During his 10-year tenure at CECU, Brueseke’s accomplishments have included helping the credit union grow its assets by 65% and membership by 20%, as well as implementing member rewards programs and digital banking services.

“I attribute our growth to meeting our members’ needs, providing value and making them want to maintain their CECU membership,” Brueseke said. “I knew the credit union was a special place, because of its traditional credit union philosophy and financial soundness. CECU has always focused on meeting the needs of the group it serves.”

Brueseke, a certified league executive and credit union development educator, also served on Millennium Corporate’s board of directors and credit committee, as well as the finance council executive committee for CUNA (now America’s Credit Unions). He also ran the Missouri Credit Union Foundation’s Buddy Bass Tournament, which benefitted Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Over 17 years, the event raised more than $1 million, with $170,000 benefitting St. Louis Children’s Hospital and SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital in St. Louis, according to the announcement.

“Conservation Employees’ Credit Union’s board of directors and staff wish Kevin all the best for his upcoming retirement,” CECU Board Chairman Rich Wehnes said. “Having him here for the transition will ensure the next president has the tools they need to continue CECU’s success.”

Of note, a list of CEFU staff on the credit union’s website lists Brueseke’s title as “president” while his LinkedIn profile lists his title as “CEO.” Some credit unions split the president/CEO position into two, but according to CEFU’s staff list, it does not employ a separate CEO.