Darin Atteberry Joined Elevations Credit Union Board

The former Fort Collins city manager was appointed to the credit union board of directors this month.

Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in People

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Elevations Credit Union has appointed Darin Atteberry to its board of directors. Atteberry, who previously served as the institution's market president for Northern Colorado, officially began his new role on October 1, 2026.

Why it matters

The appointment brings a leader with deep local government and financial experience to the board of the credit union, which serves residents throughout the Colorado Front Range.

Darin Atteberry brings experience from a 25-year career serving the city of Fort Collins. He also previously held the position of Elevations Credit Union market president for Northern Colorado from 2021 to 2025.

The players

Darin Atteberry

He is the current CEO of Strategic Government Resources and a former long-time city manager for Fort Collins.

Elevations Credit Union

It is a Colorado-based financial institution that provides banking services across the Front Range.

The details

Atteberry currently serves as the CEO of Strategic Government Resources. His tenure in Fort Collins included serving as the city manager from 2004 to 2021 and as an assistant city manager between 1996 and 2004.

Atteberry served as assistant city manager from 1996 to 2004.
Atteberry served as Fort Collins city manager from 2004 to 2021.
Atteberry was Elevations market president from 2021 to 2025.
Atteberry began his board appointment on October 1, 2026.

Market Landscape

This move reflects the broader industry trend of recruiting leaders with extensive public-sector experience to navigate complex regional economic environments. It positions the credit union to capitalize on Atteberry's established reputation and institutional knowledge within the Fort Collins market.

The transition of a well-known former public official to the credit union board may influence the institution's local community engagement strategies. Members and customers in Fort Collins can expect a governance team deeply familiar with the city's historical infrastructure and economic needs.

The takeaway

Atteberry's appointment underscores the value organizations place on leaders with a long history of public service. His transition highlights how local government experience remains a critical asset for institutions managing financial operations in growing urban markets.