Greensboro, N.C. (March 13, 2025) – It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we share Edward J. (Ed) Fox, former CEO of Mid-Atlantic Corporate Federal Credit Union, passed away on March 9, 2025. At this time, we remember Ed’s incredible impact on the Corporate and the credit union movement as a whole.
Ed joined Mid-Atlantic Corporate in 1989 after nine years at the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia as Financial Services Officer. Before his time at the Federal Reserve, he was an assistant vice president at First Pennsylvania Bank (now Wells Fargo) in Philadelphia, where he worked in the financial institutions department, correspondent bank division and credit union division.
During his tenure as CEO of Mid-Atlantic Corporate, he oversaw the introduction and expansion of the Corporate's payments service offerings, including share draft processing, ACH services and the launch of its CUSO, MY CU Services. In addition, he brought rapid growth to the organization, transforming it from a small corporate credit union that served Pennsylvania to one recognized as an innovative industry leader that served credit unions across the country. Ed served on several industry boards during his credit union career. He retired in July 2008.
“I spent many years working alongside Ed Fox, so I was uniquely blessed to witness his ability to make confident decisions, his effective use of strategy and his keen eye for innovation, but, more importantly, his tenacity and devotion for this movement and all who were a part of it, especially his employees,” said Lori Gall, EVP/chief operating officer of Vizo Financial. “He wasn’t just a boss to me – he was a mentor, a friend and part of the reason I am who I am today. I will never forget his kindness, his humor and his dependable advice. I’m eternally grateful for the incredible difference he made in my life. Thank you, Ed.”
“What can I say about Ed Fox? He was a larger-than-life personality with a mind for business and a sense of humor that would keep you on your toes,” said Jeff Stoner, EVP/chief strategy officer of Vizo Financial. “From the office to our hunting trips, Ed was such a big part of my life and remains a guiding influence in my work today. We spent a lot of time together and I’m so appreciative of the fond memories I have to look back on. Rest easy, Ed – fly high among the birds.”
“I’ve been lucky enough in my career to have come full circle, working for Mid-Atlantic Corporate even before I joined First Carolina, which, together, became Vizo Financial. In that time, I worked under the leadership of Ed Fox and saw first-hand how his passion for our movement drove him to make decisions for the Corporate that we are still seeing impressions of to this day,” said Fred Eisel, president/CEO of Vizo Financial. “I’m grateful for the pioneering he did and the legacy of leadership he passed down through his successors – myself included – to help us reach the great success we experience today.”
Our deepest condolences and heartfelt wishes go to Ed’s family and friends during this difficult time. As we remember Ed, we pay tribute to his leadership, dedication and lasting impact. Each memory serves as a reminder of the profound legacy he left behind for Mid-Atlantic Corporate, Vizo Financial and beyond.
About Vizo Financial Corporate Credit Union
Vizo Financial Corporate Credit Union’s goal is to drive credit union success through proven EXCELLENCE, unmatched EXPERTISE and engaged PARTNERSHIPS. It is a state-chartered corporate credit union that serves CUSOs, leagues, chapters and more than 1,000 credit unions in the U.S. and Canada. Vizo Financial provides money management, payments, core processing and education solutions. For more information, please visit www.vfccu.org.