William D. Johnston
Chairman
As Chairman, Bill focuses on culture, vision, mission and high-level strategies for Greenleaf Financial Holding Company, Greenleaf Trust, Greenleaf Trust Delaware, Greenleaf Hospitality, Inc. and Catalyst Development Company, LLC. Bill serves as trustee of Western Michigan University, and of the Genevieve and Donald S. Gilmore Foundation. He also serves on the board of directors of Southwest Michigan First Economic Development Corporation, Bronson Healthcare Group, HUMANeX, Special-Lite Corporation and the Western Michigan University Foundation. He earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Western Michigan University.
Michael F. Odar, CFA
President and Chief Executive Officer
Mike holds the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of Greenleaf Financial Holding Company, Greenleaf Trust and Greenleaf Trust Delaware. Since joining Greenleaf Trust in 1999, he has served as senior research analyst, director of research, director of wealth management, and senior executive vice president of strategic initiatives. Mike was named President of Greenleaf Trust in November 2012, and President of Greenleaf Financial Holding Company upon its founding in 2017. He serves as Past Chair on the Bronson Health Foundation Board and treasurer of the Gull Lake Community Schools Foundation. He also serves on the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Board, the Investment Committee of the Western Michigan University Foundation, and the Finance Committee of the United Way of the Battle Creek and Kalamazoo Region. Mike earned his degree in finance from Michigan State University, and recently completed the Advanced Management Program at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He is a CFA® charterholder.
Thomas L. Drews, CSOP
Chief Operating Officer
Tom holds the position of Chief Operating Officer of Greenleaf Financial Holding Company, Greenleaf Trust Delaware and Greenleaf Trust. Tom is responsible for Greenleaf Financial Holding Company’s Operations, Information Services and Compliance posture. In addition, he is responsible for Greenleaf Trust’s Operations, Governance Risk and Compliance and Business Information Services Divisions consisting of account administration, cash and securities processing, tax reporting, data and systems infrastructure, risk management and information security. Tom has over 30 years of leadership experience with several service and global manufacturing companies. He holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Michigan State University, and has earned his Certified Trust Operations Professional™ (CTOP™) designation.
James W. Gray, CFA
Chief Strategy Officer
Jim holds the position of Chief Strategy Officer of Greenleaf Financial Holding Company, Greenleaf Trust and Greenleaf Trust Delaware. He works closely with other members of Greenleaf Financial Holding Company’s Executive Council in creating, communicating, executing and sustaining the company’s strategic plan. Jim has led Greenleaf Trust’s Research, Wealth Management and Personal Trust Divisions. He has an extensive background in investments, global banking and manufacturing, which includes nearly two decades at Whirlpool Financial Corporation and Whirlpool Corporation. He serves on the Investment Committee of the Western Michigan University Foundation Board. Jim earned a degree in finance from the University of Southern Indiana, and he is a member of the CFA Institute and the CFA Society of West Michigan.
Dan J. Rinzema, CFA, CFP®
Chief Client Officer
Dan holds the position of Chief Client Officer of Greenleaf Financial Holding Company, Greenleaf Trust and Greenleaf Trust Delaware. Dan is responsible for directing Greenleaf Financial Holding Company’s overall client experience strategy, as well as leading the client centric team. He builds the voice of our clients into all facets of the firm and embeds client service standards into our culture. Under Dan’s leadership, the client centric team executes its daily mission to provide remarkable client service through the delivery of fiduciary excellence, holistic wealth management, advanced financial planning and proactive client care. Dan has over ten years of experience in the financial services industry, is a graduate of Calvin College, and received an M.B.A. with distinction from the University of Iowa. He is a CFA® charterholder and has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification.
Steve McKiddy
Chief Financial Officer
Steve provides financial guidance and broad counsel to the Executive Leadership Team at Greenleaf Financial Holding Company, Greenleaf Trust and Greenleaf Trust Delaware. He leads the finance and accounting organization and directs the company’s fiscal functions in accordance with regulatory and governing requirements. Steve also collaborates with the Board of Directors, President, and members of the Executive Council on capital allocation, long range planning, and risk management. He has over 20 years of leadership experience, primarily with complex multi-national firms, and has served extensively as a financial executive in both customer and operationally oriented roles. Steve holds a bachelor’s degree in business and accounting from Miami University.
Karen A. Baldwin, CSP™, SHRM-SCP™, NDCCDP
Chief Human Resources Officer
Karen leads the Human Resources Division, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts, and the Greenleaf Trust Scholarship & Internship and Wealth Developers programs at Greenleaf Trust and is the Chief Human Resources Officer for Greenleaf Financial Holdings Company. She is committed to cultivating a culture of inclusivity through awareness, education and conversation. Karen collaborates with leaders to implement strategies driving company growth and ensuring best practices in team recruitment, engagement, development and retention. Karen has more than 20 years of experience in the banking industry as well as more than 25 years of human resources experience. She has a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Western Michigan University, her Certified Staffing Professional designation through the American Staffing Association, her Senior Certified Professional designation through the Society for Human Resource Management, and her Certified Diversity Professional designation through the National Diversity Council. Karen is a member of the Society for Human Resources Management and the Kalamazoo Human Resources Management Association.