Industry Press
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Chartway Wins Eight 2026 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence and Industry Awards
Chartway Credit Union is pleased to announce it is a 2026 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence and Industry Award winner for Innovation, Work-Life Flexibility, Leadership, Purpose & Values, Professional Development, Employee Well-being, Employee Appreciation, and Financial Services—several of which are multi-year awards. The Top Workplaces program by Energage—an organization that develops solutions to build and brand
eDOC Innovations Hosts Successful Advanced Fraud Solutions TrueChecks Webinar Focused on Fraud Prevention for Financial Institutions
eDOC conducted a webinar webinar in partnership with Advanced Fraud Solutions (AFS), highlighting the powerful capabilities of the AFS TrueChecks® fraud prevention platform and its integration opportunities for credit unions, exploring today’s growing check fraud challenges and how financial institutions can strengthen their fraud mitigation strategies.
Corporate One Names Jeff Blake Senior Vice President, Head of Human Resources
Corporate One Federal Credit Union announced that Jeff Blake will join the organization as Senior Vice President (SVP), Head of Human Resources. Blake will start on May 27 and officially begin his new role on Aug. 1, 2026. He will succeed Michele Barregarye, who is retiring on Aug. 6 after many years of dedicated service
Gulf Winds Celebrates Older Americans Month with $5,000 Donation to the Escambia County Alabama Area Agency on Aging
Pensacola, Florida (May 27, 2026) – In celebration of Older Americans Month, Gulf Winds made a $5,000 donation to the Escambia County Area Agency on Aging in Atmore, Alabama. Through this donation, Gulf Winds is proud to support the agency’s commitment to helping local seniors stay connected, nourished, and supported with services that make an
CREDIT UNION OF COLORADO FOUNDATION AWARDS $110,000 IN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Credit Union of Colorado Foundation is proud to announce the 2026 winners of its annual college scholarship program. The Foundation awarded 15 students with annual scholarships totaling $110,000 in tuition assistance for the 2026/2027 school year. “We are honored to support students across Colorado as they pursue their educational and career goals,” says Phil Smith,
Chartway Credit Union Continues Growth with Two New Branches
Chartway Credit Union continues to build on its momentum of strategic growth and community investment with the upcoming grand openings of two new branch locations this July: Town Center in Virginia Beach, Virginia, on July 9, and Herriman in Herriman, Utah, on July 21. Two other branches are also undergoing renovations in 2026. With recent
Gulf Winds Foundation Awards up to $45,000 in Scholarships to Five Members
Pensacola, Florida (May 26, 2026) – The Gulf Winds Foundation is proud to announce that it recently awarded up to $45,000 in scholarships to five outstanding student members: Myiah Alverson, Ellie Nissim, Sarah Schultz, Colton Rollin, and Emma Grayce Fuqua. Each recipient will receive a renewable scholarship, including four awards of up to $10,000 and
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Celebrates School Employee Appreciation Night at May 1 Angels Game
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, sponsored a special night to honor school employees in recognition of School Employee Appreciation Month at the Angels game on May 1, 2026. School employees who attended the game received discounted tickets, an Angels promotional giveaway,
Tower Federal Credit Union Earns Great Place to Work® Certification™ Eight Years in a Row!
Tower Federal Credit Union is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work® for the eighth year in a row—and the recognition comes straight from employees. This year, 88% of employees said Tower is a great place to work, compared with 57% at the average U.S. company. A Culture Built Around Employees Tower’s President
Gulf Winds Credit Union Strengthens Senior Leadership Team with Executive Promotions
Gulf Winds Credit Union Strengthens Senior Leadership Team with Executive Promotions Pensacola, Florida (May 20, 2025) – As part of its continued leadership evolution, Gulf Winds Credit Union is proud to announce two senior leadership promotions that further align the organization around responsible growth, operational excellence, and exceptional member service. Haley Murph has been promoted
CUNA Strategic Services and Association of Vermont Credit Unions Launch Statewide Initiative to Drive Credit Union Growth, Combat Fraud, and Accelerate Innovation
CUNA Strategic Services (CSS) and the Association of Vermont Credit Unions (League) Services Corporation today announced a collaborative, statewide initiative focused on working together to support Vermont credit unions as they strengthen revenue growth, enhance fraud prevention strategies, and accelerate innovation through hands-on collaboration and education.
BCU EARNS 2026-2027 GREAT PLACE TO WORK CERTIFICATION™
BCU is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at the Credit Union. This year, 88% of BCU employees said it’s a great place to work – ranking 31 points higher than the average US company.
Corporate Central Holds 45th Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors
Corporate Central brought together credit union leaders for its 45th annual meeting on Thursday, May 14, at the Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center in Madison, WI, held in conjunction with The Wisconsin Credit Union League’s Annual Convention & Exposition. The event provided an opportunity to celebrate the organization’s progress, reflect on the evolving credit
Sharetec Appoints New Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Transformational Growth
Sharetec, an innovative digital banking and core processing software company serving credit unions, has appointed Gary Napotnik as Chief Revenue Officer.
Justice Federal Credit Union Announces Strong First Quarter 2026 Results and Continued Member Impact
As many American households continue to face inflation, rising energy costs, and economic uncertainty, Justice Federal Credit Union (Justice Federal) remains financially strong and stable. In the first quarter of 2026, Justice Federal reported strong financial performance, with total assets reaching $1.2 billion. Although credit union membership growth across the industry remained modest, Justice Federal
Girl Scouts Visit Peach State Federal Credit Union’s Abbeville Branch to Earn Financial Literacy Badge
Peach State Federal Credit Union recently welcomed a local Girl Scout troop to its Abbeville Branch for a hands-on financial education experience to help the scouts earn their financial literacy badge.
Tower Wealth Management Surpasses $1 Billion in Brokerage and Advisory Assets
Tower Wealth Management, the financial and investment services group located at Tower Federal Credit Union, announced today that it has surpassed a significant milestone—overseeing more than $1 billion in client assets. Tower Wealth Management brokerage and advisory assets grew from just under $580 million in 2020 to over $948 million as of the end of
Barbara Brooks, Teacher at Shriners Children’s Hospital in partnership with the Sacramento City Unified School District, Named 2025/2026 ABC10’s Teacher of the Year
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, in partnership with ABC10 Sacramento and Sacramento State’s College of Education, announced that Barbara Brooks, a teacher at Shriners Children’s Hospital in partnership with the Sacramento City Unified School District, has been named the 2025-26 ABC10
CoVantage Credit Union Announces Appointment of Matt Kaudy as President and CEO
CoVantage Credit Union today announced that, following a nationwide search, Matt Kaudy has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, effective June 1, 2026. Kaudy will succeed Charlie Zanayed, who is retiring after 13 years of distinguished service in support of CoVantage’s mission and its member-owners.
Chris Felton Receives One of the Credit Union Industry’s Highest Honors
Corporate Central is proud to announce that Chris Felton, President/CEO, has been named a 2026 Credit Union House Hall of Leaders honoree, one of the highest distinctions within the credit union industry. The national recognition honors individuals whose leadership and service have made a lasting impact on the credit union movement at the local, state,
$59 Billion State Employees’ Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting the KeyStone Core to Enhance its Member Service Experience
State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) has signed with credit union core processor Corelation, Inc., announcing plans to convert to the KeyStone core. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, SECU is the second largest credit union in the United States with over $59 billion in assets, serving more than 2.9 million members. The decision to partner with
$59 Billion State Employees’ Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting the KeyStone Core to Enhance its Member Service Experience
State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) has signed with credit union core processor Corelation, Inc., announcing plans to convert to the KeyStone core. Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, SECU is the second largest credit union in the United States with over $59 billion in assets, serving more than 2.9 million members.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 15, 2026
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Credit Unions Demonstrate Strength And Stability In First Quarter 2026
Washington, DC – At a time when many American households are facing persistent inflation, rising energy costs, and economic uncertainty, the nation’s credit unions continue to demonstrate financial strength and stability. Callahan & Associates shared first quarter 2026 industry data during its Trendwatch webinar on May 12, 2026, highlighting a well capitalized industry serving 147.2 million
Gulf Winds Welcomes Pete Lauter as Vice President of Wealth Management
Pensacola, Florida (May 14, 2026) – Gulf Winds Credit Union is pleased to announce that Pete Lauter has joined the leadership team as Vice President of Wealth Management. In this strategic role, Lauter will act as program manager for the Raymond James Financial Services advisors located at Gulf Winds and will oversee all wealth management
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Announces $300k in Grants for Q1 2026
The Coastal Credit Union Foundation has awarded $310,500 to 20 nonprofits in North Carolina during its Q1 2026 grant cycle. This quarter’s grant recipients reflect a broad range of impact areas, including food security, financial education, workforce development, housing and community services, and youth and family support, all core priorities of the Foundation’s mission.
Family Trust Foundation Hosts 18th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
The Family Trust Foundation, the charitable arm of Family Trust Federal Credit Union, announced today its upcoming Family Trust Charity Golf Tournament, set to take place at Rock Hill Country Club on September 14, 2026. The annual event brings together community partners, members, and supporters to raise funds for local nonprofits serving York and Greenville
From Risk into Readiness: An Inside Look at Vizo Financial’s 2026 Risk Management Conference
Packed with educational sessions by risk management experts and opportunities to discuss ideas, as well as practical solutions, with credit union professionals, Vizo Financial’s 2026 Risk Management Conference was a huge success. It offered attendees the chance to gain the latest information about some of the biggest current challenges, like fraud, AI and cyber threats.
CUES Leadership & Organizational Services Brings Tailored Strategic Solutions to the Industry
Credit unions facing complex challenges now have a trusted industry advisor to turn to: CUES Leadership & Organizational Services.
NASCUS Opens Pierre Jay Award Nominations, Reveals 2026 Summit Agenda and Speakers
The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Pierre Jay Award, the association’s highest recognition for individuals, programs, and organizations that have made meaningful contributions to the state credit union system. The award will be presented at the 61st Annual Meeting, the NASCUS State System Summit (S3),
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 2, 2026
TriUnity Foundation Opens National Grant Cycle for Credit Union Members Facing Terminal Illness
Redwood Credit Union named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2026
Stephanie Schmidt Earns National Check Professional Accreditation
CUES and TruStage® Announce Inaugural 2026 Leadership Pathways Cohort
Texas A&M IBE Students Raise $54,000 for Local Nonprofits
SECU’s Statewide Network of 275 Branches to Serve as Collection Sites for Governor’s School Supply Drive
Tower Federal Credit Union Partners with Greenlight to Help Parents Raise Financially Smart Kids and Teens
Vizo Financial Announces Board Officers Following 2026 Annual Meeting
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 26, 2026
Worth Credit Union Names Katie Turner-Carr Senior Vice President – Chief People Officer
Ken Gardner Promoted to Vice President of Human Resources at Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union
Chartway Awards Directors’ Memorial Scholarships to 13 Student-Members
NASCUS Honors Janet Powell’s Distinguished Career and Service to the State Credit Union System
Credit union CDFI recertifications are beginning to be finalized
eDOC Innovations Launches eDOC Chat Beta Program
Vizo Financial’s July 2026 Education Calendar
Birthday Benefit Bash hits a high note for North Bay youth music programs
Alogent and Solution Optimizers Partner to Help Financial Institutions Optimize and Scale ECM Strategies
LAFCU promotes Steve Jorgensen to vice president of lending
Sound Credit Union Recognizes 2026 Scholarship Recipients
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Five-Year Partnership with the University Foundation at Sacramento State
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Winners of 2026 Member Education Award Scholarships
Historic Scale, Successful Outcome: Corelation Completes Largest Conversion in Company History with Mountain America Credit Union
Corporate Central Partners with Advanced Fraud Solutions to Deliver ACH Fraud Scanning Through Beastro
Quavo Fraud & Disputes Earns SOC 1® Report, Demonstrating Commitment to Financial Institution Controls
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 18, 2026
TDFCU Announces New CEO to Drive Its Vision Forward
Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union Sweeps Pinnacle Awards With Six Wins
One Fintech Opened More New Checking Accounts Last Year Than All U.S. Credit Unions Combined
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 2, 2026
TriUnity Foundation Opens National Grant Cycle for Credit Union Members Facing Terminal Illness
Redwood Credit Union named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2026
Stephanie Schmidt Earns National Check Professional Accreditation
CUES and TruStage® Announce Inaugural 2026 Leadership Pathways Cohort
Texas A&M IBE Students Raise $54,000 for Local Nonprofits
SECU’s Statewide Network of 275 Branches to Serve as Collection Sites for Governor’s School Supply Drive
Tower Federal Credit Union Partners with Greenlight to Help Parents Raise Financially Smart Kids and Teens
Vizo Financial Announces Board Officers Following 2026 Annual Meeting
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 26, 2026
Worth Credit Union Names Katie Turner-Carr Senior Vice President – Chief People Officer
Ken Gardner Promoted to Vice President of Human Resources at Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union
Chartway Awards Directors’ Memorial Scholarships to 13 Student-Members
NASCUS Honors Janet Powell’s Distinguished Career and Service to the State Credit Union System
Credit union CDFI recertifications are beginning to be finalized
eDOC Innovations Launches eDOC Chat Beta Program
Vizo Financial’s July 2026 Education Calendar
Birthday Benefit Bash hits a high note for North Bay youth music programs
Alogent and Solution Optimizers Partner to Help Financial Institutions Optimize and Scale ECM Strategies
LAFCU promotes Steve Jorgensen to vice president of lending
Sound Credit Union Recognizes 2026 Scholarship Recipients
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Five-Year Partnership with the University Foundation at Sacramento State
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Winners of 2026 Member Education Award Scholarships
Historic Scale, Successful Outcome: Corelation Completes Largest Conversion in Company History with Mountain America Credit Union
Corporate Central Partners with Advanced Fraud Solutions to Deliver ACH Fraud Scanning Through Beastro
Quavo Fraud & Disputes Earns SOC 1® Report, Demonstrating Commitment to Financial Institution Controls
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 18, 2026
TDFCU Announces New CEO to Drive Its Vision Forward
Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union Sweeps Pinnacle Awards With Six Wins
One Fintech Opened More New Checking Accounts Last Year Than All U.S. Credit Unions Combined
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 2, 2026
TriUnity Foundation Opens National Grant Cycle for Credit Union Members Facing Terminal Illness
Redwood Credit Union named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2026
Stephanie Schmidt Earns National Check Professional Accreditation
CUES and TruStage® Announce Inaugural 2026 Leadership Pathways Cohort
Texas A&M IBE Students Raise $54,000 for Local Nonprofits
