Meet Melanie Hayden, the Treasury Management Specialist at Centris Federal Credit Union (centrisfcu.org).

Tell us a little about your business – I am the Treasury Management Specialist at Centris Federal Credit Union, hired to build and develop the Treasury Management Department from the ground up. I work closely with our Business Banking lenders to strengthen client relationships and manage all business and commercial deposits. My role ensures businesses receive tailored financial solutions to support their growth.

How did you get started in the business? – My banking career began 16 years ago in a call center and evolved through roles in consumer lending, mortgage lending, and commercial lending before leading me to Treasury Management. Recognizing my passion for building relationships and helping people achieve financial goals, I transitioned from a Commercial Loan Assistant after eight years. Treasury Management has been one of the most fulfilling roles of my career, allowing me to collaborate with loan officers and business members to obtain financial success.

What has been your most important achievement professionally? – Developing three new business checking accounts for Centris, designed to be both community-friendly and competitive, has been a major professional achievement. These accounts launch on April 15th, and I’m especially excited about the Centris Good Works Checking Account, an option for community-based and nonprofit organizations. This initiative aligns with my passion for community engagement and strengthens Centris’ role as a leader in financial services.

Tell us a little about your family. – I have been married for 16 years and we have three children: two teenage boys and a younger daughter. Our family also includes a yellow lab and two black cats. We have called Valley, NE, home for the past 14 years and are deeply invested in our community.

What is your favorite thing to do on a day off? – I love spending my days off being creative in the kitchen, experimenting with new recipes, and making wholesome meals from scratch. Cooking is more than a hobby—it’s a way to connect with my husband and kids, share meaningful conversations, and support one another.

What is your favorite quote or the best piece of advice you’ve ever received? – “Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.” – Maya Angelou. This quote has always resonated with me as a reminder that growth is a continuous journey. One of the best pieces of advice I’ve ever received was from a mentor who told me, “Melanie, no one will ever fight for you like you can for yourself.” Over the years, these words have encouraged me to keep learning, improving, and standing up for myself and others in both my personal and professional life.

If you could choose only one descriptive word to be remembered as, what would it be? – I would hope to be remembered as resilient. Life and career challenges have taught me the importance of perseverance, adaptability, and staying focused on what truly matters. No matter the obstacles, I strive to grow, support others, and make a meaningful impact wherever I can.

If our readers would like to contact you, how should they do so? – I can be reached via email at MHayden@CentrisFCU.org or by phone at 402-758-6073.