Brian Hague

Background

About Brian Hague

With nearly four decades of experience in financial institutions and capital markets—and more than 30 years serving credit unions—I’m passionate about helping organizations navigate risk, sharpen strategy, and achieve sustainable success. As a C-level executive, consultant, and speaker, I’ve worked with hundreds of credit union leaders to strengthen their organizations through risk measurement and management, risk-centric strategic planning, and risk appetite development. At Rochdale, I partner with clients to connect sound strategy with disciplined execution—bridging the gap between vision and measurable results. Before joining Rochdale, I spent over 15 years as President and CEO of Corporate Network Brokerage Services (CNBS), where I led the firm’s strategic direction and growth. Earlier roles included Senior Vice President, Investment Advisory Services, and Chief Economist for CNBS’s parent company, a $30 billion wholesale financial institution. I began my career with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis, where I became the region’s go-to expert in risk-controlled arbitrage strategies, and later served as a portfolio manager and futures trader for an $11 billion thrift institution. Along the way, I’ve written books on investment portfolio and balance sheet risk management, contributed numerous articles and white papers, and served as a featured columnist for industry publications. I also enjoy speaking at regional and national conferences—sharing insights on economics, portfolio management, and risk strategy—and have taught in the MBA program at the University of St. Mary. I believe effective risk management isn’t about avoiding risk—it’s about understanding it well enough to leverage it wisely.