Shalane Holmes
Assistant Vice President, Business Solutions

Before joining TCU, Shalane Holmes had spent almost ten years with the credit union system. She spent the majority of that time in member focused roles but also spent some time in a project management capacity. Her most recent role was as a Commercial Relationship Manager. Lifelong learning is one of Shalane’s passions. Having received her Bachelor of Commerce from Athabasca University in 2014, Shalane has also received her MBA from Athabasca University in 2018.Shalane grew up on a cattle and grain farm in southwestern Saskatchewan. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, travelling whenever and wherever possible, and taking in events throughout the city.

James Martin
Business Solutions Account Manager

Prior to joining TCU, James worked at another financial institution for almost 5 years. James held a variety of commercial roles and most recently was a Relationship Manager, Commercial Banking. He received his Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Finance from the University of Saskatchewan in 2014. He is currently a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) level II candidate.

James was born in Belfast, Northern Ireland and came to Saskatoon at an early age. He is recently married and enjoys spending time with his family and friends, travelling, being outdoors, and anything to do with soccer. James currently sits on the Board of Directors for Saskatoon Youth Soccer.

Tara Field
Business Solutions Account Manager

Tara has held a variety of Commercial and Agricultural Business Development roles throughout her 19 years of experience in the financial service industry. She has spent the majority of that time in member focused roles, but has also spent time in a management capacity. Her career has taken her throughout Saskatchewan and Alberta.

Tara grew up on a mixed grain farm in southern Saskatchewan. In her spare time she enjoys backpacking around the world and volunteering with various organizations to improve children’s lives in the places she travels. She enjoys spending time with family and friends and if she isn’t watching sports, she is playing them.

Karla Bell
Business Solutions Associate

Karla started her career in the financial service industry with TCU Financial Group and has been a part of the credit union for 8 years.  She has held a variety of roles which allowed her to work from the ground up to help members have their best experience with TCU and achieve their financial goals.  Karla grew up in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.  In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, relaxing at the cabin, and reading a good book.  She received her bachelor of arts honours degree with a major in archaeology in 2011.