Mary Friday is a strategic communications and financial education leader with over eight years of experience driving community impact through storytelling, outreach, and education. Blending a background in public relations and media strategy with her current leadership in financial wellness, Mary bridges communication and purpose to make complex financial topics accessible and empowering.

As the Financial Education Manager at Community Credit Union of Florida, she designs and executes programs that promote financial literacy, expand access to resources, and strengthen partnerships with schools, nonprofits, and local organizations. Her work spans statewide initiatives, student leadership programs, and innovative community campaigns that align education with real-world financial success.

Throughout her career, Mary has built a reputation for connecting strategy with impact — leading cross-functional projects, guiding content and marketing efforts across digital and in-person channels, and serving as a trusted voice wherever she is.