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Meet our Team

Meet the People Behind Keesler Federal

The Keesler Federal leadership team is dedicated to serving our members and strengthening the communities we call home. Guided by our mission and values, these individuals help shape the strategy, culture, and service experience that supports more than 380,000 members across Mississippi, Louisiana, Alabama, and the UK.

Meet Our Board of Directors

The volunteer Board of Directors provides governance and strategic oversight for Keesler Federal Credit Union. Board members serve with a strong commitment to the financial well-being of our members and the long-term strength and integrity of the credit union cooperative.
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James Hollingsworth
Chairman
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James Hollingsworth
Chairman
Prior to his election as Chairman, James Hollingsworth served as Board Treasurer. He served 39 years with the Air Force and retired a full Colonel. He was the Director of Technical Training Operations at Keesler AFB, culminating in his being awarded the Outstanding Civilian Career Service Award. He holds degrees in Administration Management, Business Administration, and a Master’s in Operations Management from the University of Arkansas. He served as a nuclear weapon Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Launch Commander, Command and Control Officer, Recruiting/Marketing Officer, Squadron Commander, and Chief of Combat Skills Training as well as Chief of AF Training Requirements at the Pentagon. His military professional education includes Squadron Officer School, Air Command and Staff College and Air War College. His military awards and decorations include the Legion of Merit, Air Education and Training Command’s Chief of Staff of the Air Force Team Excellence Award twice and Keesler’s Wing Lance Sijan Leadership Award.
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Jamie Perronne
Vice Chairman
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Jamie Perronne
Vice Chairman
Jamie Perronne previously served as Secretary of the Keesler Federal Board. She is a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi with Master’s and Specialist degrees in Educational Administration. She also graduated from the Mississippi University for Women (Bachelor’s degree). She was a social studies teacher at St. Martin High School for 17 years, serving as Chairperson of the Social Studies Department, and an administrator in the Jackson County School District, serving as Director of Federal Programs/Accreditation. She taught as an adjunct instructor in the Department of Education/Psychology of the University of Southern MS. She was among a team of educators selected by the MS Department of Education and the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools (SACS) to evaluate the performance of school districts throughout the state in meeting required accreditation standards. She also served as President of the Board of Directors of the Jackson County School District Employees Federal Credit Union.
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Cynthia Payne Childers
Treasurer
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Cynthia Payne Childers
Treasurer
Cynthia Childers previously served as Board Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Treasurer. She earned a Bachelor’s degree from LSU Monroe in Corrections and has been a small business owner for over 43 years. Her company has been recognized with the Economic Excellence Award by the Gulf Coast Chamber of Commerce and the Harrison County Development Commission as an Outstanding Midsize Company of the Year. She personally has received recognition for Biloxi Career Woman of the Year presented by Biloxi Lighthouse Business and Professional Women Club, and one of the 50 Leading Business Women of Mississippi by the MS Economic Council and the MS Business Journal. She is a Charter member of Leadership Gulf Coast and a member of the advisory board for the Pine Burr Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
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Melanie Williamson
Secretary
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Melanie Williamson
Secretary
Dr. Melanie Williamson graduated from Mississippi College in 1984 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. She is a 1988 graduate of the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry and completed her General Practice Residency there in 1989. Dr. Williamson has practiced general dentistry on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for thirty years and is the owner of The Dental Plaza P.A. in Biloxi. Dr. Williamson is a career long member of the American Dental Association and the Mississippi Dental Association. She is a life long member of the First Baptist Church of Biloxi where she is active in Missions and serves on the Finance Committee.
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Josie A. King
Director
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Josie A. King
Director
Currently a Director, King has served as Treasurer and Secretary. She served as a member of the Keesler Federal’s Supervisory Committee for two years, as well. She retired from the Air Force (AF) after serving 20 years in Financial Management. With a background in financial services, she served in a variety of AF assignments as a Financial Management specialist in Travel/Military Pay and Accounting services. Following this, she was a training specialist for the Financial Management Officer Course for Department of the AF at Keesler Air Force Base for 10 years. She also worked as a Training Specialist for FEMA in Biloxi for two years. King graduated from William Carey University with a Master of Education degree; from Wayland Baptist University with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration; and from Community College of the Air Force with two Associate degrees. Currently she is a member of Air Force Sergeant Association.
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David Ford
Director
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David Ford
Director
David Ford previously served on the Keesler Board Supervisory Committee. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and an MBA from the University of Southern Mississippi. He was named to the Outstanding Young Men of America in 1977. He has served as a Board Member for the American Cancer Society of Harrison County and the United Way of South Mississippi. He is past President of the Greater Biloxi Economic Development Foundation and past Chairman of the Harrison County American Red Cross. He served as a member of the Board of Directors of the USM Foundation and as Secretary of the Foundation’s Executive Committee. He worked for Mississippi Power for 38 years, retiring in June 2006. He was honored by the USM College of Business Marketing Department with their annual Marketing Leadership Award. He has also served on the Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College Board of Trustees and was Chairman of their Board in 2012 and 2013.
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Tony Taylor
Director
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Tony Taylor
Director
Mr. Taylor is currently Director of Electrical I at Ingalls and is an 18 year member of Keesler Federal Credit Union. He is a graduate of William and Mary Mason, and Darden University Executive Programs. He currently leads a directorate of 151 managers and 1,300 employees daily with a weekly payroll of $1.8M. Mr. Taylor has more than 30 years of accounting, management and human resource experience. He is a highly decorated retired Army Sergeant Major (the highest enlisted rank) and is a Bronze Star Medal and Combat Action Badge recipient for service in Iraq. His volunteerism for credit unions in representing members spans 13 years where he held positions as a member of overview committee, credit union Secretary, Vice Chairman of Board of Directors, and as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Mr. Taylor has always had a strong will to serve whether in the military or in the community.

Meet Our Supervisory Committee

The Supervisory Committee is an independent oversight body established by law and appointed by Keesler Federal’s Board of Directors to represent the interests of all members. The committee evaluates the credit union’s operations and financial practices to help ensure soundness, regulatory compliance, and reliable internal controls. It also oversees the annual audit process, administers Board of Director elections, and investigates formal member complaints.

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Allan Micksch
Chairman
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Tony Taylor
Member
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James Kirkendall II
Member

Meet Our Executive Team

The Executive Team provides strategic leadership and oversees the day-to-day operations of Keesler Federal Credit Union. They are responsible for implementing the credit union’s strategy, managing operations, and ensuring services support the financial well-being of members and the communities we serve.
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Andrew Swoger
President & CEO
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Josh Brown
SVP & Chief Operations Officer
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Chuck Johnson
SVP & Chief Lending Officer
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Lawrence Dupont
SVP & Chief Risk Officer
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Susan Song
SVP & Chief Marketing Officer
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Anil Choudary
SVP & Chief Information Officer
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Susan Peyret
SVP & Chief Financial Officer
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Catherine Shutts
SVP & Chief People Officer
Volunteer Leadership

Board & Committee Opportunities

Keesler Federal Credit Union is seeking qualified members with experience in auditing or finance to serve as Associate members of the volunteer Board of Directors or Supervisory Committee. These leadership roles help guide the credit union while protecting the interests of members and supporting our cooperative mission.
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Associate Leadership Roles

Keesler Federal Credit Union is seeking candidates with professional backgrounds in auditing and finance to serve as Associate members of the all-volunteer Board of Directors and/or Supervisory Committee.


Credit unions are not-for-profit financial cooperatives owned and governed by their members. Keesler Federal’s Board of Directors and Supervisory Committee operate independently from credit union management and are made up of dedicated volunteers who contribute their expertise to help guide the organization, protect member assets, and support the communities we serve.


Associate appointments are one-year terms and may be eligible for reappointment.

Leadership Experience

Serving as an Associate member provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of Keesler Federal while gaining valuable leadership experience and insight into the financial services industry.


Participants may benefit from professional networking opportunities, financial industry education, and hands-on governance experience while helping advance the financial well-being of fellow members.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following qualifications:

  • Be a Keesler Federal member in good standing and at least 18 years of age

  • Possess a demonstrated background in auditing or finance

  • Authorize a credit check and criminal background check

  • Not be a current employee of Keesler Federal or an immediate family member of a Keesler Federal employee or Board/Supervisory Committee member


Associate members are also expected to complete National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) online training and attend monthly meetings, planning sessions, and the annual membership meeting.

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