About me

RONALDO HARDY

My Story.
My Mission.

Ronaldo is a change agent with a strong ability to bring optimal results to anything he is a part of.

I’m a two-time credit union CEO, former consulting firm owner, former CEO of a national association in the credit union industry, and current CEO of BALANCE, a national leader in financial education and counseling, with a passion for helping leaders and organizations break free from mediocrity to create cultures of boldness, trust, and innovation. Throughout my career, I’ve led award-winning transformations, driven unprecedented growth, and built high-performing teams that thrive on authenticity and connection.

As the CEO of BALANCE, I lead a team of passionate purpose driven humans delivering critical financial wellness programs to individuals and communities across the country. I am committed to scaling impact through innovation and partnerships, ensuring BALANCE remains at the forefront of empowering people to take control of their financial futures. Previously, I served as the CEO of NACUSO, where I drove collaboration and innovation in the credit union space, helping organizations navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of financial services.

Prior to NACUSO, I led Southwest Louisiana Credit Union to become a certified Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), securing a $950,000 federal award while building a legacy of mission-driven growth and operational excellence. I’ve also owned and operated a high-impact consulting firm, where I partnered with executives to transform leadership pipelines, navigate cultural challenges, and unlock team potential.

Today, I bring my leadership expertise, real-world results, and dynamic speaking presence to deliver high-impact keynotes and workshops that challenge leaders to rethink what’s possible. My mission is to inspire organizations to grow boldly, innovate relentlessly, and lead authentically—transforming not just their businesses, but the lives they touch.

The Pastor

My wife Cristian and I are the Lead Pastors of Love Alive Church. Together we founded the church in January 2015, quickly becoming one of the fastest growing churches in the city of Baton Rouge. Check out Love Alive Church at lovealivechurch.com. Follow them here: add social media links.

The Artist

I began my career in music as a worship leader as a kid. I have since expanded my music platform to also focus on musical activism. In other words, I desire to challenge people’s thoughts and actions by creating music that leads to change. I recently recorded a live worship album set to release in the fall of 2025.

The CEO

I have had the privilege of leading multiple organizations as CEO. My introduction to the corner office came through Shell Geismar Federal Credit Union, and I have gone on to lead three other organizations as CEO. I’ve also been a part of a six person ownership team of a successful CDFI consultancy.