Industry Press
The Press Center allows credit unions and their partners to share important news and keep accomplishments front and center in the credit union industry.
For Immediate Release: Central Willamette Credit Union Selects Luisa Herrera as Chief Experience Officer (CXO)
Albany, OR, June 06, 2024. Central Willamette Credit Union is thrilled to announce the appointment of Luisa Herrera as the credit union’s new Chief Experience Officer (CXO). In this vital role, Herrera will oversee a range of key functions, including branch and service delivery, member engagement, operations, and wealth management. With her extensive experience and
Interra Credit Union Partners With Arkatechture to Build Data Warehouse
Interra Credit Union has formed a strategic partnership with Arkatechture CUSO, a leading data analytics fintech, to elevate their business intelligence capabilities and drive transformative growth. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in Interra’s ongoing commitment to innovation and excellence in member services.
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Awards $438k in Grants
The Coastal Credit Union Foundation has awarded $438,000 to 16 nonprofits in North Carolina during its Q2 2024 grant cycle. The sixteen grants given to these nonprofits will improve access to resources and support financial well-being programs throughout our local communities. Grants include $100,000 to the United Way of the Greater Triangle, which will continue
41st Annual Tower Classic Golf Tournament Raises Over $68,000 for the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center
TowerCares Foundation today announced that the 41st annual Tower Classic Golf Tournament broke its own fundraising record, raising over $68,000 for the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center (JHCC) in Baltimore, Md. The tournament, held June 7 at Renditions Golf Club, has helped raise more than $1 million for the Children’s Center over the years. The 2024
UMassFive Introduces New Human Resources Manager
UMassFive College Federal Credit Union (UMassFive) is excited to announce Hilary Barnard in her new role as Human Resources Manager.
SchoolsFirst FCU Honors Classified School Employees in Recognition Events Throughout California
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, recently recognized the exemplary school employees who were named winners in annual competitions that honor Classified School Employees of the Year at county and statewide levels.
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Ranked #1 in California by Forbes
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today announced that Forbes has included SchoolsFirst FCU on its list of the best credit unions in California for the sixth consecutive year and has once again named SchoolsFirst FCU as the No. 1 credit union
Conquering Silent Attrition: Credit Union Leaders Invited to Discover Member Retention Strategies in Exclusive Webinar
Support EXP is proud to announce an exclusive webinar on Wednesday, June 26th, at 2:00 pm (Eastern) grappling with the hot topic of “Conquering Silent Attrition by Understanding Your Members.” Hosted by industry expert Rhonda Sheets, CEO of Support EXP, this session is designed to give credit union leaders the information and inspiration they need
Coastal Credit Union’s Daymark Realty Reaches Five Million Dollar Savings Milestone
Coastal Credit Union’s real estate subsidiary, Daymark Realty, reached another milestone this month, having saved Coastal members more than $5 million in real estate fees since the service launched in 2007. Savings are calculated as the difference between the listing fees that members pay versus typical fees in the market.
New Co-CEOs Lead with Vision and Resilience
Roanoke Valley Community Credit Union has started 2024 on fire, boasting an impressive $5.5 million in new loans under co-CEOs Pam Duke and Lauren Whitmire. This remarkable start follows a stellar 2023, where the $103 million credit union achieved a 37.2% increase in loan growth, far outpacing peers in terms of loans, capital growth, net
Tower Federal Credit Union Welcomes Susan Ralston as New Chief Operating Officer
Tower Federal Credit Union, one of the largest credit unions in Maryland, is pleased to announce the hiring of Susan Ralston as new Chief Operating Officer (COO). Ralston brings to Tower over 30 years of leadership experience in the banking and financial industry, and as COO, will oversee Tower’s Deposit Operations, Debit Card Operations, Fraud,
Unitus Community Credit Union’s Tru Checking Receives National Certification by Banking Advocates as Safe, Affordable Account
The Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund’s Bank On National Account Standards Certification of Unitus Tru Checking indicates that it meets more than 25 features for safe and affordable consumer transaction accounts.
Maxwell Partners with Mortgagebot LOS to Enable a Fully Digital Mortgage Experience
Best-in-class integrations securely sync data bi-directionally between the Maxwell Mortgage Point of Sale and the Mortgagebot LOS, ensuring data integrity and a seamless experience for the lender and the borrower Mortgagebot LOS clients across the U.S. can now benefit from the leading POS that significantly increases loan officer productivity and loan pull-through rates
Unitus Community Credit Union Rated a “Best in State” Credit Union by Forbes
In its annual rankings of “Best in State” credit unions, Forbes has named Unitus Community Credit Union the third best credit union in Oregon.
CU Student Choice Launches Financing Option for Pilot Trainees with APCU/Center Parc Credit Union and AeroGuard Flight Training Center
CU Student Choice, the leading provider of higher education financing solutions to America’s credit unions, announced that it has collaborated with APCU/Center Parc Credit Union to provide lending solutions for future airline pilots enrolled in the Pilot Pathway Program at AeroGuard Flight Training Center.
Coastal Credit Union and Ripe for Revival Debut New Mobile Food Market
On June 13, Coastal Credit Union and Ripe for Revival hosted a ribbon cutting and announcement of their new partnership. The event showcased Ripe for Revival’s new Coastal-branded mobile food market that will participate in community events feeding those in need. Funding for the mobile market was made possible in part through more than $100,000
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 14, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Sponsors 2025 Santa Barbara County Teacher of the Year and 2024 Classified School Employees of the Year Awards
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today announced its sponsorship of the Santa Barbara County Teacher of the Year and Classified School Employees of the Year annual recognition programs.
SECU Awarded PLANSPONSOR of the Year for Its Total Retirement Offering for Employees
State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) has been named 2024 PLANSPONSOR of the Year for its Total Retirement Offering provided to the more than 10,000 active and retired SECU employee plan participants.
Optimizing Collections: Mitigating Risk Management in Estate Recovery
Inflation has affected many aspects of the economy, with the cost of nearly everything rising – from non-discretionary expenses like food and housing to discretionary activities like entertainment and travel. Estate planning, while not something top of mind for most people, has also been affected. According to Caring.com’s 2024 Wills and Estate survey, a mere
BECU Expands Financial Services for South King County Members with New White Center Location
BECU, Washington’s largest credit union, today announced its plans to open a new Neighborhood Financial Center (NFC) in the White Center neighborhood of Seattle.
Envisant Partners with Clutch
Envisant is excited to share the news below of our partnership with Clutch! Together Clutch and Envisant will empower credit unions to fulfill their digital aspirations and better serve members. I hope you’ll share this great news with your networks and please let me know if you have any questions!
ACUMA Seeks New Volunteer Board Member to Serve on Its Board of Directors
The American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA) seeks a Volunteer Board Member. The new candidate will join the association’s governing Board of Directors, which provides guidance to ACUMA on how best to serve its growing membership. The Volunteer Board Member will provide guidance for the non-profit association.
Kristen Mahlmann Promoted to Chief Financial Officer At Redwood Credit Union
Kristen Mahlmann has been promoted to chief financial officer for Redwood Credit Union.
Vecinos Receives $1.6 Million from SECU Foundation for New Medical Center and Human Services Hub
SECU Foundation recently awarded a $1.6 million grant to Vecinos for a new medical center and human services hub in Macon County. A groundbreaking kicked off the initiative to bring greater access to healthcare and supportive services for low-income and uninsured adults in Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Jackson, Macon, and Swain counties.
Eltropy Heats Up Webinar Season: Equipping Credit Unions and Community Banks with Powerful Fraud Prevention Strategies
AI-powered fraud prevention and protecting from the impact of rising delinquencies takes center stage in Eltropy’s latest webinars SANTA CLARA, Calif. – June 13, 2024 – Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), is hosting a series of webinars, providing timely guidance on combating fraud and dealing with the impact of
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 07, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
CU Student Choice Announces Denise Stevens as New Board Member
CU Student Choice, the leading provider of higher education financing solutions to America’s credit unions, announced that Denise Stevens, EVP and Chief Product Officer for Velera (formerly PSCU/Co-Op Solutions), has been appointed to the organization’s Board of Directors.
SchoolsFirst FCU Honors Innovative School Superintendent and District at Innovation in Education Awards
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, presented the Innovative Superintendent and District Team Award to Joseph Clevenger, superintendent of Bonsall Unified School District in Bonsall, Calif., as part of the Innovation in Education Awards program held May 16 at SeaWorld San Diego
Coastal Credit Union Named to the 2024 Best Employers List by Business North Carolina Magazine
Business North Carolina magazine has announced that Coastal Credit Union has been named one of its 2024 North Carolina Best Employers. This is the seventh time that Coastal has won the award over the past eight years, and it marks the tenth year in a row that the credit union has earned at least one
For Immediate Release: Central Willamette Credit Union Selects Luisa Herrera as Chief Experience Officer (CXO)
Interra Credit Union Partners With Arkatechture to Build Data Warehouse
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Awards $438k in Grants
41st Annual Tower Classic Golf Tournament Raises Over $68,000 for the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center
UMassFive Introduces New Human Resources Manager
SchoolsFirst FCU Honors Classified School Employees in Recognition Events Throughout California
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Ranked #1 in California by Forbes
Conquering Silent Attrition: Credit Union Leaders Invited to Discover Member Retention Strategies in Exclusive Webinar
Coastal Credit Union’s Daymark Realty Reaches Five Million Dollar Savings Milestone
New Co-CEOs Lead with Vision and Resilience
Tower Federal Credit Union Welcomes Susan Ralston as New Chief Operating Officer
Unitus Community Credit Union’s Tru Checking Receives National Certification by Banking Advocates as Safe, Affordable Account
Maxwell Partners with Mortgagebot LOS to Enable a Fully Digital Mortgage Experience
Unitus Community Credit Union Rated a “Best in State” Credit Union by Forbes
CU Student Choice Launches Financing Option for Pilot Trainees with APCU/Center Parc Credit Union and AeroGuard Flight Training Center
Coastal Credit Union and Ripe for Revival Debut New Mobile Food Market
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 14, 2024
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Sponsors 2025 Santa Barbara County Teacher of the Year and 2024 Classified School Employees of the Year Awards
SECU Awarded PLANSPONSOR of the Year for Its Total Retirement Offering for Employees
Optimizing Collections: Mitigating Risk Management in Estate Recovery
BECU Expands Financial Services for South King County Members with New White Center Location
Envisant Partners with Clutch
ACUMA Seeks New Volunteer Board Member to Serve on Its Board of Directors
Kristen Mahlmann Promoted to Chief Financial Officer At Redwood Credit Union
Vecinos Receives $1.6 Million from SECU Foundation for New Medical Center and Human Services Hub
Eltropy Heats Up Webinar Season: Equipping Credit Unions and Community Banks with Powerful Fraud Prevention Strategies
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 07, 2024
CU Student Choice Announces Denise Stevens as New Board Member
SchoolsFirst FCU Honors Innovative School Superintendent and District at Innovation in Education Awards
Coastal Credit Union Named to the 2024 Best Employers List by Business North Carolina Magazine
For Immediate Release: Central Willamette Credit Union Selects Luisa Herrera as Chief Experience Officer (CXO)
Interra Credit Union Partners With Arkatechture to Build Data Warehouse
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Awards $438k in Grants
41st Annual Tower Classic Golf Tournament Raises Over $68,000 for the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center
UMassFive Introduces New Human Resources Manager
SchoolsFirst FCU Honors Classified School Employees in Recognition Events Throughout California
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Ranked #1 in California by Forbes
Conquering Silent Attrition: Credit Union Leaders Invited to Discover Member Retention Strategies in Exclusive Webinar
Coastal Credit Union’s Daymark Realty Reaches Five Million Dollar Savings Milestone
New Co-CEOs Lead with Vision and Resilience
Tower Federal Credit Union Welcomes Susan Ralston as New Chief Operating Officer
Unitus Community Credit Union’s Tru Checking Receives National Certification by Banking Advocates as Safe, Affordable Account
Maxwell Partners with Mortgagebot LOS to Enable a Fully Digital Mortgage Experience
Unitus Community Credit Union Rated a “Best in State” Credit Union by Forbes
CU Student Choice Launches Financing Option for Pilot Trainees with APCU/Center Parc Credit Union and AeroGuard Flight Training Center
Coastal Credit Union and Ripe for Revival Debut New Mobile Food Market
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 14, 2024
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Sponsors 2025 Santa Barbara County Teacher of the Year and 2024 Classified School Employees of the Year Awards
SECU Awarded PLANSPONSOR of the Year for Its Total Retirement Offering for Employees
Optimizing Collections: Mitigating Risk Management in Estate Recovery
BECU Expands Financial Services for South King County Members with New White Center Location
Envisant Partners with Clutch
ACUMA Seeks New Volunteer Board Member to Serve on Its Board of Directors
Kristen Mahlmann Promoted to Chief Financial Officer At Redwood Credit Union
Vecinos Receives $1.6 Million from SECU Foundation for New Medical Center and Human Services Hub
Eltropy Heats Up Webinar Season: Equipping Credit Unions and Community Banks with Powerful Fraud Prevention Strategies
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 07, 2024
CU Student Choice Announces Denise Stevens as New Board Member
SchoolsFirst FCU Honors Innovative School Superintendent and District at Innovation in Education Awards
Coastal Credit Union Named to the 2024 Best Employers List by Business North Carolina Magazine
Vizo Financial Gives Back more than $4.8 Million to Capital Members
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 12, 2025
Illinois State Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify to Modernize Deposit Automation and Drive Digital Transformation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Partners with Orange County Department of Education to Celebrate 2026 Orange County Teachers of the Year
SECU’s Cooperative Model Prioritizes Member Value and Community Impact
Seaboard Federal Credit Union Extends Partnership with Synergent
