meet the team

Kirk Schwarz

Senior Business Development Officer (Battle Creek Market)
Phone: 269.441.1523
E-mail kschwarz@kelloggccu.org
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about Kirk

Kirk received his MBA from Lake Superior State University and has been in the banking industry for over 20 years, where he gained experience in commercial loans, investments, financial counseling, and commercial banking.

At KCCU, he works exclusively in business banking specializing in lending to small and mid-sized businesses throughout the area. He loves his job and states, “Assisting business owners by providing our services here at KCCU is a great source of enjoyment for me personally. Their success is our success.”

Kirk is a member of the Marshall Rotary (past president) and the Marshall United Way. Besides being an avid fisherman, he enjoys many outdoor activities and the awesome nature that Michigan provides.

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Elle Dababneh

Business Development Officer (Grand Rapids Market)
Phone: 269.832-8243
E-mail edababneh@kelloggccu.org
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about Elle

Elle has been in the financial services industry for the past seven years. She has experience on the retail side of banking as a branch manager, as well as experience in retirement services. As the Business Development Officer at KCCU, she guides local business owners of the greater Grand Rapids area through the commercial lending process, helping them achieve their goals and dreams.

“I enjoy helping small businesses strive for better outcomes, and helping them grow and create new job opportunities for the people of our community.” says Elle. “I also love that I get to build relationships with our members and serve as their trusted financial partner.”

Elle attended Western Michigan University for International business. She gives back to the community through her volunteer work with Junior Achievement and Kids Food Basket and often participates in neighborhood clean-ups.

Elle enjoys traveling overseas to spend time with her family in Jordan. She takes interest in learning about new cultures, and trying new foods from around the world.

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