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.
LGE Foundation donates $284,000 to local nonprofits
On Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023, the LGE Community Outreach Foundation presented $284,000 to local nonprofit organizations at LGE Community Credit Union’s annual celebration breakfast.
California Credit Unions Donate $331,000 to UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital
Redwood Credit Union CEO Brett Martinez and Patelco Credit Union CEO Erin Mendez presented a $331,000 check to UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital leadership on behalf of the Credit Unions for Kids Wine Auction executive committee.
Members Drive Growth as Truliant Surpasses $5 Billion in Assets
Truliant Federal Credit Union announced today that it has surpassed $5 billion in assets. The milestone comes a year after the credit union passed the $4 billion mark in late 2022.
United Federal Credit Union Employee Named Volunteer of the Year for Girls on the Run Sierras
United Federal Credit Union’s (United) Brandi Ward has been named ‘Volunteer of the Year’ by Girls on the Run Sierras.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 15, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Magnifi Financial and Eltropy Partner to Pioneer Industry-Defining Generative AI Solutions
Eltropy, the leading digital conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), and Magnifi Financial have partnered to introduce cutting-edge generative AI solutions designed to overcome the friction of traditional support and employee training to deliver exceptional member and employee experiences. Powered by CFI-specific large language models (LLMs), Eltropy’s generative AI tools are bringing efficiency and
Thomas Named to American Banker’s Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List
American Banker has recognized Truliant Federal Credit Union’s Chief Administrative Officer Sherri Thomas as one of its 2023 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions.
Humanidei Expands Recruiting Team With Industry Professionals Jaime Marks and Sonya Watkins
Ontario, CA – December 15, 2023 – Humanidei, a people operations firm founded to help credit unions build more inclusive cultures, is excited to announce they are expanding their recruitment team with the addition of Jaime Marks and Sonya Watkins. Marks and Watkins will join Carl Clark in directing the firm’s recruitment services. Humanidei’s mission
Corporate Central Employees Make a Difference at Hope Center
Corporate Central demonstrated its commitment to community service and philanthropy last week as eight dedicated employees volunteered their time at the Hope Center in Waukesha, WI. Hope Center is a non-profit organization that has been serving the basic needs of financial assistance, food, and clothing in Waukesha County for more than thirty years.
SECU Foundation and North Carolina Coastal Federation Collaborate to Protect Coastal Communities
SECU Foundation and North Carolina Coastal Federation (NCCF) are teaming up to help protect and enhance five North Carolina coastal communities through a three-year expansion of NCCF resilience projects. The Foundation’s advocacy for their valuable work brought a $250,000 challenge grant to directly support the development of programs to build coastal resiliency, reduce vulnerability to
Eltropy Collaborates with Jack Henry’s Banno Digital Banking Platform
Eltropy, a leading digital conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), announced today that Eltropy’s Digital Conversations Platform is now accessible through the Jack Henry™ digital banking platform.
BECU’s 10th Annual People Helping People Awards Program Grants $525,000 to Member-Nominated Nonprofits
After receiving nearly 900 nominations, last night BECU honored nonprofit organizations and BECU members at its annual People Helping People Awards. For the first time in three years, the celebration was held in-person and recognized the positive impact of more than 30 nonprofits in BECU’s service areas.
Corporate Central Welcomes Danielle Carter as Risk & Compliance Coordinator
Corporate Central is pleased to announce and welcome Danielle Carter as a Risk & Compliance Coordinator. In this role, Carter will coordinate third party risk management and compliance activities across the credit union’s employees and lines of business. Please see the full press release and graphic attached.
BECU Announces Drew Wolff as Chief Financial Officer
BECU, the country’s fourth-largest credit union, today announced it has welcomed Drew Wolff as executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO). In his role, Wolff is responsible for ensuring all aspects of BECU’s financial strategy, management and performance support the credit union’s near- and long-term strategic objectives.
Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation to Award Over $287k in Scholarships and Educational Grants
The Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation recently announced that its 2024 scholarship program is now open and accepting applications. The Foundation’s annual scholarship program awards graduating high school seniors and professionals seeking career advancement financial assistance to help offset the costs of continuing education. This year, the C.A.R.E.S. Foundation will be awarding over $287,000 in
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Kyle Rogers to Business Loan Officer in Indiana
United Federal Credit Union has promoted Kyle Rogers to Business Loan Officer in Indiana. Rogers will be based at United’s branch at 4840 N. Main St. in Mishawaka.
Malisha Yang Transitions from Member Services Specialist to Key Role as Compliance Analyst at Corporate Central
Corporate Central is pleased to announce that Malisha Yang, CCUFC, has accepted a new position within the organization as a Compliance Analyst. Please see the full press release and graphic attached.
CUES Directors Conference Attendees Rally for Wildfire Relief in Maui
Maui, HI—CUES Directors Conference 2023 attendees united under the “Spirit of Giving” in Maui this week, driven by a shared mission to help those affected by the devastating wildfires that ravaged the island last August.
Charting a Course for Excellence: CUES Announces Board Officers
CUES is pleased to announce the appointment of new board officers. This dynamic roster of visionary leaders will play a crucial role in ensuring CUES continues its growth and success, operating in the best interest of its members and the movement.
GTE Financial Promotes Nydia Hall To Assistant Vice President of Member Resolution
GTE Financial continues to promote from within by appointing Nydia Hall to Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Member Resolution. Previously Senior Manager of the Member Resolution Department, Hall has significantly contributed to the organization’s success, leading to her promotion.
Navy Federal Credit Union Partners With Alacriti
Navy Federal Credit Union, the world’s largest credit union, with $166 billion in assets and more than 13,000,000 members, has partnered with Alacriti, an innovator in cloud-based payments and money movement services, as the platform provider for Navy Federal to enable real-time payments over The Clearing House’s (TCH) RTP® network.
GTE Financial Earns Gold By American Heart Association For Building Culture of Health and Well-Being
The American Heart Association, a global force for healthier lives for all, has awarded GTE Financial a national Gold-level recognition for its commitment to employee health and well-being as measured in the Association’s 2023 Workforce Well-being Scorecard™.
United Federal Credit Union Names Andrea Moreaux Branch Manager in Niles
United Federal Credit Union (United) has named Andrea Moreaux as Branch Manager at its branch at 2100 St. 11th Street in Niles.
Southeastern Credit Union Partners with Synergent to Host Jack Henry’s Symitar Core Processing Solution
Synergent® is pleased to announce that Southeastern Credit Union has signed a seven-year agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, Banno Digital Banking™, and iPay Consumer Bill Pay.
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes New VP of Mortgage Lending
Redwood Credit Union has hired Kimberly Waite as vice president of mortgage lending.
Member Home Loan Welcomes Las Colinas FCU
Houston, TX | December 4, 2023. Member Home Loan® (MHL) is pleased to announce its newest addition to the family of valued credit union clients, Las Colinas FCU. This partnership marks an exciting development, further expanding MHL’s presence in the Dallas, TX market and reinforcing its regional offering of mortgage lending services to credit unions.
UMassFive Hosting Winter Coat and Cold-Weather Clothing Drive
UMassFive is running a winter coat and cold-weather clothing drive in its Hadley, Northampton, UMass Amherst, and Springfield branches throughout December.
Indiana Members Credit Union Contributes $1,500 to Carmel High School
Indiana Members Credit Union presented a check for $1,500 to Carmel High School Athletics as part of an ongoing school spirit debit card program.
Largest Credit Union in Hawaii Renews Partnership with CUSO Financial Services
$2.3 Billion Hawaii USA Federal Credit Union renews partnership with CUSO Financial Services (CFS) and cites CFS’ investment program experience, technology and service for the decision.
Day Air Credit Union Partners with the City of Kettering to Provide Nearly $1,000,000 in Grant Funds to Kettering Residents for Home Improvement and Down Payment Assistance
Day Air Credit Union is proud to share that in partnership with the City of Kettering, they provided nearly $1,000,000 in grant funds to Kettering residents. The grant funds supported a First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Program and a Home Improvement Assistance Program which offered low-interest, forgivable loans to help offset down payment and renovation costs for
Callahan & Associates Launches CreditUnions.com 2026 Innovation Series
Meriwest Launches Community Foundation with Helen Grays-Jones as Executive Director to Drive Financial Literacy and Education
Sound Credit Union Supports Homes First Through Annual Employee Fundraiser
Cloudvirga announces integration between Horizon POS and ICE PPE
Verity Credit Union Unveils Grants for Growth to Empower Community Changemakers
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: October 10, 2025
Ryan Suttles Named 2025 CUES Emerging Leader
Clearview Foundation Hosts First Annual Golf Outing, Raising $37,000 to Support Local Nonprofits
EECU Student Grant Program Application Period Now Open
SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with the California County Superintendents to Recognize Education Leaders Throughout the State
Premier America Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture to Power Data-Driven Member Experiences
myCUmortgage Continues to Grow with Eight New Partner Credit Unions
EECU Offers Assistance for Members Impacted by Government Shutdown
Desert Financial CU Becomes Newest Owner of Student Choice CUSO
defi SOLUTIONS Announces New Partnership with Informed.IQ to Automate Funding Process and Reduce Risk
EECU and Merced County Office of Education Celebrate Excellence in Education
Justice Federal Credit Union Offers Special Assistance in Response to the Federal Government Shutdown
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Opens Scholarship Applications for 2026–27 School Year
CUES Continues Enhancing Member Impact with the Promotion of Two Senior Leaders
Maine Credit Unions Rally to Fight Hunger with $100,000 Ending Hunger Challenge
EECU Provides Financial Education at Parenting Student Conference
Redwood Credit Union helps more than 4,000 people safeguard their information at free Shred-a-Thons
Sound Credit Union and UW Tacoma to Host HuskyHack Hackathon to Spark Financial Innovation
Justice Federal Credit Union Welcomes Members of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, NARFE
Justice Federal Credit Union Stands Ready to Offer Members Special Assistance in the Event of a Federal Government Shutdown
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: September 26, 2025
EECU and Madera County Superintendent Honor County’s Top Educators
Vizo Financial’s October 2025 Education Calendar
GARDEN SAVINGS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION RAISES $26,000 FOR CHARITY AT 13TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
2025 ALM First Financial Forum Wraps-Up with Insights on Growth, Regulatory Change and Strategic Thinking
Callahan & Associates Launches CreditUnions.com 2026 Innovation Series
Meriwest Launches Community Foundation with Helen Grays-Jones as Executive Director to Drive Financial Literacy and Education
Sound Credit Union Supports Homes First Through Annual Employee Fundraiser
Cloudvirga announces integration between Horizon POS and ICE PPE
Verity Credit Union Unveils Grants for Growth to Empower Community Changemakers
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: October 10, 2025
Ryan Suttles Named 2025 CUES Emerging Leader
Clearview Foundation Hosts First Annual Golf Outing, Raising $37,000 to Support Local Nonprofits
EECU Student Grant Program Application Period Now Open
SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with the California County Superintendents to Recognize Education Leaders Throughout the State
Premier America Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture to Power Data-Driven Member Experiences
myCUmortgage Continues to Grow with Eight New Partner Credit Unions
EECU Offers Assistance for Members Impacted by Government Shutdown
Desert Financial CU Becomes Newest Owner of Student Choice CUSO
defi SOLUTIONS Announces New Partnership with Informed.IQ to Automate Funding Process and Reduce Risk
EECU and Merced County Office of Education Celebrate Excellence in Education
Justice Federal Credit Union Offers Special Assistance in Response to the Federal Government Shutdown
Coastal Credit Union Foundation Opens Scholarship Applications for 2026–27 School Year
CUES Continues Enhancing Member Impact with the Promotion of Two Senior Leaders
Maine Credit Unions Rally to Fight Hunger with $100,000 Ending Hunger Challenge
EECU Provides Financial Education at Parenting Student Conference
Redwood Credit Union helps more than 4,000 people safeguard their information at free Shred-a-Thons
Sound Credit Union and UW Tacoma to Host HuskyHack Hackathon to Spark Financial Innovation
Justice Federal Credit Union Welcomes Members of the National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, NARFE
Justice Federal Credit Union Stands Ready to Offer Members Special Assistance in the Event of a Federal Government Shutdown
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: September 26, 2025
EECU and Madera County Superintendent Honor County’s Top Educators
Vizo Financial’s October 2025 Education Calendar
GARDEN SAVINGS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION RAISES $26,000 FOR CHARITY AT 13TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
2025 ALM First Financial Forum Wraps-Up with Insights on Growth, Regulatory Change and Strategic Thinking
Callahan & Associates Launches CreditUnions.com 2026 Innovation Series
Meriwest Launches Community Foundation with Helen Grays-Jones as Executive Director to Drive Financial Literacy and Education
Sound Credit Union Supports Homes First Through Annual Employee Fundraiser
Cloudvirga announces integration between Horizon POS and ICE PPE
Verity Credit Union Unveils Grants for Growth to Empower Community Changemakers
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: October 10, 2025
