Palmetto Citizens Announces New Board Treasurer

COLUMBIA, SC: Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Don Horton as their new Board Treasurer. Mr. Horton was elected by their Board of Directors to serve in this role during their July meeting.

Mr. Horton has been a member of Palmetto Citizens since 2008. He previously served on their Supervisory Committee from 2015 until joining the Palmetto Citizens Board of Directors in 2021.

"With his commitment and passion for the credit union movement and long history in the education field, Mr. Horton was an obvious choice to join our Board when we had an opening in 2021," said Steve Hamm, Chairman of Palmetto Citizens' Board of Directors. "We're fortunate to now have Mr. Horton take on the role of Board Treasurer and look forward to his contributions as we continue our work together to ensure Palmetto Citizens remains the best place for our members and their financial needs."

Mr. Horton devoted his entire career to public school education, starting as a teacher in the North Kansas City Public School District. After receiving a master's degree in School Administration, he served as an assistant principal for many years before becoming a middle school principal for 13 years prior to his retirement. Soon after, Mr. Horton moved to Columbia, SC and in researching credit unions to join, chose Palmetto Citizens, a former teachers' credit union, because of their roots in the education community.

During his time in Kansas City, Mr. Horton became active in the credit union movement and was elected to the Supervisory Committee of Midwest United Credit Union (now CommunityAmerica Credit Union). He served on this committee for nine years, holding the position of Chairman for eight years. He remained Chairman until moving to their Board of Directors from 2005 to 2006.

About Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union

Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union has been serving their member-owners since 1936. Today, with over $1.3 Billion in assets and 310 employees throughout the Midlands, Palmetto Citizens serves over 100,000 consumers and operates from 14 locations with over 40 ATMs. Offering a full range of financial products and services, their focus remains on providing quality and effective service while helping members achieve their financial potential.

For more information, visit www.palmettocitizens.org or call (803) 732-5000.

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