Careers in the credit union industry can take unexpected turns, as Kendall Boyle proves in this episode of Credit Union Conversations. From wedding-planning chaos to underwriting spreadsheets, Kendall’s career path is anything but ordinary. Host Mark Ritter chats with the MBFS portfolio analyst about surviving hospitality burnout, thriving in remote work, and finding calm through animal fostering. Kendall opens up about the emotional side of fostering kittens, the perks and pitfalls of working from home, and why Michigan summers on the lake make the long winters worth it. It’s a warm, funny, and honest conversation about building a career that actually fits your life, on your own terms.

IN THIS EPISODE:

  • 00:00 Mark welcomes Kendall Boyle, portfolio analyst at MBFS, who shares her origin story
  • 06:24 Kendall describes her career change into mortgage underwriting during the 2020 pandemic
  • 08:52 Kendall discusses the pros and cons of remote work and finding true work-life balance
  • 12:35 Kendall talks about fostering kittens and volunteering with the Capital Area Humane Society
  • 16:44 Mark and Kendall close out discussing Michigan summers, snow belt winters, and MBFS

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

  • Career changes can lead somewhere unexpected, as Kendall Boyle’s move from event planning to mortgage underwriting shows.
  • Remote work isn’t just convenient; it can boost productivity and support a healthier work-life balance.
  • Giving back through animal fostering, such as volunteering with a local humane society, brings meaning beyond the office.

RESOURCE LINKS:

Mark Ritter – LinkedIn
Kendall Boyle – LinkedIn

Mark Ritter is the CEO of MBFS and an expert in credit unions and business lending. His primary role at MBFS is overseeing the strategy of helping credit unions assist members with business needs and consulting with credit unions on planning the delivery of services to their membership.