Ania Bieciuk, J.D.

Trust Officer

Marquette Trust & Investment Services

Ania joined the Marquette Trust & Investment Services Office in 2024, with a rich educational background from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Michigan State University. In her role as a Trust Officer, she manages both individual and business trust accounts, ensuring compliance with all pertinent laws and regulations. She is actively involved in investment decisions, trust execution, and the administration of accounts.

Her international studies spanned prestigious institutions across Poland and Turkey, enhancing her global perspective. Before joining SNBT, Ania received numerous accolades including the Dziekuje Award from the Polish Genealogical Society of Michigan for outstanding service and a Book Award in Taxation.

Her career experience includes significant roles within the executive office of the governor and non-profit organizations, where she honed her skills in governance, administration, and public service. Most recently, Ania taught Business Law as an adjunct professor at Northern Michigan University.

She is fluent in Polish, drawing inspiration from her parents who immigrated from Poland. Ania also enjoys improving her Spanish and Russian language skills. She is actively engaged in her community through organizations such as the Marquette Beautification Committee and Care Clinic. Her personal life is enriched by the joy of family time, travels, collecting beach glass along Lake Superior, and gardening.

She was drawn to the bank’s strong community and cultural values, and her decision to join SNBT was driven by a desire to leverage her expertise for local impact.

Credentials

  • J.D., Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
  • Fellow, Michigan Political Leadership Program (MPLP), Institute for Public Policy and Social Research, Michigan State University
  • B.A., James Madison College, Michigan State University
    • Undergraduate Degree: Comparative Cultures and Politics
    • Specialization in Russia and Eastern European Studies

International Studies

  • Certificate of Proficiency in Polish as a Foreign Language accredited by Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange, Warsaw, Poland
  • John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, Poland
  • Jagiellonian University, Kraków, Poland
  • Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey
  • Koç University, Istanbul, Turkey