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Corporate Central Welcomes Vikram Israni to Board as Jay Magulski Retires

Corporate Central has announced a leadership transition on its board of directors, marking the retirement of longtime volunteer Director Jay Magulski and the appointment of Vikram (Vic) Israni, CEO of GreenState Credit Union. Israni, who previously served as an Associate Director, was appointed as a Director at the December board meeting and will officially begin

Coastal Credit Union Foundation Awards Nearly $1 Million in Community Grants

The Coastal Credit Union Foundation awarded nearly $1 million in grants to nonprofit organizations across the region in 2025, impacting more than two million lives. Through partnerships with 70 mission-driven organizations, the Foundation supported programs that strengthened communities, expanded opportunity, and improved quality of life for individuals and families throughout the areas Coastal Credit Union

Blask and Randall Earn Certified Wisconsin Credit Union Leader Designation Through Leadership Institute

Corporate Central is pleased to announce that Frederick Blask, NCBSO, NCRM, Vice President of Governance Risk & Compliance, and Sierra Randall, CCUFC, Member Experience Specialist, have successfully completed the Wisconsin Credit Union League’s Leadership Institute and earned the Certified Wisconsin Credit Union Leader (CWCUL) designation. The CWCUL designation is awarded to professionals who complete the

Sound Credit Union Welcomes Ian Crawford To Their Business Lending Team

TACOMA, Wash. – Sound Credit Union (Sound) recently welcomed Ian Crawford as their Business Lending Production Manager. Based in Bellingham, Washington, Crawford will focus on supporting businesses throughout the broader northern Puget Sound region. Crawford has over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, with the majority of his career focused on commercial real

Canvas Credit Union Becomes an Owner in DaLand CUSO

DaLand CUSO, the credit union industry’s definitive provider for core-integrated digital assets, today announced that Canvas Credit Union has become an owner in the CUSO following the successful deployment of DaLand’s battle-tested Coin2Core© solution inside Canvas’ Jack Henry Symitar environment.

2025 in Review: Corelation Delivers Record-Breaking Results, Reinforcing Market Leadership with 38 New Client Signings

Corelation, Inc. closed out another exceptional year marked by continued growth, strong client momentum, and an unwavering commitment to the credit union movement. In 2025 Corelation achieved record-breaking results, reinforcing its position as a premier core processing partner for credit unions nationwide. Throughout the year, 38 credit unions (cumulative total $50.9 billion in assets, 2.9

Corporate Central Welcomes Nikkita Martino as Relationship Development Manager

Corporate Central is pleased to announce the addition of Nikkita Martino as Relationship Development Manager, strengthening the organization’s business development efforts and expanding its reach in key growth markets across the United States. In her new role, Martino will proactively evaluate credit unions’ financial environments, identify strategic needs, and position Corporate Central’s solutions to support

Corporate One Federal Credit Union Returns $13.6 Million to Members in 2025

Corporate One Federal Credit Union, a trusted investment, funding, and payment solutions partner serving America’s credit unions, announced it concluded the year by returning $13.6 million to members in 2025. This figure encompasses the distribution of Corporate One’s PCC dividend to all perpetual contributed capital (PCC) owners and the third annual special fee rebate for

Altamaha Federal Credit Union Enters New Technology Partnership with Synergent

WESTBROOK, ME (January 9, 2026) – Synergent® is excited to announce Altamaha Federal Credit Union has signed new seven-year agreements for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing and a suite of integrated services that includes digital banking, bill pay, mobile deposit capture, check processing, statement processing, and check printing. The agreement supports the credit union

ALM First Executive Benefits Expands Team, Welcoming Cameron Kasteler and Rebecca Myers-Haeussler

Dallas, Texas – ALM First Executive Benefits, LLC, a subsidiary of ALM First that offers unbiased plan design, expert consulting, plan audits, and seamless administration and plan servicing, recently welcomed two new team members. Cameron Kasteler will serve as Director, Executive Benefits and Rebecca Myers-Haeussler will serve as Executive Benefits Coordinator as the growing subsidiary continues expanding its

Callahan & Associates And Quantum Governance, L3C™ Unite to Advance Credit Union Governance

Callahan & Associates has acquired Quantum Governance, L3C™, a consulting firm specializing in governance and strategy. This partnership combines Callahan’s industry leadership with Quantum Governance’s proven expertise to deliver both board- and CEO-directed resources and consulting, advanced assessment tools, and trusted research. Together, the organizations will strengthen governance practices and leadership alignment to drive long‑term

Richland Federal Credit Union Partners with Synergent in New Technology Agreement

WESTBROOK, ME (January 7, 2026) – Synergent® is proud to share a new partnership with Richland Federal Credit Union, which has signed a ten-year agreement for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing. The credit union has also entered into five-year agreements for a suite of integrated services, including digital banking, bill pay, mobile deposit capture,

Christian Financial Outreach & Impact Foundation Awards $52,427 in Grants to Local Nonprofits

Sterling Heights, Mich. (Jan. 7, 2026) – Christian Financial Credit Union’s Outreach & Impact Foundation finished the year by awarding $52,427 in community grants to local nonprofits across Southeast Michigan. These grants support programs that address basic needs, education, housing stability, and overall quality of life. They reflect the Foundation’s mission to make a lasting

Sharetec Appoints New Chief Information & Security Officer

Sharetec, a leading digital banking and core processing technology company serving credit unions, is ringing in the new year with the appointment of Rob Zelinka as its new Chief Information & Security Officer (CISO).

Alloya Surpasses $150 Million in Capital Dividends, Waives an Additional $3 Million in Fees

As Alloya begins to celebrate its 15th year supporting credit union success, the Board of Directors has announced that the Perpetual Contributed Capital (PCC) dividend rate to members has been increased to 3.00% as of January 1, 2026, and total dividends have now exceeded $150 million. In addition, to thank members for their unwavering loyalty,

For Immediate Release – CHROME Federal Credit Union Appoints Broc Sleek as President/CEO

Washington, PA, January 5, 2026. CHROME Federal Credit Union today announced the appointment of Broc Sleek as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective February 2, 2026, concluding a comprehensive national search and marking the beginning of an important new chapter for the organization. Sleek succeeds Robert Flanyak, who is slated to retire in

CU NextGen Acquires Constellation Digital Partners

CU NextGen, a leading credit union service organization (CUSO) providing digital banking, award winning CRM, automation, as well as operational solutions and services to credit unions nationwide, today announced it has acquired Constellation Digital Partners, a credit-union-owned digital banking platform focused on collaboration, shared innovation, and member-centric digital experiences. This strategic acquisition brings together two

Corporate Central Welcomes Israr Ahmad as Software Engineer – Integration Specialist

Corporate Central is pleased to welcome Israr Ahmad to the team as Software Engineer – Integration Specialist. Ahmad brings more than 13 years of experience helping organizations connect systems, share data securely, and build technology that supports reliable, real-time operations. In this new role, Ahmad will focus on building and maintaining the technology connections that

Vizo Financial’s January 2026 Education Calendar

At Vizo Financial we are committed to providing quality education to credit unions and their staff, which is why we provide a wide array of educational conferences, workshops and webinars. Our educational webinars and events in January 2026 cover a variety topics including BSA/AML compliance training, ACH, and mobile deposit capture risk management and compliance.

Making A Difference

EECU Sponsors Community Events Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy

FRESNO, Calif. (Jan. 16, 2026) – Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) is proud to sponsor the 42nd Annual Commemoration celebrating ...
Strategic Partnerships

Seven Credit Unions Select myCUmortgage as Their Home Loan Partner

myCUmortgage is thrilled to announce new partnerships with seven credit unions in the fourth quarter of 2025. New partnerships span ...
Other

Corporate One Federal Credit Union Marks More Than 70 New Connections to Immediate Payment Rails in 2025

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Corporate One Federal Credit Union announced today that it successfully completed 71 new connections to the RTP ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

BCU WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC HONORED AT KEHRER GROUP’S 2025 TOP DIRECTORS AWARDS

BCU Wealth Advisors, LLC is proud to announce that Kristi Mertens, CFP®, Managing Director of BCU Wealth Advisors, has been ...
Operations & HR

Corporate Central Welcomes Vikram Israni to Board as Jay Magulski Retires

Corporate Central has announced a leadership transition on its board of directors, marking the retirement of longtime volunteer Director Jay ...
Making A Difference

Coastal Credit Union Foundation Awards Nearly $1 Million in Community Grants

The Coastal Credit Union Foundation awarded nearly $1 million in grants to nonprofit organizations across the region in 2025, impacting ...
Other

Family Trust Federal Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026 List

Family Trust Federal Credit Union (Family Trust) has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Regional Banks & ...
Operations & HR

Blask and Randall Earn Certified Wisconsin Credit Union Leader Designation Through Leadership Institute

Corporate Central is pleased to announce that Frederick Blask, NCBSO, NCRM, Vice President of Governance Risk & Compliance, and Sierra ...
Operations & HR

Sound Credit Union Welcomes Ian Crawford To Their Business Lending Team

TACOMA, Wash. – Sound Credit Union (Sound) recently welcomed Ian Crawford as their Business Lending Production Manager. Based in Bellingham, ...
Strategic Partnerships

Canvas Credit Union Becomes an Owner in DaLand CUSO

DaLand CUSO, the credit union industry’s definitive provider for core-integrated digital assets, today announced that Canvas Credit Union has become ...
Technology

2025 in Review: Corelation Delivers Record-Breaking Results, Reinforcing Market Leadership with 38 New Client Signings

Corelation, Inc. closed out another exceptional year marked by continued growth, strong client momentum, and an unwavering commitment to the ...
Operations & HR

Corporate Central Welcomes Nikkita Martino as Relationship Development Manager

Corporate Central is pleased to announce the addition of Nikkita Martino as Relationship Development Manager, strengthening the organization’s business development ...
Other

Corporate One Federal Credit Union Returns $13.6 Million to Members in 2025

Corporate One Federal Credit Union, a trusted investment, funding, and payment solutions partner serving America’s credit unions, announced it concluded ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: January 9, 2026

Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic ...
Strategic Partnerships

Altamaha Federal Credit Union Enters New Technology Partnership with Synergent

WESTBROOK, ME (January 9, 2026) – Synergent® is excited to announce Altamaha Federal Credit Union has signed new seven-year agreements ...
Personnel Promotions

DUGOOD CREDIT UNION SPOTLIGHTS EMPLOYEE PROMOTIONS

Beaumont, Texas – January 7, 2026 – DuGood Credit Union is proud to celebrate its employees who are stepping into ...
Other

The Next Generation of CU Leaders Takes Shape as Applications Open for CUES Emerge 2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 CUES Emerge leadership development program. Offered in partnership with Currency Marketing, CUES Emerge ...
Operations & HR

ALM First Executive Benefits Expands Team, Welcoming Cameron Kasteler and Rebecca Myers-Haeussler

Dallas, Texas – ALM First Executive Benefits, LLC, a subsidiary of ALM First that offers unbiased plan design, expert consulting, plan audits, and ...
Strategic Partnerships

Callahan & Associates And Quantum Governance, L3C™ Unite to Advance Credit Union Governance

Callahan & Associates has acquired Quantum Governance, L3C™, a consulting firm specializing in governance and strategy. This partnership combines Callahan’s ...
Strategic Partnerships

Richland Federal Credit Union Partners with Synergent in New Technology Agreement

WESTBROOK, ME (January 7, 2026) – Synergent® is proud to share a new partnership with Richland Federal Credit Union, which ...
Making A Difference

Christian Financial Outreach & Impact Foundation Awards $52,427 in Grants to Local Nonprofits

Sterling Heights, Mich. (Jan. 7, 2026) – Christian Financial Credit Union’s Outreach & Impact Foundation finished the year by awarding ...
Other

LGE Community Credit Union named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Credit Unions 2026

LGE Community Credit Union announced that it was recently recognized as one of America’s Best Credit Unions 2026 by Newsweek ...
Other

Sharetec Appoints New Chief Information & Security Officer

Sharetec, a leading digital banking and core processing technology company serving credit unions, is ringing in the new year with ...
Making A Difference

Alloya Surpasses $150 Million in Capital Dividends, Waives an Additional $3 Million in Fees

As Alloya begins to celebrate its 15th year supporting credit union success, the Board of Directors has announced that the ...
Personnel Promotions

For Immediate Release – CHROME Federal Credit Union Appoints Broc Sleek as President/CEO

Washington, PA, January 5, 2026. CHROME Federal Credit Union today announced the appointment of Broc Sleek as its new President ...
Other

CU NextGen Acquires Constellation Digital Partners

CU NextGen, a leading credit union service organization (CUSO) providing digital banking, award winning CRM, automation, as well as operational ...
Operations & HR

Corporate Central Welcomes Israr Ahmad as Software Engineer – Integration Specialist

Corporate Central is pleased to welcome Israr Ahmad to the team as Software Engineer – Integration Specialist. Ahmad brings more ...
Operations & HR

LAFCU Expands Marketing, Creative and Community Engagement Team With Promotions And New Hire

LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU is enhancing its marketing, creative and community engagement capabilities with the promotions of longtime leader Kellie ...
Other

Vizo Financial’s January 2026 Education Calendar

At Vizo Financial we are committed to providing quality education to credit unions and their staff, which is why we ...
Charity Events

SchoolsFirst FCU Spreads Holiday Cheer at Rady Children’s Health

A team of SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union employees sponsored a holiday gift giving opportunity for Rady Children’s Health in Orange ...
Making A Difference

EECU Sponsors Community Events Honoring Martin Luther King Jr.’s Legacy

FRESNO, Calif. (Jan. 16, 2026) – Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) is proud to sponsor the 42nd Annual Commemoration celebrating ...
Strategic Partnerships

Seven Credit Unions Select myCUmortgage as Their Home Loan Partner

myCUmortgage is thrilled to announce new partnerships with seven credit unions in the fourth quarter of 2025. New partnerships span ...
Other

Corporate One Federal Credit Union Marks More Than 70 New Connections to Immediate Payment Rails in 2025

COLUMBUS, Ohio – Corporate One Federal Credit Union announced today that it successfully completed 71 new connections to the RTP ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

BCU WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC HONORED AT KEHRER GROUP’S 2025 TOP DIRECTORS AWARDS

BCU Wealth Advisors, LLC is proud to announce that Kristi Mertens, CFP®, Managing Director of BCU Wealth Advisors, has been ...
Operations & HR

Corporate Central Welcomes Vikram Israni to Board as Jay Magulski Retires

Corporate Central has announced a leadership transition on its board of directors, marking the retirement of longtime volunteer Director Jay ...
Making A Difference

Coastal Credit Union Foundation Awards Nearly $1 Million in Community Grants

The Coastal Credit Union Foundation awarded nearly $1 million in grants to nonprofit organizations across the region in 2025, impacting ...
Other

Family Trust Federal Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions 2026 List

Family Trust Federal Credit Union (Family Trust) has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Regional Banks & ...
Operations & HR

Blask and Randall Earn Certified Wisconsin Credit Union Leader Designation Through Leadership Institute

Corporate Central is pleased to announce that Frederick Blask, NCBSO, NCRM, Vice President of Governance Risk & Compliance, and Sierra ...
Operations & HR

Sound Credit Union Welcomes Ian Crawford To Their Business Lending Team

TACOMA, Wash. – Sound Credit Union (Sound) recently welcomed Ian Crawford as their Business Lending Production Manager. Based in Bellingham, ...
Strategic Partnerships

Canvas Credit Union Becomes an Owner in DaLand CUSO

DaLand CUSO, the credit union industry’s definitive provider for core-integrated digital assets, today announced that Canvas Credit Union has become ...
Technology

2025 in Review: Corelation Delivers Record-Breaking Results, Reinforcing Market Leadership with 38 New Client Signings

Corelation, Inc. closed out another exceptional year marked by continued growth, strong client momentum, and an unwavering commitment to the ...
Operations & HR

Corporate Central Welcomes Nikkita Martino as Relationship Development Manager

Corporate Central is pleased to announce the addition of Nikkita Martino as Relationship Development Manager, strengthening the organization’s business development ...
Other

Corporate One Federal Credit Union Returns $13.6 Million to Members in 2025

Corporate One Federal Credit Union, a trusted investment, funding, and payment solutions partner serving America’s credit unions, announced it concluded ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: January 9, 2026

Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic ...
Strategic Partnerships

Altamaha Federal Credit Union Enters New Technology Partnership with Synergent

WESTBROOK, ME (January 9, 2026) – Synergent® is excited to announce Altamaha Federal Credit Union has signed new seven-year agreements ...
Personnel Promotions

DUGOOD CREDIT UNION SPOTLIGHTS EMPLOYEE PROMOTIONS

Beaumont, Texas – January 7, 2026 – DuGood Credit Union is proud to celebrate its employees who are stepping into ...
Other

The Next Generation of CU Leaders Takes Shape as Applications Open for CUES Emerge 2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 CUES Emerge leadership development program. Offered in partnership with Currency Marketing, CUES Emerge ...
Operations & HR

ALM First Executive Benefits Expands Team, Welcoming Cameron Kasteler and Rebecca Myers-Haeussler

Dallas, Texas – ALM First Executive Benefits, LLC, a subsidiary of ALM First that offers unbiased plan design, expert consulting, plan audits, and ...
Strategic Partnerships

Callahan & Associates And Quantum Governance, L3C™ Unite to Advance Credit Union Governance

Callahan & Associates has acquired Quantum Governance, L3C™, a consulting firm specializing in governance and strategy. This partnership combines Callahan’s ...
Strategic Partnerships

Richland Federal Credit Union Partners with Synergent in New Technology Agreement

WESTBROOK, ME (January 7, 2026) – Synergent® is proud to share a new partnership with Richland Federal Credit Union, which ...
Making A Difference

Christian Financial Outreach & Impact Foundation Awards $52,427 in Grants to Local Nonprofits

Sterling Heights, Mich. (Jan. 7, 2026) – Christian Financial Credit Union’s Outreach & Impact Foundation finished the year by awarding ...
Other

LGE Community Credit Union named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Credit Unions 2026

LGE Community Credit Union announced that it was recently recognized as one of America’s Best Credit Unions 2026 by Newsweek ...
Other

Sharetec Appoints New Chief Information & Security Officer

Sharetec, a leading digital banking and core processing technology company serving credit unions, is ringing in the new year with ...
Making A Difference

Alloya Surpasses $150 Million in Capital Dividends, Waives an Additional $3 Million in Fees

As Alloya begins to celebrate its 15th year supporting credit union success, the Board of Directors has announced that the ...
Personnel Promotions

For Immediate Release – CHROME Federal Credit Union Appoints Broc Sleek as President/CEO

Washington, PA, January 5, 2026. CHROME Federal Credit Union today announced the appointment of Broc Sleek as its new President ...
Other

CU NextGen Acquires Constellation Digital Partners

CU NextGen, a leading credit union service organization (CUSO) providing digital banking, award winning CRM, automation, as well as operational ...
Operations & HR

Corporate Central Welcomes Israr Ahmad as Software Engineer – Integration Specialist

Corporate Central is pleased to welcome Israr Ahmad to the team as Software Engineer – Integration Specialist. Ahmad brings more ...
Operations & HR

LAFCU Expands Marketing, Creative and Community Engagement Team With Promotions And New Hire

LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU is enhancing its marketing, creative and community engagement capabilities with the promotions of longtime leader Kellie ...
Other

Vizo Financial’s January 2026 Education Calendar

At Vizo Financial we are committed to providing quality education to credit unions and their staff, which is why we ...
Charity Events

SchoolsFirst FCU Spreads Holiday Cheer at Rady Children’s Health

A team of SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union employees sponsored a holiday gift giving opportunity for Rady Children’s Health in Orange ...

Kemba Credit Union Selects Arkatechture as Strategic Data Analytics Partner

Kemba Credit Union has partnered with Arkatechture to build the data foundation needed to operate more proactively, deliver targeted member engagement, and drive measurable performance ...

LAFCU promotes Morgan Pray to vice president of ATM/ITM operations

LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU has promoted Morgan Pray to vice president of ATM/ITM operations recognizing her leadership, operational expertise and commitment to member service.

Women make up 60% of the workforce at 3Rivers Federal Credit Union

Women make up 60% of the workforce at 3Rivers Federal Credit Union, with representation across roles including leadership and 33% of the Board of Directors. ...

ACUMA Recognized with Great Benefits Award from Mployer

ACUMA is proud to announce that it has been recognized with the 2026 Great Benefits Award from Mployer, the industry-standard for employee benefit plan rating. ...

LAFCU promotes longtime employee Kim Hengsbach to assistant collections manager

LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU continues to invest in internal leadership with the promotion of Kim Hengsbach to assistant collections manager, recognizing her longstanding commitment and ...

ACUMA Welcomes Three New Board Members

The American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA) is pleased to welcome three new board members, increasing the current Board of Directors from six members to ...
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