Tom Kane joined the Illinois Credit Union League and business subsidiary Envisant in 2003 and became President/CEO in 2015. He previously held management positions with Aon Corporation, Quaker Oats, Focal Communications, and the Central Intelligence Agency. Tom also serves as the President of Services Credit Union and is a director on the boards of CUNA, America’s Credit Union Museum, Cambio Financial, and League InfoSight. He earned an MA in Government from the University of Notre Dame and a BA from Loras College in Dubuque, Iowa.

Prior to joining ICUL in 2004, Patrick worked for the Illinois Department of Financial Institutions for 17 years. Patrick oversees state and federal regulatory affairs and provides critical advocacy and consulting services to our member credit unions. He works closely with the IDFPR, NCUA, and ASI and is a member of CUNA's Examination and Supervision Subcommittee along with serving on AACUL's Regulatory Advocacy and Compliance Advisory Committee.

As Senior Vice President of Member Resources for the ICUL, Joni Senkpeil is involved in member service, education and compliance impacting Illinois credit unions. Prior to joining the League in 2006, Joni served as President of the Midwest Association of Credit Unions for four years. She graduated summa cum laude from Benedictine University with a BA in Organizational Leadership and holds the Credit Union Development Educator, Credit Union Compliance Expert and Bank Secrecy Act Compliance Specialist designations. In addition, Joni is the 2014 recipient of CUNA’s CU Hero award.

Keith Sias is Senior Vice President of Governmental Affairs at the Illinois Credit Union League and oversees ICUL’s Federal and State Legislative Advocacy programs. Keith also directs the activities of the Credit Union Political Action Council (CUPAC), is the liaison for ICUL’s Legislative Committee and serves on CUNA’s State Issues Advocacy Committee. Keith holds a Bachelors of Arts Degree in Political Science from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, and a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from at the University of Illinois at Springfield.

Ashley Niebur Sharp joined ICUL in 2013 and currently serves as Legislative Counsel and Senior Vice President of State Advocacy. Ashley’s primary responsibilities center around improving the operating environment for credit unions in Illinois through legislative advocacy. Ashley fosters positive relationships with members of the Illinois General Assembly, the Governor’s Office and statewide officials in order to educate them on the role of credit unions in Illinois. Ashley earned her Political Science degree from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and received her juris doctorate degree from SIU School of Law.

Melanie Murphy is Executive Director of the Illinois Credit Union Foundation. In keeping with the “People Helping People” philosophy of credit unions, she is responsible for bringing the Foundation’s programs to life. From financial health to small credit union assistance to diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, the Foundation’s activities cover a wide range of topics which express the heart and soul of the movement. Melanie earned a Bachelor of Science in Journalism from the University of Illinois and a Master’s Degree in Organizational Development from Benedictine University. She is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) and Credit Union Development Educator (CUDE).

Staci has served the Illinois Credit Union System (ICUS) and its members since 2010. As the Director of Culture and Engagement, Staci specializes in the development and leadership of external engagement initiatives, like #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day and #CUKind Day, that reach across the credit union movement. Additionally, Staci’s role includes an internal system focus serving as the ICUS ambassador of organizational values and support for employees by way of onboarding, talent development, company culture, and staff engagement.

Kevin joined ICUS in 2015 as a Regional Director. He served as the CEO of Missouri Valley Federal Credit Union in St. Peters, Missouri and then worked with the Missouri Credit Union Association. During his 20+ years in the credit union movement, he facilitated over 500 strategic planning and training sessions for credit unions of all sizes. Kevin received his bachelor’s degree in business administration from SIU - Edwardsville. He obtained his CUDE and BSA certifications. Kevin has a passion for credit unions and collaborating on ways to help them grow and succeed.

Shannon Basile joined ICUL in 2017 and currently serves as the Director of Compliance. Shannon assists ICUL member credit unions with compliance guidance, credit union staff training, credit union audit services, and compliance related presentations at chapter meetings. Shannon earned both her Associates of Arts in Business Administration and Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Benedictine University. She has also earned Credit Union Compliance Expert (CUCE), Bank Secrecy Act Compliance Specialist (BSACS), Certified CU Financial Counselor (CCUFC), and CUNA Credit Union Facilitator (CCUF) designations from CUNA.

Abby Walsh joined ICUL in March 2024 and administers CUPAC, raising and disbursing funds to candidates and legislators sympathetic to the credit union movement. Prior to ICUL, Abby was the Director of Fundraising for The Newberg Group. She also has prior experience as an Illinois lobbyist and has worked in the Illinois Executive Branch and the Illinois State Legislature. Abby is an alumna of Illinois State University and participated in Leadership Illinois. She currently resides in Springfield, Illinois.

Elizabeth joined ICUL in 2024 and serves the league in compliance, advocacy, and in-house counsel functions. Prior to joining ICUL, she served the credit union movement in both compliance and advocacy roles at America's Credit Unions, CUNA, and NAFCU. Elizabeth became passionate about credit unions while working as a litigation attorney in Maine for credit unions and other financial services clients. She has also practiced in Kansas and Missouri. Elizabeth is an alumni of the University of Central Florida and Stetson University College of Law.

Sandy spent 11 years at 1st MidAmerica Credit Union where she gained valuable experience as a Teller, Community Relations Representative, Training and Development Manager, and Project Manager. She volunteered many years on the Burnett Chapter Board, served on ICUL's YPA committee, and represented IL as the GAC Crasher. On the weekends, she enjoys Jeeping around and flying across the country traveling with her family.

Melissa Vidito joined ICUL in 2018 as a Marketing Coordinator. With a background in education, digital marketing, and content creation she currently oversees and coordinates the development of marketing and communications for all ICUS organizational events, products, and services with a special focus on data driven cohesive campaigns. Melissa serves as Chairperson of the ICUL Commit to Change Committee and on AACUL’s Communications & Grassroots Work Group.