About me
Girado Smith has over 25 years of leadership experience with Educational Systems Federal Credit Union. In January 2023, he became the President/CEO after serving as the Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer since 2004. During his tenure, Girado has led the Credit Union’s financial operations and strategic direction, which has resulted in surpassing the milestone of $1 billion in assets. Girado is committed to serving the education community by offering customized solutions and excellence in member service.
Girado currently serves on the board of directors of the Metropolitan Area Credit Union Management Association (MACUMA) and the MD|DC Credit Union Association Suburban Maryland Chapter. He is also a member of several professional organizations including the African American Credit Union Coalition and the National Association of Federal Credit Unions. Locally, Girado serves on the board of the Montgomery County Public Schools Educational Foundation. He also supports the PowHERful Foundation, an organization empowering young women to pursue higher education and reach their full potential.