Ron VanSkiver

Ron VanSkiver

Ron VanSkiver is assistant vice president, retail financial services at Centris Federal Credit Union in North Platte, Neb. Ron has 37 years of experience in the financial services industry, specializing in lending, with extensive experience in underwriting and knowledge in consumer credit scoring.

Over the past 10 years as an assistant vice president, Ron has been instrumental in helping Centris deliver loan and deposit products that benefit the membership. Ron has a passion for advising members on ways to improve their financial wellness, including their credit score and overall financial position.

Ron received his Bachelor of Science in agribusiness from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and is a long-time benefactor to the Husker Athletic Fund. He served on the Sutherland School Board for 12 years, six of which were served as president. In his free time, Ron loves to travel with his wife, hike, camp and visit their four daughters, sons-in-law and grandchildren.

The Latest From Ron

Credit Cards: How Many Should I Have?

Credit Cards: How Many Should I Have?

When used responsibly, credit cards can be a great way to build credit or start credit history. But how many credit cards are too many, or too few? The truth is, there is no magic number for how many credit cards you should have. It’s how you use them that really...

What Is a Credit Score & Why Is It Important?

What Is a Credit Score & Why Is It Important?

We always hear that having a good credit score is important, but do we understand how it’s used or the best ways to build credit? Credit is a powerful tool that, when handled correctly, may save us money and allow us to obtain loans, apartments and more. By further...