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.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 27, 2026
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
SECU and SECU Foundation Receive Disaster Response Champions Award for Helene Relief Efforts
State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) and SECU Foundation recently received the inaugural Disaster Response Champions Award from Carolinas Credit Union Foundation (CCUF), recognizing their coordinated response in support of North Carolinians following Hurricane Helene.
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Launches CU-Digital Asset Vault™ — Positioning the Credit Union as the most Valuable Wallet for Member Digital Wealth
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union (SCFCU) announced the live launch of the CU-Digital Asset Vault™, the first credit union-built digital asset vault designed specifically for credit union members, establishing a model for how credit unions can engage digital assets without outsourcing the member relationship, fragmenting data, or locking themselves into vendor solutions.
Appli CEO Tim Pranger to Showcase Real-Time Property Value Calculator at CUNA GAC 2026
Appli, the creator of the industry’s first AI-powered smart financial calculator, today announced that Founder and CEO Tim Pranger will be on-site at the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC) in Washington, D.C., March 1-4, demonstrating the company’s standalone real-time property value calculator — a lead generation tool designed to help credit unions turn home equity
Newsweek names Redwood Credit Union one of the Greatest Midsize Workplaces for Women
Newsweek has awarded Redwood Credit Union its highest five-star rating as one of America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces for Women, an honor recognizing organizations actively reducing gender barriers through equitable policies, inclusive leadership, and supportive workplace cultures.
Ocean State Credit Union Selects Synergent for Core Processing and Integrated Services
WESTBROOK, ME (February 26, 2026) – Synergent® has entered into a ten-year hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing agreement with Ocean State Credit Union. The credit union also signed five-year agreements for integrated managed services, including debit card services, check processing, statement processing, and check printing.
eDOC Innovations Announces Product Enhancements
eDOC announces product updates and enhancements including new integration capabilities with its e-Sign solution, eDOCSignature, optimization of iDOCVault document management solution, as well as updates to its check imaging solution strengthening its operational reliability.
Vizo Financial’s March 2026 Education Calendar
At Vizo Financial we are committed to providing quality education to credit unions and their staff, which is why we provide a wide array of educational conferences, workshops and webinars. Our educational webinars and events in March 2026 cover a variety topics including Regulation CC, risk management, talent development, economics and finance.
Meriwest Credit Union Wins Top Honor as Best Credit Union in Silicon Valley 2026
We’re excited to share that Meriwest has been voted as the Best Credit Union in Silicon Valley in 2026 by the Mercury News Readers’ Choice Awards! Thank you for trusting us with your financial goals and inspiring us to keep delivering exceptional service and positive change throughout the Bay Area.
Origence Ends 2025 with 17% Growth in Fundings; Expands AI-Driven Lending Technology
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, closed 2025 with $62 billion in total fundings, up 17% from 2024, and signed 89 new or expanded credit union contracts. Together, the network of CUDL credit unions maintained their position as the nation’s largest auto lender as an aggregate for the fifth consecutive year.
Xpress Data Inc. hires Kirk Drake as new President
Xpress Data Inc. hires Kirk Drake as new President. Drake brings decades of experience in credit unions and technology strategy and has been consulting with XDI for the past 18 months. His appointment is intended to strengthen XDI’s technology focus and support continued innovation and growth. XDI remains dedicated to serving credit unions nationwide, providing
Catherine Bryant and Jonah Kaufman of Coastal Wealth Management Recognized as Distinguished Financial Professionals by LPL Financial
Catherine Bryant and Jonah Kaufman, Wealth Advisors at Coastal Wealth Management in Raleigh, have earned a place among LPL Financials’ Ascent Club Program for 2025 — a distinction reserved for financial advisors and professionals who set the standard for excellence in financial guidance
Credit Unions Gain Edge with New CashBack+ Credit Card Rewards
New York, NY – February 25, 2025 – Prizeout, the leader in advertising and financial technology, today announced the launch of its Credit Card Rewards program, the final piece of its CashBack+ ecosystem. This expansion unites CashBack+ Offers, CashBack+ Actions, CashBack+ Pay, and now credit card transactions into one comprehensive rewards platform, bringing credit unions
ICUL Launches “Credit Unions in Action” to Showcase Statewide Community Impact
The Illinois Credit Union League has opened our inaugural Credit Unions in Action (CUIA) data collection initiative, and we’re excited to begin gathering 2025 community impact stories from credit unions across the state. Credit Unions in Action is designed to capture and quantify the many ways Illinois credit unions strengthen their communities — from financial
Apple Federal Credit Union Partners with Quavo to Modernize Dispute Operations and Elevate Member Experience
Quavo, Inc. (“Quavo”), the proven AI disputes technology partner and leading strategic advisor for financial institutions, has announced a new partnership with Apple Federal Credit Union (Apple FCU) to transform its dispute management operations.
Wings Credit Union Signs with Corelation, Selecting KeyStone to Elevate Its Future
Wings Credit Union has signed with Corelation, confirming their decision to select the KeyStone core to power what is a newly combined cooperative following a strategic merger-of-equals between Colorado and Minnesota’s largest credit unions. Ent and Wings officially joined forces under the Wings name on Jan. 1, 2026, becoming one of the largest credit unions
FI Connect Expands with Home Improvement Lending Channel, Helping Credit Unions Access New Home Renovation Loan Opportunities
Origence, the leading credit union lending technology company in the U.S., announced that its subsidiary, FI Connect, has expanded its embedded financing program to include home improvement lending. This expansion opens a new, strategically significant channel for credit unions, giving them direct access to home renovation loan opportunities sourced through established contractor networks.
Callahan & Gallup Welcome Two Credit Unions To The Member Engagement And Financial Wellbeing Consortium
Callahan & Associates, a recognized leader in performance measurement, leadership development, strategic advisory and community development for credit unions, and Gallup, a global analytics and advisory firm with more than 90 years of expertise in understanding human attitudes and behaviors, announced today that two new credit unions have joined its collaborative program, the Member Engagement And Financial Wellbeing Consortium.
QuantyPhi Welcomes Max Bade as ALM & CECL Analyst
QuantyPhi, a wholly owned CUSO of Corporate Central, is pleased to welcome Max Bade as ALM & CECL Analyst as the organization continues expanding its analytical capabilities to support credit unions navigating an increasingly complex financial environment. In this role, Bade will support credit unions with asset liability management, CECL analysis, liquidity planning, and balance
LAFCU, Quality Dairy partner for third annual Paczki Palooza to benefit local charities
LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU partnered with Quality Dairy for the third consecutive year as co-sponsor of Pączki Palooza, the popular pączki eating contest held Feb. 13 at the REO Town Clubhouse in Lansing.
EECU Celebrates Fresno Unified Excellence in Education Honorees
FRESNO, Calif. (Feb. 20, 2026) – Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) proudly sponsored the Fresno Unified School District’s annual Excellence in Education awards ceremony, an event that recognized outstanding educators, administrators, and classified staff for their dedication to students and schools throughout the district.
Coastal Credit Union Headquarters Renovation Earns Multiple Honors
Coastal Credit Union’s headquarters renovation has earned top recognition from both the Triangle Business Journal and the Carolinas AGC, underscoring the project’s impact as a leading commercial redevelopment in the region.
Woodford State Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell
Woodford State Bank Selects Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell February 23, 2026 — Suntell, a leading provider of loan origination software for commercial and agricultural lending, is pleased to announce that Woodford State Bank has selected the Square 1 Credit Suite by Suntell to strengthen its agricultural and commercial lending operations. Woodford State Bank’s
Suntell Marks 30 Years Advancing Commercial and Agricultural Lending Technology for Community Financial Institutions
Suntell Marks 30 Years Advancing Commercial and Agricultural Lending Technology for Community Financial Institutions Suntell is celebrating its 30th anniversary, marking three decades of developing loan management technology designed specifically for community banks and credit unions engaged in commercial and agricultural lending. Since its founding in 1996, Suntell has focused on improving how financial institutions
Peninsula Community Credit Union Selects Alogent’s FASTdocs to Modernize Enterprise Content Management
Peninsula Community Credit Union has selected FASTdocs, Alogent’s enterprise content management (ECM) platform, to modernize its document management environment. Delivered as a cloud-based solution purpose-built for financial institutions, FASTdocs enables centralized content and information management, controlled access to sensitive data, and enterprise-wide adoption through an intuitive user interface, seamless third-party integrations, and configurable administrative rights.
National Association of Latino Credit Union Professionals Honors SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union President Jose Lara with Legacy Leader Award
Jose Lara, president of SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, received the Legacy Leader Award from the National Association of Latino Credit Union Professionals (NLCUP) during the annual NLCUP conference themed Sembrando Sueños – Sowing Dreams – held in Long Beach, Calif., Feb. 1 – 4. Lara’s leadership, advocacy and service have had a lasting impact on
Family Trust Federal Credit Union recognized for housing-focused financial education efforts
Family Trust Federal Credit Union (Family Trust) has been recognized by the Carolinas Credit Union Foundation with the Desjardins Adult Financial Education Award for its work combining financial education with housing stability for individuals transitioning out of homelessness in York County. The Desjardins Adult Financial Education Award recognizes credit unions that demonstrate leadership in promoting
Gulf Winds Welcomes Christopher Tenney as Vice President of Cybersecurity
Gulf Winds Credit Union is excited to announce that Christopher Tenney has joined the senior leadership team as Vice President of Cybersecurity. In this new role, Tenney will oversee all information security operations, manage emerging technology risks, and maintain NCUA regulatory adherence, further securing Gulf Winds financial infrastructure. With an extensive background in business technology
Humanidei Welcomes Carolyn Reeves as Leadership & Organizational Development Consultant
Ontario, CA, February 17, 2026. Humanidei has announced the addition of Carolyn Reeves as its new Leadership & Organizational Development Consultant. In this role, Reeves will partner with credit unions across the country to design and deliver leadership development programs, facilitate strategic planning and governance workshops, and support leaders and organizations in aligning strategy, culture,
Coastal Credit Union and Foundation Earn Four Awards from Carolinas Credit Union Foundation
Coastal Credit Union and the Coastal Credit Union Foundation have earned four awards from the Carolinas Credit Union Foundation’s statewide awards program, recognizing remarkable and innovative efforts to support communities, provide financial education, and implement the credit union philosophy in daily operations.
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
