Bankers’ Bank Welcomes Faizul Huq to the Team

Bankers’ Bank, a leading correspondent bank for community banks located in Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio, is excited to announce the appointment of Faizul Huq to its leadership team.

Faizul joins Bankers’ Bank as the Senior Vice President, Mortgage. He has over 25 years of leadership experience in mortgage lending and retail banking. He brings a wealth of knowledge and strategic insight to his new role. Notably, he held leadership positions at major financial institutions including the University of Wisconsin Credit Union and BMO Harris Bank. Faizul is known for driving lending growth, building high-performing teams, and implementing innovative, data-driven processes.

Throughout his career, Faizul has partnered closely with cross-functional teams—including Credit Risk, Secondary Marketing, Operations, Pricing & Trading, and Technology. His collaboration delivered impactful product initiatives across all lending channels. His strength in aligning stakeholders from sales to executive management has been instrumental. Furthermore, this alignment drives both strategic vision and operational excellence.

In addition to his deep expertise in the U.S. market, Faizul offers valuable cross-border banking experience. He has worked across both U.S. and Canadian financial systems. This unique perspective strengthens his ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and drive integrated solutions for our clients.

Outside of work, Faizul enjoys traveling and exploring nature—always in search of a new trail or scenic destination. Fun fact: He is on a mission to visit every U.S. national park!

“We are thrilled to welcome Faizul to Bankers Bank. His deep expertise in lending and operations, paired with his collaborative leadership style, make him a tremendous asset as we continue to expand and innovate,” said Jeff Niesen, EVP, Community Banking.

Faizul’s appointment underscores Bankers’ Bank’s overall commitment to building a forward-thinking leadership team. This team is focused on innovation, growth, and delivering exceptional value to its clients and partners.