News and Updates

Heartland Honored by Forbes and Fortune

In the February/March issue of Forbes and Fortune, Heartland Credit Union was honored as one of the Leading Credit Unions in Kansas. This prestigious honor reflects our commitment to providing exceptional financial services and building meaningful relationships within our community. 

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Protecting Our Credit Union

Recently, an issue has come up on Capitol Hill that could affect the financial services members depend on Heartland to provide. It’s important to stay informed about potential threats to credit unions and their ability to provide the best possible financial services.

Loganbill Honored by Wichita Business Journal

At Heartland, we understand it’s important for our staff to not only be invested in our members’ financial success, but also the success of the communities we serve.  We’re honored to have some of the best and brightest in our local communities as members of our team.  Recently, one of our staff members was honored by the Wichita Business Journal as a leader in local business. 

Bass and Mielke Honored by Wichita Business Journal

We’re honored to have some of the best and brightest in the financial industry serving our members.  Being able to hire and grow excellent talent is key to providing excellent member service.  Recently, two of our staff members were honored by the Wichita Business Journal as leaders in the financial industry.

Celebrate ‘One World Through Cooperative Finance’ on International Credit Union (ICU) Day® 2024

On Thursday, October 17, Heartland Credit Union joins other credit unions in our community and worldwide to celebrate International Credit Union Day® and the role that financial cooperatives play in improving the communities they serve and the lives of their members. This year’s theme is “One World Through Cooperative Finance”. It speaks to how credit unions and other community-based financial cooperatives are still bringing people together in these divided times to grow financial inclusion and well-being for all.

Mielke Joins HCU Executive Team as Chief Strategy Officer

Dan Springer, President and CEO of Heartland Credit Union is pleased to announce that Angie Mielke, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives, has been promoted to Chief Strategy Officer and has joined the HCU executive team. 

Upcoming Changes to Branch Hours

Starting September 3, 2024, the Ave A, 23rd and Severance, East Kellogg, Haven, Maize, and Newton branches and our eBranch will operate under new hours. This change will create more consistency across our branch network, allow us to optimize branch and support staffing during peak hours to offer better service, and provide our team with a better work-life balance.

Janeia Wren Promoted to Haven Branch Manager

Amy White, VP of Retail Branch Operations, is proud to announce Janeia Wren as the new Branch Manager for the HCU branch in Haven.

Kevin Wiens Promoted to Vice President of Underwriting

Heartland Credit Union is proud to announce the promotion of Kevin Wiens to Vice President of Underwriting. In his new role, Wiens is responsible for overseeing the underwriting department including decisioning of direct and indirect loan applications, monitoring consumer loan portfolio performance, and cultivating relationships with automotive dealership partners.

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