About Us
Organized in 1938, GreenState has grown to be Iowa’s largest credit union and one of the top financial institutions in the United States for returning profits to members in the form of better rates and lower fees.
GreenState Credit Union serves over 370,000 members with 30 office locations. Membership is open to:
- Anyone living or working in Iowa, or bordering counties in Illinois, Wisconsin, Nebraska or South Dakota.
- Illinois counties: Jo Daviess, Carroll, Whiteside, Rock Island, Henry, Mercer, Knox, Henderson, Warren, Hancock, DuPage, Will county North of I-80
- Wisconsin counties: Crawford, Grant, Lafayette
- Nebraska counties: Dakota, Thurston, Burt, Washington, Douglas, Sarpy, Cass, Otoe
- South Dakota counties: Union, Lincoln, Minnehaha, Moody, Brookings
- University of Iowa students, staff, and alumni.
- Direct relatives of current GreenState Credit Union members.
We encourage you to explore our site and learn about all we have to offer, our most recent welcome guide is also a great resource. Better yet, stop in any office location or call us. We would enjoy the opportunity to show you why GreenState is your best choice for financial services.
Members & Community
GreenState exists to serve its members.
Our “members first” philosophy has led to a national rank by independent research firm Callahan & Associates for Return of Member (ROM). This measures how effectively a financial institution returns its profits back in the form of better rates on deposits and loans. For nearly a decade, GreenState’s ROM rank has consistently been in the top 1% up against more than 13,000 banks and credit unions nationwide.
GreenState exists to serve the community.
We volunteer time and donate funds to support the local organizations and charities that help our communities thrive. We provide financial education for area schools and businesses to help residents grow and make smart money decisions.
We’re committed to strengthening our communities and improving the lives of our members.
Our Vision, Mission, and Values
Our Vision
We create lasting value for those we serve.
Our Mission
As the nation’s greatest financial institution we…
- Make a profound impact in the lives of our members.
- Empower our employees to create endless opportunities and shape our future.
- Enhance the vitality of our communities by donating our time, talents, and financial support.
Our Values
- We Go Above and Beyond — We’re not average and neither is our service, which sometimes means unconventional or beyond what's expected.
- We’re Truthful and Accountable — We treat others with uncompromising candor and respect. We’re responsible for our work and that of our teammates, and keep our promises with integrity.
- We’re Adventurous, Creative, and Open‐Minded — We take risks and challenge each other with innovative ideas.
- We Embrace Continuous Improvement and Efficiency — We involve affected parties in making quick decisions, and return more to our stakeholders through efficiency and growth.
- We Create Fun — We’re proud to be authentic, unconventional, and celebrate our differences! We collectively create an engaged environment full of meaningful relationships.
- We Build Positive Team Spirit — Our diverse teams are our families. We are inclusive, putting the interest of others before our own, and proactively give credit where it’s due.
- We Grow Through Learning — We expect growth, and help employees unlock their potential while taking risks and learning from occasional mistakes.
- We’re Bold Yet Humble — We take nothing for granted, and are never satisfied with the status quo.
GreenState Credit Union Governance
GreenState Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative. As so, our Board of Directors serves the membership in a volunteer capacity. This section provides you with information on GreenState Governance and introduces you to each of our Board Members.
Fred Mims, Chair
Fred Mims is a former Associate Director of Athletics with the University of Iowa Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Before his retirement he also served as the Interim Director of the University of Iowa's Center for Diversity and Enrichment. Fred was first elected to the UICCU board in 2001 and currently serves as the board's chair. He has been involved in numerous civic activities including the boards of Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County, MECCA, Hawkeye Area Council of Boy Scouts of America, the Iowa City Chamber of Commerce, the Community Corrections Improvement Association and the Iowa City Human Rights Committee. Fred is a current judicial appointee to the Iowa Sixth Judicial District Department of Correctional Services. On the national scene he has served on the boards of the National Association of Athletic Academic Advisors, the Big Ten Conference Sports Management Committee and the NCAA Division 1A Certification Committee. Fred has received numerous recognitions for his service including being the recipient of the University of Iowa's Distinguished Catalyst Award, recipient of the NCAA Division 1A Athletic Directors Association's Dr. Gene Hooks Award and recognized by the African American Museum of Iowa. Fred and his wife Susan have four children.
Laurel Day, Secretary
Laurel Day is the Executive Administrator to the Superintendent and Board Secretary for the Cedar Rapids Community School District Board of Education. She has served in that capacity for the past 22 years and thoroughly enjoys the rewards that come as an administrator and public school advocate. She is a former Human Resource Generalist for the United States Department of Justice/U.S. Trustees and Associate Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid at Coe College. Laurel has served on the boards of United Way of East Central Iowa, the Rotary West Club of Cedar Rapids, the UICCU Linn County Advisory Board, and is a proud alum of the Leadership for Five Seasons. Laurel was elected to the UICCU board in 2011 and currently serves on the GreenState Credit Union Executive Committee as Secretary. She also serves on the Cedar Rapids School District Foundation Board of Directors and the Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival Board of Directors. Laurel’s family include her husband, Tom, also a CRCSD school administrator, and their adult twin daughters. Together their family enjoys the arts, travel, gardening, and supporting local music and school activities.
Drew Denning, Chief Financial Officer
Drew Denning recently returned to Ankeny, Iowa, after 4+ years with Well Fargo Advisors in Saint Louis as a Senior Vice President - Retirement Strategist. Prior to this, he spent 26+ years at the Principal in Des Moines as Vice President - Retiree Services Group. Both positions were focused on providing advice and education to individuals and their financial advisors on how to best prepare for and live in retirement. He obtained both his undergraduate degrees in Management and Finance as well as an MBA from Drake University. He spent 16 years as a Board member for Premier Credit Union (formally, Principal Financial Group Employee’s Credit Union) having served in the roles of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and President. He was an active member in the greater Saint Louis Habitat for Humanity program and after 16 years, is still active with the Knights-of-Columbus organization focusing on programs benefiting individuals and the community. Drew’s family includes his wife Jane (CPA) and their two children, Matt (attorney) and Maggie (financial services), who live in the Des Moines area while Jane and Drew reside in Ankeny going on 30 years.
MJ Dolan, Governance Committee Chair
MJ Dolan serves as the Executive Director of the Iowa Association of Community College Trustees, which advocates and provides leadership education for Iowa’s 15 Community Colleges. In the past, Dolan has held a wide range of leadership roles for prominent Iowa companies such as Risk Manager for Mercy Medical Center and Corporate Trust Officer for Wells Fargo. Dolan served in the office of Governor Terry Branstad before moving to Iowa Association of School Boards where, over a period of twenty years, she served the school board in various capacities for Iowa’s Schools and Community Colleges. Dolan is a licensed attorney who holds a Bachelor of Business in Finance and as well as a Juris Doctorate with honors from the University of Iowa. Dolan has three children and in her free time enjoys visiting them as well as engaging in philanthropic work. She has served on a wide variety of boards for various community interests.
Lynsey Engels, Director
Lynsey Engels is president of Mel Foster Co.’s real estate brokerage division. Prior to advancing into this role in 2013, she was a Realtor® for 12 years. As president, she spearheaded the modernization of several of the company’s offices into boutique style spaces that integrate technology and utilize flexible workspaces for agents who work remotely. Lynsey is currently serving on the board of directors for the John Deere Classic, Trinity Foundation, GreenState Credit Union, and is involved with the Grant Wood Elementary School PTA. She coaches in the Bettendorf Soccer Association, is a sustaining member of Junior League of the Quad Cities, and a member of Brainstormers, a real estate industry group. As co-chair of Color the Quad Cities 5K run from 2013 to 2016, she helped raise over $250,000 for charities that serve children and families in the Quad Cities. She has been instrumental in raising funds for the Robert Young Center Children and Adolescent Services to help make a difference for children and families struggling with depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. From 2005 to 2009, Lynsey was a Make-A-Wish gala committee member and wish grantor. She volunteered for Junior Achievement from 2005 to 2009. In 2007, Lynsey was recognized as a Quad City Area Leader under 40. Lynsey and her husband, Marc, have three daughters and live in Davenport, Iowa.
Marc Moen, Director
Marc Moen is a real estate developer with Moen Group concentrating on new and historic mixed-use projects in downtown Iowa City. Marc was born and raised in Sioux City, Iowa, obtained a BS in Sociology from Iowa State University in 1976 and a JD from University of Iowa College of Law in 1979. He practiced trial law in Iowa City from 1979 to 2003. He has invested in real estate since 1980 and became involved in new developments in downtown Iowa City in 1999 when a historic building owned by his group burned to the ground. Marc has served on the board of the Downtown Association (DTA) and the Iowa City Downtown District (ICDD). Marc lives in downtown Iowa City.
Loras Neuroth, Audit / Risk Management Committee Chair
Loras Neuroth is a retired property-casualty insurance owner and CEO of Independent Insurance Services of Iowa, out of Marshalltown, Iowa. Loras has served community through varied board memberships and leadership positions, including: Marshalltown Area Chamber of Commerce, Marshalltown Area United Way, Marshall Economic Development Impact Committee, Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center, State of Iowa Historical Museum Foundation, Marshalltown YM/YWCA, Martha Ellen Tye Foundation, Salvation Army, Rotary, Quakerdale and Pinnacle Bank and Trust. He is currently a resident of Coralville and president of Grantview Estates Part Three Homeowners Association. He and his wife, Karen, are members of the Founders Club in support of the Newman Catholic Student Center at the University of Iowa. Loras enjoys biking the excellent local trails in the local communities, and is an easy mark at Finkbine and Brown Deer golf courses. He and his wife are blessed with two daughters and three grandchildren, and enjoy traveling and spending time with family in Chicago, Florida and Austin, Texas.
Tiffany O'Donnell, Director
Tiffany joined Iowa Women Lead Change in 2015 as its first Chief Operating Officer. In 2017, she became the Chief Executive Officer. The organization is focused on workforce development through a gender lens, dedicated to advancing women leaders at all levels. Now called Women Lead Change, Tiffany has led the organization through tremendous growth, tripling its revenue and expanding its scope and reach well beyond Iowa’s borders onto a global scale. Tiffany is currently the co-chair of the statewide public/private EPIC Corporate Challenge. More than 400 individuals and Iowa companies have signed on to take the Challenge which asks Iowa companies to measure their progress in advancing women leaders. Tiffany is currently the mayor of Cedar Rapids. Prior to her time at Women Lead Change, Tiffany was an Emmy-award winning news reporter/anchor at WHO-TV and CBS2/Fox 28. Tiffany has been a dedicated Cedar Rapids volunteer for the past 20 years serving in leadership for non-profits including Kids First Law Center, Revival Theatre Company and the Alzheimer’s Association. She was also Vice Chair of the founding board and member of the capital campaign for the NewBo City Market. She’s been a part of the recent Waypoint renovation, ConnectCR trail project, HallMar Village by Mercy Medical Center and the recent capital campaign at First Lutheran Church. In her spare time, Tiffany enjoys flying, having received her private pilot’s certificate in December. She and her husband, Michael, have been married 29 years and have two daughters, Devon and Lucci.
Andre Perry, Director
Andre Perry serves as the Executive Director of The Englert Theatre, a 106-year old performing arts space in the heart of downtown Iowa City. He is also the co-founder and producer of the Mission Creek Festival (est. 2006), a week-long exploration of performance, literature, and community events that inhabit established venues as well as non-traditional performance spaces in Iowa City. Perry also collaborated with local partners to create Witching Hour (est. 2015), a two-day fall festival that explores the unknown, discusses the creative process, and presents new work across a variety of disciplines. Perry received his MFA from the Nonfiction Writing Program at the University of Iowa. He is also currently serving on University of Iowa’s Graduate College Advisory Board.
Mark Rolinger, Credit Committee Chair
Mark Rolinger graduated from Cedar Falls High School in 1984, and graduated from Wartburg College, where he played Varsity Men’s Basketball, with a B.A. in Accounting in 1988. He earned his law degree from the University Of Iowa College Of Law in 1991. Mark joined the law firm of Redfern, Mason, Larsen and Moore, P.L.C., in 1991 and has been a partner in the firm since 1994. He is married to Lisa Rolinger and has three daughters – Abby, Allison, and Clare. Mark is a member of the Black Hawk County Bar Association, the Iowa State Bar Association (member of Business Law, Probate and Trust Law, Real Estate and Title Law Sections), and the American Bar Association. His law practice areas include corporate law, business transactions, estate planning, trust and estate administration, and real estate. Mark is currently the Treasurer of the Black Hawk County Bar Association and serves on the Professional Advisors Committee of the Northeast Iowa Community Foundation. He previously served as President of the Northeast Iowa Community Foundation has also served Iowa Heartland Habitat for Humanity as board member and past President, Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, Wartburg College, and the University of Northern Iowa.
Dave Wright, Vice Chairperson
Dave Wright was born and raised in Iowa and began his automotive career after serving in Desert Shield through ROTC at the University of Northern Iowa. In 2004, Wright and his family moved to Cedar Rapids and purchased what is now Dave Wright Nissan Subaru. He has served on numerous non-profit boards as well as private sector Board of Directors and city, county and state advisory boards. He continues to serve his community through several charities, most recently KCRG’s Show You Care. Other recent notable awards include, Best Dealership to Work For – six years in a row, Innovative Dealer of the Year, Man of the Year, Outstanding Volunteer of the Year and Outstanding Business Partner of the Year. Dave’s family include his wife Patty, a former school teacher, and their three children.
Recent Financial Statements
Annual Reports
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