LMCU Hires Brendan Collins as Mortgage Loan Officer for Southwest Florida


Fort Myers, FL. (October 15, 2025) – Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU) is proud to share the hiring of Brendan Collins as a mortgage loan officer serving the credit union’s Southwest Florida region.
Collins brings nearly a decade of experience in business development and client relations to LMCU. In this new role, he will help hopeful homebuyers save time and money by pairing them with personalized lending solutions from LMCU’s portfolio of 12+ specialty mortgage programs.

LMCU Vice President of Regional Mortgage Production, Jayne Malinowski, believes Collins’ dedication to helping members achieve their homeownership dreams will make him the ideal mortgage partner for local buyers.

“Brendan is such a driven, hard worker,” Malinowski said. “He’s always going the extra mile for members, taking the time to listen and understand their situation, so he can find the right strategies to help them make their move with confidence.”

Collins likewise expressed the importance of care and kindness in the mortgage industry.
“I believe that getting a mortgage shouldn’t just feel like a transaction,” Collins said. “That’s why I take a personalized approach, simplifying the mortgage process and providing smart lending solutions with a human touch.”

About Lake Michigan Credit Union

Lake Michigan Credit Union, established in 1933, is the largest credit union in Michigan and 13th largest in the country. Employing a staff of over 1,650 and serving more than 625,000 members, LMCU's assets exceed $14 billion, with over $17 billion in portfolio and serviced mortgages. LMCU has 72 convenient branch locations, including 21 across the Tampa Bay area and Southwest Florida. LMCU members have access to over 55,000 Allpoint ATMs worldwide. LMCU provides a full range of financial services, from high interest-bearing checking accounts to personal loans, mortgages, business banking, investments, and insurance.

To find out more, visit LMCU.org. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Lender. NMLS #442967.

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