Achieva Credit Union Welcomes New Market President in the South Market

The Credit Union Founded in 1937 in Pinellas County Serves Members at Seven Branches Across its South Market 

Dunedin, Fla. [April 8, 2025]. – Achieva Credit Union announced today the appointment of Rey Navarro as its new Market President for the South Market, including communities in Cape Coral, Estero, Fort Myers, Lehigh, and Naples. With more than 20 years of banking experience, including leadership roles at major financial institutions, Navarro brings a proven track record in commercial lending, business development, and market expansion to the Achieva family. 

“We are excited to welcome Rey to our leadership team,” said Renee Grauer, Retail Sales & Services President at Achieva Credit Union. “His deep understanding of commercial lending and his knack for building strong teams and community connections make him a perfect fit as we continue to grow and serve our members in Fort Myers.” 

In his new role, Navarro will focus on enhancing member relationships, expanding Achieva's presence in its South Markets, and supporting the growth of the credit union's business and consumer banking services. He will also lead efforts to foster community engagement and strengthen partnerships that align with Achieva’s commitment to exceptional member service. 

Before joining Achieva, Navarro served as a Branch Manager at Wells Fargo, where he successfully led teams and improved client retention by enhancing customer experience strategies. His career also includes leadership roles at Bank of America, where he managed 15 financial centers and spearheaded initiatives to deepen client relationships and drive operational excellence. 

“Joining Achieva Credit Union is an incredible opportunity, and I am eager to make a meaningful impact in the communities I serve,” said Navarro. “I’m passionate about empowering individuals and businesses to achieve their financial goals, and I’m excited to strengthen relationships and drive growth in this dynamic market.” 

For more information about Achieva Credit Union and its services, visit www.achievacu.com. 

About Achieva Credit Union: 

Achieva Credit Union was founded in 1937 in Pinellas County. Today, it is rated a Superior 5-Star credit union by Bauer Financial and has more than $2.9 billion in assets and over 26 branches serving more than 194,630 members.  For more information, visit www.achievacu.com.