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.
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
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 19, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
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,
ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES STEVE FORBES AS KEYNOTE OPENING SPEAKER OF LENDING TECH LIVE ’23 CONFERENCE
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announced the opening and closing keynote speakers for its Lending Tech Live ’23 conference. The speakers will bookend the exciting, technology-focused convention, scheduled from May 30 through June 1, in Las Vegas, NV.
Pathways to Digital Transformation Offers a Look into Getting Your Strategy Right
CUES is pleased to offer Pathways to Digital Transformation, a new online session designed to help the industry’s leaders further the digital transformation efforts at their institutions.
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
Securityplus Federal Credit Union Receives Diamond Award for Financial Education Marketing
Securityplus Federal Credit Union was recognized for its marketing efforts for “Know Money, Know Power,” a financial education initiative developed to reach underserved individuals living in Baltimore City.
Indiana Members Credit Union Contributes $1,821 to Westfield High School
Indiana Members Credit Union recently presented a check for $1,821 to Westfield High School as part of an ongoing school spirit debit card program.
Ashley Chambers Recognized at Tomorrow’s Twenty, demonstrating business integrity and innovation
Chief Financial Credit Union is pleased to announce Ashley Chambers, Director of Business Development, has been named in an Auburn Hills Chamber of Commerce Tomorrow’s Twenty professional.
Vantage Celebrates 2023 Quest For Education Scholarship Recipients
Vantage Credit Union proudly congratulates ten area high school seniors on being awarded Quest For Education (QFE) scholarships.
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.
CUSO Financial Announces New Partnership with Mobiloil Credit Union
$1 billion Texas-based financial institution joins broker-dealer with singular focus on credit unions
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.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 12, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Coastal Credit Union Hires Dean Shannon as VP, Data Engineering and Platforms Architecture
Coastal Credit Union has hired Dean Shannon as its new VP of Data Engineering and Platforms Architecture. In this role, he will be responsible for managing the team that builds critical data solutions and provides a strong platform foundation and function. His contributions will play a vital role in transformation initiatives, execution of strategy, and
Maine Credit Union League and Synergent Announce Board of Directors
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 23, 2025
Midcoast Federal Credit Union Renews Core Processing Relationship with Synergent
Altra Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify Platform to Power Next-Gen Deposit Automation Operations
Corporate Central Celebrates Kevin Chiappetta’s Reelection as Presidents Council Representative for CFA Institute
Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger Donates $236,033 to Good Shepherd Food Bank
Credit Unions Challenge Broken Student Loan System with Revolutionary Line of Credit Approach
Corelation Hosts 14th Annual Client Conference, Commemorating 15 Years of Service & Innovation
Cloudvirga enhances lending efficiency with Encompass Docs Solution integration
OE Federal Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice’s Student Loan Refinance Solution
Abri Credit Union Selects Jose Guzman as Vice President of Lending
BrightBridge Credit Union Renews Core Partnership with Synergent
Local Graduates Partner with EECU to Prepare for College Success
Interior Federal Unveils New Website
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 16, 2025
Indiana Members Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions for Second Year
Kirsten Tahara, First Grade Teacher at Ethel I. Baker Elementary School in Sacramento, Named 2024/2025 Esquire IMAX Teacher of the Year
Valley First Credit Union Announces Wes Hall Memorial Fund to Honor a Founding Leader’s Legacy
For Immediate Release – Abri Credit Union Selects John O’Brien as Vice President of Finance
Coastal Credit Union Names Ewelina Caplap Vice President, Coastal Wealth Management
Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services Receives NASCUS Reaccreditation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Celebrates School Employee Appreciation Night at May 9 Angels Game
EECU Proudly Sponsors 21st Annual Slick Rock Student Film Festival
Corporate Central Holds 44th Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors
Defend Against Fraud and ID Theft at Redwood Credit Union’s Free Shred-a-Thons
CULA’s AI-driven Self Inspection Cuts Lease-End Turnaround Times by 50%
Great Lakes Credit Union Featured In Callahan & Associates’ “Anatomy Of A Credit Union”
Appli CEO Tim Pranger to Showcase AI-Powered Loan Calculator at 2025 Auto Finance Summit East
LAFCU Strengthens Lending Team With Addition Of Two Mortgage Loan Officers
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 09, 2025
Maine Credit Union League and Synergent Announce Board of Directors
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 23, 2025
Midcoast Federal Credit Union Renews Core Processing Relationship with Synergent
Altra Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify Platform to Power Next-Gen Deposit Automation Operations
Corporate Central Celebrates Kevin Chiappetta’s Reelection as Presidents Council Representative for CFA Institute
Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger Donates $236,033 to Good Shepherd Food Bank
Credit Unions Challenge Broken Student Loan System with Revolutionary Line of Credit Approach
Corelation Hosts 14th Annual Client Conference, Commemorating 15 Years of Service & Innovation
Cloudvirga enhances lending efficiency with Encompass Docs Solution integration
OE Federal Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice’s Student Loan Refinance Solution
Abri Credit Union Selects Jose Guzman as Vice President of Lending
BrightBridge Credit Union Renews Core Partnership with Synergent
Local Graduates Partner with EECU to Prepare for College Success
Interior Federal Unveils New Website
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 16, 2025
Indiana Members Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions for Second Year
Kirsten Tahara, First Grade Teacher at Ethel I. Baker Elementary School in Sacramento, Named 2024/2025 Esquire IMAX Teacher of the Year
Valley First Credit Union Announces Wes Hall Memorial Fund to Honor a Founding Leader’s Legacy
For Immediate Release – Abri Credit Union Selects John O’Brien as Vice President of Finance
Coastal Credit Union Names Ewelina Caplap Vice President, Coastal Wealth Management
Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services Receives NASCUS Reaccreditation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Celebrates School Employee Appreciation Night at May 9 Angels Game
EECU Proudly Sponsors 21st Annual Slick Rock Student Film Festival
Corporate Central Holds 44th Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors
Defend Against Fraud and ID Theft at Redwood Credit Union’s Free Shred-a-Thons
CULA’s AI-driven Self Inspection Cuts Lease-End Turnaround Times by 50%
Great Lakes Credit Union Featured In Callahan & Associates’ “Anatomy Of A Credit Union”
Appli CEO Tim Pranger to Showcase AI-Powered Loan Calculator at 2025 Auto Finance Summit East
LAFCU Strengthens Lending Team With Addition Of Two Mortgage Loan Officers
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 09, 2025
Maine Credit Union League and Synergent Announce Board of Directors
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: May 23, 2025
Midcoast Federal Credit Union Renews Core Processing Relationship with Synergent
Altra Federal Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify Platform to Power Next-Gen Deposit Automation Operations
Corporate Central Celebrates Kevin Chiappetta’s Reelection as Presidents Council Representative for CFA Institute
Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger Donates $236,033 to Good Shepherd Food Bank