Brian Lee, President and CEO of Landings Credit Union, was honored as the 2023 Arizona Advocate of the Year during the Arizona Credit Union Day at the Capitol. This recognition highlights his dedication to unifying the region’s credit unions in a consistent and powerful voice for legislative and regulatory matters. Brian's award celebrates his unwavering commitment to advocating for the credit union charter, consistently ensuring that the interests of credit unions are represented wherever advocacy is needed.
Brian's achievements in advocacy are numerous. He supported fundraising efforts for Arizona Senator Krysten Sinema and played an active role in advocacy efforts at the national Governmental Affairs Conference, the Day at the Capitol, and all Governmental Affairs Committee (GAC) meetings. Brian also attended Governor Hobbs’ inauguration, demonstrating his engagement with state leadership. He hosted candidate meetings here at Landings Credit Union and participated in the introductory meeting with Barbara Richardson upon her appointment as Director of the Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI). Additionally, Brian served as co-chair of the inaugural GoWest Arizona Governmental Affairs Committee, further solidifying his role as a leading advocate for the credit union industry in Arizona.