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.
Unitus Community Credit Union Earns LEED Certification for Tigard Facility
Unitus Business Center-Tigard recognized with Silver Certification for environmental sustainability stewardship.
Cloudvirga completes enhanced integration with ICE Mortgage Technology
Mortgage point-of-sale (POS) provider Cloudvirga announced enhancements to its integration with ICE Mortgage Technology that will improve performance, security and maintainability for credit unions originating mortgage loans with ICE’s Encompass loan origination system (LOS).
IntelliTrade Open Banking partners with Infintegration to facilitate Open Banking Integration to Core Systems and Software
IntelliTrade Open Banking is excited to announce that we have partnered with Infintegration which specializes in enabling integration to legacy core banking systems. Together we support financial institutions and their stakeholders in aligning their Open Banking strategy with their strategic objectives and accompany the process through all stages of the implementation roadmap including post-launch support
United Federal Credit Union to Offer Down Payment Assistance to Indiana Mortgage Borrowers
Securing funds for the down payment on a new home can be challenging to many borrowers, but a new agreement between United Federal Credit Union (United) and the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) will offer mortgage assistance for qualified applicants. The IHCDA Down Payment Assistance Program (DPA) provides four different options for borrowers
TriVerity Announces Collection Academy 2025
TriVerity, Velera’s leading delinquency management resource, has opened registration for its 2025 Collection Academy, taking place September 22-24, at the Hyatt Regency in Bloomington, Minnesota.
Origence’s eContracting Solution to Streamline Indirect Auto Financing for Credit Unions
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announced the expansion of its streamlined indirect auto financing solutions with eContracting for CUDL to help credit unions digitize the contract process for indirect auto financing. EContracting for CUDL is offered via the CUDL platform, where dealers connect with credit unions for auto financing options,
TruPartner Credit Union Elevates Member Experience by Launching Buy Now, Pay Later
TruPartner has selected equipifi, a leading BNPL platform designed for financial institutions, to power its solution. With this launch, TruPartner will extend personalized, pre-qualified BNPL offers to members in its digital banking experience. TruPartner’s BNPL program serves its members through their shopping journey. It includes both a pre-purchase feature that gives members access to extra
TruPartner Credit Union Elevates Member Experience by Launching Buy Now, Pay Later
TruPartner has selected equipifi, a leading BNPL platform designed for financial institutions, to power its solution. With this launch, TruPartner will extend personalized, pre-qualified BNPL offers to members in its digital banking experience. TruPartner’s BNPL program serves its members through their shopping journey. It includes both a pre-purchase feature that gives members access to extra
C.W. Williams Community Health Center Awarded $500,000 Grant for New Medical Facility in Charlotte
SECU Foundation has awarded a $500,000 capital grant to C.W. Williams Community Health Center (CWWCHC) to support the construction of a new medical facility that will serve low-income and uninsured residents in a nine-county region of southwest North Carolina. The new facility will expand the non-profit’s reach to 25,000 patients annually, a 92% capacity increase.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 28, 2025
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
News Release: Dirigo Federal Credit Union Extends Long-Term Partnership with Synergent
Good morning, Synergent is pleased to share some exciting news with you before the weekend. Dirigo FCU recently renewed their partnership with Synergent, signing a ten-year agreement for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing. Dirigo also has extended its agreements for another five years on Opening Act™, Integrated Debit Card Services, Mobile Deposit Capture, and
SECU Foundation Honored with CCUF Hero Award for Partner in Philanthropy
SECU Foundation has been named a recipient of the 2024 Carolinas Credit Union Foundation (CCUF) Hero Award for Partner in Philanthropy. The award honors the Foundation’s commitment and practices that exude philanthropic character and affirm the credit union People Helping People® philosophy.
Justice Federal Credit Union $1 Billion in Assets and Growing
Justice Federal Credit Union (Justice Federal) headquartered in Chantilly, VA., achieved a major milestone in 2024― the Credit Union surpassed $1 billion in assets. Justice Federal’s story began in 1935 when 12 employees of the Department of Justice pooled their monies to establish The Department of Justice Federal Credit Union, the first official branch, which
Justice Federal Offers Resources for Members Affected by the Federal Government’s Downsizing of the Federal Workforce
Justice Federal Credit Union (Justice Federal) headquartered in Chantilly, VA., announces an array of resources to assist former federal employees, and contractors impacted by job loss or dual household income loss resulting from the Federal Government’s workforce reduction and budget cuts. “What matters to us, is our Members and their family,” said Mark L. Robnett,
SECU Foundation Initiates Phase Three Disaster Relief Package of $3.45 Million for Western North Carolina
The SECU Foundation Board of Directors approved a third phase of Hurricane Helene disaster relief funding totaling $3.45 million for seven non-profit organizations assisting residents and communities in Western North Carolina (WNC). The funding will help address long-term housing needs, resources for at-risk groups, and organizational capacity to meet increased demand for services.
Credit Unions First Partners with CU*SOUTH to Use Technology to Reshape Traditional Insurance Mode
Credit Unions First, a pioneering financial and insurance services credit union service organization, announced a strategic partnership with CU*SOUTH, a leading provider of credit union software and solutions that streamline operations and enhance service to members. This collaboration is positioned to enrich product offerings, deliver efficiencies and enhance member experiences for the credit unions it serves.
Finalytics.ai and CUNA Strategic Services Announce New Alliance to Drive Personalization and Growth for Credit Unions
CUNA Strategic Services is pleased to announce their new alliance with Finalytics.ai. Finalytics.ai is the first community financial institution platform to apply real-time AI, dynamic segmentation, and machine learning to create personalized digital experiences at scale.
Origence Closes 2024 Funding $53 Billion For Two Million Members
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, closed 2024 with $53 billion in funding and serving two million members. As a result, the company’s market share among $1 billion credit unions has grown to more than 55%. Today, the company supports 1,100 credit unions of all sizes, representing more than 66 million
Truliant Foundation Celebrates 2024 Giving Impact
The Truliant Foundation is proud to share the significant impact its programs had in 2024 across the Carolinas and Virginia, including Education Grants, Community Mini Grants, scholarships, an Employee Relief Fund, charitable giving and disaster relief. Last year, the Truliant Foundation awarded $534,400 to more than 100 organizations, 64% of which serve low-income communities and
For Immediate Release – Bay Federal Credit Union Selects Mark Ely as Senior Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)
Capitola, CA, February 24, 2025. Bay Federal Credit Union proudly announces Mark Ely as its new Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer (SVP & CMO). Ely will drive the credit union’s marketing evolution, focusing on elevating brand recognition and deepening community engagement to advance our mission of growing and thriving, one smile at a
Christian Financial Outreach & Impact Foundation Awards $26,563 in Grants to Local Nonprofits
Sterling Heights, Mich., (Feb. 25, 2025) – The Christian Financial Credit Union Outreach & Impact Foundation today announced its latest round of grant awards to local organizations that make a significant impact on the region. These grants reflect the Foundation’s continued commitment to supporting programs that promote financial well-being, quality of life and empowering the
USSFCU Featured on The Balancing Act Local Edition Washington D.C.,
The United States Senate Federal Credit Union (USSFCU) was recently spotlighted on The Balancing Act Local Edition Washington D.C., highlighting its 90-year legacy of financial security, member-focused banking solutions, and community support. The segment aired on Sunday, February 22, and is now available online. The segment showcases USSFCU’s commitment to helping individuals and families achieve
Cloudvirga joins ACUMA to help credit unions elevate the member lending experience
Cloudvirga, a leading provider of digital mortgage point-of-sale platforms, has joined the American Credit Union Mortgage Association (ACUMA) as an affiliate member. Through its membership, Cloudvirga aims to support credit unions in delivering exceptional member lending experiences while improving efficiency through automation and intelligent workflow solutions.
INOVA Federal Raises over $3,300 for Special Olympics Indiana
INOVA Federal recently raised over $3,300 for Special Olympics Indiana during their “Polar Plunge” campaign. Special Olympics Indiana is a nonprofit organization that is a part of the global Special Olympics movement, using sport, health, education, and leadership programs every day around the world to end discrimination against and empower people with intellectual disabilities.
GTE Financial Kicks Off 14th Annual Student Scholarship Program to Support Academic Excellence and Community Engagement
GTE Financial is thrilled to announce applications are now open for the 14th Annual Student Scholarship Program. This year, the credit union will award $3,000 in scholarships to dedicated GTE student-members who demonstrate both academic excellence and active community involvement.
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Northern Michigan
United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike White to Mortgage Advisor serving the Traverse City area.
SECU Foundation Awards $2 Million Grant to Support Expansion of the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher
SECU Foundation has awarded a $2 million capital grant to the North Carolina Aquarium Society, contributing to the expansion of the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher (NCAFF). The development project will increase the interactive space at the state’s most visited aquarium and include a new education center to serve North Carolina students.
Algebrik AI and Conductiv Elevate Lending with Permissioned Data, Automated Stipulations, and Smarter Underwriting
Algebrik AI, the world’s first cloud-native, AI-powered Loan Origination Platform (LOS), has announced a strategic partnership with Conductiv to enhance credit unions’ lending capabilities. By integrating Conductiv’s consumer-permissioned data, Algebrik AI enables lenders to automate stipulation workflows, strengthen risk models with alternative data, and accelerate loan approvals from days to minutes. This collaboration empowers credit
Pioneer Valley Credit Union Speeds Loan Processing with Eltropy’s AI-Powered Digital Platform
Eltropy, the leading AI-powered digital conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), announced today that Pioneer Valley Credit Union has moved 90% of its loan communications to text messaging using Eltropy’s secure platform integrated with MeridianLink. Pioneer Valley Credit Union, which serves members across Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and Vermont, processes
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 21, 2025
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Hanscom Federal Credit Union Selects Corelation’s KeyStone to Advance Its Members First Mission and Long-Term Innovation
Credit Union West Partners with Arkatechture to Advance Enterprise Data & Analytics Capabilities
Vizo Financial Launches DefaultSleuth to Help Credit Unions Shift from Reactive Collections to Proactive Risk Prevention
For Immediate Release – Natco Credit Union Appoints Tim Frame as President/CEO
Final Weeks To Apply For LAFCU’s 2026 Write To Educate Essay Contest
CRIF Select Welcomes Julie Nielsen as SVP of Account Management to Accelerate Client Growth and Enterprise Value
Bipartisan AFFORD Act Will Strengthen CDFI Fund
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 27, 2026
SECU and SECU Foundation Receive Disaster Response Champions Award for Helene Relief Efforts
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Launches CU-Digital Asset Vault™ — Positioning the Credit Union as the most Valuable Wallet for Member Digital Wealth
Appli CEO Tim Pranger to Showcase Real-Time Property Value Calculator at CUNA GAC 2026
Newsweek names Redwood Credit Union one of the Greatest Midsize Workplaces for Women
Ocean State Credit Union Selects Synergent for Core Processing and Integrated Services
eDOC Innovations Announces Product Enhancements
Vizo Financial’s March 2026 Education Calendar
Meriwest Credit Union Wins Top Honor as Best Credit Union in Silicon Valley 2026
Origence Ends 2025 with 17% Growth in Fundings; Expands AI-Driven Lending Technology
Xpress Data Inc. hires Kirk Drake as new President
Catherine Bryant and Jonah Kaufman of Coastal Wealth Management Recognized as Distinguished Financial Professionals by LPL Financial
Credit Unions Gain Edge with New CashBack+ Credit Card Rewards
ICUL Launches “Credit Unions in Action” to Showcase Statewide Community Impact
Apple Federal Credit Union Partners with Quavo to Modernize Dispute Operations and Elevate Member Experience
Wings Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting KeyStone to Elevate Its Future
FI Connect Expands with Home Improvement Lending Channel, Helping Credit Unions Access New Home Renovation Loan Opportunities
Callahan & Gallup Welcome Two Credit Unions To The Member Engagement And Financial Wellbeing Consortium
QuantyPhi Welcomes Max Bade as ALM & CECL Analyst
LAFCU, Quality Dairy partner for third annual Paczki Palooza to benefit local charities
EECU Celebrates Fresno Unified Excellence in Education Honorees
Coastal Credit Union Headquarters Renovation Earns Multiple Honors
Woodford State Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
Hanscom Federal Credit Union Selects Corelation’s KeyStone to Advance Its Members First Mission and Long-Term Innovation
Credit Union West Partners with Arkatechture to Advance Enterprise Data & Analytics Capabilities
Vizo Financial Launches DefaultSleuth to Help Credit Unions Shift from Reactive Collections to Proactive Risk Prevention
For Immediate Release – Natco Credit Union Appoints Tim Frame as President/CEO
Final Weeks To Apply For LAFCU’s 2026 Write To Educate Essay Contest
CRIF Select Welcomes Julie Nielsen as SVP of Account Management to Accelerate Client Growth and Enterprise Value
Bipartisan AFFORD Act Will Strengthen CDFI Fund
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 27, 2026
SECU and SECU Foundation Receive Disaster Response Champions Award for Helene Relief Efforts
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Launches CU-Digital Asset Vault™ — Positioning the Credit Union as the most Valuable Wallet for Member Digital Wealth
Appli CEO Tim Pranger to Showcase Real-Time Property Value Calculator at CUNA GAC 2026
Newsweek names Redwood Credit Union one of the Greatest Midsize Workplaces for Women
Ocean State Credit Union Selects Synergent for Core Processing and Integrated Services
eDOC Innovations Announces Product Enhancements
Vizo Financial’s March 2026 Education Calendar
Meriwest Credit Union Wins Top Honor as Best Credit Union in Silicon Valley 2026
Origence Ends 2025 with 17% Growth in Fundings; Expands AI-Driven Lending Technology
Xpress Data Inc. hires Kirk Drake as new President
Catherine Bryant and Jonah Kaufman of Coastal Wealth Management Recognized as Distinguished Financial Professionals by LPL Financial
Credit Unions Gain Edge with New CashBack+ Credit Card Rewards
ICUL Launches “Credit Unions in Action” to Showcase Statewide Community Impact
Apple Federal Credit Union Partners with Quavo to Modernize Dispute Operations and Elevate Member Experience
Wings Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting KeyStone to Elevate Its Future
FI Connect Expands with Home Improvement Lending Channel, Helping Credit Unions Access New Home Renovation Loan Opportunities
Callahan & Gallup Welcome Two Credit Unions To The Member Engagement And Financial Wellbeing Consortium
QuantyPhi Welcomes Max Bade as ALM & CECL Analyst
LAFCU, Quality Dairy partner for third annual Paczki Palooza to benefit local charities
EECU Celebrates Fresno Unified Excellence in Education Honorees
Coastal Credit Union Headquarters Renovation Earns Multiple Honors
Woodford State Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
Hanscom Federal Credit Union Selects Corelation’s KeyStone to Advance Its Members First Mission and Long-Term Innovation
Credit Union West Partners with Arkatechture to Advance Enterprise Data & Analytics Capabilities
Vizo Financial Launches DefaultSleuth to Help Credit Unions Shift from Reactive Collections to Proactive Risk Prevention
For Immediate Release – Natco Credit Union Appoints Tim Frame as President/CEO
Final Weeks To Apply For LAFCU’s 2026 Write To Educate Essay Contest
CRIF Select Welcomes Julie Nielsen as SVP of Account Management to Accelerate Client Growth and Enterprise Value