MEMPHIS, TN / ACCESS Newswire / June 9, 2026 / Orion Financial ("Orion") is pleased to announce that Lizzy Haymond has joined the organization as Senior Vice President of People & Culture, leading the company's people strategy, employee engagement initiatives, talent development, and culture transformation efforts.

Haymond brings extensive executive leadership experience across human resources, employee engagement, organizational development, and corporate communications. Most recently, she served as Vice President of Human Resources at LifeLinc Anesthesia, where she led enterprise-wide HR strategy and operations focused on talent management, performance, employee relations, and total rewards. During her tenure, she implemented programs designed to improve employee engagement, retention, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness.

"Lizzy brings an extraordinary combination of strategic leadership, culture-building expertise, and genuine passion for people," said Ashley McDurmon, President and CEO of Orion Financial. "As Orion continues to grow, her experience and vision will help strengthen our culture, support our employees, and position Orion as an employer of choice in our industry and community."

Prior to LifeLinc, Haymond served as Chief of Staff to the Chief People Officer at FedEx, where she partnered closely with executive leadership to align people strategies with business objectives during a period of significant organizational transformation. She also held leadership roles supporting employee engagement, development, and enterprise healthcare initiatives. Earlier in her career, she worked at First Horizon, where she led corporate communications and community investment initiatives, including oversight of the company's corporate foundation.

"What excites me most about joining Orion Financial is the opportunity to help shape a culture where employees feel empowered, connected, and inspired," said Haymond. "Orion's commitment to people, community engagement, and innovation deeply aligns with my own values, and I'm honored to join the team during such an exciting period of growth."

Haymond holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and has received numerous professional awards and recognitions throughout her career.

Haymond's appointment reflects Orion Financial's continued investment in its people-first culture and long-term organizational growth strategy.

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About Orion Financial

Founded in 1957 in Memphis, Orion Financial is the largest credit union in the Mid-South, serving 70,000 members with over $1.2 billion in assets. Orion Financial is a lifelong partner supporting customers toward financial independence, security, and growth with banking options in consumer and small business, as well as commercial real estate lending. As a member-owned financial institution, Orion Financial's profits are passed along to members through higher deposit rates, lower loan rates, and affordable financial services that help pave the way to financial freedom. Bank anytime, anywhere on our website or our banking app. Orion Financial is an Equal Housing Lender and insured by the NCUA.

SOURCE: Orion Financial