Brian Gourlay named SVP of Credit Risk Management at Connexus Credit Union
WAUSAU, WI (March 11, 2024) — Connexus Credit Union proudly announces the appointment of Brian Gourlay as the newest member of its Senior Leadership Team, serving as the Senior Vice President of Credit Risk Management.
With over 25 years of distinguished experience in Collections and Asset Recovery within the financial services sector, Gourlay brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of success to Connexus. Most recently, he served as the Senior Vice President of Consumer Vehicle Lending at Bank of America, where he spent 14 years demonstrating strong business acumen and leadership in operational transformations.
During his tenure at Bank of America, Gourlay oversaw staffing and resources to effectively service and collect on a $34 billion asset portfolio. Additionally, he spearheaded the establishment of a 350-person call center, showcasing his innovative approach to operational management.
“We are thrilled to welcome Brian Gourlay to Connexus Credit Union as our Senior Vice President of Credit Risk Management,” said Ryan Gage, Chief Risk Officer. “Brian’s extensive experience and exceptional leadership skills make him an invaluable addition to our team. We are confident that his insights and expertise will help strengthen risk management and contribute to the success of Connexus.”
Recognized as one of Bank of America’s Top 100 Leaders worldwide, Gourlay is known for his drive, innovation, and approachability. His leadership style is characterized by inspiration and humility, traits that align closely with Connexus’ values.
Connexus Credit Union invests in its employees by providing best-in-class benefits, advancement opportunities, and tools for growth; promoting a culture of Integrity, Respect, Synergy, Transparency, and Wellbeing; and embracing sustainable, progressive growth in a digital world. Current employment opportunities can be found at ConnexusCU.org/careers.
About Connexus Credit Union
With more than 700+ employees serving more than 477,000+ members across all 50 states, Connexus is a member-focused cooperative with $5.1 billion in assets. Connexus is proud to provide high yields for checking accounts and deposit products, as well as an industry-leading Digital Banking experience and competitive rates for personal, home, and auto loans. The Wausau, WI-based credit union has been nationally recognized for excellence by Forbes, CNN Money, NerdWallet, Kiplinger, and Bankrate. Connexus is committed to being a nationally relevant, trusted credit union, providing exceptional experiences and fostering prosperity for those it serves.
