Michael Hansen
About Michael Hansen
Michael Hansen serves as the Finance Director at Patelco Credit Union, where he has worked since 2017. He has over a decade of experience in finance, having held various leadership roles in financial planning, analysis, and treasury services across multiple organizations.
Work at Patelco Credit Union
Michael Hansen has served as the Finance Director at Patelco Credit Union since 2017. In this role, he oversees financial operations, ensuring effective management of the credit union's funds and resources. His responsibilities include liquidity management and asset liability management (ALM), which are critical for maintaining the financial health of the organization. Hansen's tenure at Patelco has been marked by his focus on maximizing productivity and improving financial processes.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his role at Patelco Credit Union, Michael Hansen held several significant positions in the finance sector. He worked as an Executive Recruiter at Nelson & Associates for one year, focusing on accounting and finance. Before that, he was the Senior Vice President of Financial Planning & Analysis at Gateway Bank from 2009 to 2015. Hansen also served as Vice President and Treasury Services Manager at Bank of America Merrill Lynch for nearly a year, and as Vice President of Mortgage Performance Reporting at Wachovia, A Wells Fargo Company, for two years.
Education and Expertise
Michael Hansen holds a Bachelor of Arts in Finance from Vanguard University of Southern California and a Master of Business Administration from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in finance, particularly in liquidity management and asset liability management (ALM). Hansen also has over 10 years of experience in developing and leading analytical and reporting teams, which enhances his capability in financial oversight.
Professional Skills and Contributions
Michael Hansen has a proven track record in maximizing productivity, reducing expenses, and improving processes within financial organizations. His experience includes secondary marketing and loan loss analysis (ALLL), as well as metrics reporting. He has been involved in management training, recruiting, and the design and execution of incentive plans. Hansen's ability to oversee and recommend the best use of company funds and assets has been a significant aspect of his career.