BERRIEN SPRINGS, MICHIGAN – August 4, 2026 – Honor Credit Union is pleased to announce Mary Ann Hurst as its new Community Development Officer (CDO), serving communities across Southwest Michigan, including South Haven, Coloma, Benton Harbor, and Hartford.
Hurst brings over three decades of financial industry and leadership experience to her new role, along with a strong passion for community engagement and relationship building. Her extensive background includes a variety of leadership and lending roles throughout her career. She attended Central Michigan University after graduating from New Buffalo High School. She will focus on strengthening Honor’s presence within the community by working closely with local business owners to support their growth. In her new role, Hurst is dedicated to building partnerships, providing guidance, and ensuring Honor members have the tools they need to achieve their longterm financial and business goals.
“I look forward to making new relationships and enhancing both our local business owners’ needs and our members’ needs,” said Hurst. “There is no exercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up. I want to have a positive impact on everyone we serve.”
Hurst is passionate about empowering individuals and communities by providing accessible financial resources and professional support. Her leadership experience and industry knowledge position her to effectively guide team members while working closely alongside business members to help them reach new heights.
“I believe in positive community involvement through both existing and new relationships,” Hurst said, quoting John Holmes. “This role allows me to expand our regional presence and enhance the overall member experience.”
Honor Credit Union looks forward to the leadership and community-focused mindset Hurst will bring to the organization and the members it serves.
ABOUT HONOR CREDIT UNION
Honor Credit Union is a not-for-profit, full-service financial institution serving more than 100,000 members in 27 branch communities throughout western and northern Michigan. Providing solutions for financial success and giving back to the communities it serves remain the driving forces behind Honor Credit Union. For more information, call 800.442.2800 or visit honorcu.com.
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MEDIA CONTACT
Jen Wagner
Community Relations Manager
jwagner@honorcu.com
800.442.2800 ext. 9509