First Community Trust Announces New Partnerships with Midland Credit Union and Des Moines Metro Credit Union
POSTED on August 4, 2025 IN First Community Trust, N.A.
These collaborations will aim to provide investment management, retirement planning, and trust services to a broader range of central Iowans.
IOWA- First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT), a nationally chartered trust company, has announced two new partnerships with Midland Credit Union and Des Moines Metro Credit Union. These collaborations will aim to provide investment management, retirement planning, and trust services to a broader range of central Iowans. FCT offers a range of services, including investment and retirement planning, financial and estate planning, primarily through credit unions, along with trust and estate administration.
“This partnership with First Community Trust allows us to offer more to our members. Together, we are ensuring our members get trusted advice and support to help them plan for the future and protect what matters most, all right here through their credit union,” said Midland Credit Union CEO, Randy Hass.
FCT has established 15 credit union partnerships across Iowa, serving clients in western, central and eastern regions as well as western Illinois. FCT’s wealth management partnerships empower credit unions to enhance their financial service capabilities, delivering a more complete experience for their members.
“Teaming up with FCT allows us to offer something we couldn’t before—personalized trust and investment services from a trusted, local expert,” said Traci Stiles, Des Moines Metro Credit Union CEO. “It’s not just an expansion of services; it’s an investment in our members’ long-term financial wellness.”
FCT Wealth Advisors Lisa Grefe and Jason Freese will provide retirement and investment planning services for these new partnerships. Lisa Grefe, with more than 20 years of experience spanning wealth management, leadership, human resources, and coaching, will advise members of Des Moines Metro Credit Union. Jason Freese, with over 25 years of experience in the insurance and financial services industry, including 10 years working closely with credit unions, will serve members of Midland Credit Union.
“FCT is focused on guiding Iowans as they navigate key financial milestones,” said FCT’s Chief Executive Officer Adam Claypool. “We’re thrilled to broaden our impact through two new partnerships with Des Moines Metro Credit Union and Midland Credit Union. These partnerships reflect a united effort to equip Iowans with the tools and support they need to make informed financial choices and thrive in the years ahead.”
For more information, please visit https://fctrust.com/.