Oscar Porras

Oscar Porras started his career in the credit union industry over 20 years ago. He has primarily worked with community members of modest needs, credit union professionals of diverse backgrounds, and emerging markets with a focus on the Hispanic community in Oregon and California. That experience has led Oscar to Humanidei as a Senior Consultant for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Oscar has also served on the board of Point West Credit Union since 2022 and, in 2025, was elected as the credit union’s first Chicano Board Chair.

Oscar has experience in branch operations, lending, and community outreach. In each of his roles, he has helped create, develop, and implement products and services that have helped guide immigrant community members and those of modest means into mainstream financial services.

From working with youth, professionals, and board members, Oscar is driven by the belief that everyone deserves an opportunity. He believes the credit union industry will serve as a catalyst for diversity, equity, and inclusion by purposely and intently providing opportunities for different ideas, opinions, and lived experiences.

Oscar is a certified International Credit Union Development Educator, Certified Diversity Professional, and has also received a certification from Georgetown University in Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace.