Chris Vela

Chris Vela has a diverse work experience spanning over 25 years in various roles and industries. Chris is currently an Outside Sales Specialist at Consumers Credit Union since April 2021. Prior to this, Chris worked as a Financial Relationship Banker at Huntington National Bank from March 2020 to February 2021. Chris also served as a Fleet Account Manager at Donlen from June 2018 to January 2020 and as a Client Consultant at LeasePlan from July 2015 to June 2018. Chris started their career as a Sales Representative at Schaumburg Chrysler Plymouth in October 1995 and has since held positions such as Finance Manager at Saturn of Dundee from August 1996 to January 1999, Inside Sales at GE Capital from February 1999 to January 2001, and Assistant Branch Manager at First American Bank from July 2002 to March 2010. Chris also worked as a Credit Manager at Onyx Acceptance Corporation from September 2001 to January 2002 and as an Account Manager at Arlington Industries from May 2010 to June 2015. Overall, their work experience showcases their extensive knowledge in sales, finance, and customer service.

Chris Vela completed an Associate's degree in Accounting/Marketing from Elgin Community College from 1992 to 1995. Prior to that, they obtained a high school diploma in Accounting from Streamwood High School from 1988 to 1992. Additionally, they received a certification in "Up and Running with Word 2010" from lynda.com in October 2015.