Vantage West Welcomes Aimee Schmidt at as VP, HR and Organizational Development

Posted by member on July 16, 2025

Vantage West Credit Union, which serves members in Southern Arizona, shared the appointment of Aimee Schmidt as the credit union’s new VP, HR and Organizational Development. Schmidt has over 20 years of experience in human resources in various industries, including healthcare, hospitality, and the printing industry. She’s passionate about empowering employees to succeed through fulfilling and engaging work experiences.

In her most recent role as Senior Director of Human Resources at La Posada at Park Centre, Inc., Schmidt led the HR team across key functions including recruitment and onboarding, benefits administration, payroll, compensation, employee relations, and training. During a period of significant organizational growth, she enhanced HR effectiveness by adopting new technologies and streamlining workflows — all while maintaining a strong focus on customer service.

She earned a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from the University of Nevada, Reno, and later completed a Master of Arts in Adult Education, Training, and Development from Regis University.

Schmidt demonstrates a comprehensive and strategic understanding of human resources, grounded in both operational excellence and a commitment to employee experience. Her HR leadership is rooted in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to creating meaningful work experiences. She prioritizes employee well-being and engagement while driving operational efficiency, ensuring that every process — from recruitment to training — is designed to support people, not just metrics.

“I’m truly honored to become part of the Vantage West Credit Union family,” said Schmidt.

Posted in Arizona, Leadership, Regional Member News.