Chris Felton

"I am fortunate to lead an exceptional team of passionate credit union visionaries laser focused on helping credit unions to be Wildly Successful. At Corporate Central we are redefining the role of a corporate credit union and how we leverage technology to build and deliver innovative solutions to credit unions. Through our family of CUSOs, we have assembled industry leading expertise in balance sheet optimization, employee benefit solutions and innovative business strategies to serve the credit union movement. A movement that continues to prosper and strengthen on the simple philosophy of 'People Helping People.' Through stewardship, collaboration, and exceptional member service we help credit unions serve their members and successfully grow.”

Chris became President/CEO in May 2016. He began his career at Corporate Central in 1990 as the first field representative; and spent his early years on the road building relationships with credit unions. After holding various leadership positions, Chris was promoted to Executive Vice President in 2012, overseeing areas such as planning, sales, strategic partnerships, operations, budgeting and forecasting, and market expansion. Chris has over 30 years of experience proudly serving the members of Corporate Central, endeavoring to improve the financial success of all members by creating member value and enduring partnerships.

As President/CEO, Chris is responsible for the culture, vision, and strategic direction of Corporate Central. Chris focuses his team on growing the organization, expanding member relationships, acquiring new members, developing innovative new services, and delivering an exceptional member experience. His strategic vision for Corporate Central is to collaborate on initiatives and innovation to help members to be wildly successful.

Chris's educational background includes a bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

For over 3 decades, Chris has been the lucky husband to his bride, Kristy, and an inspired father to three wonderful children - a son and two daughters.