Suffolk Credit Union Announces John MacAvoy as SVP, Retail Banking

Suffolk Credit Union is proud to announce the appointment of John F. MacAvoy as Senior Vice President of Retail Banking, a strategic hire that underscores the credit union’s commitment to accelerating growth and expanding its footprint across Suffolk and Nassau counties. With more than 25 years of experience in financial institutions, MacAvoy will lead efforts to optimize the branch network, elevate the member experience, and drive growth in deposits and loans while strengthening community engagement.

“John is a dynamic, results-driven leader with a proven track record of scaling operations and excelling in consumer and small business banking,” said Michele Dean, CEO & President, Suffolk Credit Union. “His expertise in driving growth and fostering meaningful relationships will be a critical asset as we continue to expand our presence across Long Island and deliver unmatched value to our members.”

In his new role, MacAvoy will oversee strategies that enhance Suffolk Credit Union’s accessibility, operational efficiency, and personalized service offerings, positioning the organization as the financial institution of choice in Suffolk and Nassau counties.

“Suffolk Credit Union has built a strong reputation for putting its members and community first,” said MacAvoy. “I am honored to join a team dedicated to making a tangible impact in people’s lives. Together, we will build on that foundation by innovating our approach to retail banking and deepening our commitment to meeting the needs of individuals, families, and businesses across Long Island.”

MacAvoy brings a wealth of expertise to Suffolk Credit Union. Most recently, he served as Vice President, Branch Network Operations Manager at Hanover Bank, where he optimized branch operations and drove regional growth. His career also includes leadership roles at Bank of America, Quick & Reilly, Smith Barney, and Morgan Stanley Dean Witter.

A resident of Massapequa Park, MacAvoy has a longstanding history of community involvement. He served as President of the St. Rose CYO, Long Island’s largest youth sports organization, and has been a Board Member of the Mineola Chamber of Commerce since 2017. He completed the prestigious Dean Witter Reynolds Executive Sales Training Program.

With this new leadership appointment, Suffolk Credit Union reaffirms its mission to enhance financial well-being and strengthen the communities it serves.

About Suffolk Credit Union

Suffolk Credit Union is a local not-for-profit cooperative financial institution owned and operated by its members. It was chartered in 1967 by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). The volunteer-directed credit union has assets in excess of $1.8 billion, 10 branches and over 74,000 members, including partnerships with Suffolk County employees and unions. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, worships, attends school or regularly conducts business in Nassau and Suffolk counties as well as immediate family members of current membership. To learn more, visit www.suffolkcu.org .