The Verve Blog

OSHKOSH, Wisconsin (November 10, 2026) – Verve, a Credit Union, has named Christina Kelly as the new Assistant Vice President of Mortgage Loan Origination. In this role, Kelly will lead Verve’s mortgage team with a focus on business growth, team development, and enhancing the member mortgage experience. She will report to the Chief Growth Officer.

“Christina’s servant-leadership approach focuses on helping borrowers navigate homeownership and supporting our mortgage team in their development,” said Mitch Kime, Chief Growth Officer at Verve. “Her dedication to our members will help them approach homeownership with confidence while building a foundation to thrive financially.”

Kelly brings more than 20 years of experience in mortgage lending and leadership, with a background in team development, process improvement, and business growth. She holds dual Bachelor of Science degrees in Business Management and Business Marketing from Florida State University, has a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification, and maintains an NMLS license. Born in Neenah but having lived in nine different states since, Kelly is now returning to her Fox Valley roots with Verve.

“A mortgage is the largest financial decision most families make, and as a credit union, Verve is built to guide members through the home ownership journey,” said Kelly. “I am excited to lead Verve’s mortgage team and help more families in our communities get home.”

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About Verve, a Credit Union 
Founded in 1937, Verve, a Credit Union, is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative with more than $1.6 billion in assets and serves close to 65,000 members at 20 locations. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works, or worships in 23 counties throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, and Minnesota. Membership is also open nationwide through ACC membership. Federally insured by NCUA. Visit www.verveacu.com for more information.