Succession planning

Robert Broeksmit has a tough act to follow succeeding David Stevens, the CEO revered for navigating the Mortgage Bankers Association through one of its most tumultuous eras on record. But in doing so, Broeksmit has a distinct advantage over many of his predecessors: inheriting an organization on the upswing.

As these up-and-coming leaders continue to move up through the ranks, some could be heading for the corner office.

Ameris Bancorp said that Edwin Hortman will step down as president and CEO in July but will continue as chairman.

Two leagues give top honors to CU professionals and volunteers, and more recruitment and retention news from credit unions across the country.

Current EVP Charlotte Nemec will take the helm from retiring CEO Susan Blain.

Kathy Thorson, who is currently a market president at MetaBank, will oversee strategy for all of its four markets.

Ent CU boasts 11 of the best mortgage officers in Colorado and other top HR-related news at credit unions across the country.

Stock Yards Bancorp in Louisville, Ky., has named James Hillebrand as its next CEO when David Heintzman retires later this year.

Key hires at one credit union put focus on in-branch experience and more new hires and promotions.

Farmers & Merchants Bancorp is looking for a successor for Paul Siebenmorgan, who has been its CEO for nearly 15 years.

A host of women in the credit union industry recently garnered new positions and awards .

Kristin Shultz is set to take the helm from retiring CEO Linda Powell, who is leaving after 16 years at the credit union.

Lloyd Blankfein will probably step down as Goldman Sachs' chief executive officer in December, according to a published report. David Solomon has been seen as the heir apparent, but the timing of the changeover had been unclear.

Michael Fitzgerald, who was selected to lead United Bank, was CEO of Bank of Georgetown for 11 years before it was sold to United.

The Iowa company said that Bruce Lee will take over its top post next month.

Murray Williams has been with the league for 22 years and has served as chief operating officer since 2011.

Two credit unions ramp up their facilities management teams, plus board elections and more HR-related news at credit unions across the country.

President and CEO Tom Shoemaker has been interim CEO since October 2017.

The 29-year credit union veteran oversaw a number of big changes and milestones during his tenure, including growing assets from $48 million to $558 million.

Dawn Harris has been with the Baton Rouge, La.-based credit union since 1983.