Michelle Whelan

Michelle Whelan is a seasoned banking professional with extensive experience in branch management, sales, and capability development. Currently serving as Senior Branch Manager at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank since November 2022, Michelle previously held the position of Lending Education & Capability Lead at Bendigo Bank, where the focus was on developing lenders, enhancing customer experience, and supporting community strategies. Prior roles included Sales & Capability Manager at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank and Relationship Manager in Premium Financial Services at Westpac. Michelle's foundational career at NAB encompassed various management roles, contributing to business outcomes in retail, home lending, and business lending. Academically, Michelle holds an MBA and a Graduate Certificate of Business from James Cook University, along with several financial services certifications.