“The ultimate worth of a person is in service to others” – Honoring Fawn Braud.
This sentiment, engraved on our Distinguished Service Award recognition plaque, reflects the character of Fawn Braud, who contributed greatly to Arbor Financial Credit Union during her 24-year career.
Fawn was born and raised in South Vietnam, and in 1975, her family came to the U.S. seeking freedom and opportunity. Fawn earned her Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Davenport University and brought a decade of experience from PNC.
Before her retirement on December 19, 2022, Fawn held several roles, progressing from Payment Systems Coordinator to Payment Systems Manager, to Payment Systems Senior Manager, and later to Finance Manager. Her expertise in accounting was complemented by her Accredited ACH Professional (AAP) certification, which demonstrates a mastery of electronic payment systems.
One of Fawn’s proudest accomplishments was building and leading a successful Originating Depository Financial Institution (ODFI) platform, a system that reliably served our members for more than a decade. Fawn also played a key role in major projects such as system conversions and electronic balancing solutions. She consistently went above and beyond, often working long hours to ensure smooth transitions.
As she now enjoys retirement—spending time with her family, traveling, and pursuing her love of sewing and crafting—we honor Fawn not just for her professional accomplishments but for the example she set for us all. Her life has been a testament to the power of service.
Fawn, thank you for your unwavering dedication. Your legacy is one built not only on systems and success but on a true commitment to serving others.