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.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 12, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Coastal Credit Union Hires Dean Shannon as VP, Data Engineering and Platforms Architecture
Coastal Credit Union has hired Dean Shannon as its new VP of Data Engineering and Platforms Architecture. In this role, he will be responsible for managing the team that builds critical data solutions and provides a strong platform foundation and function. His contributions will play a vital role in transformation initiatives, execution of strategy, and
Pantego Welcomes New Branch of Texas Trust Credit Union
The Town of Pantego is now home to a branch of Texas Trust Credit Union. At the intersection of Pioneer Parkway and Bowen, the credit union has opened a 2,700-square-foot full-service financial center to provide personalized service to members in Pantego and the surrounding area.
State Employees’ Credit Union CEO Jim Hayes Named to Business North Carolina’s Power List
Business North Carolina recently named State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) CEO Jim Hayes to the publication’s Power List 2023, an annual selection of North Carolina’s most influential private sector leaders. Hayes was featured among the top individuals in the finance and insurance industry in North Carolina.
Eltropy Expands Video Notary Footprint to 21 States, Speeding Up the Loan Approval Process
Eltropy, the leading digital conversations platform for community financial institutions, today announced the approval of its Video Notary solution in Washington State. With support from several Washington-based community financial institutions (CFIs) that rely on Eltropy’s digital platform, the push for approval in this state came from customer demand. Washington marks Eltropy’s twenty-first state to approve
Redstone welcomes new member to board
The Redstone Federal Credit Union Board of Directors has announced that Rick Hempstead will join its Board effective immediately.
$146M Coastline FCU Doubles Monthly Lending in One Quarter
The credit union has been running a variety of marketing campaigns aligned with its brand, not just for loans. For example, in April Coastline FCU promoted Swipe to Win in which the credit union paid for five card swipes up to $50 in face value per member. Another program, Hit the Gas, Get the Cash,
Day Air Announces Plans for a New Butler Township Branch
Day Air Credit Union is excited to announce the future construction of a new state-of-the-art branch in Butler Township. The new standalone branch will be built on a plot of land at 7919 N. Dixie Rd. When completed, the new location will house the Day Air branch currently located at 3434 York Commons Blvd.
United Federal Credit Union Partners with MSHDA to Offer Down Payment Assistance to Michigan Mortgage Borrowers
To help borrowers reach their homeownership goals, United Federal Credit Union has become an official partner of the Michigan State Housing Development Authority’s (MSHDA) mortgage assistance down payment program.
Origence and Zest AI introduce Zest Auto, the AI-automated underwriting technology for credit unions
Origence, the nation’s leading credit union lending technology provider, and Zest AI, the leader in automating underwriting with more accurate and inclusive lending insights, have announced the launch of Zest Auto, the AI-automated underwriting model for credit union automotive lenders, available exclusively through Origence. This partnership expansion follows Origence’s investment participation in Zest AI’s most
Origence and Zest AI introduce Zest Auto, the AI-automated underwriting technology for credit unions
Origence, the nation’s leading credit union lending technology provider, and Zest AI, the leader in automating underwriting with more accurate and inclusive lending insights, have announced the launch of Zest Auto, the AI-automated underwriting model for credit union automotive lenders, available exclusively through Origence. This partnership expansion follows Origence’s investment participation in Zest AI’s most
State Employees’ Credit Union Selects NCR to Modernize Members’ Digital Banking Experience
North Carolina State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU), the second largest credit union in the United States, will work with NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a leading enterprise technology provider, to modernize the digital banking experience for SECU’s 2.7 million members across North Carolina.
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Announces Grants for Local Community Organizations
The Coastal Credit Union Foundation announced today that it has granted $78,000 to five community organizations in central North Carolina
CU Alliance Announces Partnership with Credit Unions First
CU Alliance®, a leading Credit Union Service Organization based in Houston, is pleased to announce its partnership with Credit Unions First, a newly created CUSO with a shared passion for providing credit unions with the ability to own loan-related products and services.
BECU’s 2022 Annual Report: Financial Strength Drives Purpose Forward
BECU, the country’s fourth-largest credit union, released its 2022 Annual Report to members today.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 05, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Origence Announces New Board Officers and Members
Origence, the nation’s leading provider of lending technology solutions for credit unions, has announced the results of their board of directors election during the company’s annual shareholders meeting.
Indiana Members Credit Union Announces Operations Team Promotions
Indiana Members Credit Union is pleased to announce 8 Operations team promotions, further strengthening its organization.
Kim Sather named chief information officer at Oregon State Credit Union
Oregon State Credit Union has named Kim Sather to be the credit union’s new executive vice president/chief information officer, announced Oregon State Credit Union President/CEO Rick Hein.
Christian Community Credit Union Launches New Cash Rewards Visa® Credit Card
Christian Community Credit Union (CCCU) is proud to announce the launch of the new Cash Rewards Visa® credit card, designed to benefit both cardholders and Christian charities. The Cash Rewards Visa® offers unlimited 1.5% cash back on every purchase, $200 bonus cash when $750 is spent in the first three months, and a portion of
UMassFive Donates 365 Pounds of Personal Care Items to Local Survival Centers
UMassFive is thrilled to announce the success of its personal care items drive, which was held during the month of March in its Hadley, Northampton, and Springfield branches. The drive collected over 365 pounds of personal care items, which were donated to three local organizations: Amherst Survival Center, Northampton Survival Center, and The Gray House
Universal 1 Credit Union Announces Exclusive Naming Rights Partnership with The Flyght Academy
Universal 1 Credit Union (U1), a not-for-profit financial institution based in Dayton, OH, is pleased to announce its exclusive naming rights partnership for the Universal 1 Flyght Dome. The 10-year partnership with The Flyght Academy will showcase a 50,000 sq. ft. sports dome, situated just off HWY 49 in Trotwood, OH.
Sharetec’s Remote Signatures Impacts North Community Credit Union with Great Success
Sharetec Systems is pleased to announce North Iowa Community Credit Union (NICCU) has great results utilizing Sharetec’s Remote Signatures module. Positively impacting the credit union, NICCU shares their results and success of Remote Signatures, and what it has done for the credit union and members.
Corporate Central Promotes Malisha Yang to Member Services Specialist
Corporate Central is pleased to announce that Malisha Yang has been promoted to Member Services Specialist. In this role, Yang is responsible for facilitating robust delivery of superior member service and proactive relationship development. She serves as primary support for all new member onboarding processes, assists with account user authority, and provides support for member
First Financial Credit Union Launches New Network Brand to Help Credit Unions Achieve Greater Success Through Collaboration.
Chicago, IL First Financial Credit Union Launches New Network Brand to Help Credit Unions Achieve Greater Success Through Collaboration. encurage financial network, a cooperative effort of four formerly independent credit unions and three credit union service organizations (CUSOs), has officially set a date for its launch. The network aims to help members keep their local
First Financial CU Launches New Network Brand
Good Afternoon, Effective 5/1/2023 First Financial CU in Chicago, IL will be launching a cooperative network brand known as the encurage financial network, comprising of four legacy credit unions and three CUSOs. Please find our press release attached. It would be our desire to have this posted on Monday AM – also including a PNG
Corporate Central Promotes Shannon Cate to Manager Member Services
Corporate Central is proud to announce that Shannon Cate, NCP has been promoted to Manager Member Services. In this role, Cate is responsible for providing operational support of products and services to enable delivery of superior member service.
Financial Center’s Executive Changes Signal Plans for Growth
Financial Center First Credit Union is taking bold steps toward the $850 million-dollar credit union’s future, making significant investments in the senior leadership team in response to the organization’s three-year strategic plan and growth objectives. These changes reflect the credit union’s commitment to professional growth, excellence in leadership, and dedication to member service.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: April 28, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
SafeAmerica Credit Union Announces Their 2023 College Scholarship Winners.
SafeAmerica Credit Union Interim CEO and Chairman of the Board, Frank Zampella, announced the winners of the credit unions annual College Scholarship Program to the Board of Directors and members present at their 70th Annual Meeting on April 18, 2023.
CU Alliance CUSO and Affiliates Rebrand as FOCUSONE™
OCCU adds associate board members, board director
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Taylor McNeany and Michael Madsen as External Mortgage Loan Officers
Alogent Welcomes Honor Credit Union to the Alogent Family, Modernizing Deposits Automation and Enterprise Content Management Solutions
Garden Savings Federal Credit Union Awards Three Scholarships
Sharetec Experiences Rapid Growth in Puerto Rico with Three Key Partnerships
Corporate Central Pioneers the Future of Payments with Superior ACH Solutions and Beastro Platform Integration
CORRECTION: ORIGENCE RAISES $132,250 WITH “30 YEARS OF IMPACT” CAMPAIGN DONATING FUNDS TO CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
Del-One Federal Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice Solutions for Student Lending
Silver State Schools Credit Union Selects Ken Downs as SVP/ Chief Information Officer
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 5, 2024
Corporate Central Promotes Cameron Krueger to Website and Design Specialist
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Fort Smith, Arkansas
Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Donates to Alabama Nonprofits
Alloya Announces Changes in Capital Markets and Investment Services
STEVE DEERE NAMED PRESIDENT AND CEO OF R-G FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
United Federal Credit Union Named to 2024 Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces in North America List
Coastal Credit Union Foundation and Carolinas Credit Union Foundation Award Scholarship Funds to Eleven Students
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and Sacramento Republic FC Recognize Outstanding Teachers and School Employees at Matches Throughout the 2024 Season
Justice Federal Credit Union Announces Merger with Law Enforcement & Technology Federal Credit Union
Coastal Credit Union Foundation and Habitat for Humanity Unveil Latest Home in Chapel Hill
Illinois Credit Union System Announces Leadership Change
ORIGENCE RAISES $132,850 WITH “30 YEARS OF IMPACT” CAMPAIGN DONATING FUNDS TO CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
SECU Foundation Provides Financing for Bertie County Workforce Housing
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 28, 2024
GTE Financial Promotes Two Leaders In Operations To Vice President
TopLine Credit Union And Employees Donate Clothing And Shoes
NASCUS Issues Comments on NCUA’s Part 749 Record Retention and Preservation Rule
Eltropy Announces Key Enhancements to Unified Conversations Platform
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Springdale, AR
CU Alliance CUSO and Affiliates Rebrand as FOCUSONE™
OCCU adds associate board members, board director
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Taylor McNeany and Michael Madsen as External Mortgage Loan Officers
Alogent Welcomes Honor Credit Union to the Alogent Family, Modernizing Deposits Automation and Enterprise Content Management Solutions
Garden Savings Federal Credit Union Awards Three Scholarships
Sharetec Experiences Rapid Growth in Puerto Rico with Three Key Partnerships
Corporate Central Pioneers the Future of Payments with Superior ACH Solutions and Beastro Platform Integration
CORRECTION: ORIGENCE RAISES $132,250 WITH “30 YEARS OF IMPACT” CAMPAIGN DONATING FUNDS TO CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
Del-One Federal Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice Solutions for Student Lending
Silver State Schools Credit Union Selects Ken Downs as SVP/ Chief Information Officer
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 5, 2024
Corporate Central Promotes Cameron Krueger to Website and Design Specialist
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Fort Smith, Arkansas
Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Donates to Alabama Nonprofits
Alloya Announces Changes in Capital Markets and Investment Services
STEVE DEERE NAMED PRESIDENT AND CEO OF R-G FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
United Federal Credit Union Named to 2024 Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces in North America List
Coastal Credit Union Foundation and Carolinas Credit Union Foundation Award Scholarship Funds to Eleven Students
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and Sacramento Republic FC Recognize Outstanding Teachers and School Employees at Matches Throughout the 2024 Season
Justice Federal Credit Union Announces Merger with Law Enforcement & Technology Federal Credit Union
Coastal Credit Union Foundation and Habitat for Humanity Unveil Latest Home in Chapel Hill
Illinois Credit Union System Announces Leadership Change
ORIGENCE RAISES $132,850 WITH “30 YEARS OF IMPACT” CAMPAIGN DONATING FUNDS TO CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
SECU Foundation Provides Financing for Bertie County Workforce Housing
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 28, 2024
GTE Financial Promotes Two Leaders In Operations To Vice President
TopLine Credit Union And Employees Donate Clothing And Shoes
NASCUS Issues Comments on NCUA’s Part 749 Record Retention and Preservation Rule
Eltropy Announces Key Enhancements to Unified Conversations Platform
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Springdale, AR
CU Alliance CUSO and Affiliates Rebrand as FOCUSONE™
OCCU adds associate board members, board director
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Taylor McNeany and Michael Madsen as External Mortgage Loan Officers
Alogent Welcomes Honor Credit Union to the Alogent Family, Modernizing Deposits Automation and Enterprise Content Management Solutions
Garden Savings Federal Credit Union Awards Three Scholarships
Sharetec Experiences Rapid Growth in Puerto Rico with Three Key Partnerships
