SAGINAW, Mich.– Wildfire Credit Union has named a new president and CEO.
The $1-billion Wildfire said it has selected, Benjamin Denay to lead the organization and to succeed Tim Benecke, who served in the role for the past 15 years.
Denay has nearly 22 years in the financial services sector, including a lengthy career in management with Garber Management Group, an umbrella organization for 23 new-car dealerships representing 16 franchises across six states, the credit union said.
Most recently, Denay served as the CFO of local Saginaw-based company, Gateway Financial Solutions, a $400-million consumer auto finance organization.
He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Management from Northwood University in Midland, MI, and a CPA designation.
“I am deeply honored to lead Wildfire Credit Union, an organization that stands out for its dedication to serving members and the community,” Denay said. “I look forward to working with the talented team here to deliver outstanding financial services for our members and strengthen our role as a trusted financial partner in our community."
The credit union has approximately 48,000 members.
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