Get to know us a little better.
Here’s a quick question for you: Would you prefer to do business with someone you know or a complete stranger? When you become a member of RiverTrace FCU, we’re going to want to get to know you and we thought you better know that up front.
It’s a source of pride for us that we recognize so many of our members by name. And, we know a lot about their families and their aspirations. In our opinion, this relationship is what gives us the insight to work smarter for you.
So, as a matter of fair play, here’s a little about us:
Catherine McDermott, President/CEO
Ext. 206
NMLS# 807680
- If you were a drink, what would you be and why? Champagne, it is bubbly and sparkling, and served at celebrations of life’s happy occasions.
- What is your favorite reality show and why? Survivor, I like the challenges and the strategies of the players, besides it’s just pure entertainment.
- What’s your favorite quote? However beautiful the strategy, you should occasionally look at the results. Sir Winston Churchill.
- If you could take a vacation to the beach, the mountains or a big city, where would you go and why? Wiesbaden Germany, I used to live there and would like to revisit to see the changes.
- Do you consider yourself a dog person, a cat person, neither or both? Cat person.
- If you could travel to any country outside of the U.S., where would you go and why? Italy, I’ve visited there numerous times and find it a beautiful country with all the history, food and warm people.
- Do you consider yourself a warm-weather person or a cold-weather person? Cold weather person, but really prefer a temperature range of 65 -75 degrees. San Francisco has the ideal temperature for me. Not too cold in the winter and not too hot in the summer.
- What’s your favorite season and why? Fall, I love all the vibrant colors as the leaves change.
- What’s your favorite color? Teal.
- What’s your sign? Cancer.
Laurie Wandel, V.P. Finance
Ext. 205
- If you were a drink, what would you be and why? Chardonnay, to make people feel warm and comfortable.
- What is your favorite reality show and why? The Voice. It brings music to my ears (I love music).
- What’s your favorite quote? To be or not to be. That is the question.
- If you could take a vacation to the beach, the mountains or a big city, where would you go and why? The mountains. I love the beauty, peace and being one with nature.
- Do you consider yourself a dog person, a cat person, neither or both? Cat person.
- If you could travel to any country outside of the U.S., where would you go and why? Italy. I love Italian food and wine, and I would love to see the beauty of the country first hand.
- Do you consider yourself a warm-weather person or a cold-weather person? Neither. I love the Fall and the Spring because of moderate temperatures.
- What’s your favorite season and why? See answer above.
- What’s your favorite color? Blue.
- What’s your sign? Virgo.
Penny Parker, Sr. Loan Officer
Ext. 207
NMLS# 729791
- If you were a drink, what would you be and why? Irish coffee. Strong and sweet, and liked by most everyone with a fun side!
- What is your favorite reality show and why? Survivor. I enjoy both the physical and mental competitions, and of course would love the MONEY!
- What’s your favorite quote? Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.
- If you could take a vacation to the beach, the mountains or a big city, where would you go and why? Mountains, for the view and serenity.
- Do you consider yourself a dog person, a cat person, neither or both? Cat, cat, cat, cat, cat, cat!!!!!
- If you could travel to any country outside of the U.S., where would you go and why? Italy, to visit Rome’s ancient sites.
- Do you consider yourself a warm-weather person or a cold-weather person? Cold-weather person.
- What’s your favorite season and why? Fall, not too hot or cold!
- What’s your favorite color? Burgundy.
- What’s your sign? Leo.
Marilyn T DiCesare, VP Lending & Collections
Ext. 203
NMLS# 729791
- If you were a drink, what would you be and why? Cappucino, it is enjoyed in a casual atmosphere, it’s a drink that is savored and I am of Italian descent.
- What is your favorite reality show and why? Modern Family. Quirky characters, great writing and I can see a little of myself in the characters.
- What’s your favorite quote? Whether you think you can or cannot, you are right.
- If you could take a vacation to the beach, the mountains or a big city, where would you go and why? The beach – so relaxing and restorative!
- Do you consider yourself a dog person, a cat person, neither or both? Dog person.
- If you could travel to any country outside of the U.S., where would you go and why? Italy – there is so much history and beautiful sights to see, wonderful food to enjoy and of course – I have relatives I would love to meet.
- Do you consider yourself a warm-weather person or a cold-weather person? Warm weather.
- What’s your favorite season and why? Spring – I love to watch the trees and bushes blossom. I enjoy the fresh air in the early morning hours. And of course the flowers that are emerging!
- What’s your favorite color? Sage green.
- What’s your sign? Leo the lion.
Linda Taylor, Loan Processor
Ext. 203
NMLS# 729791
- If you were a drink, what would you be and why? Diet Pepsi for sweet with a little bite.
- What is your favorite reality show and why? Ink Master for I want a tattoo of Tinkerbell on my shoulder but don’t like how it is done.
- What’s your favorite quote? Just keep swimming.
- If you could take a vacation to the beach, the mountains or a big city, where would you go and why? Walt Disney World for it is a place that makes you feel like a kid again.
- Do you consider yourself a dog person, a cat person, neither or both? Dog person.
- If you could travel to any country outside of the U.S., where would you go and why? Australia for all the pictures I’ve seen looks to be a fun relaxing place to visit.
- Do you consider yourself a warm-weather person or a cold-weather person? Warm weather love the beach and outside time with my family.
- What’s your favorite season and why? Spring for everything is fresh and new again.
- What’s your favorite color? Red.
- What’s your sign? Leo.