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Urjit Patel (480 x 600 px)

Urjit Patel

President & CEO
Urjit Patel joined Education First in 2021 as Chief Operating Officer and was promoted to President and CEO in October 2024.
Originally from Winter Park, Florida, Urjit received his B.S. in Management Information Systems from the University of Central Florida.
He has 30+ years of experience in the financial services industry, with 20 years in the credit union community.  He brings significant experience in transforming and leading retail and commercial operations, marketing, organizational development, and strategic planning.
Urjit has multiple certifications in risk management, lending, and leadership disciplines. He also attends various speaking engagements to help educate others and shape the future of Credit Unions.
Throughout his career, he has been an active member of local schools and civic organizations. In his free time, he enjoys traveling and spending time with his family. 

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