Vermont Business Magazine Vice President Mike Pence addressed credit union leaders Tuesday morning at the Credit Union National Association’s Governmental Affairs Conference in Washington, DC. Included in his remarks he acknowledged the accomplishments of Vermont's Sara DeLance, from the Heritage Family Credit Union in Rutland, who was in attendance. DeLance rose from a part-time cashier to senior vice president and last year was named a Vermont Rising Star.
In his remarks, Pence said, "The men and women who run America’s credit unions — each one of you and all those you represent — you really do incredible work every day. There’s really too many stories to tell today, but let me mention a few.
"Sara DeLance is here from Rutland, Vermont. Sara, are you in the house? (Applause.) Fifteen years ago, I’m told, Sara took her first job as a part-time teller at her local credit union. But today, because of her hard work, skill, and determination, Sara is a Senior Vice President at Heritage Family Credit Union. And just last year, she was recognized for her outstanding service when Sara was named one of Vermont Business Magazine’s Rising Stars. Now let’s hear it for Sara. (Applause.)"
Click HERE to see the video of the vice president's remarks. He mentions DeLance at about the 3:30 mark. Click HERE for the full text of Pence's address.
Sara DeLance was a VBM Rising Star, class of 2018. Each November VBM recognizes 40 Vermonters under 40 who are successful at work and make a difference in their community. There were close to 200 nominees for the 2018 award. Click HERE for information about VBM's Rising Star program.
Sara DeLance with VBM Publisher John Boutin and Governor Phil Scott. Click on photo to see Sara's profile. VBM photo.