PURDUE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION WELCOMES TWO COMMERCIAL LOAN OFFICERS IN NORTHWEST INDIANA

April 1, 2026

Purdue Federal Credit Union New Loan Officers

West Lafayette, Ind. – (March 30, 2026) Purdue Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the addition of two experienced commercial lending professionals to support business members in Northwest Indiana.

Karin DeVries joined Purdue Federal on February 23 as Senior Account Vice President, Member Business Loan Officer. DeVries brings 33 years of financial services experience, with a strong background in commercial and industrial (C&I) lending and medical financing. She also serves as a Board Member of The Caring Place.

Kathy Ireland joined Purdue Federal on March 16 as Senior Account Vice President, Member Business Loan Officer. Ireland brings 38 years of financial services experience, providing extensive expertise in commercial lending, working with both privately owned businesses and not-for-profit organizations. She is actively involved in the community, serving as Board Treasurer of Sojourner Truth House, member of Valparaiso Rotary, and a committee member for the Crisis Center and Valparaiso Family YMCA.

In their roles, DeVries and Ireland will work closely with local businesses to provide lending solutions and financial guidance that support growth and long-term success. Their addition strengthens Purdue Federal’s continued commitment to serving businesses and communities throughout Northwest Indiana. To learn more about Purdue Federal and its business lending services, visit purduefed.com.

 

About Purdue Federal Credit Union

Purdue Federal Credit Union (Purdue Federal) was founded on Purdue University’s West Lafayette campus in 1969. Purdue Federal’s membership base includes students, faculty and staff, and communities where Purdue University and its regional campuses operate. The credit union is a member-owned financial cooperative with more than 110,000 members nationwide and assets of approximately $2 billion.

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