Ep. 33 Launch Financial- The Importance of Credit and How To Begin Credit Repair with KC Cole
Release Date: 06/04/2021
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info_outlineJoin us on this week's episode of Launch Financial as we are joined by VP of Work Perks and Community Development At Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union, KC Cole. On this episode, KC provides the audience with invaluable advice on how to establish a strong credit score, even as a college student, and how to work towards repairing your credit, especially if you have faced some hardships along the way.
A little about KC, at Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union, she is responsible for creating, marketing and managing the credit unions Bank at Work and Financial Wellness Employee exclusive programs. She serves as chief liaison of community development for corporate sponsorships, community service programs and marketing projects. She has over 18 years of experience as a former licensed investment Advisor, Banker and VP Community Relations Manager in Montgomery County, MD, where she has partnered with a multitude of businesses and organizations. She is the recipient of several awards and recognition, which include the State of Maryland Larry Hogan Governor's Volunteer Services Award, the Montgomery County Community Action Award for Partnerships, and the City of Gaithersburg Mayor and City Council Partnership Award.
She is an active board member of the Coalition Advancement Financial Education of Montgomery County, MD (CAFÉ) and Holy Cross Hospital Health Foundation Member.
She is married with three athletic children who run track and play lacrosse, and in her spare time if any is left over, she spends it at the gym every morning at 6am!
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