About First Entertainment
for creators.
We Are Banking for Creators
Discover the power of First Entertainment Credit Union, a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution headquartered in Hollywood, CA, that supports creators of entertainment. We pass along profits to our members in the form of competitive rates, lower fees, and tailored financial solutions whether you’re a salaried employee, self-employed, or gig worker.
With over 50 years of experience serving the entertainment industry, we’ve grown to nearly 90,000 members and established partnerships with 400+ businesses and entertainment organizations. Our membership is open to local businesses and anyone who resides, works, attends school, or worships in L.A. County. Once you join, you’re a member for a life! Explore our website to uncover the full range of wonderful benefits we offer.
Senior Management
Stephen Owen
Addie Allison
Daniel Arita
Janet Gaspard
Jeff Platt
Irina Abramova
Shannon Leitch
Paul Partida
Donn Perez-Ogilvie
Lisa Rauda-Cook
Kyle Reuter
Board of Directors
Patrick Walters
Stephen Raynes
Irwin Jacobson
Laura Valan
Elena Campbell-Martínez
Michael Edwards
James Herr
Jeff Mirkin
Sakae Manning
Ted Schilowitz
Howard Welinsky
About Supervisory/Audit Committee
The Supervisory Committee is elected by the members and is comprised of volunteers who are member-owners of the credit union. Its primary function is to serve as the audit committee of the credit union, ensuring that the credit union is soundly managed and that member assets are safeguarded. To fulfill its function, the committee monitors and evaluates the quality of credit union finances, operations, and decisions.
Member Complaints
The vast majority of issues can be resolved efficiently and effectively by the First Entertainment Credit Union staff.
If you are unable to resolve an issue or discrepancy regarding your account through normal channels, you may wish to contact the Supervisory Committee. You may do this by sending a letter to our Supervisory Committee at this address:
Supervisory Committee
First Entertainment Credit Union
P.O. Box 100
Los Angeles, CA 90078-0100
Supervisory/Audit Committee Members
Mitch Nedick
Frank Cannata
Heather Cochran
Dhiren Patel
Doug Regan
Corrie Rothbart
Michiko Shepherd
Media Benefits Corporation Board of Directors
Insurance services offered through Media Benefits Insurance Services CA Lic#0H99393, a DBA for Media Benefits Corp., which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of First Entertainment Credit Union.
Preston Kevin Lewis
