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.
SECU’s Annual Statewide Toy Drive is Happening Now
State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) is excited to announce that its third annual statewide Toy Drive is officially underway and will continue through December 6. All 275 branches will serve as drop-off sites for the drive to help spread the joy of the holiday season to local children and families.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 8, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Seattle Credit Union Receives $900 Thousand In CDFI Funding To Support Their ITIN Affordable Housing Mortgage Product
SEATTLE, WA—Seattle Credit Union received $900 thousand in CDFI (Community Development Financial Institution) funding to support the development of their 30-year fixed below market rate Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) mortgage loan product for first time home buyers in Washington State.
eDOC Adds Seven New In-House Imaging Clients through Strategic Partnerships
eDOC added seven new in-house imaging clients in 2024 driven by its strong relationships with key network partners and reflecting the CUSO’s ongoing commitment to delivering advanced document management solutions to the industry.
LAFCU earns national recognition as finalist for Credit Union Times Luminaries Award
LANSING, MI – LAFCU has been named a finalist for the Credit Union Times Luminaries Award in the category of Innovation in Tech – AI/Cybersecurity/Mobile Banking, recognizing the credit union’s cutting-edge efforts to protect its operations and members from the ever-evolving threat of cybercrime.
CUES Welcomes New Leader to Help Elevate Industry Partnerships
CUES is pleased to announce a new leadership position that will play a critical role in establishing and cultivating supplier relationships, providing CUES members with the tools, knowledge, and resources needed to help them thrive. Jessica Hrubes has joined CUES as the Vice President of Business Development. Hrubes brings an impressive 22 years of credit
GTE Financial Proudly Awards $5,000 Grant to Tampa Bay Kayak Anglers at Tampa Bay Lightning’s Noche Latina Night
GTE Financial is proud to announce the awarding of a $5,000 grant to Tampa Bay Kayak Anglers (TBKA) during the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Noche Latina night celebration. This grant underscores GTE Financial’s commitment to enhancing community engagement and promoting diversity within the Tampa Bay area. As an organization dedicated to empowering the community, GTE Financial
Students Practice Real-World Financial Skills at Reality Fair Hosted by UMassFive and the MassHire Franklin Hampshire Workforce Board
UMassFive College Federal Credit Union and MassHire Franklin Hampshire Workforce Board (MFHWB) recently partnered to hold a Reality Fair for the Turners Falls High School junior class.
Clearview President & CEO Lisa Florian Honored with C-Suite Award for Leadership Excellence
Lisa Florian, President & CEO of Clearview Federal Credit Union, was honored with a Pittsburgh Business Times C-Suite Award for her leadership. With over 25 years in the industry, she has expanded Clearview’s reach, driven community engagement, and achieved 39% growth in financial centers since taking the helm over a year ago.
Advia Credit Union Named Best Credit Union and Best Investments; Wisconsin & Illinois
Advia Credit Union is proud to announce its recognition as a Community Favorite in the categories of Best Credit Union and Best Investments by Beloit Daily News’ 2024 Best of Stateline Awards. These awards reflect Advia’s commitment to delivering financial advantages and exceptional community support.
Corporate One Federal Credit Union Promotes Regina Lewie to Senior VP and Chief Risk Officer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2024 Corporate One Contact Adam Gibbs 614-581-5715 agibbs@corporateone.coop Corporate One Federal Credit Union Promotes Regina Lewie to Senior VP and Chief Risk Officer COLUMBUS, Ohio — Corporate One Federal Credit Union, a trusted provider of investment, funding, and payment solutions for credit unions nationwide, is proud to announce today the
EECU Helps Victims of Hurricanes and Wildfires
EECU is helping its members who were impacted by recent hurricanes and wildfires by offering financial support through its disaster assistance program.
Lucy Daniels Center Receives $750,000 Grant for Youth Mental Health Facility and Resource Center
SECU Foundation has awarded a $750,000 challenge grant to Lucy Daniels Center (LDC) for the construction of a youth mental health facility and resource center at its campus headquarters in Cary. The new wing will allow the non-profit to triple its current patient capacity for therapeutic services and support.
myCUmortgage Recognizes Partner Credit Unions for Trailblazing the Mortgage Frontier
Celebrating the best of the best in credit union mortgage lending, myCUmortgage recognized 17 winners during the 19th Annual myCUmortgage Partner Conference, held October 15-17 in Dayton, Ohio.
Trent Hudson Joins Chartway Credit Union as Senior Vice President of Finance
Chartway is pleased to announce that Trent Hudson has joined the credit union as its new senior vice president of finance. Hudson brings over 30 years of experience in financial management and executive leadership roles across the financial services sector and has a demonstrated track record for helping organizations navigate complex financial landscapes to achieve
Corporate Central Welcomes Chelsea Menge as Relationship Development Manager
Corporate Central is excited to announce the addition of Chelsea Menge as Relationship Development Manager. In this vital role, Menge will be instrumental in supporting the growth and success of Corporate Central. She will work closely with member credit unions, proactively assessing their financial climates, identifying specific needs, and positioning Corporate Central’s products and solutions
Unitus Community Credit Union Awards Community Impact Grant to Economic Development Nonprofit
In partnership with Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines, Business Impact Northwest will receive $100,000 in grant funds
Redwood Credit Union Donates More than $56,000 to Local Nonprofits for International Credit Union Day
On October 17, Redwood Credit Union (RCU) joined credit unions around the world in celebrating International Credit Union (ICU) Day, a day for credit unions to reflect on their history and commitment to serving their members and communities.
Chartway Credit Union Recognized for Second Consecutive Year As One of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in Hampton Roads
Chartway Credit Union has been named an honoree of The Civic 50 Hampton Roads by VOLUNTEER Hampton Roads and Points of Light, the world’s largest organization dedicated to volunteer service, for a second consecutive year. The award recognizes Chartway as one of the most community-minded companies in Hampton Roads determined by an independently administered and
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Sponsors Sacramento Republic FC and Sacramento County Office of Education Teachers of the Year and Classified School Employees of the Year Recognition Event
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, recently sponsored the Teachers of the Year and Classified School Employees of the Year recognition event hosted by Sacramento Republic FC and the Sacramento County Office of Education (SCOE), held on Oct. 26, 2024. The special
eDOC Expands Mobile RDC Client Base in 2024
eDOC is pleased to announce significant growth in its RDC solution utilization in 2024. This year, 20 new financial institutions partnered with eDOC to offer their members a seamless mobile check deposit experience, with 6 existing clients also implementing eDOC’s cutting-edge RDC technology.
Grant Donation on Behalf of TruPartner
TruPartner Credit Union is proud to announce City Gospel Mission as the recipient of a $5,000 Community Partnership Grant. This grant is provided through the Federal Home Loan Bank’s (FHLB) Community Partnership Program, which enables FHLB members to nominate nonprofit organizations for grants supporting essential community initiatives.
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Holland
United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Zulema Roa to Mortgage Advisor in Holland. Roa is based at United’s Holland North branch located at 12540 Riley Street in Holland.
Chartway Credit Union Welcomes Desai Madrigal as New Associate Director on its Board of Directors
Chartway Credit Union is pleased to announce a new appointment to its board of directors: Desai Madrigal as associate director. A long-time business leader and advocate for financial inclusion in Chartway’s Southern Utah market, Madrigal brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to empowering underbanked and underserved communities. In his more than two decades
Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union Sees Quick Acceptance of New Tex-Line Virtual Assistant
In just a couple of months, implementing an AI-based system into its contact center has yielded impressive efficiency gains along with other benefits for Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union.
Coastal Credit Union Promotes Marin Sawyer to VP of Deposit Operations
Coastal Credit Union has promoted Marin Sawyer to VP of Deposit Operations. In her role, Sawyer will develop and execute Coastal’s deposit and payment services strategies in support of the credit union’s overall strategic plan. She will lead deposit and payment services process improvement, direct service delivery operations, build highly competent customer service teams, and
County Federal Becomes Mirastar Federal Credit Union
With a new brand, the same team, and commitment to service, Mirastar represents a bright new day for the credit union and its members to rise together
For Immediate Release – Pasadena Federal Credit Union Selects Ozgun Ulupinar as Chief Information Officer (CIO)
Pasadena, CA, October 29, 2024. Pasadena Federal Credit Union proudly announces Ozgun Ulupinar as its new Chief Information Officer (CIO). Ulupinar will spearhead the Credit Union’s digital transformation, overseeing information security and technological infrastructure while driving innovation to enhance member services. Collaborating closely with the executive team, she will align technology strategies with the Credit
SECU Foundation Awards $1 Million to SPCA Wake for State’s First Regional Campus for Pets & People
A $1 million challenge grant from SECU Foundation to SPCA of Wake County (SPCA Wake) will help the largest animal welfare organization in North Carolina establish a Regional Campus for Pets & People. The site will serve as a community hub to expand affordable pet care services and will include a new Learning Center that
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Extends Sponsorship for ‘Future Pathways: Superintendents Unplugged’ Podcast as Season 2 Wraps and Season 3 Recording Begins
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today announced the continuation of its sponsorship for the “Future Pathways: Superintendents Unplugged” podcast as the second season concludes and recording for the third season begins. Produced by Cloudcast Media, the Classroom of the Future Foundation
Credit Unions Chart New Territory in 2024: A Look at the Strategies Shaping the Future in the New Year
QuantyPhi Launches New CECL Validation Service to Support Credit Union Compliance and Accuracy
GTE Financial Spreads Holiday Cheer with Make Hope Real Initiative, Giving Back to Local Families
Redefining First-Party Collections: How Technology is Shaping the Future
LGE Foundation donates over $400,000 to local nonprofits
Valley First Credit Union Selects Christopher Dalman as Chief Information Officer (CIO)
SECU Foundation Initiates Phase Two Disaster Relief Package of $1.75 Million for Western North Carolina
eDOC Spreads Holiday Cheer
United Partners with The Storehouse to Provide Gifts for Local Children this Holiday Season
Elan Credit Card Donates $150,000 to American Red Cross Hurricane Relief to Support Impacted Partners
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Cetera Announces Partnership with Citadel Credit Union
Eltropy Sets New Standard in Credit Union Vendor Consolidation Through Unified Platform Approach
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 13, 2024
Mocse Wins Award from Mastercard for Community Impact
UMassFive Awards Local Business with $10,000 UMass Athletics Advertising Package in Small Business Spotlight Contest
USSFCU Celebrates the Season of Giving with Significant Holiday Donations and Community Initiatives
Gulf Winds Invites the Community to Take Part in Food Drives Benefiting Local Pantry Partners
SECU Foundation Supports North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation’s Artist Innovation Mentorship Program
UMassFive Donates Hundreds of Winter Coats and Clothing Items
Alogent Announces the Successful Deployment of Unify at FedChoice Federal Credit Union
Unitus Community Credit Union Celebrates 2024 with $744,866 in Community Giving
Coastal and Truliant Credit Unions Partner to Launch Credit Union Auto Marketplace
Coastal and Truliant Credit Unions Partner to Launch Credit Union Auto Marketplace
United Federal Credit Union Names Jessica Rodriquez as District Manager in Pennsylvania
Chartway Credit Union Expands Footprint with Grand Opening of East Beach Branch
BECU grants over $500,000 to 25 nonprofits at 11th annual People Helping People Awards program
Eltropy’s EMERGE 2025 Conference To Bring Credit Unions and Community Banks Together in San Francisco
Callahan & Associates Launches 2025 CreditUnions.com Innovation Series
SECU Kicks Off Statewide Beautification Initiative with Keep North Carolina Beautiful
Credit Unions Chart New Territory in 2024: A Look at the Strategies Shaping the Future in the New Year
QuantyPhi Launches New CECL Validation Service to Support Credit Union Compliance and Accuracy
GTE Financial Spreads Holiday Cheer with Make Hope Real Initiative, Giving Back to Local Families
Redefining First-Party Collections: How Technology is Shaping the Future
LGE Foundation donates over $400,000 to local nonprofits
Valley First Credit Union Selects Christopher Dalman as Chief Information Officer (CIO)
SECU Foundation Initiates Phase Two Disaster Relief Package of $1.75 Million for Western North Carolina
eDOC Spreads Holiday Cheer
United Partners with The Storehouse to Provide Gifts for Local Children this Holiday Season
Elan Credit Card Donates $150,000 to American Red Cross Hurricane Relief to Support Impacted Partners
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Cetera Announces Partnership with Citadel Credit Union
Eltropy Sets New Standard in Credit Union Vendor Consolidation Through Unified Platform Approach
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 13, 2024
Mocse Wins Award from Mastercard for Community Impact
UMassFive Awards Local Business with $10,000 UMass Athletics Advertising Package in Small Business Spotlight Contest
USSFCU Celebrates the Season of Giving with Significant Holiday Donations and Community Initiatives
Gulf Winds Invites the Community to Take Part in Food Drives Benefiting Local Pantry Partners
SECU Foundation Supports North Carolina Museum of Art Foundation’s Artist Innovation Mentorship Program
UMassFive Donates Hundreds of Winter Coats and Clothing Items
Alogent Announces the Successful Deployment of Unify at FedChoice Federal Credit Union
Unitus Community Credit Union Celebrates 2024 with $744,866 in Community Giving
Coastal and Truliant Credit Unions Partner to Launch Credit Union Auto Marketplace
Coastal and Truliant Credit Unions Partner to Launch Credit Union Auto Marketplace
United Federal Credit Union Names Jessica Rodriquez as District Manager in Pennsylvania
Chartway Credit Union Expands Footprint with Grand Opening of East Beach Branch
BECU grants over $500,000 to 25 nonprofits at 11th annual People Helping People Awards program
Eltropy’s EMERGE 2025 Conference To Bring Credit Unions and Community Banks Together in San Francisco
Callahan & Associates Launches 2025 CreditUnions.com Innovation Series
SECU Kicks Off Statewide Beautification Initiative with Keep North Carolina Beautiful
Credit Unions Chart New Territory in 2024: A Look at the Strategies Shaping the Future in the New Year
QuantyPhi Launches New CECL Validation Service to Support Credit Union Compliance and Accuracy
GTE Financial Spreads Holiday Cheer with Make Hope Real Initiative, Giving Back to Local Families
Redefining First-Party Collections: How Technology is Shaping the Future
LGE Foundation donates over $400,000 to local nonprofits
Valley First Credit Union Selects Christopher Dalman as Chief Information Officer (CIO)