Dear Wildfire Credit Union Members,

On behalf of our Board of Directors, I am pleased to announce the selection of Benjamin Denay as Wildfire’s next President/CEO. Ben was hired after a national search led by d. Hilton Associates Inc. Ben will take the helm of the Credit Union in March, succeeding our long-time leader, Tim Benecke.

Ben has nearly 22 years in the financial services sector, including a lengthy career in corporate strategy and financial management with Garber Management Group, an umbrella organization for 23 new-car dealerships representing 16 franchises across six states. Most recently, Ben served as the Chief Financial Officer of a local Saginaw-based company, Gateway Financial Solutions, a $400 million consumer auto finance company. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Management from Northwood University in Midland, MI, and a CPA designation. He is a lifelong resident of the Great Lakes Bay region, currently living in the Saginaw area and an active member of our community.  Ben’s expertise in financial management, customer service and organizational growth aligns perfectly with our mission to provide exceptional financial services and experiences to our members.

Ben is deeply committed to upholding the values that define Wildfire, including our commitment to our members, our community, and our dedication to providing safe, reliable, and innovative financial solutions.

I and the Board of Directors extend our sincere appreciation to Tim for his leadership over the past 15 years. Our members can expect to continue receiving the same personalized, exceptional service as our next chapter begins under Ben’s leadership.

Thank you for your membership and confidence in Wildfire Credit Union. We look forward to serving you as we continue to grow.

Sincerely,

Ken Voelker