Rogue Credit Union Appoints Marcus Wertz as Chief Lending Officer

Medford, OR — Rogue Credit Union recently announced the appointment of Marcus Wertz as its new Chief Lending Officer (CLO), a key executive role focused on the credit union’s lending strategy.

Wertz has more than two decades of experience in the credit union industry, with deep expertise in lending, operations and strategic leadership. Most recently, he served in senior executive roles at Greater Nevada Credit Union, where he led consumer, real estate and commercial lending initiatives, implemented major system enhancements and strengthened risk and credit practices.

In his role as Chief Lending Officer, Wertz will provide strategic leadership for Rogue’s consumer, mortgage and commercial lending teams. He will oversee loan origination, underwriting, servicing and portfolio management, helping ensure that Rogue’s lending programs remain competitive, responsible and aligned with members’ evolving needs.

“As we continue to grow, strong lending leadership is critical to partnering with our members on their journey to financial well-being,” said Matt Stephenson, President/CEO at Rogue Credit Union. “Marcus brings a wealth of experience and a thoughtful, collaborative approach to leadership. We’re incredibly excited to welcome him to the team and look forward to serving our members together.”

Wertz holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management from Corban University. He is also a graduate of Western CUNA Management School, and he holds a CUNA Business School Certification. In his new role, Wertz will help the credit union expand access to lending solutions that help members buy homes, finance vehicles, grow businesses and reach important milestones.

“I’m honored to join Rogue Credit Union as Chief Lending Officer,” said Wertz. “Rogue has a strong reputation for putting members first and investing in the communities it serves. I’m excited to partner with the talented team here to continue serving our members.”

Wertz’s appointment reflects Rogue’s ongoing commitment to responsible, relationship-based lending and member service. For more information about Rogue Credit Union and its commitment to partnering with individuals and communities on their journey to financial well-being, visit roguecu.org.

Rogue Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative with an asset base of nearly $3.8 billion and a loan portfolio of over $2.2 billion. At Rogue, membership is about more than an auto loan or a checking account. It’s about offering a higher level of service to over 216,000 members. Rogue is committed to helping its members along the way and making local communities better for everyone. Membership with Rogue is open to anyone who lives, works, worships or attends school in select Oregon, Idaho and California counties. Stop by any branch or visit roguecu.org to become a part of something bigger.