Meet the People Behind HDCCU

Our team is made up of dedicated professionals who care about the members and communities we serve. Every day, they work to provide thoughtful guidance, reliable service, and a welcoming experience.

Liz Rusk

Liz Rusk
CEO

Liz joined us in November 2019. She brings decades of management and accounting experience. She was born and raised in Phoenix, AZ. Her family moved to New Mexico in 2012. She has a heart for God, her family, and the community.

liz@highdesertcu.org

Cynthia Black

Cynthia Black
LEAD/BSA MANAGER

Cynthia has over 15 years of banking experience. Born and raised in the Four Corners.  She is bilingual speaking English and Navajo.

cynthia@highdesertcu.org

We Are Hiring

Brianna Lovato
LOAN OFFICER/MSR

Brianna was born and raised in New Mexico. Been banking for a year. Excited to learn new things about the credit union. Has a 3-year-old daughter that consume her life. Loves to be outside going on adventures with her daughter.

brianna@highdesertcu.com

Connie Tullis

Connie Tullis
MSR

Connie was raised in the four corners. She brings years of banking experience with her to HDCCU. She loves music and serenades us often.

connie@highdesertcu.org

Jazz Barney

Jazz Barney
MSR

Jazz has a bachelor’s degree and over 10 years of banking experience. He loves taking walks with his dogs, swimming, hiking, camping, and riding his bike. He enjoys a good book and video game.

jazz@highdesertcu.org

Board of Directors

Meetings the 3rd Thursday of each month at 2:00 p.m.

  • Dennis Barnes
  • James Conyers
  • Cheslea Williams
  • Jolee Arellano
  • Beth Sims

Supervisory Committee

  • Pam Madson, Sue Henderson, Connie Branum