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.

100 Black Men of Triangle East Receives SECU Foundation Grant to Increase Community Impact By State Employees’ Credit Union

SECU Foundation recently provided a $40,000 grant to 100 Black Men of Triangle East (100BMTE), a Wake County non-profit founded to improve the lives of Black youth through programs that focus on mentoring, health and wellness, education, and economic empowerment. The grant will address the organization’s planning goals and fundraising strategies for growth and impact

State Employees’ Credit Union April 5, 2023

Supporting Access to Business Assistance Programs to Improve Financial Equity By Envisant

The Illinois Credit Union League is partnering with the Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and local credit unions to offer assistance to small businesses and entrepreneurs in Northeast Illinois.

Envisant April 5, 2023

United Federal Credit Union Appoints Ron Johnson to Branch Manager in Springdale By United Federal Credit Union

United Federal Credit Union (United) has appointed Ron Johnson the position of Branch Manager at its branch at Har-Ber Meadows branch at 6706 W. Sunset Ave. in Springdale, Arkansas.

United Federal Credit Union April 5, 2023

Redwood Credit Union Promotes Mishel Kaufman to Chief Administrative and Risk Officer By Redwood Credit Union

Mishel Kaufman has been promoted to chief administrative and risk officer for Redwood Credit Union.

Redwood Credit Union April 4, 2023

CUAC Helps 1ST Gateway CU Gain a Competitive Edge in the Market By CU Alliance, LLC

In 2019, 1st Gateway Credit Union began the search for a new partner for their indirect lending solution. The software they utilized at the time was slow and redundant. In addition to the technological issues, costs were escalating and their service deteriorating. The credit union began the search for a provider that would significantly increase

CU Alliance, LLC April 3, 2023

$500,000 Grant to Homeward Bound for Housing Complex Will Benefit Homeless Population in Asheville Area By State Employees’ Credit Union

SECU Foundation recently announced its support for the Buncombe County non-profit Homeward Bound, providing a $500,000 grant for the development of an 85-unit permanent supportive housing complex to address the growing homeless population in the Asheville area.

State Employees’ Credit Union April 3, 2023

United Federal Credit Union Supports Marion City Schools Students to Launch Start-Up Coffee Shop By United Federal Credit Union

United Federal Credit Union offered support to a local high school class in Marion, OH as it worked to build a brand-new coffee business.

United Federal Credit Union April 3, 2023

Montana’s Credit Unions Appoints Gerry Singleton As President/CEO By Humanidei

The Board of Directors of Montana’s Credit Unions is pleased to announce the selection of Gerry Singleton as the trade association’s new President/Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Singleton will succeed Ms. Tracie Kenyon, who has served in the role for nearly 22 years. We are excited to have Gerry join Montana’s Credit Unions as our next

Humanidei March 31, 2023

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 31, 2023 By The Baker Group, LP

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

The Baker Group, LP March 31, 2023

The Illinois Credit Union System Celebrates 2022 Charitable Contributions By Envisant

Naperville, Illinois, March 22, 2023 – The Illinois Credit Union System announced record financial results in 2022, which it has shared by contributing more than $700,000 to credit union organizations and charities. The Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL) and its business subsidiary Envisant are dedicated to the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People,” and

Envisant March 30, 2023

PrimeWay Hosts NCUA Chairman Todd Harper By PrimeWay Federal Credit Union

PrimeWay Hosts NCUA Chairman Todd Harper HOUSTON, March 30, 2022 – PrimeWay Federal Credit Union, a minority designated credit union, recently welcomed the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Chairman Todd Harper for a visit to discuss the credit union’s strong financials and commitment to serving its diverse membership. Chairman Harper’s visit to PrimeWay Federal Credit

PrimeWay Federal Credit Union March 30, 2023

In Response to Bank Crisis, CUES Launches Safe and Sound: Resources for Financial Stability By CUES

Talent development leader CUES has launched Safe and Sound: Resources for Financial Stability to support credit unions in response to the recent bank crisis.

CUES March 30, 2023

The Servion Group Announces Annual Board Reorganization By The Servion Group

Servion, Inc. (dba The Servion Group), a Twin Cities-based credit union service organization (CUSO), is pleased to announce the annual reorganization of its board of directors, which includes executives from seven Minnesota credit unions.

The Servion Group March 30, 2023

Alliant Credit Union CEO Dennis Devine Appointed to Co-op Board By CO-OP/PSCU

Dennis Devine, President/CEO of Alliant Credit Union of Chicago, Illinois, has been appointed to the Co-op Solutions Board of Directors. He will stand for election to a full three-year term at the Annual Co-op Shareholders meeting on May 3, 2023, during the Co-op THINK 23 conference.

CO-OP/PSCU March 30, 2023

Corporate Central to Deliver Cash Management and Forecasting Services By Corporate Central Credit Union

Corporate Central is pleased to announce it has partnered with logicpath to offer a new Cash Forecasting Service to member credit unions. Logicpath’s proprietary cash inventory management portal allows credit union members of Corporate Central to accurately forecast and order cash while optimizing inventory levels across their organization.

Corporate Central Credit Union March 30, 2023

Origence Presented with NACUSO’s Prestigious 2023 CUSO of the Year – Distinguished Service Award By Origence

Origence, the nation’s leading provider of lending solutions to the credit union industry, received the 2023 Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO) of the Year – Distinguished Service award from the National Association of Credit Union Service Organizations (NACUSO).

Origence March 29, 2023

CUNA Marketing Council Names Rachel Bond Community Outreach Professional of the Year By Greater Texas Federal Credit Union

Rachel Bond, Assistant Vice President of Community Engagement and Public Relations for Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union, has been named the CUNA Marketing and Business Development Council 2023 Community Outreach Professional of the Year.

Greater Texas Federal Credit Union March 29, 2023

Kevin Chiappetta Presents Hedging Career Risk at 2023 CUNA Investment Certification eSchool By Corporate Central Credit Union

Kevin Chiappetta, CFA, President of QuantyPhi, recently presented a session about Hedging Career Risk at the 2023 CUNA Investment Certification eSchool: Fundamentals.

Corporate Central Credit Union March 29, 2023

BCU NAMED 2023 GALLUP EXCEPTIONAL WORKPLACE AWARD WINNER By BCU

BCU is honored to have earned the 2023 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA). This award recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world. Steadfast in its Purpose to Empower People to Discover Financial Freedom, the Credit Union keeps members at the forefront of every decision.

BCU March 29, 2023

Credit Union Industry Strong and Resilient Amid Silicon Valley Bank Collapse By Eltropy

Credit Union Industry Strong and Resilient Amid Silicon Valley Bank Collapse CUs who gathered at Eltropy’s “Digital Conversations For CFIs” event in San Jose on March 16 discussed reasons to stay calm and stay the course – as credit unions highlight the stability of their community lending approach MILPITAS, Calif. – March 27, 2023 –

Eltropy March 28, 2023

Horizon’s New Home Loan Campaign Makes Home Buyer’s Future Less Hazy By Horizon Credit Union

From April 1 to June 30, homebuyers who finance or refinance their home loan with us will have the option to lower their rate within 18 months of the funding date if rates have gone down. The purpose of this campaign is to help bring clarity to an uncertain housing market and give prospective homebuyers

Horizon Credit Union March 28, 2023

VISA 2023 NFL SWEEPSTAKES FOR BCU – WINNERS ANNOUNCED By BCU

The Visa 2023 NFL Sweepstakes for BCU awarded members with one of two prize packages to celebrate Super Bowl LVII in Arizona.

BCU March 28, 2023

Redwood Credit Union Welcomes New San Rafael Branch Experience Manager By Redwood Credit Union

Redwood Credit Union has hired Alia Triliegi as branch experience manager of its San Rafael branch.

Redwood Credit Union March 28, 2023

Julie Woloszyn Earns Professional Certified Marketer Designation By Corporate Central Credit Union

Good morning, Corporate Central is proud to announce that Julie Woloszyn, Marketing Manager, has earned the distinguished Professional Certified Marketer® (PCM®) Marketing Management certification from the American Marketing Association (AMA). Please see the full press release and graphic attached. Thank you, Orianna

Corporate Central Credit Union March 28, 2023

GTE FINANCIAL APPOINTS NEW ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT OF TOTAL REWARDS By GTE Financial Federal Credit Union

GTE Financial continues to recruit exceptional leadership and build knowledgeable, passionate teams to stand out from other financial institutions in Florida. The credit union is pleased to announce the onboarding of Melissa Masoud, the new Assistant Vice President of Total Awards.

GTE Financial Federal Credit Union March 28, 2023

TruPartner hires new Chief Financial Officer, Kevin Dreyer By TruPartner Credit Union

TruPartner Credit Union (TPCU), one of Cincinnati’s premier Credit Unions, has named Kevin Dreyer as its Chief Financial Officer. For over 85 years, the nearly $200 million-asset credit union has served its community and has over 16,000 members. Dreyer with 20 years of industry experience, most recently as Accounting and Finance Manager for MyUSA Credit

TruPartner Credit Union March 28, 2023

Corporate Central Hosts Successful Digital Marketing Forum By Corporate Central Credit Union

On March 22, Corporate Central hosted the 2023 Digital Marketing Forum virtually. Credit union marketing professionals from across the country participated in the forum which covered topics including search engine optimization (SEO), digital advertising, and other trending topics.

Corporate Central Credit Union March 27, 2023

Horizon Offers Free Youth Education Pop-Ups for National Credit Union Youth Month By Horizon Credit Union

April is Credit Union Youth Month! To celebrate, Horizon Credit Union is offering deals for new youth accounts and will be hosting educational financial courses for kids and parents alike.

Horizon Credit Union March 24, 2023

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 24, 2023 By The Baker Group, LP