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Text-to-Talk from Eltropy Allows Credit Unions and Community Banks to Deliver Personalized Service

At the first annual Eltropy User Conference last week, Eltropy unveiled its groundbreaking Text-to-Talk offering, heralding a new era of personalized communication and unwavering support that today’s consumers expect from their CFI. Text-to-Talk allows lenders and collections teams to seamlessly switch between Text-based chats and voice-only calls within Eltropy Messenger. This innovative capability helps credit

SECU Foundation Provides Choanoke Area Development Association $40,000 Grant for Affordable Housing

A $40,000 grant from SECU Foundation will help the Choanoke Area Development Association (CADA) expand its capacity to address affordable housing needs in Northampton, Bertie, Halifax, Hertford, and Martin counties. CADA supports the work of local governments in the region to develop quality affordable housing for low-income households, helping qualifying residents achieve self-sufficiency and a

Texas Trust Break Gound for New Branch in San Angelo

Texas Trust Credit Union broke ground on a new facility to serve its growing membership in San Angelo. The new facility will be located on FM 2288 and Sherwood Way in the H-E-B shopping center.

Corporate Central Conducts Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors

On Thursday, May 11, Corporate Central held its Annual Meeting at the Kalahari Convention Center in Wisconsin Dells, WI. They were pleased to join their members in celebrating the “Culture & Climate” theme at The Wisconsin Credit Union League’s Annual Convention & Exposition, which ran in conjunction with Corporate Central’s 42nd Annual Meeting. Delegates from

Advia Credit Union Names New Chief People Officer and Chief Retail Officer

Advia Credit Union is excited to announce two new chief executive-level positions within the organization, awarded to two exceptional current employees. These strategic additions to our leadership team signify our ongoing commitment to growth, innovation, and fostering internal talent. The new positions include the promotion of Renae Sisk to Chief People Officer and Jeffrey Bolser

Vertifi Software Completes Certification for Federal Reserve’s New Instant Payment Service  

Vertifi Software, LLC, is among the first in the industry to complete testing and certification for the FedNowSM Service, the Federal Reserve’s new instant payment offering launching in July 2023. The service will enable financial institutions to offer 24x7x365 instant payments, allowing customers to send and receive money immediately.  

Ciara LaVelle Joins Humanidei as Project Manager

Ontario, CA (May 22, 2023) – Humanidei is pleased to announce the addition of a new role—Project Manager— to be filled by Ciara LaVelle. Humanidei is a people operations consulting firm focused on helping credit unions become more inclusive, especially through talent attraction, development, and retention. “As Humanidei continues to grow in our mission of

Coastal Credit Union Hires Matt Huss, VP of Finance & Treasury

Coastal Credit Union has hired Matt Huss as VP, Finance & Treasury. In this role, Huss will be responsible for providing Coastal leadership with the information and guidance necessary to make sound financial decisions and fulfill Coastal’s mission and vision. Huss will lead a team focused on optimizing the credit union’s balance sheet and delivering

INOVA Federal Announces New Location in the Mishawaka Community

Elkhart, IN — Dallas Bergl, President and CEO of INOVA Federal, announces a new location opening in the Mishawaka community on June 6, 2023. Construction is nearing completion for the new, state-of-the-art banking facility located at 602 N. Main Street in Mishawaka. The new site will replace INOVA’s current location on 121 E Grove St,

MeridianLink Announces Recipients of Inaugural Arc Award During the 2023 User Forum

MeridianLink, Inc. (NYSE: MLNK), a leading provider of modern software platforms for financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies, today announced the recipients of its inaugural Arc Awards at a ceremony during the company’s annual User Forum at Disneyland® Resort in Anaheim, CA.

N.C. Zoological Society Awarded $2 Million Gift from SECU Foundation for Asia Habitat Addition

The world’s largest natural habitat zoological park, the North Carolina Zoo, will soon undergo an expansion and the addition of a new Asia habitat complex with the help of a $2 million gift from the member-funded SECU Foundation. The announcement was made yesterday in Asheboro to highlight the Foundation’s gift to the North Carolina Zoological

Co-op, EY and Mastercard Research Indicates Key to Member Loyalty

In response to ongoing financial uncertainty, consumers are looking for reassurance in the form of convenient financial solutions that balance immediate needs with long-term financial success. New research from Co-op Solutions indicates credit unions have an opportunity to provide that reassurance through convenient tools that manage day-to-day needs.

CUE THE CONFETTI – BCU CELEBRATES ITS NEWEST BRANCH WITH GRAND OPENING EVENT 

BCU’s Golden Valley Branch, centrally located within the Twin Cities, opened earlier this year and now that the Minnesota weather is warming, there is a lot to celebrate! With an event so big it spanned two days, the Branch hosted a Grand Opening celebration with food, games, giveaways, and more on Friday, May 5 and

Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Awards Over $230,000 in Scholarships and Educational Grants

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA (May 16, 2023) – The Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation is honored to announce the recipients of its 2023 scholarship program. This year, the foundation presented over $230,000 in scholarships and educational grants to high school students and adult members seeking career advancement throughout Peach State Federal Credit Union’s service area.

National Cooperative Bank Announces 2023 Board of Directors and Board Leadership

National Cooperative Bank (NCB), a leading financial services company dedicated to providing banking products and services to cooperatives, their members, and socially responsible organizations nationwide, is pleased to welcome one new member to its Board of Directors. The Board welcomes Maria Smedley, Esq, Vice President of Human Resources at Performance Foodservice, located in Little Rock,

American Banker Recognizes Eltropy CEO Ashish Garg as an Innovator of the Year for 2023

Eltropy, the leading digital conversations platform for community financial institutions, is thrilled to announce that its co-founder and CEO Ashish Garg has been nominated as a finalist for the American Banker Innovators of the Year for 2023. This prestigious recognition highlights Garg’s exceptional contributions to the financial industry and his commitment to empowering credit unions

Universal 1 Credit Union Announced 2023 Glen R Kershner Memorial Scholarship Winners

Universal 1 Credit Union (U1) members, Aubrianna Early (homeschooled), Parker Gaines of Beavercreek High School, Gabriel Lindsey of Beavercreek High School and Esther Ross of Dayton Christian High School were each awarded this year’s Glen R Kershner Memorial Scholarship of $1,000.00. The 2023 graduates have built an impressive list of accomplishments that has provided many

U.S. Senate Federal Credit Union Honors the U.S. Capitol Police on Peace Officers Memorial Day

On this Peace Officers Memorial Day, May 15, 2023, the United States Senate Federal Credit Union (USSFCU) is honoring the United States Capitol Police by providing breakfast to the officers on duty. The U.S. Capitol Police have been protecting the U.S. Capitol since 1828, making them one of the oldest organized police forces in the

CU ALLIANCE: A 25-Year Journey of Growth and Empowering Credit Unions

CU Alliance (CUA), formed as Credit Union Acceptance Company (CUAC), is a credit union service organization (CUSO) that has been serving credit unions for 25 years. We reflect on our journey and accomplishments as we celebrate this significant milestone. From our early days as a small start-up to our status as a leader in the

Coastal’s Bill Smith Retires After 53 Years of Volunteer Service

Coastal Credit Union board member Bill Smith has announced his retirement on May 15 after an incredible 53 years of service to the credit union. During the majority of his tenure, Mr. Smith served as the Secretary/Treasurer of the board, with terms as Vice Chair and Chair, and participated in several committees.

Technology

Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels

Alogent launched Alogent Shield, an advanced set of comprehensive features designed to tackle the rising threat of check fraud across ...
Strategic Partnerships

Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures

Aggieland Credit Union funded $53,000 in short-term business loans for 12 student teams participating in the 2024 Texas A&M Mays ...
Technology

Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024

Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversions platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), today announced that Co-founder and CEO Ashish Garg will ...
Making A Difference

TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need

Dogs are known for their ability to provide emotional support, reduce stress, encourage physical activity, and foster social connections, which ...
Making A Difference

Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools

Coastal Credit Union recently delivered nearly 11,000 school supplies to 29 Elementary schools throughout the counties that the credit union ...
Personnel Promotions

United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth

United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Renee Johnson as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Johnson ...
Strategic Partnerships

Autotruck Financial Credit Union Chooses Sharetec for Shared Values and Digital Innovation

Sharetec, a leading provider of core software and digital innovations, is thrilled to announce its new partnership with Kentucky-based credit ...
Other

Landings Credit Union Secures $81,000 Ahead Grant to Support Tempe Community Action Agency’s (TCAA) Economic Empowerment Programs

CONTACT: Cecilia Ashe, Chief Operations Officer FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PHONE: (480) 967-9475 EMAIL: cashe@landingscu.org WEBSITE: https://www.landingscu.org LANDINGS CREDIT UNION SECURES ...
Strategic Partnerships

First Hope Bank Partners with Arkatechture to Drive Data Innovation and Enhance Customer Experience

First Hope Bank, a family-owned community bank in New Jersey established in 1911, has formed a strategic partnership with Arkatechture, ...
Other

SECU’s Leigh Brady Named to 2024 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List by American Banker

American Banker has named State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) President and CEO Leigh Brady as one of the “Most Powerful ...
Operations & HR

GreenState appoints new Chief Risk Officer, Ryan Gage

GreenState Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Gage as its new Chief Risk Officer. Gage comes ...
Investments

Chartway Credit Union Expands with New Branches, Products, & Services

Chartway Credit Union is pleased to announce several initiatives that expand its footprint and enhance service offerings, reflecting its commitment ...
Personnel Promotions

United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Branch Manager Positions in Indiana

United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Crystal Hudson and Shannon Schock have been promoted to Branch Manager positions ...
Personnel Promotions

GTE Financial Elevates Leadership: Manny Aguilar and Dona Svehla Promoted to Key Executive Roles

GTE Financial is excited to announce the promotions of two distinguished leaders within the organization. Manny Aguilar has been elevated ...
Personnel Promotions

United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek

United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Cooper to Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek. ...
Strategic Partnerships

Maine Credit Union Grows Assets by More Than 60%

TruChoice Federal Credit Union increased assets more than 60% over five years by moving in-house systems to one consolidated external ...
Making A Difference

INOVA’S Samuel Kamwenji Receives Minority Business Excellence Award for Service

Samuel Kamwenji, Manager of Community Relations and Business Development at INOVA Federal Credit Union, received the Minority Business Excellence Award ...
Other

NCOFCU Awards it 2024 Vollunteer of the Year and Lifetime Achivement Awards at their San Antonio Conference

San Antonio, TX – October 4, 2024 – The National Council of Firefighters Credit Unions (NCOFCU) is proud to announce ...
Making A Difference

Maine Family Federal Credit Union Raises Over $1,000 in One Day for the Campaign for Ending Hunger

LEWISTON, ME – Maine Family Federal Credit Union proudly announced the success of its recent “Strapped for Cash” fundraiser, held ...
Making A Difference

Amrita Prasad of SafeAmerica Credit Union Featured on Women of Community Banking Video Podcast

SafeAmerica Credit Union proudly announces that Amrita Prasad, a key leader in its financial team, recently participated in the latest ...
Making A Difference

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Application Timeline for Member Education Award Scholarships

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today ...
Technology

Eltropy Showcases AI-Driven Solutions at VentureTech 2024, Celebrates Industry Innovation

Eltropy, the leading conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), showcased its innovative safe AI technology at VentureTech 2024, held ...
Technology

Advia Credit Union Launches Instant Payments with FedNow® and RTP, Enhancing Member Experience

Advia Credit Union, serving nearly 200,000 members across Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois, is excited to share that it now offers ...
Investments

Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union

Florida -based credit union with 70-year track record to collaborate with Cetera Financial Institutions to grow and deliver member-focused investment ...
Making A Difference

Horizon Helps Build a Better Future With $10,000 Donation

SPOKANE VALLEY, WA, November 4, 2024 – Horizon Credit Union helped secure the future of local families by awarding $10,000 ...
Personnel Promotions

GTE Financial Announces Key Promotions in Talent Development and Talent Administration Teams

GTE Financial is excited to announce the promotions of two key leaders within its Talent Organization. Josh Lansing has been ...
Making A Difference

Coastal Credit Union Collecting Toys for Tots

Coastal Credit Union has partnered with iHeart Radio and the United States Marine Corps to sponsor this year’s Toys for ...
Strategic Partnerships

Six Credit Unions Partner with myCUmortgage for Comprehensive Home Loan Services

As part of its ongoing efforts to help more credit union members with homeownership, myCUmortgage is excited to announce six ...
Marketing

LGE Community Credit Union wins two Marketing Association of Credit Unions awards

LGE Community Credit Union is proud to announce that it has been recognized with two awards from the Marketing Association ...
Charity Events

INTRODUCING TRIUNITY FOUNDATION: HELPING ELIMINATE DEBT FOR THOSE FACING TERMINAL ILLNESSES

St. Cloud Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the launch of TriUnity Foundation, a groundbreaking foundation in the credit ...
Technology

Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels

Alogent launched Alogent Shield, an advanced set of comprehensive features designed to tackle the rising threat of check fraud across ...
Strategic Partnerships

Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures

Aggieland Credit Union funded $53,000 in short-term business loans for 12 student teams participating in the 2024 Texas A&M Mays ...
Technology

Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024

Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversions platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), today announced that Co-founder and CEO Ashish Garg will ...
Making A Difference

TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need

Dogs are known for their ability to provide emotional support, reduce stress, encourage physical activity, and foster social connections, which ...
Making A Difference

Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools

Coastal Credit Union recently delivered nearly 11,000 school supplies to 29 Elementary schools throughout the counties that the credit union ...
Personnel Promotions

United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth

United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Renee Johnson as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Johnson ...
Strategic Partnerships

Autotruck Financial Credit Union Chooses Sharetec for Shared Values and Digital Innovation

Sharetec, a leading provider of core software and digital innovations, is thrilled to announce its new partnership with Kentucky-based credit ...
Other

Landings Credit Union Secures $81,000 Ahead Grant to Support Tempe Community Action Agency’s (TCAA) Economic Empowerment Programs

CONTACT: Cecilia Ashe, Chief Operations Officer FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PHONE: (480) 967-9475 EMAIL: cashe@landingscu.org WEBSITE: https://www.landingscu.org LANDINGS CREDIT UNION SECURES ...
Strategic Partnerships

First Hope Bank Partners with Arkatechture to Drive Data Innovation and Enhance Customer Experience

First Hope Bank, a family-owned community bank in New Jersey established in 1911, has formed a strategic partnership with Arkatechture, ...
Other

SECU’s Leigh Brady Named to 2024 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List by American Banker

American Banker has named State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) President and CEO Leigh Brady as one of the “Most Powerful ...
Operations & HR

GreenState appoints new Chief Risk Officer, Ryan Gage

GreenState Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Gage as its new Chief Risk Officer. Gage comes ...
Investments

Chartway Credit Union Expands with New Branches, Products, & Services

Chartway Credit Union is pleased to announce several initiatives that expand its footprint and enhance service offerings, reflecting its commitment ...
Personnel Promotions

United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Branch Manager Positions in Indiana

United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Crystal Hudson and Shannon Schock have been promoted to Branch Manager positions ...
Personnel Promotions

GTE Financial Elevates Leadership: Manny Aguilar and Dona Svehla Promoted to Key Executive Roles

GTE Financial is excited to announce the promotions of two distinguished leaders within the organization. Manny Aguilar has been elevated ...
Personnel Promotions

United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek

United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Cooper to Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek. ...
Strategic Partnerships

Maine Credit Union Grows Assets by More Than 60%

TruChoice Federal Credit Union increased assets more than 60% over five years by moving in-house systems to one consolidated external ...
Making A Difference

INOVA’S Samuel Kamwenji Receives Minority Business Excellence Award for Service

Samuel Kamwenji, Manager of Community Relations and Business Development at INOVA Federal Credit Union, received the Minority Business Excellence Award ...
Other

NCOFCU Awards it 2024 Vollunteer of the Year and Lifetime Achivement Awards at their San Antonio Conference

San Antonio, TX – October 4, 2024 – The National Council of Firefighters Credit Unions (NCOFCU) is proud to announce ...
Making A Difference

Maine Family Federal Credit Union Raises Over $1,000 in One Day for the Campaign for Ending Hunger

LEWISTON, ME – Maine Family Federal Credit Union proudly announced the success of its recent “Strapped for Cash” fundraiser, held ...
Making A Difference

Amrita Prasad of SafeAmerica Credit Union Featured on Women of Community Banking Video Podcast

SafeAmerica Credit Union proudly announces that Amrita Prasad, a key leader in its financial team, recently participated in the latest ...
Making A Difference

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Application Timeline for Member Education Award Scholarships

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today ...
Technology

Eltropy Showcases AI-Driven Solutions at VentureTech 2024, Celebrates Industry Innovation

Eltropy, the leading conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), showcased its innovative safe AI technology at VentureTech 2024, held ...
Technology

Advia Credit Union Launches Instant Payments with FedNow® and RTP, Enhancing Member Experience

Advia Credit Union, serving nearly 200,000 members across Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois, is excited to share that it now offers ...
Investments

Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union

Florida -based credit union with 70-year track record to collaborate with Cetera Financial Institutions to grow and deliver member-focused investment ...
Making A Difference

Horizon Helps Build a Better Future With $10,000 Donation

SPOKANE VALLEY, WA, November 4, 2024 – Horizon Credit Union helped secure the future of local families by awarding $10,000 ...
Personnel Promotions

GTE Financial Announces Key Promotions in Talent Development and Talent Administration Teams

GTE Financial is excited to announce the promotions of two key leaders within its Talent Organization. Josh Lansing has been ...
Making A Difference

Coastal Credit Union Collecting Toys for Tots

Coastal Credit Union has partnered with iHeart Radio and the United States Marine Corps to sponsor this year’s Toys for ...
Strategic Partnerships

Six Credit Unions Partner with myCUmortgage for Comprehensive Home Loan Services

As part of its ongoing efforts to help more credit union members with homeownership, myCUmortgage is excited to announce six ...
Marketing

LGE Community Credit Union wins two Marketing Association of Credit Unions awards

LGE Community Credit Union is proud to announce that it has been recognized with two awards from the Marketing Association ...
Charity Events

INTRODUCING TRIUNITY FOUNDATION: HELPING ELIMINATE DEBT FOR THOSE FACING TERMINAL ILLNESSES

St. Cloud Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the launch of TriUnity Foundation, a groundbreaking foundation in the credit ...

Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels

Alogent launched Alogent Shield, an advanced set of comprehensive features designed to tackle the rising threat of check fraud across all deposit channels. With two ...

Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures

Aggieland Credit Union funded $53,000 in short-term business loans for 12 student teams participating in the 2024 Texas A&M Mays Business School Integrated Business Experience ...

Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024

Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversions platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), today announced that Co-founder and CEO Ashish Garg will deliver a keynote address at ...

TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need

Dogs are known for their ability to provide emotional support, reduce stress, encourage physical activity, and foster social connections, which makes them invaluable in helping ...

Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools

Coastal Credit Union recently delivered nearly 11,000 school supplies to 29 Elementary schools throughout the counties that the credit union serves. Supplies were delivered during ...

United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth

United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Renee Johnson as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Johnson will join United’s Strategic Leadership ...
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