10/22/2026
Congratulations to LeAndre “Lee” Dupree, our AVP of Community Development, on receiving Connecticut’s Credit Unions’ Momentum Award for Emerging Credit Union Leadership!
Lee brings his background in human services to his work at Connex, helping people access financial education, homeownership opportunities, and community resources. His approach starts with listening, understanding challenges, and meeting people where they are.
Since joining Connex in 2022, he has helped support financial education programs reaching more than 4,600 people annually and grow the Connex Community Network to more than 45 active partners—all working to connect individuals and families with opportunities to move forward.
Thank you, Lee, for bringing “People Helping People” to life. Join us in celebrating this well-deserved recognition!