Portia Powell has made history as the newly appointed CEO of One Detroit Credit Union, becoming the first woman and African American to lead the organization in its 90-year history. With over two decades of experience in financial services, Portia is an award-winning servant leader recognized for her commitment to advocating financial inclusion for Detroiters.

Her leadership emphasizes empowering underserved communities through innovative financial solutions. In addition to her role at One Detroit Credit Union, Portia is a serial entrepreneur. She founded an award-winning neighborhood restaurant known for bringing people and community together and co-founded the Wealth InvestHer Network, which aims to enhance the financial capabilities of women.

In her short tenure at One Detroit Credit Union, Portia has already made significant strides by opening the only financial institution in the City of Inkster, launching the Green Lending sub-brand called Motor City Green Lending, and leading the organization to double-digit growth while forming new community partnerships. Her dedication positions One Detroit Credit Union as not only a pillar of support but also as a catalyst for financial empowerment and community engagement.