William White
DEARBORN, Mich.,—Dearborn Federal Savings Bank chairman and former President/CEO William R. White has retired from the board of directors. Martin L. Heger, Jr. has been named the succeeding chairman.
“Bill has dedicated over 35 years to Dearborn Federal Savings Bank and has been a valued community leader in the great communities of Dearborn and Dearborn Heights through various service organizations,” said Heger.
Martin Heger
White’s retirement follows a distinguished career in banking, where he played a pivotal role in advancing the industry through his leadership with the Michigan Bankers Association as Past Chairman and Banker of the Year, American Bankers Association as Treasurer, Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis as Chairman and served on the Federal Reserve’s Thrift Industry Advisory Committee.
“I’ve had the honor and privilege of working alongside incredibly talented people throughout my career. I am proud of what we’ve accomplished together at Dearborn Federal Savings Bank and in the banking industry as a whole,” said White. “As I step into retirement, I am confident that the future of Dearborn Federal Savings Bank is in excellent hands, and I look forward to seeing all the great things Marty and his team will continue to achieve.”
Heger, who has served as President of Dearborn Federal Savings Bank since 2022, brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the role.
“I am deeply honored to step into the role of Chairman at such a pivotal time for the Bank. I look forward to working with the board, our talented team, and our valued customers to continue the tradition of excellence in community banking. Together, we will drive innovation, strengthen our relationships with customers, and build on our strong foundation to achieve new milestones, said Heger.”