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GOVERNANCE 2026


You’re Not Just A Member. You’re An Owner.

Since 1935, Justice Federal Credit Union has been a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative. As a Member, you are an owner. Your Share represents your ownership and entitles you to vote in the annual election of the Board of Directors.

Justice Federal’s Board of Directors consists of nine Credit Union Members who serve as volunteers elected by the membership. These elected volunteers donate their time to represent you in the oversight and governance of your Credit Union.

Justice Federal’s Nominating Committee is pleased to put forth three candidates listed below, for three seats on the 2026 Board of Directors. The three year terms of service begin May 2026.

Presently, an election is not slated to occur and there will be no nominations from the floor.

Nominations by petition must be signed by one percent (1%) of the total membership, with a maximum of five hundred (500) Members. Given the size of our Credit Union, five hundred (500) signatures of Members are required for a nomination by petition.

Nominations by petition are due by April 13, 2026. To learn more, and to obtain the necessary forms, interested candidates should contact Mary Ann Woodson, Secretary of the Board, via email at BODnomination@jfcu.org or by mail at Justice Federal Credit Union, 5175 Parkstone Drive, Suite 200, Chantilly, Virginia 20151.

In the event the Secretary of the Board receives one or more confirmed petitions for nomination, an election will be held. Members would vote electronically by visiting www.jfcu.org. Voting would commence April 23, 2026 at 12:01 a.m. (EDT), and end May 23, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (EDT). Should a confirmed petition for nomination not be received by April 13, 2026, an election will not be conducted, and the Nominating Committee will move to fill the positions with the candidates at hand.

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BRIAN G. MURPHY - Three Year Term (INCUMBENT)

Mr. Murphy is the current Chair of the Justice Federal Credit Union Supervisory Committee, which provides guidance to the Credit Union's internal audit staff and management. As Chair, Mr. Murphy reports to the Board of Directors regarding regulatory mandates, audit functions and Member concerns. Having 38 years of service with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in Miami, Chicago, and Washington, D.C., Mr. Murphy was assigned to investigate public corruption, bank fraud and white collar matters. He also served as liaison between the FBI and various Inspector General offices within the Intelligence Community, and briefed security issues before the President’s Intelligence Advisory Board and Intelligence Oversight Board. Prior to his appointment as an FBI Special Agent, Mr. Murphy served as a Financial Analyst with the FBI's Chicago Field Office. After retiring in 2016 as a Supervisory Special Agent, Mr. Murphy returned to service with the FBI as a Reserve Service Program Investigator within the FBI's Security Division. He has degrees in accounting and political science from DePaul University and is a member of the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners. Having Credit Union membership since the mid-1980s, Mr. Murphy recognizes the unique financial products Justice Federal offers to the justice, law enforcement and public safety community and greatly appreciates the opportunity to serve and represent the Members of Justice Federal.




LAMONTE D. PURDIE - Three Year Term (INCUMBENT)

Mr. Purdie brings over two decades of distinguished leadership and strategic expertise to his role as Board Director. As a Senior Executive at the FBI, he oversees the Operational Technology Division’s Electronic Surveillance capabilities, ensuring the secure collection and analysis of digital evidence in support of criminal and national security investigations. He has led major organizational transitions, including the division’s relocation to Redstone Arsenal, and contributes to key governance bodies such as the Data Governance Council and Acquisition Review Board. Mr. Purdie holds advanced degrees and certifications from George Washington University, Harvard, Wharton, and others, reflecting his commitment to continuous learning in engineering management, cyber security, DEI, and leadership. His five years of volunteer service with Justice Federal Credit Union include roles on the Supervisory Committee, Treasurer of the Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation, and currently serving as Justice Federal Credit Union Board Director. Mr. Purdie’s blend of operational excellence, strategic foresight, and dedication to service makes him a valuable asset to the Board.




MARY ANN WOODSON - Three Year Term (INCUMBENT)

Ms. Woodson is a long-standing Member of the Justice Federal Credit Union Board of Directors. During her tenure, she has worked to set the strategic direction of Justice Federal and ensure its sound financial management and operations. Ms. Woodson has served in all Board leadership positions including Chair, Vice Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary. Her more than 30-years of experience in financial management, particularly her tenure as the Chief Financial Officer of the National Credit Union Administration, uniquely qualify her for the Justice Federal Board of Directors. As the CFO of NCUA, Ms. Woodson led the organization in a wide range of financial issues affecting the credit union industry. Ms. Woodson also served as the Deputy Chief Financial Officer at the Department of Homeland Security and Budget Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Ms. Woodson holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from George Mason University.


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