NLCUP was born from a belief that Latinx professionals belong at every level of the credit union industry, and that community is the most powerful tool for getting them there.

Founded in 2006 by a group of Latinx credit union professionals, we have grown from a small gathering into a thriving national organization. Today, our network spans over 130 member credit unions, state leagues, trade associations, and CUSOs, reaching more than 1,100 professionals and allies nationwide.

We exist to open doors. Through scholarships, mentorship, national events, and deep community outreach, we champion the growth and success of Latinx credit union professionals and the allies who stand with them."

2006 – NLCUP is founded by Fermín Acosta, Luis Caballero, Carlos R. Calderon, Carla Decker, Pablo DeFilippi, Larry Garcia, John Herrera, Maria J. Martinez, Luis Pastor, Raul Pickett, Carl Stewart, and Javier Tejeda.

2020 – NLCUP transitioned from a networking group to a registered Texas non-profit corporation, with an inaugural board of directors comprised of:

(Organizations reflect members' affiliations at time of appointment)

• Ruby Alvarez, GECU

• Luis Caballero, CDFI Puerto Rico, LLC

• Carlos R. Calderon, O.A.S FCU

• Carla Decker, DC FCU

• Pablo DeFilippi, Inclusiv

• Larry Garcia, NALCAB

• Maria J. Martinez, Border FCU

• Winona Nava, Guadalupe CU

• Max Villaronga, Raiz FCU

2021 – Became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and hired our first part-time Executive Director, Diana Hastings.

2022- Hired our first full-time Executive Director, Barbara Mojica.

2023 – Hired our first Program Director.

2024 – Hosted the first NLCUP Conference after a 12 year hiatus, expanded to two full-time & one part-time employees.

2025 – Grew to three full-time & two part-time employees.

2026 – NLCUP held its 2nd conference in Long Beach, California.