Steve Heiderer, senior vice president and chief operating officer at Oak Creek-based Guardian Credit Union started at the organization right out of law school.
“He joined as a compliance officer and throughout the years, continued to be promoted due to his diligence, forward-thinking strategies and dedication to the operation,” said Britt Frank, marketing director at the law firm of Gimbel, Reilly, Guerin & Brown.
His current position entails complete oversight of branch operations, internal audit, regulatory compliance, legal, purchasing and marketing for the credit union.
“Guardian is a nonprofit financial cooperative that has gained a reputation of trust and service in the community,” Frank said.
Through its “Guardian Cares” program, launched in 2012, the organization chooses a charity, based on staff suggestions, to support each year.
“It also provides scholarships and additional giving through the year,” Frank said. “Steve has been a champion of these efforts and has done his own work in the community, including serving on the board of directors of the Bay View Community Center.”
