WEST ALLIS, Wis.–Empower Credit Union has named a new president and CEO. The $92-million credit union has selected Michael Brandt to lead the organization.
Brandt has served as president/CEO of Evergreen Credit Union since 2011.
“Michael brings a history of innovation and success in credit union leadership with an emphasis in consumer lending, membership growth, and strategic planning,” said ECU Board Chair Patrick Laske. “He is ideally positioned to lead Empower as we grow our credit union brand and reach in southeastern Wisconsin. We’d also like to thank Jennifer Schilling for her dedicated leadership of Empower to date and we wish her well as she has chosen to explore new career options.”
Brandt will begin as CEO of Empower in late August.
Brandt’s career in credit unions began in 2001 and he has positions that have included loan officer, financial services manager, and vice president of lending, in addition to president/CEO. Prior to working in credit unions, he worked in sales and retail management. He has served on area non-profit boards and currently volunteers with his dog, Richie, as a therapy dog team through the Fox Valley Humane Association. He also enjoys restoring classic cars and taking cross-country road trips.