Consumers Credit Union Adds Investment Services Leader and Two Mortgage Loan Officers

Kalamazoo, Mich. — Consumers Credit Union has welcomed Jill VanWyk as Investment Services regional vice president, along with Chris Townes and Mike DeVries as mortgage loan officers. The three bring experience in private banking, real estate and home lending.

VanWyk will provide strategic leadership for Consumers Investment Services, with a focus on growing the program in line with the credit union’s long-term goals. She joins Consumers from a private bank, where she served as regional manager and senior vice president. She led a team of advisors and service professionals across three markets, and regional revenue grew 41 percent over two years under her client growth strategies and pipeline management. VanWyk holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from Grand Valley State University and a life and health insurance license. She is studying for her Certified Financial Planner certification and serves on the board of the Clark Foundation.

“I’m passionate about providing value to our members by equipping the team to offer proactive advice and guiding them through different phases of life,” said VanWyk.

Chris Townes joins the mortgage team as a mortgage loan officer, helping members and their families through each step of the home-buying process. Townes holds a mortgage license and brings a background in relationship building, time management and sales. Townes also attended culinary school, and says a plan-first approach carries over from the kitchen to the closing table.

“The best part of this job is seeing the difference our team makes in a member’s life,” said Townes.

Mike DeVries also joins as a mortgage loan officer and brings more than a decade of experience in mortgage lending and real estate. Having worked as both a mortgage lender and Relator across West Michigan, San Diego and Southwest Florida, DeVries offers a unique perspective on the homebuying process. His experience on both sides of real estate transactions allows him to anticipate challenges, navigate complexities and identify solutions that help members move forward with confidence.

“Every homebuyer has a different story, and no two financial situations are exactly alike,” said DeVries. “I enjoy finding solutions that make a meaningful difference for our members. There’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone turn the possibility of homeownership into a reality.”

DeVries holds real estate licenses in Michigan and Florida, is a member of the West Michigan Association of Relators and graduated cum laude from Hope College with a degree in Spanish.

Both mortgage loan officers will help members with prequalification, loan options and the path to homeownership.