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.
Santa Isabel Chooses Sharetec for its Comprehensive Core System
Sharetec, a leader in core processing and digital banking technology for credit unions, announced today that Cooperativa de Ahorro y Crédito de Santa Isabel, “CACSI” signed on as a Sharetec partner at the end of 2024.
EECU’s Newest Branch Has Wheels, Will Travel
EECU’s Mobile Branch delivers banking services directly to the community by traveling to areas without a financial institution nearby, making it easier for people to manage their finances and get assistance to do so.
Maine Credit Unions Reach New Milestone Raising $1.3 Million to End Hunger
At a special ceremony hosted by the Maine Credit Union League, the Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger announced that it raised $1,303,706.40 in food and monetary donations in 2024.
Newsweek Names Redwood Credit Union One of “America’s Best” Credit Unions
Redwood Credit Union has again been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2025.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 07, 2025
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Fibre Federal Credit Union Reduces HR Response Time by 95% Using Eltropy’s AI-Powered Texting Platform
Eltropy, the leading AI-powered digital conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), announced today that Fibre Federal Credit Union has achieved a 95% reduction in HR response times by implementing Eltropy’s secure texting solution for employee communications. The credit union, which serves members across Washington and Oregon, has reduced its processing time for employee sick
Blue Federal Credit Union donates over $150,000 to Children’s Hospital Colorado
Blue Federal Credit Union is proud to announce a remarkable milestone in its ongoing commitment to community impact: over $150,000 has been donated to Children’s Hospital Colorado in the past five years. In 2024 alone, over $45,000 was contributed to support the hospital’s mission of providing exceptional pediatric care. These donations are made possible through
World’s 1st cloud-native, AI-powered, digital-era LOS
NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Algebrik AI Inc., a Delaware-incorporated company headquartered in New York City, pioneering the world’s 1st cloud-native, AI-powered, digital-era Loan Origination Platform (LOS), today announced its partnership with Plaid, the data network powering the digital financial ecosystem. This collaboration brings transformative enhancements to credit unions and financial institutions by integrating Plaid’s consumer-permissioned data with
EECU Brings Innovative Financial Education to High School Campus
More than 500 high school seniors recently participated in an interactive workshop specifically created by Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) to help prepare them to make financial decisions in the real world. During the Wise Up event at Clovis West High School on Jan. 31, EECU staff and student financial service representatives from the unique,
Coastal Wealth Management Advisors Earn Awards for Outstanding Performance
Coastal Wealth Management, available through CFS*, is the recipient of five Pacesetter Awards, presented by CUSO Financial Services, L.P. This is the 11th consecutive year that Coastal Wealth Management has earned recognition, and the first time it has earned five awards.
SchoolsFirst FCU Celebrates 2024 Year of Giving to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today announced that it contributed more than $298,000 in 2024 – through a combination of corporate donations and fundraising – to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) member hospitals in California, including Children’s Hospital of Orange
African-American Credit Union Coalition (AACUC) Awards Scholarship for Humanedge Executive Leadership Program
February 06, 2025 — The African American Credit Union Coalition (AACUC) is pleased to announce the launch of its new scholarship to support executive leadership development for professionals within the credit union industry. This scholarship will enable one outstanding executive annually to attend Humanedge, a transformative leadership development experience for C-Suite Leaders. The first recipient
LoneTree, TruStage™ Ventures announce investment into data analytics firm Arkatechture
PORTLAND, Maine — Arkatechture, provider of Arkalytics, a data and analytics platform for credit unions and community banks, today announced a strategic growth investment from LoneTree Capital, a New York-based growth capital firm, and TruStage Ventures, the venture capital arm of TruStage, an insurance, investments, and technology provider. The investment can help Arkatechture’s ability to
United Federal Credit Union to Offer Down Payment Assistance to Mortgage Borrowers in agreement with the Arkansas Development Finance Authority
To support borrowers in reaching their homeownership goals, United Federal Credit Union (United) has partnered with the Arkansas Development Finance Authority (ADFA) to offer mortgage assistance for qualified applicants. The ADFA Down Payment Assistance Program (DPA) can provide up to $15,000 for down payment and closing cost assistance. ADFA’s Down Payment Assistance (DPA) Loan is
USSFCU Welcomes Don DiMatteo as Chief Lending Officer
The United States Senate Federal Credit Union (USSFCU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Don DiMatteo as its new Chief Lending Officer (CLO). With over 35 years of experience in lending and financial services, DiMatteo brings a wealth of leadership, expertise, and a deep passion for member-focused lending solutions. DiMatteo’s career spans 17.5 years
CUNA Strategic Services Aligns With Wipfli to Provide Access to Top C-Suite Talent and Streamline Loan Reviews
CUNA Strategic Services is excited to announce their new alliance with Wipfli, a top 25 advisory and accounting firm delivering holistic solutions to help clients navigate the modern marketplace, optimize performance and drive growth.
Chartway Announces Promotions of Dana Brock, Kelsey Jones and Jace White
Chartway Credit Union is proud to announce the promotions of Dana Brock to vice president of credit operations & services, Kelsey Jones to vice president of business intelligence, and Jace White to senior vice president of talent engagement.
GTE Financial Celebrates 90 Years of Service in the Tampa Bay Community
Locally owned and operated credit union, GTE Financial is thrilled to celebrate 90 years of servicing the financial needs of its local residents, businesses and helping empower the Tampa Bay community.
Cumberland County FCU Announces New Hire and Multiple Promotions
Falmouth, ME (February 2025) – Cumberland County FCU (CCFCU) is pleased to announce the following team addition and employee promotions. Bethany Smith has been hired as the Vice President of Accounting; Amy Sithavady has been promoted to Vice President of HR and Compliance; Kimberly Parker has been promoted to Vice President of Service Center Operations;
Unitus Community Credit Union Announces Partnership with The Wetlands Conservancy
Unitus Community Credit Union is proud to announce a new partnership with The Wetlands Conservancy to support the preservation and care of our invaluable wetlands ecosystems. This partnership underscores the credit union’s dedication to environmental sustainability and community impact.
Eltropy to demonstrate practical applications of generative AI for credit unions at GAC 2025
Eltropy to Feature AI-Powered Unified Conversations Platform at Governmental Affairs Conference 2025 Eltropy to demonstrate practical applications of generative AI for community financial institutions at the leading credit union advocacy event SANTA CLARA, Calif. — January 31, 2025 — Eltropy, the leading AI-powered digital conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), will present its latest
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: January 31, 2025
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
INOVA Federal Donates $510 To Church Community Services
The team at INOVA Federal recently presented a check for $510 to Church Community Services. Church Community Services aids the residents of Elkhart County with emergency assistance, job and life-skills training, and much more.
Corporate One Presents CU Forward: Sharing Knowledge, Shaping Success on February 26, 2025
Corporate One Federal Credit Union is excited to announce CU Forward: Sharing Knowledge, Shaping Success, a dynamic half-day virtual conference for credit union leaders and professionals, taking place online on February 26, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM EST. CU Forward empowers credit union professionals with knowledge and actionable strategies. The event will feature
Sparrow and CUNA Strategic Services Unite to Empower Gen Z & Millennial Financial Futures
CUNA Strategic Services is pleased to announce its new alliance with Sparrow, a trailblazer in fintech disruption. This collaboration aims to help credit unions meet the unique lending and engagement needs and aspirations of Gen Z and Millennial members.
Advia Credit Union Exceeds $1 Million in 2024 Giving Across Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois
Advia Credit Union made an extraordinary impact in 2024, contributing over $1 Million across Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois through its Advia Foundation, Advancing Lives initiatives, sponsorships, scholarships, and other donations. In addition, the Advia team contributed over 6,500 volunteer hours throughout the year—an increase from previous years and the equivalent of more than 270 full
Meridia Community Credit Union Signs New and Renewal Agreements with Synergent
Synergent® is thrilled to announce Meridia Community Credit Union has signed a ten-year renewal agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing. Additionally, the credit union has committed to a new five-year agreement for Integrated Credit Card Services, as well as five-year renewal agreements for numerous additional services.
Elan Charitable Giving Program Surpasses $2 Million in Donations
MINNEAPOLIS — Elan Credit Card today announced $250,000 in donations across 25 communities through its philanthropic initiative, the Elan Charitable Giving program. Each $10,000 donation was given to a local organization selected by an Elan Credit Card partner. “Over the last three years, this program has received such positive response from our partners and their
Pasadena Federal Credit Union Selects Hector Martin as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
Pasadena, CA, January 23, 2025. Pasadena Federal Credit Union proudly announces Hector Martin as its new Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). Martin will drive the Credit Union’s growth and strategic evolution, focusing on enhancing member and employee experiences, strengthening stakeholder engagement, and advancing the Credit Union’s mission to “Engage, Educate, and Inspire every community member.” Overseeing
Education Foundation for California Schools Announces Grant Recipients for 2024 Applicants
The Education Foundation for California Schools, a non-profit organization created by SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and the Orange County Department of Education, today announced that it awarded 119 grants to teachers throughout the state to help fund programs designed to encourage students to learn and excel in the core subjects of language arts, science and
Synergent and Clutch Sign New Partnership
Meriwest Credit Union Announces Gene Fichtenholz as Vice President, Chief Technology Officer
BECU names Carla Costa-Perales as Chief Impact Officer
TowerCares Foundation Donates $70,000 to Local Food Banks to Help Marylanders Impacted by the Government Shutdown
CUNA Strategic Services Announces Huloop Automation as Latest Alliance Provider Driving Efficiency Through Work Intelligence and Automation for Credit Unions
Centra President and CEO Rick Silvers announces retirement; Centra’s Brad Davis named next President and CEO
Vizo Financial’s November 2025 Education Calendar
Safelight, Inc. Receives $500,000 Grant from SECU Foundation for Domestic Violence Shelter Expansion
Alogent Partners with Vine to Accelerate Commercial Lending Workflows
One Nevada Sets New Food Bank Donation Record During 75th Anniversary Year
ALM First’s 2026 Conference Calendar Announced
Freedom First Announces CEO Retirement and Selection of New CEO
1st Community FCU CEO Bill Nikolauk appointed to CU*Answers Board of Directors
LAFCU Breaks Ground on New Drive-up Teller Site in Perry
SchoolsFirst FCU Opens 71st Branch in California – Burbank Now Open
myCUmortgage Recognizes Partner Credit Unions for Making Members’ Homeownership Dreams a Reality
Corporate Central Energizes the Credit Union Movement at Inaugural Momentum Conference
EECU Earns Prestigious Raddon Crystal Performance Award
Indiana Members Foundation Raises Over $90,000 to Support Local Nonprofits and Schools
Meriwest Community Foundation Honored as Financial Resiliency Champion for Youth Advocacy
EECU and the Tulare County Office of Education Celebrate Excellent Educators
ASA Live for Sharetec Credit Unions, Shaping the Future of Securely Connected Finance
Greater Eastern Credit Union Partners with Synergent in New Technology Agreement
EECU Partners with SLO County Office of Education to Honor Educators
Appli Reaches One-Year Milestone with 10 Credit Union Partners and $1 Billion in Member Calculations
Corelation Continues Its Growth with 13 New Credit Union Signings in Third Quarter 2025, Totaling $9.9 Billion in Assets
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: October 17, 2025
Alogent’s Unify Named Finalist for Best Consumer Payments Solution at The PayTech Awards USA
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and Sacramento Republic Football Club Honor Sacramento 2026 Teachers of the Year
Redwood Credit Union inspires hope by supporting foster youth
Synergent and Clutch Sign New Partnership
Meriwest Credit Union Announces Gene Fichtenholz as Vice President, Chief Technology Officer
BECU names Carla Costa-Perales as Chief Impact Officer
TowerCares Foundation Donates $70,000 to Local Food Banks to Help Marylanders Impacted by the Government Shutdown
CUNA Strategic Services Announces Huloop Automation as Latest Alliance Provider Driving Efficiency Through Work Intelligence and Automation for Credit Unions
Centra President and CEO Rick Silvers announces retirement; Centra’s Brad Davis named next President and CEO
Vizo Financial’s November 2025 Education Calendar
Safelight, Inc. Receives $500,000 Grant from SECU Foundation for Domestic Violence Shelter Expansion
Alogent Partners with Vine to Accelerate Commercial Lending Workflows
One Nevada Sets New Food Bank Donation Record During 75th Anniversary Year
ALM First’s 2026 Conference Calendar Announced
Freedom First Announces CEO Retirement and Selection of New CEO
1st Community FCU CEO Bill Nikolauk appointed to CU*Answers Board of Directors
LAFCU Breaks Ground on New Drive-up Teller Site in Perry
SchoolsFirst FCU Opens 71st Branch in California – Burbank Now Open
myCUmortgage Recognizes Partner Credit Unions for Making Members’ Homeownership Dreams a Reality
Corporate Central Energizes the Credit Union Movement at Inaugural Momentum Conference
EECU Earns Prestigious Raddon Crystal Performance Award
Indiana Members Foundation Raises Over $90,000 to Support Local Nonprofits and Schools
Meriwest Community Foundation Honored as Financial Resiliency Champion for Youth Advocacy
EECU and the Tulare County Office of Education Celebrate Excellent Educators
ASA Live for Sharetec Credit Unions, Shaping the Future of Securely Connected Finance
Greater Eastern Credit Union Partners with Synergent in New Technology Agreement
EECU Partners with SLO County Office of Education to Honor Educators
Appli Reaches One-Year Milestone with 10 Credit Union Partners and $1 Billion in Member Calculations
Corelation Continues Its Growth with 13 New Credit Union Signings in Third Quarter 2025, Totaling $9.9 Billion in Assets
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: October 17, 2025
Alogent’s Unify Named Finalist for Best Consumer Payments Solution at The PayTech Awards USA
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and Sacramento Republic Football Club Honor Sacramento 2026 Teachers of the Year
Redwood Credit Union inspires hope by supporting foster youth
Synergent and Clutch Sign New Partnership
Meriwest Credit Union Announces Gene Fichtenholz as Vice President, Chief Technology Officer
BECU names Carla Costa-Perales as Chief Impact Officer
TowerCares Foundation Donates $70,000 to Local Food Banks to Help Marylanders Impacted by the Government Shutdown
CUNA Strategic Services Announces Huloop Automation as Latest Alliance Provider Driving Efficiency Through Work Intelligence and Automation for Credit Unions
Centra President and CEO Rick Silvers announces retirement; Centra’s Brad Davis named next President and CEO
