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.
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Susanne Miller as Senior Vice President of Accounting and Finance
Susanne Miller has been hired as the new senior vice president over Accounting and Finance for Redwood Credit Union.
State Employees Association of North Carolina (SEANC) Announces its Endorsement of SECU’s Board-Nominated Candidates Citing Their Representation for State Employees
The State Employees Association of North Carolina has announced its support and endorsement for Robert Brinson, Mark Fleming, Stelfanie Williams, and McKinley Wooten Jr., the Board-nominated candidates for State Employees’ Credit Union’s (SECU) upcoming Board of Directors election. SEANC members are North Carolina’s current and retired state government employees, the same as the Credit Union’s
Eltropy Leadership Summit 2024 Concludes, Highlighting Community Focus and Financial Security in an AI Era
The third annual Eltropy Leadership Summit, held August 26-28, 2024, at the Sundance Mountain Resort in Utah, has concluded, leaving attendees with renewed commitment to focus on their communities and strategies for strengthening financial security and fraud prevention in a digital and AI-driven age. Organized by Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversations platform for community financial
ASA and Sharetec Partner to Transform Credit Union, Fintech Collaboration
ASA, an embedded App Store as a Service provider, today announced a long-term strategic partnership with Sharetec, a web-based core processing platform for credit unions. Sharetec will be the first to integrate ASA’s embedded app store, ASA Vault, into its digital banking platform, allowing Sharetec’s nearly 300 credit union customers to boost deposits, interchange, member
GTE Financial Celebrates Excellence: Dr. Traci’s House Among Top 15 Finalists At Inaugural Business Ambassador Awards
GTE Financial is dedicated to providing financial solutions, personalized service, and exceptional value to small businesses. The Business Ambassador Awards is a grant program created to acknowledge businesses that prioritize their employees and positively impact the Tampa Bay community. One of the finalists is Dr. Traci’s House, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization committed to enhancing communities’
UMassFive Voted ‘Best Credit Union’ and More in Local Reader Polls
UMassFive is once again proud to be honored with the title of Best Credit Union in The Valley Advocate’s annual reader voting poll—extending their streak in the number one position to 18 years in a row. The Credit Union was also favored in multiple categories in this year’s Daily Hampshire Gazette’s “Reader’s Choice” poll, where
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: August 30, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Donates 2,925 Filled Backpacks to 12 County Offices of Education Throughout California
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today announced it delivered 2,925 backpacks filled with school supplies – including pencils, erasers, notebooks and other necessities – to 12 county offices of education throughout California.
Alogent’s Unify Platform Wins TAG Fintech ADVANCE Award for Innovation in Enterprise Deposits Automation
Alogent is proud to announce that its Unify platform has received the TAG Fintech ADVANCE Award, highlighting its leadership in enterprise deposits automation and its significant impact on operational efficiencies within financial institutions. Presented by the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), the TAG ADVANCE Awards are designed to celebrate the top fintech organizations across the
Gulf Winds Supports Escambia County Alabama Area Agency on Aging
I am sharing news about a gift Gulf Winds Credit Union recently made to the Escambia County Area Agency on Aging. The $5,000 donation will support local seniors with opportunities to socialize, access meals, and receive vital supportive services.
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Minden
United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the promotion of Natalie Dufty to Mortgage Advisor in Minden. Dufty is based at United’s Minden branch located at 1647 U.S. Hwy 395 N in Minden.
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Receives Four National Awards for Financial Education Initiatives from Credit Union Financial Education Network
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today announced that it received four national awards for its financial education initiatives from the Credit Union Financial Education Network (CUFEN). The awards were presented during the CUFEN annual conference held July 21 – 24 in
GreenState Credit Union announces new CFO
GreenState has promoted Heather Stumpf to Chief Financial Officer.
Corporate Central Announces Economic Outlook Conference with Keynote Speaker Kim Lear
Corporate Central is excited to announce its highly anticipated Economic Outlook Conference, scheduled for Thursday, September 12, at The Ingleside Hotel in Pewaukee, Wisconsin. The conference will feature an impressive lineup of expert speakers, with a keynote address from Kim Lear, recently named a Fellow by the Filene Research Institute.
Credit Union Fans Raise Over $38,000 at Credit Union Day at the Ballpark
On Sunday, August 11, Corporate Central and The Wisconsin Credit Union League hosted Credit Union Day at the Ballpark, a fundraising event that raised over $38,000 for The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation and The National Credit Union Foundation. The collaborative event brought over 330 credit union members, families, friends, employees, and supporters together as the
INOVA names scholarship winners for 2024
INOVA Federal and the Tolson Center for Community Excellence are happy to name Gregory Williams and Raniaha Newson as their 2024 scholarship winners.
Eltropy Leadership Summit 2024 to Spotlight “Safe AI” in Community Banking
Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), today announced that its upcoming 2024 Leadership Summit will feature a special focus on “Safe AI” in the financial sector. The third annual Eltropy Leadership Summit, scheduled for August 26-28, 2024, at the picturesque Sundance Mountain Resort in Utah, will bring together thought leaders,
Hartford Federal Credit Union Selects Lucas Manzi as SVP-Chief Financial Officer
Hartford Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the hiring of Lucas Manzi as the Credit Union’s new SVP-Chief Financial Officer. In his new role, Manzi will oversee the finance and accounting operations, as well as the IT Department for the Bauer Financial 5-Star rated financial institution. “Lucas is an experienced CFO, and we are
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: August 16, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Maine’s Downeast Credit Union Partners with Synergent to Host Jack Henry’s Symitar Core Processing Solution
Synergent® is pleased to announce that Downeast Credit Union has signed a ten-year agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, Banno Digital Banking™, and iPay Consumer Bill Pay. In addition to Jack Henry’s solutions, the credit union also signed a ten-year agreement for Synergent’s integrated credit and debit card services along with
Strategic Marketing Fuels 48% Loan Growth at UCCU
Serving mostly rural areas with limited access to services and infrastructure in Missouri and Illinois, United Community Credit Union is playing a role in building more sustainable, vibrant communities. In July, the $118 million credit union reported a $4.1 million increase in loans year to date, outpacing last year by 48.2%.
Datava and Corridor announce a Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Data and Decision Management for Credit Unions
Datava, a trailblazer in end-to-end data activation for credit unions, and Corridor, a next-gen decision analytics platform with a proven track record, are excited to announce a strategic partnership. This collaboration, backed by their extensive experience and expertise, is poised to reshape how credit unions and community banks leverage their data and decision-making capabilities to
ORIGENCE TO HOST ECONOMIC AND CREDIT UNION UPDATE WEBINAR WITH TRUSTAGE’S CHIEF ECONOMIST STEVEN RICK
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, is hosting a free webinar titled “Economic and credit union update” featuring guest speaker Steven Rick, director and chief economist at TruStage, on August 29, 2024 at 11 a.m. PT.
Alogent and Mitek Announce Partnership to Tackle Ballooning Check Fraud Epidemic
Alogent and Mitek announce an expanded. Alogent will integrate Mitek’s Check Fraud Defender (CFD) into its web-based enterprise deposits automation solution, Unify. CFD uses a unique combination of patented imaging science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to analyze checks from all channels in real-time.
Hunter Pence’s Healthy Planet Project and Redwood Credit Union Team Up to Beautify San Francisco School
Redwood Credit Union recently teamed up with former San Francisco Giants All-Star Hunter Pence’s Healthy Planet Project to create a warm and welcoming space for returning Tenderloin Community Elementary School students.
GTE Financial Launches Student Perks Program To Offer Rewards To Young Members
GTE Financial is happy to launch its new Student Perks program for members 16 and up. Student Perks is a free rewards program that helps students save more, earn money and efficiently manage their accounts. The rewards program also offers Go Points for Student Perks, which young members can redeem for cash back and more.
TowerCares Foundation Awards $150,000 in College Scholarships
Recent high school graduate Ashley Doyle will enter her freshman year at Virginia Commonwealth University this fall with an extra $5,000 towards her education, thanks to the TowerCares Foundation. Doyle plans to major in Chemistry and pursue her dream to work in the medical field. “I have been blessed with some incredible doctors and nurses
GTE Financial Garners Prestigious 2024 Aetna Workplace Well-being Platinum Award
GTE Financial is thrilled to announce its latest achievement—the prestigious Platinum Aetna Workplace Well-being Award. This recognition highlights the credit union’s steadfast dedication to nurturing the health and overall well-being of its employees. Achieving Platinum status, the award’s highest honor is a first for GTE and underscores the profound impact of its wellness initiatives.
Gulf Winds Champions Children’s Health with Sponsorship of 2024 Cat Country Cares for Kids Radiothon in Partnership with Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation
On Friday, August 16, Gulf Winds Credit Union sponsored Cat Country’s 2024 Radiothon in partnership with the Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation. Gulf Winds donated $20,000 to the event, supporting the Studer Family Children’s Hospital, the only Children’s Miracle Network affiliate serving the Pensacola region.
LGE Community Credit Union Named a 2024 AJC Top Workplace
LGE Community Credit Union is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a Top Workplace by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution (AJC) for the ninth time.
Another Successful Toy Drive at Peach State FCU to Benefit Toys for Tots
Corporate One Federal Credit Union Returns $15.5 Million to Members in 2024
Shannon Cate Earns Certified Wisconsin Credit Union Leader Designation Through Leadership Institute
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 27, 2024
INOVA Awards Lifetime Achievement Award to Larry Sain
Corporate One’s CUSO Accolade Advisory Announces JD Pisula as New President/CEO
SECU Foundation Awards Grant to Foster Family Alliance of North Carolina to Support Enhanced Training and Onboarding
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 20, 2024
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
Another Successful Toy Drive at Peach State FCU to Benefit Toys for Tots
Corporate One Federal Credit Union Returns $15.5 Million to Members in 2024
Shannon Cate Earns Certified Wisconsin Credit Union Leader Designation Through Leadership Institute
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 27, 2024
INOVA Awards Lifetime Achievement Award to Larry Sain
Corporate One’s CUSO Accolade Advisory Announces JD Pisula as New President/CEO
SECU Foundation Awards Grant to Foster Family Alliance of North Carolina to Support Enhanced Training and Onboarding
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 20, 2024
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
Another Successful Toy Drive at Peach State FCU to Benefit Toys for Tots
Corporate One Federal Credit Union Returns $15.5 Million to Members in 2024
Shannon Cate Earns Certified Wisconsin Credit Union Leader Designation Through Leadership Institute
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 27, 2024
INOVA Awards Lifetime Achievement Award to Larry Sain
Corporate One’s CUSO Accolade Advisory Announces JD Pisula as New President/CEO