Lily Li

Chief Credit Officer | Senior Finance Executive | M&A Strategy | Credit & Risk Leadership @ Nuvision Federal Credit Union

About

➜ CHIEF CREDIT OFFICER – NUVISION | SENIOR FINANCE EXECUTIVE | LENDING INDUSTRY THOUGHT LEADER Lily Li is a visionary Chief Credit Officer with over 35 years of financial expertise and operations leadership. At Nuvision, she drives strategic lending, manages high-stake mergers, and leads comprehensive risk management initiatives. She is deeply committed to advancing financial strategies that propel organizational growth and achieve member service excellence. Lily came to Nuvision with a history of contribution at prominent institutions, including Denali Federal Credit Union, KPMG, Bank of America, and First National Bank of Alaska. She joined Nuvision in 2018 when it merged with Denali Federal Credit Union, and her leadership has been pivotal in the credit union's expansion, including its asset growth from $700M to $2.3B+. 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗡𝘂𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻:: ➜ STRATEGIC M&As & MARKET EXPANSION: Navigated six major mergers that significantly enhanced Nuvision's market presence across five states—AK, AZ, CA, WA, and WY. Facilitated the integration of these entities, which solidified the company's positioning in competitive markets. ➜ LENDING LEADERSHIP & INNOVATION: Steered the operational strategy and leadership of the consumer, mortgage, and commercial business lending divisions. ➜ RISK MANAGEMENT & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE: Developed and implemented robust credit risk management frameworks that safeguard assets while ensuring full regulatory compliance. 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: ➜ Strategic Lending & Financial Management ➜ Mergers & Acquisitions ➜ Consumer/Commercial/Mortgage Lending ➜ Operational Leadership & Team Development ➜ Risk Assessment & Regulatory Compliance ➜ Cross-Functional Team Leadership ➜ High-Impact Negotiations & Stakeholder Engagement ➜ CPA Certified; Master's in Global Finance from Alaska Pacific University Lily is committed to fostering strong relationships, leading by example, and leveraging her extensive experience to drive the future of lending. She is a continuous learner known for her straightforward, authentic approach, which resonates with her commitment to transparency and accountability. She inspires her team as a leader and always stands firm in Nuvision's mission to enhance member experiences and community engagement. Connect on LinkedIn or ✉ lily.li[at]nuvision[dot]com

Country

United States

City

Anchorage

Industry

Banking

Skill

Strategic Planning, Credit Management, Team Management, Team Leadership, Senior Stakeholder Management, Risk Assessment, Risk Analysis, Revenue & Profit Growth, Retail Banking, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, Public Sector Accounting, Organizational Leadership, Operational Risk Management, Mortgage Lending, Loans, Internal Audits, Financial Risk Management, Financial Planning, External Audits

Experience

Chief Credit Officer | Senior Finance Executive | M&A Strategy | Credit & Risk Leadership

Nuvision Federal Credit Union

2018 - Present · 8 yrs

Anchorage, Alaska, United States

I provide strategic oversight and credit leadership for Nuvision in the consumer, commercial, indirect, and mortgage lending verticals. My team includes 95+ lending professionals, including four Vice Presidents and one Senior Vice President, across five key U.S. markets: Arizona, Wyoming, Alaska, California, and Washington State. 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀 ➜ Fortified financial foundation and broadened geographic footprint by leading key mergers with First Cheyenne, Denali, Shyann, Calvary Baptist, Greater WY, Paradise Valley, and Cooperative Center. ➜ Oversaw loan portfolio while meeting and exceeding the diverse needs of Nuvision's member base. ➜ Headed strategic credit and risk initiatives that increased asset base from $29M to over $660M and solidified company positioning in competitive markets. ➜ Launched advanced lending practices and operational processes to grow the portfolio's profitability, revitalize member services, and maximize stakeholder value across diverse lending landscapes. ➜ Developed and enforced cutting-edge credit risk management protocols to safeguard company assets against potential financial threats and upheld stringent regulatory standards. ➜ Reinforced the company's vision to deliver member-centric solutions after successive mergers; cultivated close-knit teams with a collaborative culture.