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.
CUES Directors Conference Attendees Rally for Wildfire Relief in Maui
Maui, HI—CUES Directors Conference 2023 attendees united under the “Spirit of Giving” in Maui this week, driven by a shared mission to help those affected by the devastating wildfires that ravaged the island last August.
Charting a Course for Excellence: CUES Announces Board Officers
CUES is pleased to announce the appointment of new board officers. This dynamic roster of visionary leaders will play a crucial role in ensuring CUES continues its growth and success, operating in the best interest of its members and the movement.
GTE Financial Promotes Nydia Hall To Assistant Vice President of Member Resolution
GTE Financial continues to promote from within by appointing Nydia Hall to Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Member Resolution. Previously Senior Manager of the Member Resolution Department, Hall has significantly contributed to the organization’s success, leading to her promotion.
Navy Federal Credit Union Partners With Alacriti
Navy Federal Credit Union, the world’s largest credit union, with $166 billion in assets and more than 13,000,000 members, has partnered with Alacriti, an innovator in cloud-based payments and money movement services, as the platform provider for Navy Federal to enable real-time payments over The Clearing House’s (TCH) RTP® network.
GTE Financial Earns Gold By American Heart Association For Building Culture of Health and Well-Being
The American Heart Association, a global force for healthier lives for all, has awarded GTE Financial a national Gold-level recognition for its commitment to employee health and well-being as measured in the Association’s 2023 Workforce Well-being Scorecard™.
United Federal Credit Union Names Andrea Moreaux Branch Manager in Niles
United Federal Credit Union (United) has named Andrea Moreaux as Branch Manager at its branch at 2100 St. 11th Street in Niles.
Southeastern Credit Union Partners with Synergent to Host Jack Henry’s Symitar Core Processing Solution
Synergent® is pleased to announce that Southeastern Credit Union has signed a seven-year agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, Banno Digital Banking™, and iPay Consumer Bill Pay.
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes New VP of Mortgage Lending
Redwood Credit Union has hired Kimberly Waite as vice president of mortgage lending.
Member Home Loan Welcomes Las Colinas FCU
Houston, TX | December 4, 2023. Member Home Loan® (MHL) is pleased to announce its newest addition to the family of valued credit union clients, Las Colinas FCU. This partnership marks an exciting development, further expanding MHL’s presence in the Dallas, TX market and reinforcing its regional offering of mortgage lending services to credit unions.
UMassFive Hosting Winter Coat and Cold-Weather Clothing Drive
UMassFive is running a winter coat and cold-weather clothing drive in its Hadley, Northampton, UMass Amherst, and Springfield branches throughout December.
Indiana Members Credit Union Contributes $1,500 to Carmel High School
Indiana Members Credit Union presented a check for $1,500 to Carmel High School Athletics as part of an ongoing school spirit debit card program.
Largest Credit Union in Hawaii Renews Partnership with CUSO Financial Services
$2.3 Billion Hawaii USA Federal Credit Union renews partnership with CUSO Financial Services (CFS) and cites CFS’ investment program experience, technology and service for the decision.
Day Air Credit Union Partners with the City of Kettering to Provide Nearly $1,000,000 in Grant Funds to Kettering Residents for Home Improvement and Down Payment Assistance
Day Air Credit Union is proud to share that in partnership with the City of Kettering, they provided nearly $1,000,000 in grant funds to Kettering residents. The grant funds supported a First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program and a Home Improvement Assistance Program which offered low-interest, forgivable loans to help offset down payment and renovation costs for
CU Student Choice Feeds Credit Union Marketing Efforts
After this past summer’s busy student lending season, CU Student Choice rewarded three of its credit union partners with food truck meals for their employees. The recipients were Together Credit Union (St. Louis, MO); COPFCU (Cincinnati, Ohio); and The Summit Federal Credit Union (Rochester, NY).
Cultivating Financial Acumen – New Emerging Talent Course
c. myers corporation is proud to announce its upcoming event, Cultivating Financial Acumen, scheduled to take place in March 2024. If you are not available to attend in March, there is another event in August. This highly anticipated event is designed to empower the finance industry’s emerging talent with the essential knowledge and skills required
Cultivating Leadership Presence – New Emerging Talent Course
The highly anticipated Cultivating Leadership Presence event, hosted by c. myers corporation, is set to take place in June 2024. This event happens twice a year, if you are not available to attend in June, there is another event in October. This is for the finance industry’s emerging talent professionals looking to enhance their leadership
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 01, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
BECU Announces Beth Hale as Chief Consumer and Business Solutions Officer
BECU, the country’s fourth-largest credit union, today announced it has welcomed Beth Hale as executive vice president and chief consumer and business solutions officer. In her role, Hale will lead the teams accountable for creating and managing products and services across all BECU lines of business.
Navy Federal Credit Union Renews Partnership with CUSO Financial Services
Largest U.S. credit union signs multi-year agreement with CUSO Financial Services, a financial institution-focused wealth management solutions provider.
TopLine Financial Credit Union Receives National Recognition For Adult Financial Education Efforts
TopLine Financial Credit Union was one of two Minnesota credit unions to receive national recognition for taking home a 2023 Desjardins Financial Education Award. The award, sponsored by the Minnesota Credit Union Network (MnCUN) and the Credit Union National Association (CUNA), recognizes credit unions for superior adult financial education programs benefitting the credit union’s members
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Kimberly Triana Branch Manager in Hendersonville
United Federal Credit Union (United) has promoted Kimberly Triana as Branch Manager at its branch at 203 Greenville Hwy in Hendersonville, North Carolina.
Co-op Solutions Adds Plinqit to Strategic Provider Program
Co-op Solutions is partnering with fintech company Plinqit to help credit unions earn deposits while members increase their savings.
Elan Credit Card Partners with VolCorp to Provide Credit Cards to Credit Unions
A new partnership between Elan Credit Card and VolCorp will provide credit unions with an agent credit card program that delivers a suite of industry-leading credit card products, rewards, and customer service to their members.
UMassFive Employees Raise Over $18,000 for Local Non-Profits
Hadley, MA – UMassFive College Federal Credit Union (UMassFive) is proud to announce that its employees have raised over $18,000 for two local non-profits during the fall of 2023. $13,677 was raised in support of the UMass Cancer Center via participation in the UMass Cancer Walk and Run, and $4,800 was raised for the Food
Aurora Advantage Core and its Credit Unions & Partners Path to Achievement
Aurora Advantage, Powered by CSPI, a leading innovator in the credit union industry, boasts the success of its recent 2023 Users Conference held in Nashville, TN. The event, themed “Reconnect, Reimagine, and Renew,” brought together industry experts, thought leaders, and credit union professionals from across the nation and the Caribbean to learn how to better
BCU Named a Computerworld 2024 Best Places to Work in IT
BCU has been recognized as no. 4 among small organizations in Foundry’s Computerworld 2024 Best Places to Work in IT. The Credit Union’s IT department is the embodiment of BCU’s dedication to employee well-being – offering flexible, hybrid work opportunities; an emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI); professional growth opportunities; other onsite perks such
Unitus Community Credit Union Places Second in National Awards for Philosophy in Action
Unitus Community Credit Union has earned national recognition from the Credit Union National Association (CUNA), honored with second place in the prestigious Louise Herring Philosophy in Action Award. The award recognizes credit unions that do an extraordinary job incorporating credit union philosophy into daily operations.
Unitus Community Credit Union Opens New Branch at Cascade Station
Unitus Community Credit Union’s newest branch is now open at the Cascade Station Shopping Center, located at 9917 NE Cascades Parkway, Portland, OR 97220. This new branch is a relocation of the Mall 205 Branch, which closed permanently on November 16.
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Gives Three New Grants to North Carolina Nonprofits
The Coastal Credit Union Foundation announced today that it has awarded $78,500 to three nonprofits in North Carolina. The Foundation prioritizes funding projects in four key areas: promoting financial well-being, increasing affordable housing, supporting financial education, and improving access to resources.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 24, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth
Autotruck Financial Credit Union Chooses Sharetec for Shared Values and Digital Innovation
Landings Credit Union Secures $81,000 Ahead Grant to Support Tempe Community Action Agency’s (TCAA) Economic Empowerment Programs
First Hope Bank Partners with Arkatechture to Drive Data Innovation and Enhance Customer Experience
SECU’s Leigh Brady Named to 2024 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List by American Banker
GreenState appoints new Chief Risk Officer, Ryan Gage
Chartway Credit Union Expands with New Branches, Products, & Services
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Branch Manager Positions in Indiana
GTE Financial Elevates Leadership: Manny Aguilar and Dona Svehla Promoted to Key Executive Roles
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek
Maine Credit Union Grows Assets by More Than 60%
INOVA’S Samuel Kamwenji Receives Minority Business Excellence Award for Service
NCOFCU Awards it 2024 Vollunteer of the Year and Lifetime Achivement Awards at their San Antonio Conference
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Raises Over $1,000 in One Day for the Campaign for Ending Hunger
Amrita Prasad of SafeAmerica Credit Union Featured on Women of Community Banking Video Podcast
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Application Timeline for Member Education Award Scholarships
Eltropy Showcases AI-Driven Solutions at VentureTech 2024, Celebrates Industry Innovation
Advia Credit Union Launches Instant Payments with FedNow® and RTP, Enhancing Member Experience
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Horizon Helps Build a Better Future With $10,000 Donation
GTE Financial Announces Key Promotions in Talent Development and Talent Administration Teams
Coastal Credit Union Collecting Toys for Tots
Six Credit Unions Partner with myCUmortgage for Comprehensive Home Loan Services
LGE Community Credit Union wins two Marketing Association of Credit Unions awards
INTRODUCING TRIUNITY FOUNDATION: HELPING ELIMINATE DEBT FOR THOSE FACING TERMINAL ILLNESSES
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth
Autotruck Financial Credit Union Chooses Sharetec for Shared Values and Digital Innovation
Landings Credit Union Secures $81,000 Ahead Grant to Support Tempe Community Action Agency’s (TCAA) Economic Empowerment Programs
First Hope Bank Partners with Arkatechture to Drive Data Innovation and Enhance Customer Experience
SECU’s Leigh Brady Named to 2024 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List by American Banker
GreenState appoints new Chief Risk Officer, Ryan Gage
Chartway Credit Union Expands with New Branches, Products, & Services
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Branch Manager Positions in Indiana
GTE Financial Elevates Leadership: Manny Aguilar and Dona Svehla Promoted to Key Executive Roles
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek
Maine Credit Union Grows Assets by More Than 60%
INOVA’S Samuel Kamwenji Receives Minority Business Excellence Award for Service
NCOFCU Awards it 2024 Vollunteer of the Year and Lifetime Achivement Awards at their San Antonio Conference
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Raises Over $1,000 in One Day for the Campaign for Ending Hunger
Amrita Prasad of SafeAmerica Credit Union Featured on Women of Community Banking Video Podcast
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Application Timeline for Member Education Award Scholarships
Eltropy Showcases AI-Driven Solutions at VentureTech 2024, Celebrates Industry Innovation
Advia Credit Union Launches Instant Payments with FedNow® and RTP, Enhancing Member Experience
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Horizon Helps Build a Better Future With $10,000 Donation
GTE Financial Announces Key Promotions in Talent Development and Talent Administration Teams
Coastal Credit Union Collecting Toys for Tots
Six Credit Unions Partner with myCUmortgage for Comprehensive Home Loan Services
LGE Community Credit Union wins two Marketing Association of Credit Unions awards
INTRODUCING TRIUNITY FOUNDATION: HELPING ELIMINATE DEBT FOR THOSE FACING TERMINAL ILLNESSES
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth