In this episode of the Believe in Banking podcast, Gina Bleedorn and Juliet D’Ambrosio welcome Sherry Bear, Chief Administrative Officer at Civic Federal Credit Union, for an inspiring behind-the-scenes conversation about leading meaningful change by leaning on organizational values. Sherry shares how Civic’s core principles – people-first, planet always, and prosperity for all – guided every decision in their branch-building process, from rethinking formats and refining operations to investing in talent and using sustainable materials. Their discussion highlights how Civic turns purpose into practice by connecting their values to real decisions that strengthen the member experience and the communities they serve. It’s a clear-eyed look at how a credit union can define the branch of tomorrow while establishing a working model for growth. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm