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Eltropy CEO Discusses AI’s Impact on Credit Union Member Engagement with CUbroadcast

Eltropy Co-founder and CEO Ashish Garg recently shared insights on artificial intelligence and digital communications in credit unions during a CUbrodcast Lounge session. During his conversation with host Mike Lawson, Garg explored how the integration of AI with digital communications is transforming member interactions across engagement, collections, and lending services.

LAFCU Named One of the Best Credit Unions to Work For in 2024

LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU is proud to announce that it has been named one of the Best Credit Unions to Work For in 2024 by American Banker. This is the second time LAFCU has received this prestigious recognition, which highlights credit unions that excel in workplace culture, employee satisfaction, and overall business influence.

Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels

Alogent launched Alogent Shield, an advanced set of comprehensive features designed to tackle the rising threat of check fraud across all deposit channels. With two distinct offerings that seamlessly integrate into Alogent’s item processing suite of solutions, Alogent Shield and the enhanced Alogent Shield+, financial institutions can now leverage AI, machine learning, and computer vision

Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024

Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversions platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), today announced that Co-founder and CEO Ashish Garg will deliver a keynote address at Future Branches 2024, retail banking’s premier conference for branch innovation, December 4-6 in Austin, Texas.

TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need

Dogs are known for their ability to provide emotional support, reduce stress, encourage physical activity, and foster social connections, which makes them invaluable in helping disabled Veterans through programs like Hero Dogs. Located in Brookeville, Maryland, Hero Dogs trains and provides service companion dogs for active military, Veterans, and first responders in the Washington, D.C.

Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools

Coastal Credit Union recently delivered nearly 11,000 school supplies to 29 Elementary schools throughout the counties that the credit union serves. Supplies were delivered during the first two weeks of November, and each school received a box with more than 375 items. Supplies were collected at Coastal branches and headquarters during the credit union’s Back-to-School

Landings Credit Union Secures $81,000 Ahead Grant to Support Tempe Community Action Agency’s (TCAA) Economic Empowerment Programs

CONTACT: Cecilia Ashe, Chief Operations Officer FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PHONE: (480) 967-9475 EMAIL: cashe@landingscu.org WEBSITE: https://www.landingscu.org LANDINGS CREDIT UNION SECURES $81,000 AHEAD GRANT TO SUPPORT TEMPE COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY’S (TCAA) ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT PROGRAMS TEMPE, AZ – November 2024 – Landings Credit Union is proud to announce that in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank

SECU’s Leigh Brady Named to 2024 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List by American Banker

American Banker has named State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) President and CEO Leigh Brady as one of the “Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions” for the second consecutive year. She sits atop the 2024 list. Issued annually, it recognizes women who are addressing the problems and opportunities that their organizations and members face while serving

GreenState appoints new Chief Risk Officer, Ryan Gage

GreenState Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Gage as its new Chief Risk Officer. Gage comes with nearly three decades of financial services experience with most of his time at U.S. Bank where he managed Strategic and Reputation Risk for the organization. Most recently, Gage was the Chief Risk Officer at

Chartway Credit Union Expands with New Branches, Products, & Services

Chartway Credit Union is pleased to announce several initiatives that expand its footprint and enhance service offerings, reflecting its commitment to being a full-service credit union meeting the diverse needs of members. With recent growth pushing Chartway to nearly $3 billion in assets and a membership of more than 250,000 member-owners, the credit union continues

United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Branch Manager Positions in Indiana

United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Crystal Hudson and Shannon Schock have been promoted to Branch Manager positions in Indiana. As Branch Managers, Hudson and Schock will be responsible for maintaining the performance of their branches and providing leadership and supervision to their staff.

GTE Financial Elevates Leadership: Manny Aguilar and Dona Svehla Promoted to Key Executive Roles

GTE Financial is excited to announce the promotions of two distinguished leaders within the organization. Manny Aguilar has been elevated to Senior Vice President and Chief Experience Officer (CXO), while Dona Svehla ascends to Executive Vice President, Chief Operating and Lending Officer. Their exceptional contributions have been vital in driving GTE Financial’s success and reflect

Maine Family Federal Credit Union Raises Over $1,000 in One Day for the Campaign for Ending Hunger

LEWISTON, ME – Maine Family Federal Credit Union proudly announced the success of its recent “Strapped for Cash” fundraiser, held on Friday, November 1, to support the Campaign for Ending Hunger. During this one-day event, credit union employees took turns being “strapped” to a chair for 60-minute increments, encouraging members to donate towards this critical

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Application Timeline for Member Education Award Scholarships

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today announced that applications for its annual Member Education Award scholarships will be accepted beginning Dec. 1. Applications will close on Jan. 31, 2025, and winners will be announced in the spring. SchoolsFirst FCU presents scholarships

Eltropy Showcases AI-Driven Solutions at VentureTech 2024, Celebrates Industry Innovation

Eltropy, the leading conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), showcased its innovative safe AI technology at VentureTech 2024, held November 12-14 at the Omni Frisco Hotel in Frisco, Texas. Having gotten its own start through VentureTech, Eltropy continues to support the event and champion emerging fintechs in the credit union space.

Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union

Florida -based credit union with 70-year track record to collaborate with Cetera Financial Institutions to grow and deliver member-focused investment program.

Horizon Helps Build a Better Future With $10,000 Donation

SPOKANE VALLEY, WA, November 4, 2024 – Horizon Credit Union helped secure the future of local families by awarding $10,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Spokane. To make the donation, Horizon obtained a Member Impact Fund grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines. This matching grant program helped Horizon increase their initial

GTE Financial Announces Key Promotions in Talent Development and Talent Administration Teams

GTE Financial is excited to announce the promotions of two key leaders within its Talent Organization. Josh Lansing has been promoted to Vice President of Talent Development & Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery (BCDR), and EJ Gonzalez to Assistant Vice President, Talent Business Partner. Both individuals have demonstrated exceptional leadership and a strong commitment to enhancing GTE

Coastal Credit Union Collecting Toys for Tots

Coastal Credit Union has partnered with iHeart Radio and the United States Marine Corps to sponsor this year’s Toys for Tots: Stuff-a-Bus campaign. Now through December 6th, each Coastal branch will have collection barrels for members and the community to donate a new, unwrapped gift that will go to a child in need in the

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ICUL Names Congressman Darin LaHood as 2025 Federal Credit Union Legislative Champion

The Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL) today announced Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL-16) as its first Federal Credit Union Legislative Champion, ...
Making A Difference

SECU Foundation Awards $500,000 Grant to Feeding the Carolinas to Support Expanded Food Access During Holiday Season

SECU Foundation is pleased to announce a $500,000 grant to Feeding the Carolinas to help address widespread food insecurity and ...
Personnel Promotions

Corporate Central Promotes Sierra Randall and Alexis Dohm to Member Experience Specialists

Corporate Central is excited to announce the promotion of Sierra Randall and Alexis Dohm to Member Experience Specialists, recognizing their ...
Technology

BCU Named A Computerworld 2026 Best Place To Work In IT

BCU has been ranked No. 2 among small organizations on Foundry’s Computerworld 2026 Best Places to Work in IT. This ...
Personnel Promotions

ALM First Promotes Sherwin to Principal, Adds New Role for Haley

Dallas, Texas – ALM First recently promoted Ryan Sherwin to Principal and named current Chief Investment Officer, Jason Haley, President of ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 19, 2025

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

For Immediate Release – Millennium Corporate Credit Union Appoints Haley DaVee as President/CEO

Wichita, KS, December 19, 2025. Millennium Corporate Credit Union announced today the appointment of Haley DaVee as its next President ...
Making A Difference

SECU Contributes $125,000 to Support Hunger Relief Efforts in Western North Carolina

State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) has provided a $125,000 donation to MANNA FoodBank to support hunger relief efforts in Western ...
Making A Difference

Appli Makes First Donations Through Data for Dogs Initiative, Supporting Ten No-Kill Animal Shelters

Appli, a provider of AI-powered financial calculators for credit unions and community banks, today announced its first round of donations ...
Other

SchoolsFirst FCU Expands Financial Planning Services for Members and Educators Across California

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union announced that its Third-Party Administrator (TPA) affiliate, SchoolsFirst Plan Administration, LLC, successfully onboarded a number of ...
Making A Difference

LGE Foundation donates $389,598 to local nonprofits; Surpasses $3 million lifetime giving milestone

On Wednesday, Dec. 10, the LGE Community Outreach Foundation presented $389,598 to local nonprofit organizations at LGE Community Credit Union’s ...
Making A Difference

C.A.R.E.S. in Action: Peach State FCU Completes Successful Toys for Tots Drive

Peach State FCU recently completed a successful toy drive in support of the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. Every ...
Personnel Promotions

CES Credit Union Appoints Mike Copley as President/CEO

Mount Vernon, OH, November 21, 2025. CES Credit Union has selected Mike Copley as its next President and Chief Executive ...
Charity Events

BECU members help direct $450,000 to nonprofits through People Helping People Awards

BECU, Washington’s largest credit union, is donating $450,000 to nonprofit organizations as part of its annual People Helping People Awards. ...
Making A Difference

Coastal Credit Union Collects Toys for 200 Children in Salvation Army Angel Tree Program

Coastal Credit Union announced that it collected toys for 200 children in need, in partnership with the Salvation Army Angel ...
Making A Difference

Vizo Financial Gives Back more than $4.8 Million to Capital Members

Recognizing the critical role its capital members played in its financial success this year, Vizo Financial Corporate Credit Union is ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 12, 2025

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

Illinois State Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify to Modernize Deposit Automation and Drive Digital Transformation

Illinois State Credit Union selected a SaaS deployment of Alogent’s Unify to deliver a modern, member-focused experience and enhance deposit ...
Other

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Partners with Orange County Department of Education to Celebrate 2026 Orange County Teachers of the Year

I thought your readers might be interested in a great community story. SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union partnered with the Orange ...
Making A Difference

SECU’s Cooperative Model Prioritizes Member Value and Community Impact

As a not-for-profit financial cooperative, State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) was created to be a difference maker for its member-owners. ...
Strategic Partnerships

Seaboard Federal Credit Union Extends Partnership with Synergent

WESTBROOK, ME (December 9, 2025) – Synergent® is pleased to share that Seaboard Federal Credit Union has signed a ten-year ...
Making A Difference

TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $4 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Support Military Heroes and Children in Need

[Laurel, Md.- December 5, 2025] The holidays got a little brighter recently for Neighbor Ride, a charity based in Howard ...
New Product Releases

QuantyPhi Launches ALM360, a Unified Balance Sheet Management Platform for Credit Unions

QuantyPhi, a wholly owned CUSO of Corporate Central, is proud to announce the launch of ALM360, a comprehensive platform delivered ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 05, 2025

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

AccuAccount Wins Best-in-Class Loan Management System at IBSi Global FinTech Innovation Awards (GFIA) 2025

Alogent announced that its AccuAccount platform has been named Best-in-Class Loan Management System at the IBSi Global FinTech Innovation Awards ...
Making A Difference

Maine Family Federal Credit Union Donates $15,000 to Support Hunger Relief in Maine

LEWISTON, ME — Maine Family Federal Credit Union is proud to announce three $5,000 donations to Good Shepherd Food Bank, ...
Personnel Promotions

Coastal Credit Union Announces Leadership Promotions in Lending Division

Coastal Credit Union has announced two promotions within its lending division. Jenee Alston has been promoted to Vice President of ...
Making A Difference

EECU’s Mobile Branch Brings Financial Services to Rural Fresno County Residents

FRESNO, Calif. (Dec. 3, 2025) – In a town where many residents face long drives to reach the nearest full-service ...
New Product Releases

Cloudvirga’s New Integration With ICE PPE Enables Loan Officers To Shop Rates, Validate Eligibility And Manage Locks Within Horizon POS

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 7, 2025 — Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced a new ...
Strategic Partnerships

5Point Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture to Enable Historical Data Analysis and Personalize Member Experience

5Point Credit Union has partnered with Arkatechture to unify disparate systems, gain access to historical data, and create a more ...
Other

ICUL Names Congressman Darin LaHood as 2025 Federal Credit Union Legislative Champion

The Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL) today announced Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL-16) as its first Federal Credit Union Legislative Champion, ...
Making A Difference

SECU Foundation Awards $500,000 Grant to Feeding the Carolinas to Support Expanded Food Access During Holiday Season

SECU Foundation is pleased to announce a $500,000 grant to Feeding the Carolinas to help address widespread food insecurity and ...
Personnel Promotions

Corporate Central Promotes Sierra Randall and Alexis Dohm to Member Experience Specialists

Corporate Central is excited to announce the promotion of Sierra Randall and Alexis Dohm to Member Experience Specialists, recognizing their ...
Technology

BCU Named A Computerworld 2026 Best Place To Work In IT

BCU has been ranked No. 2 among small organizations on Foundry’s Computerworld 2026 Best Places to Work in IT. This ...
Personnel Promotions

ALM First Promotes Sherwin to Principal, Adds New Role for Haley

Dallas, Texas – ALM First recently promoted Ryan Sherwin to Principal and named current Chief Investment Officer, Jason Haley, President of ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 19, 2025

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

For Immediate Release – Millennium Corporate Credit Union Appoints Haley DaVee as President/CEO

Wichita, KS, December 19, 2025. Millennium Corporate Credit Union announced today the appointment of Haley DaVee as its next President ...
Making A Difference

SECU Contributes $125,000 to Support Hunger Relief Efforts in Western North Carolina

State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) has provided a $125,000 donation to MANNA FoodBank to support hunger relief efforts in Western ...
Making A Difference

Appli Makes First Donations Through Data for Dogs Initiative, Supporting Ten No-Kill Animal Shelters

Appli, a provider of AI-powered financial calculators for credit unions and community banks, today announced its first round of donations ...
Other

SchoolsFirst FCU Expands Financial Planning Services for Members and Educators Across California

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union announced that its Third-Party Administrator (TPA) affiliate, SchoolsFirst Plan Administration, LLC, successfully onboarded a number of ...
Making A Difference

LGE Foundation donates $389,598 to local nonprofits; Surpasses $3 million lifetime giving milestone

On Wednesday, Dec. 10, the LGE Community Outreach Foundation presented $389,598 to local nonprofit organizations at LGE Community Credit Union’s ...
Making A Difference

C.A.R.E.S. in Action: Peach State FCU Completes Successful Toys for Tots Drive

Peach State FCU recently completed a successful toy drive in support of the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program. Every ...
Personnel Promotions

CES Credit Union Appoints Mike Copley as President/CEO

Mount Vernon, OH, November 21, 2025. CES Credit Union has selected Mike Copley as its next President and Chief Executive ...
Charity Events

BECU members help direct $450,000 to nonprofits through People Helping People Awards

BECU, Washington’s largest credit union, is donating $450,000 to nonprofit organizations as part of its annual People Helping People Awards. ...
Making A Difference

Coastal Credit Union Collects Toys for 200 Children in Salvation Army Angel Tree Program

Coastal Credit Union announced that it collected toys for 200 children in need, in partnership with the Salvation Army Angel ...
Making A Difference

Vizo Financial Gives Back more than $4.8 Million to Capital Members

Recognizing the critical role its capital members played in its financial success this year, Vizo Financial Corporate Credit Union is ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 12, 2025

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

Illinois State Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify to Modernize Deposit Automation and Drive Digital Transformation

Illinois State Credit Union selected a SaaS deployment of Alogent’s Unify to deliver a modern, member-focused experience and enhance deposit ...
Other

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Partners with Orange County Department of Education to Celebrate 2026 Orange County Teachers of the Year

I thought your readers might be interested in a great community story. SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union partnered with the Orange ...
Making A Difference

SECU’s Cooperative Model Prioritizes Member Value and Community Impact

As a not-for-profit financial cooperative, State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) was created to be a difference maker for its member-owners. ...
Strategic Partnerships

Seaboard Federal Credit Union Extends Partnership with Synergent

WESTBROOK, ME (December 9, 2025) – Synergent® is pleased to share that Seaboard Federal Credit Union has signed a ten-year ...
Making A Difference

TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $4 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Support Military Heroes and Children in Need

[Laurel, Md.- December 5, 2025] The holidays got a little brighter recently for Neighbor Ride, a charity based in Howard ...
New Product Releases

QuantyPhi Launches ALM360, a Unified Balance Sheet Management Platform for Credit Unions

QuantyPhi, a wholly owned CUSO of Corporate Central, is proud to announce the launch of ALM360, a comprehensive platform delivered ...
Industry Analysis & Trends

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 05, 2025

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

AccuAccount Wins Best-in-Class Loan Management System at IBSi Global FinTech Innovation Awards (GFIA) 2025

Alogent announced that its AccuAccount platform has been named Best-in-Class Loan Management System at the IBSi Global FinTech Innovation Awards ...
Making A Difference

Maine Family Federal Credit Union Donates $15,000 to Support Hunger Relief in Maine

LEWISTON, ME — Maine Family Federal Credit Union is proud to announce three $5,000 donations to Good Shepherd Food Bank, ...
Personnel Promotions

Coastal Credit Union Announces Leadership Promotions in Lending Division

Coastal Credit Union has announced two promotions within its lending division. Jenee Alston has been promoted to Vice President of ...
Making A Difference

EECU’s Mobile Branch Brings Financial Services to Rural Fresno County Residents

FRESNO, Calif. (Dec. 3, 2025) – In a town where many residents face long drives to reach the nearest full-service ...
New Product Releases

Cloudvirga’s New Integration With ICE PPE Enables Loan Officers To Shop Rates, Validate Eligibility And Manage Locks Within Horizon POS

IRVINE, Calif., Oct. 7, 2025 — Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced a new ...
Strategic Partnerships

5Point Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture to Enable Historical Data Analysis and Personalize Member Experience

5Point Credit Union has partnered with Arkatechture to unify disparate systems, gain access to historical data, and create a more ...

ICUL Names Congressman Darin LaHood as 2025 Federal Credit Union Legislative Champion

The Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL) today announced Congressman Darin LaHood (R-IL-16) as its first Federal Credit Union Legislative Champion, recognizing his leadership and advocacy ...

SECU Foundation Awards $500,000 Grant to Feeding the Carolinas to Support Expanded Food Access During Holiday Season

SECU Foundation is pleased to announce a $500,000 grant to Feeding the Carolinas to help address widespread food insecurity and the increased demand on food ...

Corporate Central Promotes Sierra Randall and Alexis Dohm to Member Experience Specialists

Corporate Central is excited to announce the promotion of Sierra Randall and Alexis Dohm to Member Experience Specialists, recognizing their exceptional commitment to delivering outstanding ...

BCU Named A Computerworld 2026 Best Place To Work In IT

BCU has been ranked No. 2 among small organizations on Foundry’s Computerworld 2026 Best Places to Work in IT. This recognition highlights BCU’s belief that ...

ALM First Promotes Sherwin to Principal, Adds New Role for Haley

Dallas, Texas – ALM First recently promoted Ryan Sherwin to Principal and named current Chief Investment Officer, Jason Haley, President of ALM First Financial Advisors, LLC, ...

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 19, 2025

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