Rick E. Walke

Rick E. Walke, MBA CPA CIA QIAL CRMA has extensive work experience in the field of internal audit and risk management. Rick E. held the position of Vice President, Internal Audit and Risk Management at FORUM Credit Union from 2012 to present. In this role, they developed and implemented an internal audit function that adhered to the Institute of Internal Audit standards. Rick E. also facilitated strategic risk assessments with executive management and led various functions including internal audit, regulatory compliance, mortgage quality control, and information security governance.

Prior to that, Walke worked as Vice President, Internal Audit and Compliance at FORUM Credit Union from 2012 to 2020. In this role, they developed and implemented an internal audit function that complied with the Institute of Internal Audit standards. Rick E. also facilitated strategic risk assessments with executive management and led functions related to internal audit, regulatory compliance, and mortgage quality control.

Before joining FORUM Credit Union, Walke served as Senior Vice President, Director of Internal Audit and Compliance at SCB Bank/Blue River Bancshares, Inc. from 2002 to 2012. During their tenure, they provided recommendations on internal control enhancements that resulted in the lifting of a regulatory "Troubled Institution" status for the company. Rick E. also directed the development of the company's Sarbanes-Oxley Internal Control Assessment and managed banking operations.

From 1995 to 2002, Walke worked as the Director of Internal Audit at BMO Harris Bank. Rick E. was responsible for preparing and implementing the Annual Strategic Audit Plan, identifying business risks, and coordinating compliance efforts.

Walke's career in internal audit began at First Indiana Bank, where they worked as a Senior Auditor from 1991 to 1995. In this role, they assisted in training and coaching staff auditors, conducted various audits, and provided management and performance coaching for the internal auditing staff.

Overall, Rick E. Walke has demonstrated expertise in internal audit, risk management, regulatory compliance, and banking operations throughout their career.

Rick E. Walke earned an MBA degree in Strategy and Operations from Indiana University - Kelley School of Business, from 1996 to 1998. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Marian University Indianapolis (formerly Marian College) between 1982 and 1986. In addition to their degrees, Rick E. Walke holds multiple certifications, including Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA). Rick E. is also a Qualified Internal Audit Leader, as recognized by The Institute of Internal Auditors Inc.