Stanley L. Butler

Stanley L. Butler, CPA

Chief Operating Officer, Heights Finance Corporation

Stanley L. Butler joined Heights Finance in July of 2003. He has 24 years of leadership experience in the financial services industry, as well as extensive experience as an executive in the manufacturing sector. Butler began his career with the national accounting firm KPMG Peat Marwick. He then spent 10 years with Westinghouse Federal Bank, where he served as Executive Vice President. While in that role, he was responsible for growing the banking franchise to support the mortgage opportunities of Westinghouse, a Fortune 50 company. Butler then gained valuable experience in manufacturing and was promoted to CEO and President of Hagerty Brothers Co., a supplier to Caterpillar. He was also the Business Manager for Advanced Technology Services in Peoria, Ill. While in these positions, he focused on gaining market share through excellence in the global marketplace. At Heights Finance, Butler is responsible for the retail branch network that boasts 450 team members in seven states and more than 125 offices.

Community Involvement

  • Board of Directors and Former Treasurer, Peoria Symphony Foundation
  • Board of Directors and Former President, Peoria Symphony Orchestra
  • Former President, Rotary Club of Peoria
  • Paul Harris Fellow, Rotary International

Recognition

  • Eagles Club, Heights Finance
  • 40 Leaders Under 40, InterBusiness Issues magazine 

Professional License

  • Certified Public Accountant

Education

  • Bachelor of Accounting, Western Illinois University