SKOKIE, Ill. — The Board of Directors of First Financial Credit Union has named Patrick J. Basler as its new president/CEO.

Basler is a veteran credit union leader who has served in executive positions at Wisconsin credit unions for the past 11 years.

“I'm excited about this opportunity to serve the members of First Financial Credit Union,” said Basler. “This is a thriving area of Illinois, and I look forward to being part of the credit union's success over the coming years.”

Basler is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in financing and marketing. He also is a graduate of the CUNA Management School at the University of Wisconsin in Madison.

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