The new assistant vice president of compliance at St. Mary’s Credit Union in Marlborough was not that far off the mark in her early ambitions for a career in the accounting or the legal world. Brenda S. Pomerleau’s new position is a hybrid of both. The Pelham, N.H., resident has had a role in banks’ security and compliance for the past 13 years, having previously held positions at banks and credit unions in Lowell and Methuen. In this Q&A, she says she has a full regulatory agenda ahead.
Vital Stats
Residence: Pelham, NH
Family: Husband Kent and sons Corey and Brad
Education: Attended Middlesex Community College and Boston University Corporate Education Center
Previous job: Vice president of branch administration, BSA officer at NESC Federal Credit Union in Methuen.
Start date at new job: Nov. 1, 2010
Q: How are you settling in at your new office?
A: I am settling in just fine. The employees of SMCU are so friendly and easy to work with; they make settling in that much easier.
Q: What challenges do you see in your new position?
A: I would say prioritization will be a challenge considering there is quite a bit to accomplish in terms of regulatory compliance this year.
Q: How close is this to what you imagined in high school you’d end up doing?
A: There is some correlation, as I was considering a career in accounting or paralegal studies.
Q: How far is your commute to the office?
A: My commute is about an hour.
Q: What’s the best way to keep your energy and motivation up when you’re having a long day?
A: Get away from my desk for a quick walk; maybe a Starbucks coffee.
Q: Do you have any hobbies outside of work?
A: Yes, I like to read, travel, see movies and spend time with friends and family.
Q: What’s on your to-do list for the next couple of days?
A: Keeping track of the many family and household appointments and commitments.
