"He is the statesman of the corporate credit union network. He's contributed a great deal over the years. He's a true believer in credit unions. His leadership and commitment has been uplifting." – Gigi Hyland, executive director of the Association of Corporate CUs on WesCorp President/CEO Dick Johnson's retirement announcement. "Dick was fortunate enough to have had two rewarding careers in his lifetime. His numerous contributions to our industry have been instrumental in shaping the corporate credit union system into what it is today." – Joe Herbst, president/CEO of Empire Corporate FCU on WesCorp President/CEO Dick Johnson's retirement announcement. "The star that burns brightest, burns fastest," – NCUA Board Member Geoff Bacino on his expected upcoming departure from the NCUA Board. "As we work in today's global marketplace, we need the cooperation of credit unions throughout the world." -U.S. Central President/CEO Dan Kampen on U.S. Central's reciprocal membership with Credit Union Central of British Columbia.