Press release courtesy of Virginia Business Magazine
Virginia Beach, VA (October 6, 2025) – Virginia Business has selected Rebecca Riordan, chief people & culture officer of Chartway Credit Union, as a 2025 Women in Leadership Awards recipient.
The “Women in Leadership Awards“ celebrate top women executives for their overall professional accomplishments, civic engagement, mentorship and breaking glass ceilings. The honorees, selected by the Virginia Business leadership team, have consistently demonstrated remarkable leadership and integrity and make an impact on their community and/or Virginia as a whole.
“True leadership is about creating space for others to succeed,” said Riordan. “At Chartway, we’ve fostered a culture where purpose drives performance and inclusion fuels innovation. This recognition reflects the incredible work our team does every day to unlock the potential of our members so they can thrive. I am extremely honored to be recognized among so many impactful leaders in Virginia.”
“The 2025 Women in Leadership honorees are exemplary executives who are making significant contributions to their organizations and communities as trailblazing mentors who are encouraging future generations of professional women to pursue their own paths and ambitions,” said Richard Foster, associate publisher of Virginia Business. “We at Virginia Business are pleased to recognize these transformational leaders.”
With more than 40 years of leadership experience, Riordan is recognized for creating environments where individuals are seen, supported, and empowered to do their best work. She has served as Chartway’s chief people & culture officer since 2020, is a board director for the Chartway Promise Foundation, and previously served on the National Credit Union Foundation Development Committee (2023-2024). Under her leadership, Chartway has received national recognition for workplace excellence, innovation, and community impact, and is also the first Virginia-headquartered credit union to receive the prestigious Juntos Avanzamos designation for empowering Hispanic and immigrant communities.
Learn more about Chartway Credit Union at www.Chartway.com.
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About Chartway
Since 1959, Chartway has been unlocking the potential of individuals and families so they can thrive. Member-owned and values-driven, our $3.1 billion credit union proudly serves more than 260,000 members with branches in Utah, Texas, and Virginia. We’ve been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions, included on American Banker’s Top Credit Union to Work For list, and received numerous other top workplace and best credit union accolades. Reflecting a bright way forward, our charitable arm – the Chartway Promise Foundation – has granted $16 million to provide medically fragile children and their families memorable experiences that bring joy, hope, and smiles. For information on our vibrant organization, please visit www.Chartway.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
About Virginia Business
Virginia Business is the only publication in Virginia dedicated to covering economic activity in every sector and region of the Commonwealth. The magazine attracts a diverse group of readers, including business leaders who hold managerial and financial positions and fill a host of C-suite roles. Virginia Business hosts annual events to recognize excellence and provide leadership opportunities, and is part of BridgeTower Media, the authoritative voice for insights and marketing solutions across 40+ brands in five key sectors across the United States. For more information, visit VirginiaBusiness.com.
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