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.
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
CULA Grows by Double Digits in 2024, Saves Credit Union Members ~$63M Annually with Vehicle Leases
CULA credit union partner members’ monthly vehicle lease payments averaged $159 less vs traditional auto loan payments; CULA grew credit union dealer partners year over year and expanded to 27 states, as vehicle leasing grew to nearly 25% of all auto financing nationally.
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.
Sound Credit Union Announces Leadership Promotions to Drive Growth and Operational Excellence
TACOMA, Wash. – Sound Credit Union (Sound) is pleased to announce multiple leadership promotions designed to strengthen the institution, enhance collaboration and drive innovation. The changes reinforce Sound’s commitment to its members, strategic growth and operational excellence.
FileInvite Launches Connected Workflows for Lending Document Collection
New integrations with Salesforce, Hubspot and CRM platforms enhance efficiency, security, and customer experience for commercial lenders.
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
Illinois Credit Union League’s Advocacy Secures Nearly $1.2 Million in Regulatory Fee Credits for State’s Credit Unions
The Illinois Credit Union League is pleased to announce that state-chartered credit unions will receive a credit from the State of Illinois totaling $1,184,075 in 2025, based on regulatory fees collected last year exceeding expenses.
Clearview Federal Credit Union unveils the Clearview Foundation to create positive opportunities for community members.
Pittsburgh, PA – April 1, 2025 – Clearview Federal Credit Union is delighted to announce the launch of the Clearview Foundation, which is dedicated to empowering communities through meaningful grants. The Clearview Foundation will fund projects that deliver clear and immediate benefits for our neighbors.
Intelligent Banking Solutions Announces Strategic Position Changes to Support SAFIRE-IQ Growth
Intelligent Banking Solutions, a leading provider of collections and risk management software, is pleased to announce key position changes to align with the company’s strategic priorities and the growth of its next-generation platform, SAFIRE-IQ.
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
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: April 04, 2025
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Gwen Oldham as Vice President of Community and Social Impact
Gwen Oldham has been hired as the new vice president of Community and Social Impact at Redwood Credit Union (RCU).
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
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Named #1 Credit Union for Member Satisfaction by J.D. Power
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, has been named the No. 1 credit union for member satisfaction. In J.D. Power’s inaugural U.S. Credit Union Satisfaction Study, our Members ranked us #1 for overall satisfaction and #1 in six out of the seven
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.
LGE Community Credit Union recognized with Diamond Awards for outstanding marketing efforts
LGE Community Credit Union was recently named the winner of two Diamond Awards – the America’s Credit Unions Marketing, PR & Development Council’s annual competition for marketing excellence.
EECU Partners with Wonderful College Prep Academy GEAR UP to Expand Financial Education
Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) is proud to partner with GEAR UP Central Valley run by Wonderful College Prep Academy (WCPA) to provide financial wellness education to children and teens in rural communities throughout California’s Central Valley.
CreditUnions.com Announces 2025 Innovation Series Winners
After weeks of online showcases, CreditUnions.com is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Innovation Series.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 28, 2025
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
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.
Indiana Members Credit Union Contributes $1,500 to Greenwood Community High School
Indiana Members Credit Union recently presented a check for $1,500 to Greenwood Community High School as part of an ongoing school spirit debit card program.
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.
First Federal Savings Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
Suntell announced that First Federal Savings Bank has chosen its Square 1 Credit Suite® to strengthen the bank’s commercial and agricultural lending operations. With six locations in Northern Indiana, the bank aims to enhance efficiency and risk management through this comprehensive, all-in-one solution. Square 1 Credit Suite offers features such as credit analysis, CECL extract,
Chartway’s Week of Giving Brings Utah Communities Together for Celebrations and Sell-Out Fundraising Event
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Expands Across California With Seven New Branches
Five credit unions earn California’s Cal IIP Awards with assistance from CU Strategic Planning
3Rivers Credit Union Foundation Surpasses $132,000 in Community Giving During First Half of 2026
MERGER PLANNED FOR HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES CREDIT UNION (HACU) AND BAXTER CREDIT UNION (BCU)
Centris Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify SaaS Platform to Modernize and Streamline Enterprise Deposit Processing
Hartford Federal Credit Union Chooses Synergent as Partner for Core Processing and Integrated Services
Quavo Fraud & Disputes Releases 2026 State of Dispute Management Performance Report
Credit Unions Reach 250+ Shared Member Stories Reflecting The People-First Purpose Of The Movement
NASCUS Urges Regulatory Modernization and Greater Clarity for State-Chartered Credit Unions in Comments to NCUA
Coastal Credit Union Hires Allison Liston, VP of Legal and Compliance
Coastal Credit Union Now Live with CashBack+ Credit Card Rewards
Tower Federal Credit Union & TowerCares Foundation Launch $250,000 for a Brighter America: A New Community Giving Initiative Supporting Military, Veterans, and Children in Need
Illinois Credit Union League Applauds Passage of Legislation Extending Implementation of the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act to July 1, 2027
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 29, 2026
Vizo Financial’s June 2026 Education Calendar
LAFCU awards $20,000 in scholarships through annual essay contest
SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with Classroom of the Future Foundation to Celebrate 23rd Annual Innovation in Education Awards
Chartway Wins Eight 2026 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence and Industry Awards
eDOC Innovations Hosts Successful Advanced Fraud Solutions TrueChecks Webinar Focused on Fraud Prevention for Financial Institutions
Corporate One Names Jeff Blake Senior Vice President, Head of Human Resources
Gulf Winds Celebrates Older Americans Month with $5,000 Donation to the Escambia County Alabama Area Agency on Aging
CREDIT UNION OF COLORADO FOUNDATION AWARDS $110,000 IN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Chartway Credit Union Continues Growth with Two New Branches
Gulf Winds Foundation Awards up to $45,000 in Scholarships to Five Members
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Celebrates School Employee Appreciation Night at May 1 Angels Game
Tower Federal Credit Union Earns Great Place to Work® Certification™ Eight Years in a Row!
Gulf Winds Credit Union Strengthens Senior Leadership Team with Executive Promotions
CUNA Strategic Services and Association of Vermont Credit Unions Launch Statewide Initiative to Drive Credit Union Growth, Combat Fraud, and Accelerate Innovation
BCU EARNS 2026-2027 GREAT PLACE TO WORK CERTIFICATION™
Chartway’s Week of Giving Brings Utah Communities Together for Celebrations and Sell-Out Fundraising Event
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Expands Across California With Seven New Branches
Five credit unions earn California’s Cal IIP Awards with assistance from CU Strategic Planning
3Rivers Credit Union Foundation Surpasses $132,000 in Community Giving During First Half of 2026
MERGER PLANNED FOR HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES CREDIT UNION (HACU) AND BAXTER CREDIT UNION (BCU)
Centris Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify SaaS Platform to Modernize and Streamline Enterprise Deposit Processing
Hartford Federal Credit Union Chooses Synergent as Partner for Core Processing and Integrated Services
Quavo Fraud & Disputes Releases 2026 State of Dispute Management Performance Report
Credit Unions Reach 250+ Shared Member Stories Reflecting The People-First Purpose Of The Movement
NASCUS Urges Regulatory Modernization and Greater Clarity for State-Chartered Credit Unions in Comments to NCUA
Coastal Credit Union Hires Allison Liston, VP of Legal and Compliance
Coastal Credit Union Now Live with CashBack+ Credit Card Rewards
Tower Federal Credit Union & TowerCares Foundation Launch $250,000 for a Brighter America: A New Community Giving Initiative Supporting Military, Veterans, and Children in Need
Illinois Credit Union League Applauds Passage of Legislation Extending Implementation of the Interchange Fee Prohibition Act to July 1, 2027
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 29, 2026
Vizo Financial’s June 2026 Education Calendar
LAFCU awards $20,000 in scholarships through annual essay contest
SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with Classroom of the Future Foundation to Celebrate 23rd Annual Innovation in Education Awards
Chartway Wins Eight 2026 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence and Industry Awards
eDOC Innovations Hosts Successful Advanced Fraud Solutions TrueChecks Webinar Focused on Fraud Prevention for Financial Institutions
Corporate One Names Jeff Blake Senior Vice President, Head of Human Resources
Gulf Winds Celebrates Older Americans Month with $5,000 Donation to the Escambia County Alabama Area Agency on Aging
CREDIT UNION OF COLORADO FOUNDATION AWARDS $110,000 IN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Chartway Credit Union Continues Growth with Two New Branches
Gulf Winds Foundation Awards up to $45,000 in Scholarships to Five Members
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Celebrates School Employee Appreciation Night at May 1 Angels Game
Tower Federal Credit Union Earns Great Place to Work® Certification™ Eight Years in a Row!
Gulf Winds Credit Union Strengthens Senior Leadership Team with Executive Promotions
CUNA Strategic Services and Association of Vermont Credit Unions Launch Statewide Initiative to Drive Credit Union Growth, Combat Fraud, and Accelerate Innovation
BCU EARNS 2026-2027 GREAT PLACE TO WORK CERTIFICATION™
Chartway’s Week of Giving Brings Utah Communities Together for Celebrations and Sell-Out Fundraising Event
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Expands Across California With Seven New Branches
Five credit unions earn California’s Cal IIP Awards with assistance from CU Strategic Planning
3Rivers Credit Union Foundation Surpasses $132,000 in Community Giving During First Half of 2026
MERGER PLANNED FOR HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES CREDIT UNION (HACU) AND BAXTER CREDIT UNION (BCU)
Centris Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify SaaS Platform to Modernize and Streamline Enterprise Deposit Processing
