Today, Zeal Credit Union announced Michael Connolly as the Organization’s Chief Technology Officer. Connolly brings over 25 years of experience and leadership in technology solutions to Zeal. Connolly’s vision and implementation of best-practice-driven data, infrastructure management, systems security and software solutions are among the areas of expertise he brings to the Organization.
“Michael brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our team here at Zeal. His strategic vision for innovative technology and his passion for leadership are in direct alignment with our focus,” said Julie Kreinbring, President/CEO of Zeal Credit Union. “I look forward to all he will achieve with our technology solutions team.”
Connolly’s leadership and technical expertise will bring a positive impact to membership experience and the financial well-being and success of Zeal Credit Union’s more than 67,000 members.
“I’m proud to be a part of Zeal Credit Union. The credit union culture and passion for making a difference are unique from any industry I’ve worked in,” said Connolly. “I look forward to working with the Zeal team to bring best-of-class security, technology and innovation to our membership.”
Zeal Credit Union is a full-service, not-for-profit financial institution with more than 67,000 members, $890 million in assets, and 11 full-service branches in the Metro-Detroit area. The Credit Union’s members have access to over 5,000 shared branches and more than 30,000 ATMs nationwide. Member deposits are insured to $250,000 by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), a U.S. government agency. For more information, visit ZealCU.org.
To date, in 2022, Zeal Credit Union has promoted 17 employees to their next role within the Credit Union, and recently hired 17 seasonal employees to assist with operations over the summer. To find out more about careers at Zeal Credit Union, visit ZealCU.org/Careers/.

Michael Connolly, Chief Technology Officer, Zeal Credit Union