Most Admired Companies of 2024: Desert Financial Credit Union

Fifty-five companies have risen from the constantly evolving and ever-challenging business environment to earn the right to call themselves Arizona’s Most Admired Companies of 2024, including Desert Financial Credit Union.

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Arizona’s Most Admired Companies will be honored at a celebratory dinner on Oct. 3 at Chateau Luxe in Phoenix. To learn more of to get tickets, click here. For sponsorship information, email Amy Lindsey, publisher of AZ Big Media, at amy.lindsey@azbigmedia.com.

Desert Financial Credit Union

Top Arizona executive: Jeff Meshey

What it does: Financial services provider.

Community impact: In 2023, Desert Financial’s giving totaled $4.5 million through corporate, foundation and employee giving, with $1.15 million raised for the 1 Darn Cool School at Phoenix Children’s, $300,000 awarded in community grants and over 18,000 volunteer hours dedicated to community service.

Leadership: Desert Financial’s leadership team exemplifies a blend of strategic innovation and community dedication. Over the past several years, leaders have created partnerships with some of Arizona’s most beloved brands, expanded into new regions and enhanced member experiences through forward-thinking initiatives. Their efforts in customer service, marketing and community giving have positioned the organization as a dynamic and member-focused financial institution.