Nicholas Mayhew, Class of 1981
Nicholas Mayhew ’81 was announced as the recipient of the 2026 MVCC Alumni of Merit Award, presented annually to a nominee who has contributed to the improvement of the community, helped the College, and otherwise demonstrated professional leadership that symbolizes MVCC’s mission of student success and community involvement.
Mayhew, a graduate of MVCC’s Accounting program, has served as President and Chief Executive Officer of GPO Federal Credit Union since 2014, providing leadership and direction for the organization, including strategic planning, financial performance, regulatory compliance, and daily operations. As CEO, he has led GPO through steady, responsible growth, increasing assets from approximately $200 million to more than $600 million while maintaining a strong focus on financial strength, regulatory soundness, and a service-driven culture for employees, members, and the communities GPO serves. His relationship with GPO spans more than 25 years. Before becoming CEO, he served in multiple volunteer leadership roles, including as a Board member beginning in 1991, Vice Chair from 2004-2014, Chairman of the Supervisory Committee, and a member of key committees focused on personnel and asset/liability management.
Mayhew’s commitment to service extends beyond his professional role through decades of community and industry involvement. He has served on numerous boards and committees supporting healthcare, economic development, youth programs, and nonprofit organizations throughout the Mohawk Valley. He currently serves as Secretary, Board member, and Executive Committee member of The House of the Good Shepherd. At the state level, he is actively involved with the New York Credit Union Association, where he serves as Secretary, Board member, and Executive Committee member.
In addition to his associate degree from MVCC, Mayhew holds a bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Utica College of Syracuse University and a master’s degree in Management and Urban Policy from The New School in New York City.