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Quantum Governance, L3C Launches the Michael G. Daigneault Excellence in Governance Grant to Empower Credit Unions and Nonprofits

[HENNIKER, NH] – Quantum Governance, L3C is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking governance grant program, honoring Co-Founder and Principal Consultant Michael G. Daigneault. This initiative aims to strengthen the governance capabilities of nonprofits and small credit unions, empowering them to drive positive change and enhance their community impact through excellence in governance

Elan Financial Services Appoints Peter Klukken as New Leader

New head of Elan Credit Card solutions brings extensive banking and payments experience to top credit card issuance provider Elan Financial Services, a division of U.S. Bank that provides agent banking credit cards to more than 1,200 financial institution partners, announced today that Peter Klukken has been named head of the Elan Financial Services credit

Credit Union Sponsors Black Maternal Health Week Events

In honor of Black Maternal Health Week (April 11 to 17), Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) is proud to sponsor events hosted by the BLACK Wellness & Prosperity Center (BWPC) in Fresno. These initiatives aim to improve Black maternal and infant health outcomes in the Central Valley.

Intrepid Credit Union Selects Cindy Trimp as Vice President of Finance

Helena, MT, April 3, 2025. Intrepid Credit Union proudly announces Cindy Trimp as its new Vice President of Finance. In this role, Trimp will oversee financial strategy, reporting, and long-term planning to support the credit union’s continued growth and service excellence. With a strong background in financial leadership, Trimp brings expertise in performance analysis, compliance,

Novo Federal Credit Union Selects George San Martin as President & CEO

Norco, CA, April 3, 2025. The Board of Directors of Novo Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of George San Martin as the credit union’s next President and Chief Executive Officer. He will succeed Rosie Zarubick, who is retiring after 12 years of dedicated leadership and service to Novo FCU and its

EECU Sponsors Scholarships for Local Students Through Foundation for Central Schools

Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) is proud to announce its sponsorship of scholarships awarded through the Foundation for Central Schools, directly helping local students in their pursuit of higher education. The scholarships were presented on April 3 at the foundation’s annual awards ceremony, recognizing outstanding high school seniors for their academic achievements, leadership, and community

FI CONNECT FUNDS $1 BILLION IN LOANS ITS INAUGURAL YEAR

Origence, the leading credit union lending technology company in the U.S., announced its subsidiary, FI Connect, funded $1 billion in Tesla purchases in its first year of operations. FI Connect offers credit union financing options to national retailers, providing borrowers with affordable solutions with embedded financing. In its inaugural year, the company enabled embedded financing

Penlanco FCU Expands Partnership with Aurora Advantage, Signs Agreement for Online and Mobile Banking Platform

Penlanco Federal Credit Union, a long-standing customer of Aurora Advantage core, is expanding its relationship by signing a new agreement to implement the provider’s cutting-edge Aurora Online and Mobile Banking platform. This strategic move enhances the credit union’s digital offerings and reflects its continued commitment to delivering modern, convenient, and secure banking experiences for its

Callahan & Associates Celebrates 40 Years Of Credit Union Impact

Washington, DC – Callahan & Associates proudly marks its 40th anniversary, celebrating four decades of innovation, leadership, and commitment to serving the credit union industry. Since its founding in 1985, Callahan has been at the forefront of industry transformation, providing data-driven insights, strategic guidance, and fostering collaboration among credit union leaders nationwide.

LAFCU’s $10K Innovation for Education grant to fund school improvements

LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU is once again inviting Michigan K-12 schools to apply for its Innovation for Education grant by April 30 for a chance to receive $10,000 to enhance their learning environment. Schools can use the grant for flexible seating, updated technology, equipment upgrades, or special projects such as a school garden or sensory room.

Vizo Financial’s April 2025 Education Calendar

Vizo Financial Corporate Credit Union is committed to ensuring the long-term success of your credit union, which is why we provide a wide array of educational conferences, workshops and webinars. Vizo Financial is pleased to announce our educational opportunities for the month of April 2025.

LAFCU strengthens team with key promotion and new hires

LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU has strengthened its team with a strategic promotion and two new hires. These moves support the Michigan credit union’s commitment to providing exceptional service and fostering community engagement.

LAFCU celebrates reading month with a sweet lesson in financial literacy

LANSING, Mich. — In celebration of March as National Reading Month, LAFCU brought its Listen & Learn—All About Donuts program to Winans Elementary School in Lansing for a fun and educational event March 11. The Michigan credit union teamed up with Quality Dairy to offer first-grade students an engaging experience that combined reading, financial literacy, and hands-on donut decorating.

36 CUES Emerge Participants Selected from Record Number of Applicants

MADISON, WI – March 27, 2025 – Thirty-six emerging credit union leaders have been selected from a record 126 applicants to participate in the 2025 CUES Emerge competition. Representing 19 U.S. states and two Canadian provinces, these up-and-coming professionals will take part in a dynamic program designed to strengthen leadership skills and strategic thinking.

USSFCU Recognized Nationally as a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace

The United States Senate Federal Credit Union (USSFCU) is proud to announce that it has once again been named a 2025 USA Today Top Workplace, a national recognition that celebrates organizations with exceptional workplace cultures. “We are honored to receive this national recognition,” said Timothy L. Anderson, President & CEO of USSFCU. “This award is

Protecht secures strategic investment to accelerate innovation and growth.

Protecht Group is excited to announce a significant investment from PSG, a leading growth equity firm that specializes in partnering with high-growth software companies. This investment marks a key milestone in our journey, enabling us to accelerate innovation, expand our global reach, and continue delivering best-in-class risk management solutions to our customers, partners, and stakeholders.

New Product Releases

Quavo Unveils Industry’s First AI-Powered Analyst Delivering End-to-End 24/7 Dispute Automation

Quavo, Inc. (“Quavo”), the leading AI disputes technology partner and strategic advisor for financial institutions and technology companies, today announced ...
Other

CUES Announces Mark Robnett as New Board Chair

MADISON, Wis.—March 31, 2026—CUES is pleased to announce that Mark Robnett, President/CEO of Justice Federal Credit Union, will assume the ...
Other

Virginia Business Announces Chartway Credit Union as One of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia for Second Consecutive Year

For the second year in a row, Virginia Business has named Chartway Credit Union as one of the 2026 Best ...
New Product Releases

Cooperative Credit Union Association Launches Data Strategy Assessment Initiative Powered by Arkatechture

New program gives credit union leaders a clear picture of where their data stands today and a custom playbook for ...
Technology

St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Surpasses 10 Bitcoin in Digital Asset Vault Milestone

St. Cloud Financial Credit Union (SCFCU) has surpassed 10 Bitcoin safeguarded in its CU-Digital Asset Vault™, reaching the milestone within ...
Making A Difference

EECU Supports 8th Annual Laotian Educational Conference

FRESNO, Calif. (March 30, 2026) – Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) proudly sponsored the Annual Laotian Educational Conference hosted by ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 27, 2026

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

Quavo Named Winner of the 2026 CreditUnions.com Innovation Series Fraud Prevention and Resolution Category

Quavo, Inc. (“Quavo”), a leading AI disputes technology partner and strategic advisor to financial institutions and technology companies, today announced ...
Personnel Promotions

For Immediate Release – Peake Federal Credit Union Appoints Stacie Sloan as President/CEO

Towson, MD, Friday, March 27, 2026. Peake Federal Credit Union today announced the appointment of Stacie Sloan as its new ...
Other

Vizo Financial’s April 2026 Education Calendar

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

CreditUnions.com Wraps Up The 2026 Innovation Series

Washington, DC  – After weeks of online showcases, CreditUnions.com has concluded its 2026 Innovation Series. The series highlighted practical solutions designed to help credit ...

LAFCU to host free Shred Day event April 25

LANSING, Mich. — With tax season in full swing, many individuals are sorting through financial records, receipts and old statements—often ...
Other

36 Innovators, One Transformative Program: Introducing the 2026 CUES Emerge Cohort

MADISON, WI — March 26, 2026 —Thirty-six emerging leaders from across North America have been selected to participate in the ...

2026 ALM First Financial Institute Wraps Up with Insightful Key Takeaways after 3-Days of Learning

Dallas, TX – The 2026 ALM First Financial Institute wrapped up yesterday after three days of educational sessions at The Ritz-Carlton ...

Sound Credit Union Welcomes Jamie Mullenix as SVP/Chief People and Culture Office

TACOMA, Wash. – Sound Credit Union (Sound) has appointed Jamie Mullenix, CCUE-WCMS as its Senior Vice President and Chief People ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Day 1 of ALM First Financial Institute Kicks Off with Economic Overview, Depository Trends & Timely Insights

Dallas, TX – The first day of ALM First’s Financial Institute kicked off yesterday at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas with ...
Personnel Promotions

For Immediate Release – Securityplus Federal Credit Union Elevates Strategy and Lending Leadership with Key Executive Moves

Baltimore, MD, March 23, 2026. Securityplus Federal Credit Union, one of Maryland’s largest and most diverse credit unions, announces key ...
Strategic Partnerships

Orsa Credit Union Selects Appli to Modernize Digital Member Experience

Appli, a provider of artificial intelligence-powered financial calculators, announced today that orsa credit union (formerly Community Financial Credit Union) selected ...
Lending

University of Lending: Strengthening Credit Union Lending from the Inside Out

Led by Lorrie Wohlfeil of Lending Solutions Consulting, Inc., the University of Lending equips credit union professionals with the tools ...
Strategic Partnerships

SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with Friends of Sacramento Arts for the 2026 Heroes of Arts Education Gala

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union partnered with Friends of Sacramento Arts to honor educators and community advocates at the fourth annual ...
Personnel Promotions

BAXTER CREDIT UNION (BCU) ANNOUNCES CEO SUCCESSION PLAN 

Baxter Credit Union (BCU) today announced that following regular succession planning discussions with the Board of Directors, BCU’s President/CEO, Michael G. Valentine, ...
Strategic Partnerships

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 ...
Personnel Promotions

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 ...
Other

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% ...
Operations & HR

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 ...
Personnel Promotions

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, ...
Operations & HR

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 ...
Strategic Partnerships

eDOC Innovations and Advanced Fraud Solutions Partner to Bring Deposit Fraud Intelligence to Credit Union Check Imaging

eDOC and AFS partner to bring deposit fraud intelligence to eDOC’s credit union check processing clients, giving them the ability ...
Other

Indiana Members Credit Union Celebrates Bottleworks Headquarters Grand Opening and 70th Anniversary

Indiana Members Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of its Bottleworks Corporate Headquarters with a ribbon cutting and community celebration, ...
Making A Difference

Maine Credit Unions Expand Financial Education with New Curriculum Focused on Protecting Assets and Preventing Fraud

Fraud is on the rise and Maine Credit Unions are stepping up. “Protecting Your Assets,” the latest financial education curriculum ...
New Product Releases

Quavo Unveils Industry’s First AI-Powered Analyst Delivering End-to-End 24/7 Dispute Automation

Quavo, Inc. (“Quavo”), the leading AI disputes technology partner and strategic advisor for financial institutions and technology companies, today announced ...
Other

CUES Announces Mark Robnett as New Board Chair

MADISON, Wis.—March 31, 2026—CUES is pleased to announce that Mark Robnett, President/CEO of Justice Federal Credit Union, will assume the ...
Other

Virginia Business Announces Chartway Credit Union as One of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia for Second Consecutive Year

For the second year in a row, Virginia Business has named Chartway Credit Union as one of the 2026 Best ...
New Product Releases

Cooperative Credit Union Association Launches Data Strategy Assessment Initiative Powered by Arkatechture

New program gives credit union leaders a clear picture of where their data stands today and a custom playbook for ...
Technology

St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Surpasses 10 Bitcoin in Digital Asset Vault Milestone

St. Cloud Financial Credit Union (SCFCU) has surpassed 10 Bitcoin safeguarded in its CU-Digital Asset Vault™, reaching the milestone within ...
Making A Difference

EECU Supports 8th Annual Laotian Educational Conference

FRESNO, Calif. (March 30, 2026) – Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) proudly sponsored the Annual Laotian Educational Conference hosted by ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 27, 2026

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

Quavo Named Winner of the 2026 CreditUnions.com Innovation Series Fraud Prevention and Resolution Category

Quavo, Inc. (“Quavo”), a leading AI disputes technology partner and strategic advisor to financial institutions and technology companies, today announced ...
Personnel Promotions

For Immediate Release – Peake Federal Credit Union Appoints Stacie Sloan as President/CEO

Towson, MD, Friday, March 27, 2026. Peake Federal Credit Union today announced the appointment of Stacie Sloan as its new ...
Other

Vizo Financial’s April 2026 Education Calendar

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

CreditUnions.com Wraps Up The 2026 Innovation Series

Washington, DC  – After weeks of online showcases, CreditUnions.com has concluded its 2026 Innovation Series. The series highlighted practical solutions designed to help credit ...

LAFCU to host free Shred Day event April 25

LANSING, Mich. — With tax season in full swing, many individuals are sorting through financial records, receipts and old statements—often ...
Other

36 Innovators, One Transformative Program: Introducing the 2026 CUES Emerge Cohort

MADISON, WI — March 26, 2026 —Thirty-six emerging leaders from across North America have been selected to participate in the ...

2026 ALM First Financial Institute Wraps Up with Insightful Key Takeaways after 3-Days of Learning

Dallas, TX – The 2026 ALM First Financial Institute wrapped up yesterday after three days of educational sessions at The Ritz-Carlton ...

Sound Credit Union Welcomes Jamie Mullenix as SVP/Chief People and Culture Office

TACOMA, Wash. – Sound Credit Union (Sound) has appointed Jamie Mullenix, CCUE-WCMS as its Senior Vice President and Chief People ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Day 1 of ALM First Financial Institute Kicks Off with Economic Overview, Depository Trends & Timely Insights

Dallas, TX – The first day of ALM First’s Financial Institute kicked off yesterday at The Ritz-Carlton Dallas, Las Colinas with ...
Personnel Promotions

For Immediate Release – Securityplus Federal Credit Union Elevates Strategy and Lending Leadership with Key Executive Moves

Baltimore, MD, March 23, 2026. Securityplus Federal Credit Union, one of Maryland’s largest and most diverse credit unions, announces key ...
Strategic Partnerships

Orsa Credit Union Selects Appli to Modernize Digital Member Experience

Appli, a provider of artificial intelligence-powered financial calculators, announced today that orsa credit union (formerly Community Financial Credit Union) selected ...
Lending

University of Lending: Strengthening Credit Union Lending from the Inside Out

Led by Lorrie Wohlfeil of Lending Solutions Consulting, Inc., the University of Lending equips credit union professionals with the tools ...
Strategic Partnerships

SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with Friends of Sacramento Arts for the 2026 Heroes of Arts Education Gala

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union partnered with Friends of Sacramento Arts to honor educators and community advocates at the fourth annual ...
Personnel Promotions

BAXTER CREDIT UNION (BCU) ANNOUNCES CEO SUCCESSION PLAN 

Baxter Credit Union (BCU) today announced that following regular succession planning discussions with the Board of Directors, BCU’s President/CEO, Michael G. Valentine, ...
Strategic Partnerships

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 ...
Personnel Promotions

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 ...
Other

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% ...
Operations & HR

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 ...
Personnel Promotions

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, ...
Operations & HR

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 ...
Strategic Partnerships

eDOC Innovations and Advanced Fraud Solutions Partner to Bring Deposit Fraud Intelligence to Credit Union Check Imaging

eDOC and AFS partner to bring deposit fraud intelligence to eDOC’s credit union check processing clients, giving them the ability ...
Other

Indiana Members Credit Union Celebrates Bottleworks Headquarters Grand Opening and 70th Anniversary

Indiana Members Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of its Bottleworks Corporate Headquarters with a ribbon cutting and community celebration, ...
Making A Difference

Maine Credit Unions Expand Financial Education with New Curriculum Focused on Protecting Assets and Preventing Fraud

Fraud is on the rise and Maine Credit Unions are stepping up. “Protecting Your Assets,” the latest financial education curriculum ...

Quavo Unveils Industry’s First AI-Powered Analyst Delivering End-to-End 24/7 Dispute Automation

Quavo, Inc. (“Quavo”), the leading AI disputes technology partner and strategic advisor for financial institutions and technology companies, today announced the launch of Aria™, a ...

CUES Announces Mark Robnett as New Board Chair

MADISON, Wis.—March 31, 2026—CUES is pleased to announce that Mark Robnett, President/CEO of Justice Federal Credit Union, will assume the role of CUES Board Chair ...

Virginia Business Announces Chartway Credit Union as One of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia for Second Consecutive Year

For the second year in a row, Virginia Business has named Chartway Credit Union as one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia. ...

Cooperative Credit Union Association Launches Data Strategy Assessment Initiative Powered by Arkatechture

New program gives credit union leaders a clear picture of where their data stands today and a custom playbook for next steps.

St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Surpasses 10 Bitcoin in Digital Asset Vault Milestone

St. Cloud Financial Credit Union (SCFCU) has surpassed 10 Bitcoin safeguarded in its CU-Digital Asset Vault™, reaching the milestone within the first weeks of availability ...

EECU Supports 8th Annual Laotian Educational Conference

FRESNO, Calif. (March 30, 2026) – Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) proudly sponsored the Annual Laotian Educational Conference hosted by the Laotian American Community of ...
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