Denise McCauley is currently the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer, Secretary. In this role, she has responsibility for Core Operations, Business Technology, and Enterprise Project Management Office.

She began her WoodmenLife career in June, 2008 as Vice President, Core Operations. Prior to joining WoodmenLife, McCauley held various positions in the financial services industry, including positions leading Operations, Product Development, Client Management, and Product Management functions as well as leading a line of business in the payment processing industry.

Besides her role as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, McCauley serves on the Board of Food Bank for the Heartland. In addition, she serves on the Executive Leadership Team of the Heart Walk.

McCauley grew up in Omaha, NE and graduated from the University of Nebraska – Omaha with a B.S. degree in Business Administration.

In 1988, she married her husband, Robert McCauley. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, traveling, music and hiking.