Julia Finnegan

27 | Business Intelligence Analyst, EastRise Credit Union
Residence: Chittenden

Career highlight: I’m really proud of my career journey at EastRise. I started as a Saturday teller in the summers and then was a Mortgage Loan Assistant in college. After I graduated from UVM, I started shadowing the data analytics department, and now I am in the role I strived for as a Business Intelligence Analyst. I now build data solutions that help our teams analyze what members need so EastRise can better support their financial goals. I believe in working for an organization that is committed to making more sustainable financial futures for Vermonters.

Community involvement: The positive impact of neighbors helping neighbors is something my parents always showed me, and I try to honor them by having a positive impact in my community. Through EastRise, I’ve been able to volunteer with the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps to help support food security across the state and the Wood 4 Good organization to keep Vermonters warm in their homes.

Motivation for living and working in Vermont: I am a Vermonter; my parents are both Vermonters. I want to live and work in the place that has always supported me and my family.

Favorite part of your job: My team – I’ve been very lucky to always have a team at EastRise that is supportive and leads with kindness and respect. We push each other to think creatively and try new solutions. We make each other better every day.

Most inspiring mentor: My friend Josh, the data engineer on my team. He is always generous with his time and is the best teacher I’ve ever had. I admire his integrity and grace in supporting our whole team to upskill and recover from mistakes.