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.
ORIGENCE KICKS OFF 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATING $550+ BILLION MILESTONE IN CREDIT UNION LOANS FUNDED
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, celebrates its 30th year of operations in 2024 reaching a historic achievement of funding $551.2 billion in loans. The company also announced its network expansion to include 20,000 auto dealerships across the U.S. serving the more than 1,100 network credit unions and their 64 million
TopLine Financial Credit Union Helps High School Students With Job Readiness
TopLine Financial Credit Union participated in Osseo Senior high School’s mock interview day, a training exercise that stimulates a real-life job interview. Eight TopLine employees volunteered their time to interview Osseo High School students to help prepare them for post-secondary education options, future career exploration and to develop interviewing skills.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 16, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
OCCU Foundation supports community in wake of ice storm
When a debilitating ice storm rattled OCCU’s community in January 2024, downing power lines, causing property damage and making roads impassable, the credit union stepped up.
St. Lawrence Federal Credit Union Signs Renewal Agreement with Synergent
Synergent® is pleased to announce St. Lawrence Federal Credit Union has signed a seven-year renewal agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, Opening Act™, and iPay Consumer Bill Pay. St. Lawrence FCU has also signed a seven-year renewal for numerous additional services provided by Synergent.
TopLine Financial Credit Union Members And Employees Bring Comfort To Those In Need This Winter
TopLine held their third annual Winter Gear Drive during the month of January benefitting local non-profits, African Education and Health Initiative, Avenues for Youth, MORE Community Services and YMCA of the North Youth and Family Services. When the program ended TopLine employees and members had donated over 603 winter gear drive items and $830 in
From Basics to Best Practices: CUES School of Business Lending Equips CUs for Success
Credit union leaders looking to unlock the immense growth potential of a business lending program can turn to CUES® School of Business Lending, happening online April 1—October 31.
GTE FINANCIAL OPENS SUBMISSIONS FOR 13TH ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
GTE Financial continues to support education in the Tampa Bay community with its 13th annual student scholarship program. The credit union will grant 26 students $3,000 each to support student members’ education and reward young adults dedicated to academic pursuits and community involvement.
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Rogers
United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Joe Treece to Mortgage Advisor in Rogers. Treece is based at United’s Promenade branch located at 2000 S. Promenade Blvd. in Rogers.
PSCU/Co-op Solutions Announces “United in Vision” Theme and Lineup for Member Forum 2024
PSCU/Co-op Solutions has announced the theme and programming for Member Forum 2024, which will be held April 10-12 in San Antonio at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa.
Press Releases – Malisha Yang Attains BSACS Designation from CUNA, Demonstrating Commitment to Excellence in Regulatory Compliance
Corporate Central is proud to announce that Malisha Yang, BSACS, CCUFC, Compliance Analyst, has achieved a significant professional milestone by earning the prestigious Bank Secrecy Act Compliance Specialist (BSACS) designation through the Credit Union National Association (CUNA).
CU Alliance Welcomes Mobility Credit Union to Boost Member Benefits with CU Certified™ Vehicle Service Contracts
Houston, TX | February 14, 2024 – CU Alliance® (CUA), a leading Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO) based in Houston, is excited to announce its collaboration with Mobility Credit Union, further expanding the CUSO’s footprint in the Dallas/Fort Worth Market.
Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger Announces New Fundraising Milestone
At a ceremony hosted by the Maine Credit Union League, Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger, announced it raised $1,221,868.94 in food and cash donations in 2023—marking a new fundraising milestone for the Campaign and exceeding its annual fundraising goal by over $200,000.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 09, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Southland Credit Union, Allied Healthcare Federal Credit Union Announce Plan to Merge
Southland Credit Union and Allied Healthcare Federal Credit Union have announced their intent to merge in 2024.
LGE Community Credit Union recognized with 2023 Gold Level Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation
Cigna Healthcare has selected LGE Community Credit Union as a recipient of their 2023 Gold Level Healthy Workforce Designation for demonstrating a strong commitment to improving the health and vitality of its employees through a workplace well-being program.
Ewelina Caplap Named Program Manager, Coastal Wealth Management
Ewelina Caplap has been appointed as Program Manager of Coastal Wealth Management, available through CFS*. In her role, Caplap will oversee the management of Coastal’s program, which covers investments, insurance, financial planning, trusts, and estate planning. Caplap brings 20 years of financial services experience to the role, primarily in investments, insurance, and operations. She has
How to Manage Third-Party Risk in 2024: Venminder’s Latest Whitepaper Reveals All
Venminder, CUNA Strategic Services’ preferred solution for managing third-party risk management programs, has released their eighth annual “State of Third-Party Risk Management” whitepaper. The whitepaper provides a deep dive into how organizations are handling third-party risk today, covering key aspects such as current practices, challenges, compliance drivers, and benefits.
UNFCU Foundation Announces 2024 Grants that Invest in Projects Tackling Poverty
UNFCU Foundation announced that this year it is providing $645K to 19 grant partners on three continents. Projects align with UNFCU Foundation’s mission to sustain pathways out of poverty for marginalized women and youth. Catalyzing this work is access to critical health care, livelihood training, and quality education that UNFCU Foundation has prioritized since 2015.
State Department Federal Credit Union Welcomes Nicole Bowen as New Chief Risk Officer
State Department Federal Credit Union (SDFCU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicole Bowen as its new Chief Risk Officer. Nicole brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the credit union with an impressive background in risk management, information technology, and extensive experience in the financial industry. Nicole joins SDFCU after serving as
First Harvest Credit Union Announces Launch of First Harvest Investment Solutions* to Provide Access to Enhanced Retirement Planning and Investing Services
First Harvest Credit Union Announces Launch of First Harvest Investment Solutions* to Provide Access to Enhanced Retirement Planning and Investing Services First Harvest Investment Solutions* to provide access to financial planning and brokerage services for membership through LPL Financial Deptford, NJ – February 8, 2023 – First Harvest Credit Union (First Harvest), New Jersey’s second
Participate in CUES Compensation Surveys: Support Industry Growth, Gain Valuable Insights
Credit unions across the United States are encouraged to contribute to CUES Executive Compensation Survey and CUES Employee Salary Survey, which are open for participation through March 31. By adding their data, credit unions help strengthen the industry and illuminate current trends by providing information on staffing, salaries, and benefits.
Alogent’s CEO, Dede Wakefield, Named to the 2024 Georgia Titan 100
Dede Wakefield, Alogent’s CEO, has been named as a Georgia Titan 100 for the second year. The Titan 100 program recognizes Georgia’s Top 100 CEO’s & C-level executives.
MeridianLink Software Helps A+ Federal Credit Union Boost Loan Volume
MeridianLink, Inc. (NYSE: MLNK), a leading provider of modern software platforms for financial institutions and consumer reporting agencies, today announced that A+ Federal Credit Union (A+FCU) has selected MeridianLink® to update its loan origination system, leveraging the Company’s multi-product platform, MeridianLink® One.
Eltropy Doubles Down on Fintech Integrations and Generative AI Innovation in 2024
Eltropy Doubles Down on Fintech Integrations and Generative AI Innovation in 2024 Digital conversations platform leader surpasses 40 key partnerships with fintech leaders to elevate AI-powered member engagement for credit unions and community banks MILPITAS, Calif. – February 8, 2024 – Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversations platform for credit unions and community banks (CFIs), announced
Credit Union Miracle Day Launches New Website
Credit Union Miracle Day has announced the launch of a new website at www.miracleday.org. The new website features a fresh look, improved user experience and better access to information about events and ways to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
PSCU/Co-op Solutions Launches New Buy Now, Pay Later Solution Across Legacy Co-op Payments Ecosystem
Credit card issuers that process with legacy Co-op Solutions now can offer their cardholders a new buy now, pay later (BNPL) option from PSCU/Co-op Solutions.
UMassFive Announces Scholarship Opportunities
UMassFive is proud to announce the Pioneer Valley Chapter of the Massachusetts Cooperative Credit Union Association’s (CCUA) Scholarship Program is accepting applicants for eight $2,000 scholarships to be awarded in 2024.
2024 Credit Union Data is Here! Liquidity, Membership and Asset Quality Highlights from Callahan & Associates
Callahan & Associates is thrilled to announce the release of year-end 2023 performance data, a month ahead of the NCUA’s release. This data is ready and available for customized analysis in Callahan’s Peer Suite software and will be the focal point of our year-end Trendwatch 4Q23 (callahan.com)
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 02, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
TAPP Engine’s 9Squid Private Markets: First to Democratize Securitization for All Credit Unions*
Education Foundation for California Schools Awards $280,000 in Grants to California Educators
OCCU PRESIDENT & CEO NEUMANN RETIRING; SCHUMACHER TO TAKE REINS
First Independent Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
PARK COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES $97,960 IN GRANTS THROUGH PATHWAYS TO PROSPERITY PROGRAM
Call for Entries: LAFCU’s 2026 Write to Educate Essay Contest
LAFCU and Grassroots Giving Lansing to host entrepreneurship mixer focused on lending essentials
CUES and TruStage® Launch Leadership Pathways to Expand Access to Executive-Ready Talent Across the Credit Union System
Coastal Credit Union Expands Mortgage Options with VA Loan Programs
Appli Calculator Deployment Drives 23% Conversion Rate for First Source Federal Credit Union
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: January 30, 2026
ALM First Welcomes Jennifer Walker as Director, Sales & Client Relations
Vizo Financial’s February 2026 Education Calendar
Coastal Credit Union Surpasses $6 Billion in Assets
13 families celebrate the new year in new homes thanks to RCU Community Fund’s Down Payment Assistance program
Vizo Financial Recaps Successful Year of Credit Union Education in 2025
Newsweek Names SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union One of America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions in 2026
Elan Charitable Giving Celebrates 5 Years with $250,000 in Donations
One Nevada Announces Promotions for Five Leaders
eDOC REPORTS ADOPTION GROWTH ACROSS DOCUMENT IMAGING AND eDOCSignature PLATFORMS
Arkatechture Announces Launch of AI Data Analyst Tool: ArkaIQ
Indiana Members Credit Union Recognized at Best Regional Credit Union by Newsweek and Indianapolis Community Choice Awards
SchoolsFirst FCU Raised More Than $3.3M for Children’s Miracle Network
Will Valadez Earns SPHR Credential, Advancing Strategic HR Leadership at Corporate Central
Registration Now Open for ALM First’s 2026 Derivatives Symposium
Corporate One Successfully Closes Inaugural Multi-Seller Prime Auto Securitization
Newsweek names Redwood Credit Union one of America’s Best Credit Unions for third year in a row
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Lowers Down Payment Requirements to Expand Mortgage Access for School Employees
Corporate Central Supercharges Business Onboarding with Next Generation Verification, powered by Middesk, in Beastro
CUNA Strategic Services Expands Sparrow Alliance to Help Credit Unions Deepen Member Relationships Beyond the Branch
TAPP Engine’s 9Squid Private Markets: First to Democratize Securitization for All Credit Unions*
Education Foundation for California Schools Awards $280,000 in Grants to California Educators
OCCU PRESIDENT & CEO NEUMANN RETIRING; SCHUMACHER TO TAKE REINS
First Independent Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
PARK COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES $97,960 IN GRANTS THROUGH PATHWAYS TO PROSPERITY PROGRAM
Call for Entries: LAFCU’s 2026 Write to Educate Essay Contest
LAFCU and Grassroots Giving Lansing to host entrepreneurship mixer focused on lending essentials
CUES and TruStage® Launch Leadership Pathways to Expand Access to Executive-Ready Talent Across the Credit Union System
Coastal Credit Union Expands Mortgage Options with VA Loan Programs
Appli Calculator Deployment Drives 23% Conversion Rate for First Source Federal Credit Union
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: January 30, 2026
ALM First Welcomes Jennifer Walker as Director, Sales & Client Relations
Vizo Financial’s February 2026 Education Calendar
Coastal Credit Union Surpasses $6 Billion in Assets
13 families celebrate the new year in new homes thanks to RCU Community Fund’s Down Payment Assistance program
Vizo Financial Recaps Successful Year of Credit Union Education in 2025
Newsweek Names SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union One of America’s Best Regional Banks & Credit Unions in 2026
Elan Charitable Giving Celebrates 5 Years with $250,000 in Donations
One Nevada Announces Promotions for Five Leaders
eDOC REPORTS ADOPTION GROWTH ACROSS DOCUMENT IMAGING AND eDOCSignature PLATFORMS
Arkatechture Announces Launch of AI Data Analyst Tool: ArkaIQ
Indiana Members Credit Union Recognized at Best Regional Credit Union by Newsweek and Indianapolis Community Choice Awards
SchoolsFirst FCU Raised More Than $3.3M for Children’s Miracle Network
Will Valadez Earns SPHR Credential, Advancing Strategic HR Leadership at Corporate Central
Registration Now Open for ALM First’s 2026 Derivatives Symposium
Corporate One Successfully Closes Inaugural Multi-Seller Prime Auto Securitization
Newsweek names Redwood Credit Union one of America’s Best Credit Unions for third year in a row
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Lowers Down Payment Requirements to Expand Mortgage Access for School Employees
Corporate Central Supercharges Business Onboarding with Next Generation Verification, powered by Middesk, in Beastro
CUNA Strategic Services Expands Sparrow Alliance to Help Credit Unions Deepen Member Relationships Beyond the Branch
TAPP Engine’s 9Squid Private Markets: First to Democratize Securitization for All Credit Unions*
Education Foundation for California Schools Awards $280,000 in Grants to California Educators
OCCU PRESIDENT & CEO NEUMANN RETIRING; SCHUMACHER TO TAKE REINS
First Independent Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
PARK COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES $97,960 IN GRANTS THROUGH PATHWAYS TO PROSPERITY PROGRAM
Call for Entries: LAFCU’s 2026 Write to Educate Essay Contest