Recognition Award Winners
Congratulations to the winners of our 2026 Recognition Awards!
Individual Recognition Awards
Presented June 13, 2026
Outstanding Professional
Pamela has been with Reliant since 1992, holding various leadership roles within the credit union before assuming her current position as President & CEO in 2007. She holds degrees from Monroe Community College and Empire State College, and has completed advanced training to earn her
Certified Chief Executive (CCE) designation. Deeply involved in her community, she serves on multiple local boards and committees, including the Community Foundation advisory board and the Wayne ARC Foundation, and recently chaired the 2025 Rochester Go Red for Women campaign. Pamela lives in Sodus with her husband, enjoys walking, golfing, and antique cars, and remains firmly committed to ensuring Reliant
is both a strong credit union and an exceptional place to work.
Outstanding Young Professional
Rebecca began her career with the credit union in 2017 as a Teller, quickly advancing through nearly every operational role—including Branch Manager and Executive Vice President—to her current position as Chief Financial Officer. Having served at every organizational level, she brings a comprehensive understanding of operations that strengthens strategic decision-making while
maintaining a strong connection to staff and members. Her advanced expertise in regulatory compliance and risk management is backed by her distinguished Certified Credit Union Compliance Expert (CUCO) designation. Furthermore, she is an active member of Tri-Chapter and is currently completing her third year at
America's Credit Union Management School, underscoring her commitment to continuous professional development.
Outstanding Volunteer
Thomas has served on The Summit’s Board of Directors since 1995, notably leading as Board Chair from 2009 to 2020 and chairing the Nominating Committee since 2024. Throughout his tenure, he has also contributed his expertise to the Investment and Governance committees. Deeply committed to community service, he has served on the board of the Genesee Valley Conservancy and volunteered as a tax preparer for the United Way's C.A.S.H. program to assist low-income individuals. Now retired from Bausch & Lomb, Mr. Quirk lives in Pittsford with his wife, Molly, and has
two children.
Hall of Fame
Maggie’s distinguished career in the New York credit union industry began at Mountain Valley Federal Credit Union, where she started as a teller and rose to become CEO. Under her visionary leadership, the institution expanded to multiple locations and grew its assets from $12 million to $56 million before she thoughtfully guided the organization through a strategic merger with AmeriCU Credit Union. Renowned for her welcoming, vivacious, and empowering leadership style,
she consistently prioritized the well-being of her members and fostered a thriving, positive workplace culture. Beyond local operations, Maggie served on numerous state-level boards, championed political advocacy campaigns, and earned a well-deserved induction into the Hall of Fame for her enduring dedication, integrity, and service.