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Vibrant Credit Union

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An authentic review from a real former employee… - Mortgage Loan Consultant Vibrant Credit Union Employee Review

1.0
19 Apr 2022
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

You won’t be reprimanded for tardiness.

Cons

In nearly 17 years of working in the financial industry, I have never experienced a more toxic work culture than that of at Vibrant Credit Union. There isn’t much I can say that hasn’t been said already in previous reviews from real employees, but I will leave a few key points impacting my personal experience here: - Toxic positivity - Rampant nepotism - Lack of diversity and inclusion - Irresponsible and inexperienced Leadership - Gaslighting by Management & HR - Critical thinking discouraged - UNBELIEVABLY HIGH turnover (as much as 90% in 9 months in certain departments) The most discerning thing I had witnessed was the lack of stability and structure at VCU. Employees positions and pay may be changed at anytime, sometimes even before their start date. Ultimately, it was this constant change and reassignment of roles that caused me to seek out a new role elsewhere. I understand that VCU is a business, and change is inevitable, but the way you treat employees matter. It says everything about who you are, and what your true core values are as a company. Unfortunately, VCU has continued to show us who they are year after year: at their very core lies something rotten and broken. I can honestly say I am ashamed to have worked for this company. For those of you considering a role here, or are still employed there, let me tell you this, you deserve better.

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5.0
7 Apr 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Culture, co workers, pay, and location

Cons

Not a long term career.

2.0
5 July 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

My specific manager, along with many other managers, genuinely cares for their employees. They do their best to support their teams despite being overworked, underpaid, and receiving little support from the executive team.

Cons

Grab a coffee for this one: Working at Vibrant left me and many others feeling downright traumatized. It’s not just a personal experience; dozens of current and former employees share the sentiment. And it is that serious. Employees are grossly underpaid, with many relying on government aid, while the executive team enjoys their luxury SUVs and designer clothes. They think it’s fine to squeeze every last drop of effort from those making less than $40k, all while pushing unrealistic goals and half-baked business strategies. I truly believe the decision-makers have no clue what they are doing. Vibrant's approach to DEI is laughable. The CEO refuses to implement any DEI programs, dismissing them as mere box-ticking exercises. Perhaps it's a box that needs to be checked if there isn't a single Black person working at your headquarters. Being the only credit union in the area that does not recognize Juneteenth as a federal holiday is embarrassing. While the headquarters may seem lavish with amenities like an employee bar, basketball court, gym, scooters, and an attached coffee shop, it's hard to appreciate these when the real benefits employees want are flexibility, WFH options, and fair compensation. These perks matter little when you are living paycheck to paycheck. And let’s not forget the charming moment when a top leader threatened that failing to meet a goal would lead to us "dying". Mam, this is marketing. That was the moment I realized no job is worth sacrificing your mental health for clueless and unsupportive executive leadership. Now, who should I send my therapy bill to?

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