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.
2024 CUES Emerge Competition Judging Panel Announced
CUES and partner Currency Marketing have selected a team of highly-respected credit union leaders to serve as the 2024 CUES Emerge judging panel.
Alogent Recognized as Finalist in Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards for Payment Solutions Innovation
Alogent announce that its Unify platform has been named a finalist for the Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards in the Product Innovation, Payment Solutions category. This recognition highlights Unify’s unique approach to enterprise deposits automation and its significant impact on the financial services industry. By consolidating all deposit channels into a single, modern platform with
NASCUS Announces 2024-25 Board and Advisory Council Election Results
In August, the National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) conducted its annual elections for its Regulator Board and Credit Union Advisory Council. Members of the NASCUS Regulator Board are elected by NASCUS regulator members, comprised of all state credit union regulatory agencies across the nation.
Coop Manati Chooses Sharetec for Its Modernization & Efficiency
Sharetec, an inventive and advanced leader in credit union technology, recently announced its new partnership with Coop Manati, one of the fastest growing credit unions in Puerto Rico (PR). Coop Manati is committed to expanding its capabilities to provide the best for their membership, and with Sharetec, the credit union is looking forward to offering
HealthShare Grants $50,000 in Down Payment Assistance
To support financial stability and homeownership for low-income members, HealthShare Federal Credit Union announced five $10,000 down payment grants, helping turn the dream of homeownership into reality for deserving individuals.
Synergent and Jack Henry Celebrate 20 Years of Partnership
Synergent® and Jack Henry™ recently celebrated the monumental milestone of 20 years of partnership! To commemorate, staff members from both Synergent and Jack Henry traveled to KV Federal Credit Union in Augusta, Maine, to mark the occasion where Synergent completed its first core conversion to Episys (now Symitar).
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Funds Cal Poly Pomona Credentialing Program
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today announced its partnership with Cal Poly Pomona (CPP) to fund support for teachers earning their computer science supplementary authorization. The program benefits elementary, middle and high school teachers and has achieved initial success during the
Centra Credit Union names Lynne Coverdale as new Mortgage Loan Consultant
Hello, Please see the attached press release announcing that Centra Credit Union has added Lynne Coverdale to their team of experienced Mortgage Loan Consultants. Coverdale serves the greater Indianapolis area. If you have any questions, please contact Chrissy Bailey, SVP Marketing, at cbailey@centra.org or 812-314-0254. Thank you!
Debbie Joins CUNA Strategic Services as New Alliance Provider
CUNA Strategic Services is excited to announce its newest strategic alliance provider, Debbie. Debbie offers a member growth and
U.S. Senate Federal Credit Union Showcases Innovative AI Use at VMware Explore 2024
The U.S. Senate Federal Credit Union (USSFCU) stood out at VMware Explore 2024, a global conference held at the Venetian Convention and Expo Center, Las Vegas. The conference, recognized for its emphasis on cloud technology and digital transformation, featured USSFCU’s groundbreaking use of private artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the member experience and streamline banking
GreenState teams up with local Brewery to make a greener Iowa
Big Grove Brewery and GreenState Credit Union have announced the release of the fourth annual A Greener State of Mind, a citrus-forward pale ale. The collaboration between the brewery and credit union aims to support environmental efforts across Iowa. Proceeds from the beer will go to the Iowa division of the Izaak Walton League, a
1st MidAmerica Credit Union Delivers $30,000 in Grant Funds
1st MidAmerica Credit Union delivered $30,000 in grant funds to local small businesses in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago (FHLB).
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: September 13, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Supports Successful Education Program at CSU Long Beach
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today announced that its ongoing partnership with the California State University Long Beach (CSULB) College of Education has achieved solid results in recent years for its evidence-based, multifaceted program to mentor and train teachers to ensure
Eltropy and Sync 1 Systems Announce Integration to Streamline Loan Origination for Community Financial Institutions
Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), today announced an integration with Sync 1 Systems, a provider of advanced loan origination software (LOS). This collaboration will empower CFIs to enhance their lending processes by integrating Eltropy’s communication tools directly into Sync 1’s loan origination workflow.
United Federal Credit Union Celebrates Allentown Branches, New Regional Market with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
United Federal Credit Union (United) celebrated its newest region in Allentown, Pennsylvania with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, September 10. United entered the Lehigh Valley market following a merger with GOLD Credit Union on April 1, 2024, followed by a successful system conversion of the credit unions on August 1.
SouthLight Healthcare Awarded $500,000 Grant to Help Expand Access to Outpatient Treatment Services
– SECU Foundation awarded a $500,000 grant to SouthLight Healthcare, one of the area’s leading non-profit providers of outpatient and community-based services for mental health and substance use treatment. Funding will support the renovation of the outpatient treatment center at its Wake County main campus to help expand its reach and impact in Johnston, Durham,
Alloya’s Leadership Symposium Celebrates its Tenth Year in Nashville
Alloya Corporate Federal Credit Union proudly celebrated the tenth anniversary of its Credit Union Leadership Symposium in Nashville, Tennessee last week, with a record showing of 268 professionals representing 164 credit unions and 26 states.
SECU Foundation Supports Disaster Preparedness with $250,000 Contribution to Feeding the Carolinas
SECU Foundation has awarded a $250,000 grant to Feeding the Carolinas (FTC) for the non-profit’s disaster preparedness efforts in North Carolina. Funds will help equip the organization to readily deliver food and other essential supplies to individuals and communities impacted by disasters.
UMassFive Donates Thousands of Personal Care Items to Local Survival Centers
UMassFive College Federal Credit Union is thrilled to announce the success of its personal care items drive, which was held during the summer in its Hadley, Northampton, and Springfield branches. The drive collected thousands of personal care items, which were donated to three local organizations: Amherst Survival Center, Northampton Survival Center, and The Gray House
United Federal Credit Union Recognized as Global Workplace Leader
Already recognized as one of the Top 100 Workplaces in North America, United Federal Credit Union has earned a new distinction on the worldwide stage after being named one of the 2024 Global Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces by Inspiring Workplaces Group.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: September 06, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
CU Student Choice and Directions Credit Union Offer New Financing Option for Aviation Maintenance Trainees
CU Student Choice, the leading provider of higher education financing solutions to America’s credit unions, announced that it has collaborated with Directions Credit Union to provide lending solutions for trainees in the Aircraft Maintenance Technician program at the Federal Aerospace Institute (FAI).
Sound Credit Union and UW Tacoma’s Milgard Center for Business Analytics Announce Statewide FinTech Competition
For the fourth consecutive year, Sound Credit Union (Sound) and the University of Washington Tacoma’s (UWT) Milgard Center for Business Analytics are inviting entrepreneurs to join their statewide FinTech Incubator Challenge. This initiative aims to connect with innovators passionate about financial technology (FinTech) and uncover cutting-edge tools that can help consumers manage their finances and make informed decisions.
Callahan & Associates’ Announces New 2025 CreditUnions.com Media Kit
Callahan & Associates, a trusted leader in the credit union industry for nearly 40 years, is pleased to announce the release of its 2025 Media Kit.
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Susanne Miller as Senior Vice President of Accounting and Finance
Susanne Miller has been hired as the new senior vice president over Accounting and Finance for Redwood Credit Union.
State Employees Association of North Carolina (SEANC) Announces its Endorsement of SECU’s Board-Nominated Candidates Citing Their Representation for State Employees
The State Employees Association of North Carolina has announced its support and endorsement for Robert Brinson, Mark Fleming, Stelfanie Williams, and McKinley Wooten Jr., the Board-nominated candidates for State Employees’ Credit Union’s (SECU) upcoming Board of Directors election. SEANC members are North Carolina’s current and retired state government employees, the same as the Credit Union’s
Eltropy Leadership Summit 2024 Concludes, Highlighting Community Focus and Financial Security in an AI Era
The third annual Eltropy Leadership Summit, held August 26-28, 2024, at the Sundance Mountain Resort in Utah, has concluded, leaving attendees with renewed commitment to focus on their communities and strategies for strengthening financial security and fraud prevention in a digital and AI-driven age. Organized by Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversations platform for community financial
ASA and Sharetec Partner to Transform Credit Union, Fintech Collaboration
ASA, an embedded App Store as a Service provider, today announced a long-term strategic partnership with Sharetec, a web-based core processing platform for credit unions. Sharetec will be the first to integrate ASA’s embedded app store, ASA Vault, into its digital banking platform, allowing Sharetec’s nearly 300 credit union customers to boost deposits, interchange, member
GTE Financial Celebrates Excellence: Dr. Traci’s House Among Top 15 Finalists At Inaugural Business Ambassador Awards
GTE Financial is dedicated to providing financial solutions, personalized service, and exceptional value to small businesses. The Business Ambassador Awards is a grant program created to acknowledge businesses that prioritize their employees and positively impact the Tampa Bay community. One of the finalists is Dr. Traci’s House, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization committed to enhancing communities’
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™
Corporate Central Holds 45th Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors
Sharetec Appoints New Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Transformational Growth
Justice Federal Credit Union Announces Strong First Quarter 2026 Results and Continued Member Impact
Girl Scouts Visit Peach State Federal Credit Union’s Abbeville Branch to Earn Financial Literacy Badge
Tower Wealth Management Surpasses $1 Billion in Brokerage and Advisory Assets
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
CoVantage Credit Union Announces Appointment of Matt Kaudy as President and CEO
Chris Felton Receives One of the Credit Union Industry’s Highest Honors
$59 Billion State Employees’ Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting the KeyStone Core to Enhance its Member Service Experience
$59 Billion State Employees’ Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting the KeyStone Core to Enhance its Member Service Experience
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 15, 2026
Credit Unions Demonstrate Strength And Stability In First Quarter 2026
Gulf Winds Welcomes Pete Lauter as Vice President of Wealth Management
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Announces $300k in Grants for Q1 2026
Family Trust Foundation Hosts 18th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
From Risk into Readiness: An Inside Look at Vizo Financial’s 2026 Risk Management Conference
CUES Leadership & Organizational Services Brings Tailored Strategic Solutions to the Industry
NASCUS Opens Pierre Jay Award Nominations, Reveals 2026 Summit Agenda and Speakers
ALM First Welcomes Matt Motyka as Director, Advisory Services
Free May 30 mixer to help entrepreneurs market their businesses
Greater Texas Credit Union Promotes Lisa Back to EVP
Harvard Federal Credit Union Selects Arkatechture as Its Data Analytics Partner
Redwood Credit Union celebrates local entrepreneurs during Small Business Month
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 08, 2026
Hometown Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
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™
Corporate Central Holds 45th Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors
Sharetec Appoints New Chief Revenue Officer to Drive Transformational Growth
Justice Federal Credit Union Announces Strong First Quarter 2026 Results and Continued Member Impact
Girl Scouts Visit Peach State Federal Credit Union’s Abbeville Branch to Earn Financial Literacy Badge
Tower Wealth Management Surpasses $1 Billion in Brokerage and Advisory Assets
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
CoVantage Credit Union Announces Appointment of Matt Kaudy as President and CEO
Chris Felton Receives One of the Credit Union Industry’s Highest Honors
$59 Billion State Employees’ Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting the KeyStone Core to Enhance its Member Service Experience
$59 Billion State Employees’ Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting the KeyStone Core to Enhance its Member Service Experience
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 15, 2026
Credit Unions Demonstrate Strength And Stability In First Quarter 2026
Gulf Winds Welcomes Pete Lauter as Vice President of Wealth Management
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Announces $300k in Grants for Q1 2026
Family Trust Foundation Hosts 18th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
From Risk into Readiness: An Inside Look at Vizo Financial’s 2026 Risk Management Conference
CUES Leadership & Organizational Services Brings Tailored Strategic Solutions to the Industry
NASCUS Opens Pierre Jay Award Nominations, Reveals 2026 Summit Agenda and Speakers
ALM First Welcomes Matt Motyka as Director, Advisory Services
Free May 30 mixer to help entrepreneurs market their businesses
Greater Texas Credit Union Promotes Lisa Back to EVP
Harvard Federal Credit Union Selects Arkatechture as Its Data Analytics Partner
Redwood Credit Union celebrates local entrepreneurs during Small Business Month
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 08, 2026
Hometown Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
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™
Corporate Central Holds 45th Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors
