NOTRE DAME, Ind. – February 25, 2025  – Notre Dame Federal Credit Union (Notre Dame FCU) promoted Jill Baker-Begeman to Director of Consumer Loan Underwriting and Lesley Woodruff to Director of Electronic Services.

Baker-Begeman will lead the Consumer/Retail Underwriting Team, managing loan processing, credit decisions, and policy adherence. With extensive experience in consumer lending, she specializes in streamlining processes, mentoring staff, and strengthening risk management. In her new role, Begeman will collaborate with loan officers to support lending decisions, ensure compliance, and enhance the credit union’s consumer lending portfolio.

“Jill’s leadership and expertise in underwriting will enhance our ability to provide sound financial solutions,” said Suzanne Kost, Chief Credit Officer at Notre Dame FCU. “Her focus on efficiency and member-driven lending aligns with our mission of putting people over profit.”

Woodruff now oversees electronic processing operations, including wire transfers, ACH transactions, remote deposit capture, and fraud mitigation for debit and credit card activity. A Notre Dame FCU partner since 2006, Woodruff has held leadership roles across multiple departments, including marketing, virtual banking, and electronic services. She is an active member of a regional Loss Prevention group, collaborating with industry professionals to share fraud prevention strategies.

“Lesley’s leadership and expertise in electronic services will strengthen our ability to provide secure, efficient, and innovative financial solutions,” said Crystal Waggoner, Chief Operations Officer at Notre Dame FCU. “Her dedication to process improvement and fraud prevention aligns with our commitment to safeguarding Member/Owners.”

About Notre Dame FCU
Notre Dame Federal Credit Union (Notre Dame FCU) is a not-for-profit financial cooperative. With assets exceeding $1 billion and more than 65,000 Members worldwide, Notre Dame FCU’s dedicated partners (employees), coupled with a wide array of financial services, provide Members a personalized experience through the credit union’s twelve convenient branch locations, its virtual branch (Shamrock Center), and through its robust online banking platform and mobile apps. Founded in 1941, Notre Dame FCU has grown from its origins in the Administration Building at the University of Notre Dame, and today serves over 900 affiliated groups. Notre Dame FCU is independent of the University. Visit us at www.NotreDameFCU.com. Insured by NCUA.