Celebrate employee recognitions with us, such as new management, team members, retirements and anniversaries.
Denise B., – Promoted to Vice President of Compliance
Congratulations Denise!
3/26 – Denise began her financial services career while still in college, laying the groundwork for a successful career that now spans decades. With 25 years of dedicated service at the credit union, she brings deep institutional knowledge and broad industry expertise to her role.
Throughout her career, she has gained hands‑on experience in every major area of lending, including consumer, commercial, real estate, and credit card lending, providing her with a comprehensive understanding of operational and regulatory risk.
She joined the credit union as a Mortgage Loan Processor and progressed through a series of roles, including Loan Processing Supervisor and Compliance Officer. She currently serves as Vice President of Compliance, where she is responsible for overseeing regulatory compliance and ensuring adherence to evolving federal and state regulations in support of the credit union’s mission.
She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and holds a post‑baccalaureate certificate in Paralegal Studies from the College of Saint Mary. She is certified in Credit Union Compliance (CUCE) and a Bank Secrecy Act Professional (CBSAP), underscoring her commitment to regulatory excellence.
Outside of work, she enjoys reading, going on drives, spending time with family, and listening to music. She is an avid NASCARand Husker volleyball fan. She has been married to her husband, Jeff, for 31 years and is a proud dog mom to her dachshund, Hayley.
Dale K., 10 Year Anniversary
President and CEO
1/26 – Congratulations Dale! Dale has been in the banking industry for over 30 years. He received his undergraduate degree from UNL and his MBA from UNO. He grew up on a farm in Nebraska and currently lives in rural Washington County with his wife of 24 years. He enjoys working on his acreage, watching golf and the Huskers (volleyball & football). He is the past president of his church’s men’s group non-profit organization that is involved with many charities in and around Blair. Fun Fact: Working in his garage on his spare time, he is restoring his father’s Ram 2500 diesel farm truck. It is a labor of love!
Jordan B., Promotion
Branch Manager, Bedford Branch
1/26 – Congratulations Jordan! Jordan has been with FNCU since June of 2022. He started as an FSS and moved up to Senior Branch Assistant, then Call Center Lead, and now Branch Manager.
He is from Omaha, and has been with his girlfriend for five years. Jordan enjoys working on cars, playing golf, exercising, and exploring on vacations.
Jordan looks forward to working with his team, the Members, and continuing the member service that Bedford provides!
Ken S., 5 Year Anniversary
Vice President of Sales & Service
9/25 – Congratulations Ken! Ken has been with FNCU for 5 years. During that time Ken has taken on various leadership roles within the credit union. He came to FNCU with over 22 years of leadership experience in the financial industry. He is looking forward to taking on new challenges, contributing in new ways, continuing to grow with our amazing leadership team and continue to passionately serve our members!!
