Purdue Federal Credit Union (Purdue Federal) is excited to announce the promotions of two exceptional team members, Andrea Rider and Emma Zhang, to new leadership positions.
Andrea Rider has been promoted to assistant vice president of credit administration. Andrea joined Purdue Federal nine years ago and has played an instrumental role in the evolution of the credit department. During her tenure, she has held several positions, including credit analyst, portfolio manager, commercial loan officer, and credit manager. Her extensive background, which spans roles as a bank examiner, internal auditor, and senior financial analyst, has been pivotal in scaling the department to meet growing demand, driving automation through efficient systems, and building an experienced credit team.
Sam Burns, senior vice president and chief lending officer, acknowledges Andrea’s impact, saying, “Andrea’s extensive experience and strong leadership skills have been critical to the success of our credit department. We’re thrilled to have her contribute these strengths to our Senior Leadership Team. Congratulations, Andrea!”
Emma Zhang has been promoted to assistant vice president of accounting and finance. Having been with Purdue Federal for just over a year, Emma has quickly made a strong impression with her expertise and collaboration with other departments to streamline processes. Her passion for upholding Purdue Federal’s core values and her dedication to continuous learning have positioned her as a key asset to the organization.
Jim Whelan, vice president and chief financial officer, shares, “Emma has done a wonderful job leading the accounting team and embodies our principles of collaboration and improvement. We are excited to see her continued growth as she takes on greater responsibilities within the Finance function. Congratulations, Emma!”
These promotions reflect the dedication and professionalism that Andrea Rider and Emma Zhang bring to Purdue Federal daily, driving success and exemplifying the organization's commitment to excellence.
