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From left to right: Ryan Ellsworth, Clifford Barker, and Tamra Kilcollins.
The County FCU is pleased to honor Clifford Barker with a Director Emeritus status for his years of service to the organization. He is The County FCU’s first Board of Directors member to receive this designation.
Barker began his tenure on the Board in 1983 at Houlton FCU. The County FCU and Houlton FCU merged in 2010, bringing Barker onto The County’s Board of Directors.
“We are honored to recognize Cliff as our first Director Emeritus,” said Ryan Ellsworth, President & CEO at The County FCU. “This designation is a testament to his extraordinary 40 years of dedicated service, leadership, and unwavering commitment to our credit union and its members. His contributions have shaped our growth and success, and we are grateful to continue benefitting from his invaluable knowledge and experience in the new capacity. Cliff has left an indelible mark on our organization, and this recognition reflects the deep respect and gratitude we hold for his legacy.”
Though a Director Emeritus is not a voting member of the Board, they provide insight and historical perspective. Barker will act in an advisory role and continue to contribute to the organization without the commitment of a full board position.
“We have been so fortunate to have Cliff’s knowledge and expertise as a member of our Board of Directors these past many years,” said Board Chairperson Tamra Kilcollins. “His dedication to and support of his hometown and all of the communities we serve is evident in all that he does. We sincerely thank Cliff for his many years of volunteer service to our Board and look forward to his continued role as the first Director Emeritus in the credit union’s history.”
Barker is a retired insurance representative for Prudential Insurance Company and a United States Army Veteran. He is a member of the Knights of Columbus—Houlton Council and Rocabema Lodge #78 IOOF and served as Chairman of the Board of Directors for Houlton FCU. Barker lives in Houlton with his wife, Janet, and enjoys visiting their family and friends throughout the region.