Jeannine Folan

Jeannine Folan is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in counseling, education, and customer relations. Currently serving as a HUD Housing and Financial Counselor at Great Lakes Credit Union since November 2020, Jeannine provides comprehensive support to clients on various financial topics, including credit, debt, budgeting, and homeownership, while also creating educational content. Previous roles include teaching English as a Second Language at the Center of Workforce Innovations, where Jeannine successfully adapted to virtual teaching methods during the pandemic. Additionally, Jeannine worked as a Credit, Housing and Student Loan Counselor at Consumer Credit Counseling Service, developing financial literacy programs and guiding clients toward financial stability. Other notable positions include Coordinator of Customer Relations at Cornerstone Services, Inc. and Customer Service Supervisor at Sharp Electronics, demonstrating strong leadership and operational management skills. Jeannine holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Loyola University Chicago.