Co-Op Structure

Board of Directors

As a member-owned cooperative, BECU is governed by a Board of Directors that is responsible for guiding the general direction of the credit union in the best interests of the membership and in accordance with BECU bylaws. We are proud to have this group of qualified professionals dedicate their time to serve BECU. 

Headshot of Patrick Smith

BECU Board of Directors

Headshot of Beverly Anderson

President and CEO, BECU Board of Directors

Headshot of Debra Somberg

Board Chairperson, BECU Board of Directors

Headshot of John McMurray

BECU Board of Directors, Audit Committee

Headshot of Matthew Oppenheimer

BECU Board of Directors

Headshot of Bill Longbrake

BECU Board of Directors, Audit Committee

Headshot of Vanessa Pegueros

BECU Board of Directors, Audit Committee

Headshot of Manolo Sanchez

BECU Board of Directors

Headshot of Denis Farmer

BECU Board of Directors, Audit Committee

Audit Committee

The Audit Committee provides oversight of the audit function of the credit union as well as the safety and soundness of the credit union through monitoring risks and controls associated with its business objectives, strategies, and plans. 

In order to attract and retain individuals who are highly strategic thought leaders with desired skills and experience for our complex business needs, BECU provides reasonable compensation to its Directors and Audit Committee members. BECU Officials (Directors and Audit Committee Members) earn a stipend based upon their level of service. View the stipend schedule or the process for setting official stipends.

Headshot of John McMurray

BECU Board of Directors, Audit Committee

Headshot of Bill Longbrake

BECU Board of Directors, Audit Committee

Headshot of Vanessa Pegueros

BECU Board of Directors, Audit Committee

Headshot of Denis Farmer

BECU Board of Directors, Audit Committee