Fred Campobasso to Moderate Lending Risk & Growth Discussion at CUGI 2025

Fred Campobasso, Chief Lending Officer at Great Lakes Credit Union, moderates a CU Growth & Innovation Summit session on loan growth and risk mitigation.

The CU Growth & Innovation Summit (CUGI) is pleased to announce that Fred Campobasso, Chief Lending Officer at Great Lakes Credit Union, will be a Peer-to-Peer Discussion Moderator at this year’s event. With over two decades of experience in credit union lending, Fred brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this critical discussion on scaling loan growth while mitigating risk.

About Fred Campobasso
As Chief Lending Officer at Great Lakes Credit Union, Fred Campobasso oversees commercial, consumer, and mortgage lending, along with collections. His leadership extends beyond his professional role, as he actively volunteers in the credit union community, serving on the Board of Member Student Lending and the Advisory Board of TruTreasury. Fred is deeply committed to financial empowerment, supporting initiatives such as food drives, financial literacy programs, and fair lending practices for underserved communities. A firm believer in responsible lending as a path to generational wealth, Fred holds a BA in Sociology from Eastern Illinois University and a Master’s Certificate in Strategy and Execution from the Lake Forest Graduate School of Management.

About the Session
Fred Campobasso will moderate the Scaling Loan Growth While Mitigating Risk peer-to-peer discussion. Expanding loan portfolios is essential for credit union growth, but maintaining strong risk controls and compliance is just as critical. In this session, industry leaders will explore data-driven underwriting strategies, risk management best practices, and optimizing loan performance in a competitive market. Attendees will gain actionable insights from high-performing credit unions that have successfully navigated these challenges.

Join Us at CUGI 2025
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from Fred Campobasso and other industry experts at the CU Growth & Innovation Summit on April 1-2, 2025, in Oak Brook, IL. Gain valuable insights, network with top credit union leaders, and drive innovation in your lending strategy.

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