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Zeal Announces New Vice President of Lending, Jill Johnson
8/20/24 | Zeal Credit Union proudly welcomes Jill Johnson as Vice President of Lending. Johnson brings 31 years of experience in the financial services industry, with extensive knowledge in product development and providing digital-first member experiences. She has a passion for leadership with impact and enhancing member service. In her new role, Johnson will oversee lending strategies and operations.
“Jill brings a great deal of expertise and strategic insight to Zeal, including leading through significant growth and overseeing commercial, consumer, and mortgage lending,” said Julie Kreinbring, President/CEO at Zeal. “She has a passion for employee development and member support, making her an excellent addition to our team.” Read more.
Zeal Names Chris Leitch as Chief Financial Officer | Leitch will become CFO as Ron Boehnlein, EVP/CFO retires in early 2025
8/12/24 | Zeal Credit Union is pleased to announce Chris Leitch will be joining the executive team in the role of Chief Financial Officer as Ron Boehnlein, current EVP/CFO, will officially retire in early 2025 after 40 remarkable years of service to credit unions.
“Chris is a welcome addition to our Senior Leadership Team” said Julie Kreinbring, Zeal President/CEO. “Chris brings an array of knowledge with an accounting, audit, and servant leadership background while offering a unique perspective to the role as a former examiner of credit unions. Chris and Ron will be an exceptional duo over the coming months as Ron transitions to retirement, and Chris fully immerses himself into the CFO position”. Read more.
Zeal Credit Union Makes Investment in CU WealthNext
7/30/24 | Zeal Credit Union has made an investment in CU WealthNext, LLC, provider of wealthtech solutions.
“Joining CU WealthNext as an owner is an exciting opportunity for Zeal Credit Union,” Zeal Credit Union President/CEOJulie Kreinbring said. “We believe that leveraging advanced wealthtech solutions is essential for the future of financial services. This partnership allows us to provide our members with cutting-edge technology and superior financial tools, enhancing their overall financial well-being.” Read More.
7/1/24 | We’re pleased to announce the winners of our 2024 Hardworking Americans campaign.
In April, we called for nominations from the public for community members who go above and beyond, and who embody the actions and attributes of a hard worker. And we have now announced our 6 honoree/prize winners and their chosen charities.
Each winner has been awarded a $500 prize plus $500 to been donated on their behalf to their favorite local 501(c)(3) charitable organization; Those who nominated the HWA honorees also received a $200 prize.
Check out their FULL stories on YouTube and at ZealCU.org/hardwork. Also check out the CU Times article.
2024 Scholarship Awards | Recipients are: Top, L to R: Amarachukwu Obinna, Noelle Pacifici, Samantha Stacey, Sharmel Gibson Bottom, L to R: Makaela Williams, Katelyn Cronan, Faith Monroe
With support of the Zeal CU Foundation, Zeal has awarded $14K to seven students ($2k each) attending a college/trade school in the fall!
Read the full story, on MCUL.org.
Zeal is honored to be featured in Wyandotte Today
Zeal Credit Union has been providing products and services to help members make their financial goals possible for 70 years, serving generations of families. “Zeal stands out in the community through our dedicated efforts to support members” says Carlos Duran, branch manager at Zeal’s Allen Park, Taylor, and Woodhaven locations. “Credit unions distinguish themselves as a financial cooperative deeply invested in the prosperity of both our members and the community at large,” he added… Read the Full Story.
3/28/24 | Thanks so much to all who attended, please visit our Annual Meeting page to find as well as a copy of our 2023 Annual Report.
We value your membership.
3/27/24 | Zeal Credit Union has promoted Ron Boehnlein to the role of Executive Vice President in addition to his role as Chief Financial Officer. Ron Boehnlein began his journey toward credit union financial management in 1979 as an auditor at a subsidiary of the Michigan Credit Union League. His commitment and passion put him on a successful path that led him to his current role as CFO at Zeal. Read Full Article
12/29/23 | In accordance with the bylaws of Zeal Credit Union, we are pleased to present the incumbents, enclosed within the document at the below link, up for re-election to a three-year term on the Zeal Credit Union Board of Directors. Read more about our incumbents, HERE.
12/12/23 | Pictured above is a rendering for our soon-to-be brand-new Lyon Crossings/Lyon Township branch! We are so excited to be part of this community, and held a groundbreaking that was attended by the Zeal team, leadership and board; as well as were honored to be joined by our friends at the Brighton Chamber of Commerce and the Township’s Downtown Development Authority. Check out the press release from the day, here.
11/20/23 | We’re proud to welcome Dori Hawkins-Freelain to our team as Vice President of Accounting. Hawkins brings over 20 years of leadership and more than 40 years of Finance experience with her to the Credit Union. Hawkin’s exemplary leadership, along with her exceptional skills and experience in financial strategic planning, directing and controlling, as well her knowledge of budgetary preparations and financial oversight and management will further ensure Zeal’s financial safety and soundness.
11/17/23 | The ribbon-cutting and open house for our newly renovated Westland branch interior went off without a hitch. We were joined by new Westland Mayor, Kevin Coleman and The City of Westland team, as well as the Westland Chamber of Commerce. Thank you so much to all attended. Our members were celebrated throughout the week with logo giveaways, member celebration gifts and an entry into a $250 Meijer gift card drawing (just in time for Thanksgiving!) when they visited the branch.
10/28/23 | FREE Document-Shred & Charitable Donation Can Collection. Our 2023 canned food drive at our centrally located to all of our branch locations, food drive wasa success! Our vendor, Bulldog Records, was on site to securely shredded onsite with data and records management company, Bulldog Records Management.
11/20/23 | We’re grateful to Downriver for Veterans, all they do for their community served, and for our relationship with them over the years. In 2023, we’re thankful to have the opportunity to once again support them during the holidays. This morning, just in time for Thanksgiving, we delivered 28 turkeys and cases of sides to their new building in Wyandotte!
6/16/23 | This year, we celebrated the opening and interior renovations of our newly located Detroit, Midtown Branch. In attendance at the event were the Zeal Leadership and Board team, Mayor Mike Duggan and City of Detroit team, and members of the Detroit Chamber of Commerce.
For the entire week, we celebrated our members there with snacks, giveaway items and a drawing for a $250 Meijer Gift Card wherein any member visiting the branch could submit an entry.
Dan brings over 21 years of exceptional talent in human resources, engagement, and leadership experience; further inspiring the Zeal legacy of living with character, feeling with empathy, and acting with passion in everything we do. Read More.
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12/29/22 | In accordance with our bylaws, we are pleased to present the following incumbents up for re-election to a three-year term on the Zeal Credit Union Board of Directors. Read More Here.
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2022 News & Events
10/22/22 | Thank you, Zeal members and community for keeping your personal info. safe by securely shredding your documents with us, and for your generous donations! Today, we shredded 9,540 lbs. of paper documents; and collected a van full of canned goods to donate to Auntie Na’s Village – along with our #DayOfService care packages. 
Zeal community, you are the best! #GiveTheLove
10/20/22 | Happy #InternationalCreditUnionDay (ICU Day®) to our fellow CUs, our valued Zeal members, and CU members around the world! Today is a recognition of the work that CUs do every day, the global CU movement, and the experiences we have with our members and in our communities. Thank you for all you do, CU World! Happy ICU Day!
This year, our Zeal member complimentary document Shred Day + canned food drive will be held at our Zeal Dearborn branch, on Saturday October 22 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Canned goods/non-perishable food items will be donated to Auntie Na’s Village. Bring up to two boxes of paper items to be securely shredded by document management company, Iron Mountain. We hope to see you there!
11/8/22 | Since 2018, our Southgate branch teammates have been working with Wyandotte MI’s Downriver for Veterans, a charitable organization dedicated to supporting local veterans in Michigan’s downriver communities.
This year, we were able to donate 18 turkeys to help fill the tables for veterans and their families.
10/19/22 | Each year, October’s the month for Michigan CUs to show extra love for our local small businesses. This month, Zeal team members have supported local favs including Thomas’s Catering, Parmenter’s Northville Cider Mill and the Cappuccino Man: Coffee Catering. Thank you to these small business, and more, for being part of what makes our community wonderful! #CULunchLocal
10/17/22 | Delivering our all staff #GiveTheLove Day of Service gifts and care packages to families through our community’s Charitable Organization partners!
10/10/22 | Today, 120 Zeal teammates came together under one roof to build hundreds of care packages to support some truly awe-inspiring Metro Detroit charitable organizations. Our crafty teammates put together fleece blankets, wrote cards to thank our veterans, and so much more. Thank you, United Way of SE Michigan, Auntie Na’s Village and Hospitality House Food Pantry, for being here with us today. # CUKind. Watch our super awesome video of the day, on our Youtube channel!
9/22/22 | We’ve received approval from the U.S. Department of Treasury’s Emergency Capital Investment Program to designate $5 million in lending to local consumers and small business owners who have been deeply impacted by the pandemic… Read more.
9/10/22 | We were honored to partner with our friends at the remarkable Carrot Cake With A Twist to give away 100 free treats to the first 100 Essential Workers to visit their E. Jefferson, Detroit location! Thank you to all of our community’s essential workers and small businesses like this one, that make truly remarkable things come to life in our community!
9/6/22 | Zeal credit Union was honored in recognition of the 35 years of partnership with the Livonia Chamber of Commerce. We’re so grateful for this partnership and appreciate the opportunity to work alongside this remarkable Chamber. Thank you for all you do, Livonia Chamber of Commerce!
9/6/22 |Our Livonia Middlebelt Team works closely with and celebrates three years of partnership with the Livonia Chamber of Commerce, a wonderful partner and advocate for our Livonia community.
8/31/22 | (CUNA News) “Michael Connolly joined Zeal Credit Union as chief technology officer (CTO) midway through 2022 and quickly made an impression with his experience and calm demeanor“. Michael has added so much to our team,” says Paula Piccinini, vice president of marketing… Read More.
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8/18/22 | Today, the Metro West Chapter of Credit Unions hosted their annual golf outing at Northville Hills Golf Club. For the outing, Zeal Credit Union was a sponsor – and, through volunteerism, contributed to the planning, preparation, and execution of the event. With funds raised through the 2021 Golf Outing, the chapter donated a total of $8,500 in grants to support local charities and their causes.
8/1/22 | Mortgage Center and Zeal Credit Union Announce Partnership. Zeal members have access to a variety of home loan options and specials. With the origination of a home loan, through Nov. 2022, members can… Read more
6/10/22 | Zeal Credit Union Proudly Announces and Welcome New Chief Technology Officer, Michael Connolly. With over 25 years of experience in innovative, value-driven technology and security solutions… Read more
MyCardInfo Visa Account Access
5/1/22 | For increased security, members will only be able to access their Visa® Credit Card MyCardInfo account online through their Online Banking login… read more.
2022 Annual Meeting, 2021 Annual Report
3/15/22 | Thank you Zeal Members, community members, scholarship recipients, teammates and Zeal board members who joined! Click here to view our 2021 Annual Report: Click here to download.
2022 Board of Directors Nominees
In accordance with our bylaws, we are pleased to present the following incumbents up for re-election to a three-year term on the Zeal Credit Union Board of Directors… read more.
6/21/21 | Zeal President/CEO, Julie Kreinbring Appointed to CUSG Board of Directors
CU Solutions Group announced Julie Kreinbring, President and CEO of Zeal Credit Union, to the CUSG board of directors… Read more
#ZealTheLove for the Holidays: Life Remodeled
12/22/21 | Zeal’s Marketing team supported Detroit-based Life Remodeled. We had the opportunity to donate, and also volunteer to help spread the word for their annual fundraiser to bring people together to help revitalize Detroit neighborhoods… Read more
#ZealTheLove for the Holidays: Methodist Children’s Home Society
12/21/21 | Zeal’s HR/training department supported Detroit/Redford’s Methodist Children’s Home Society, a non-profit child welfare organization that provides a brighter and safer future for children and families through individualized treatment, care, advocacy… Read more
#ZealTheLove for the Holidays: Michigan United Cerebral Palsy (MUCP)
12/17/21 | Our Mortgage team supported MUCP’s QuickRamps for Kids program, which is near and dear to our hearts, as a teammate’s mother suffers from multiple sclerosis. We understand the impact a mobility solution will make… Read more
