Heartland Credit Union is pleased to announce the hiring of Kevin Hess as Chief Financial Officer. With more than 25 years of experience in finance and operational leadership, Kevin will provide a strong foundation for our accounting and finance operations at the credit union.  

Heartland Credit Union is proud to announce the addition of Trace Hughes as VP of Brand and Marketing. With a strong background in creative strategy and brand development, Hughes will lead efforts to grow the HCU brand, deepen member engagement, and drive innovative marketing initiatives.

At Heartland Credit Union, helping our members achieve their goals is part of who we are—and it’s been that way from the very beginning. We were founded in 1948 by 14 teachers who believed in the power of education and came together to support one another.

Heartland Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Darren Werth to AVP of Community and Government Affairs. In this new role, Darren will oversee efforts to strengthen the credit union’s connection to the communities it serves through advocacy, outreach, and relationship building. 

Heartland Credit Union is proud to announce the promotion of Gleysha Mendez to the newly established position of Connections Manager. In this role, Gleysha will lead the Member Connection Specialists, a team dedicated to helping members understand their full financial picture and connecting them with the right financial tools to reach their goals. 

Heartland Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Marilyn Fisk, CCUFC, to Senior Branch Manager at the 23rd and Severance branch in Hutchinson. Marilyn most recently served as Branch Manager at Heartland’s Ave A location, a role she has held since 2020. 

Heartland Wealth Strategies is proud to announce that Mercedes Rangel, Insurance Specialist, has earned the Registered Social Security Analyst® (RSSA®) credential through the National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts (NARSSA). As one of just six professionals in the state of Kansas to hold the RSSA® designation, this achievement enhances Mercedes’ ability to provide personalized guidance and support to members navigating Social Security decisions as part of their retirement planning.

Heartland Credit Union is pleased to announce the recent promotion of Mitchell Hargrave to Assistant Vice President of Software Development.

Heartland Credit Union is proud to announce the promotion of Michael Lizalde to Vice President of Member Experience. In this new role, Michael will oversee the newly established position of Connections Manager and the eBranch Manager. He will also continue leading our Member Solutions Specialists who focus on outbound sales.