World Council of Credit Unions Names Liz Stanislawski Director of Communications

Veteran journalism and strategic communications leader to drive global advocacy and member engagement

MADISON, Wis.—World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) has hired Liz Stanislawski as its new Director of Communications, bringing on a seasoned journalism and strategic communications leader to advance the organization’s global advocacy, member engagement and digital presence. 

Stanislawski joins WOCCU with more than 15 years of experience across journalism, nonprofit, government, higher education and healthcare sectors. In her new role, she will lead WOCCU’s corporate communications strategy, oversee global digital content and media relations, manage brand identity, and serve as a public-facing representative of the organization.  

“Liz brings exactly the kind of strategic thinking, editorial rigor and leadership we need at this moment in WOCCU’s evolution,” said Paul Treinen, President and CEO of World Council of Credit Unions. “Her background in journalism, combined with senior-level communications leadership, gives her a rare ability to translate complex global policy and advocacy issues into clear, compelling narratives for members, partners and policymakers.” 

Stanislawski will oversee all trade association communications, including news and digital content, executive communications, advocacy messaging, global media engagement, annual and impact reporting, and communications for major events such as the World Credit Union Conference, along with global initiatives including International Credit Union Day. She will also partner with the Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions to strengthen the unified WOCCU enterprise communications. 

Most recently, Stanislawski served as a senior communications leader at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where she led executive communications and strategic messaging for a large, complex division spanning 150 staff and multiple programs. Her work included executive speechwriting, media relations, crisis communications, organizational change communications, and integrated digital campaigns. 

She began her career in journalism, spending several years as a producer, reporter, and editor, developing a strong foundation in human-centered storytelling. 

“I’m excited to join World Council of Credit Unions at such a pivotal moment for the global credit union movement,” said Stanislawski. “WOCCU plays a critical role in advocating for financial cooperatives around the world, and I’m energized by the opportunity to help elevate the organization’s voice, influence and impact through strong, strategic communications.” 

World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) is the apex association for credit unions and other global financial cooperatives. World Council promotes the sustainable development of credit unions and other financial cooperatives around the world to empower people through access to high quality and affordable financial services. World Council advocates on behalf of the global credit union system before international organizations and works with national governments to improve legislation and regulation. Its technical assistance programs introduce new tools and technologies to strengthen credit unions' financial performance and increase their outreach.

World Council has implemented 300+ technical assistance programs in 90 countries. Worldwide, 74,634 credit unions in 104 countries serve 411 million people. Learn more about World Council's impact around the world at www.woccu.org.