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: July 9, 2021 By The Baker Group, LP
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Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the weeks economic developments.
Cornerstone Foundation Partners with BALANCE to Help Consumers Achieve Their Financial Goals By Cornerstone League
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Cornerstone Foundation Partners with BALANCE to Help Consumers Achieve Their Financial Goals
NEFCU DONATES $20,000 TO HOPE LODGE By New England Federal Credit Union
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New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU) Donated $20,000 to Hope Lodge in Burlington, VT
ICBA Bancard and Finzly Partner to Offer Instant Payments
Finzly announces new partnership with ICBA Bancard to facilitate instant payments via Finzlys Payment Galaxy
Nusenda Credit Union to Open First Branch in Las Cruces
Nusenda Credit Union, New Mexicos largest credit union, announced today that it opened its first branch in Las Cruces.
Connex Recognized by Forbes on America’s Best-in-State Credit Unions List
Award based on an independent survey of approximately 25,000 U.S. consumers.
United Heritage Credit Union Announces Organizational Changes By United Heritage Credit Union
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United Heritage Credit Union is excited to announce several organizational changes to better align business functions within the Credit Union.
Forbes names Redstone Federal CU one of Alabama’s best
Forbes named Redstone Federal Credit Union one of Alabama’s best credit unions for the second consecutive year.
First Community Best in State 2021
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We’re excited to announce that Forbes has once again named us to their Best-in-State list! We’ve been named a Best-in-State Credit Union for Missouri!
Ascend Federal Credit Union Honors 6 Hometown Heroes for Contributions to Their Local Communities By Ascend Federal Credit Union
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Ascend Federal Credit Union announced its Hometown Hero campaign to celebrate the contributions of six people who have gone the extra mile.
Cornerstone Members and Cornerstone Resources VP Named to AACUC Texas Regional Chapter Executive Committee By Cornerstone League
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Cornerstone Members and Cornerstone Resources VP Named to AACUC Texas Regional Chapter Executive Committee
United Federal Credit Union Donates $10,000 to Unified Civic Monuments Project
United Federal Credit Union (United) is proud to support the Unified Civil Monuments Project by donating $10,000 to the community initiative.
HawaiiUSA FCU Awarded Forbes Best-in-State Credit Union 4 Years in a Row
HawaiiUSA is the only Hawaii credit union to make Forbes exclusive list of Best-in-State Credit Unions for four consecutive years.
CUFX Brings Additional Credit Union Voice to FDX to Help Accelerate Digital Future
CUFX has joined FDX to expand support for open banking and interoperability; and will give CUs a voice to help accelerate their digital strategies.
Bay Federal Credit Union Receives $1.8 Million Community Development Grant from Federal Government to Support Local Members
Bay Federal Credit Union has announced that they were awarded $1.8 million from the U.S. Department of the Treasury through the CDFI program.
Sensibill Publishes The Barcode Report on Pet-Related Spending Trends
Sensibill shares this month’s Barcode Report on pet-related spending trends during the pandemic by leveraging SKU-level data from receipts.
Arlington Community FCU Finances Virginias First C-PACE Sustainability Loan By Arlington Community Federal Credit Union
Arlington Community FCU financed first C-PACE sustainability loan in Virginia in partnership with Arlington County for restaurant solar panels.
CAP COM MOURNS DEATH OF FORMER CEO PAULA STOPERA
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we acknowledge the passing of CAP COM Federal Credit Unions former President/CEO, Paula Stopera.
VyStar Credit Union Selects Nymbus as Digital Banking Partner
This extends a landmark partnership that began earlier this year with VyStars $20 million investment in the newly formed Nymbus CUSO.
Jeff Williams Named Arlingtons 2021 Dream Builder By Texas Trust Credit Union
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Jeff Williams, former mayor of Arlington, is the recipient of the sixth annual Dream Builder award, presented by Texas Trust CU.
Nelson Whaley Appointed Board Emeritus After 31 Years of Service
Nelson Whaley transitions to the role of Board Emeritus after 31 years on Gulf Winds Board of Directors. Whaley was one of Gulf Winds’ first members.
Groundbreaking of Cooper City’s First Corporate Building
Broward’s BrightStar Credit Union hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on June 23rd for their new corporate headquarters.
1st United Credit Union is Up to Bat to Fight Hunger
1st United Credit Union is thrilled to announce that they have again teamed up with the Oakland As to support the Alameda County Community Food Bank.
Day Air Credit Union Awarded More Than $1.8 Million in U.S. Treasury CDFI Fund Grants By Day Air Credit Union
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Day Air Credit Union, the largest financial institution headquartered in Montgomery County, was awarded more than $1.8 million in grant money by the U.S. Department of the Treasurys Community Develop
1st University Credit Union Welcomes New EVP to the Team By CU Evolution
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1st University CU today announced Kevin Hood has joined the credit union as an executive vice president to oversee Information Systems & Compliance.
PSCU Announces Second Annual Credit Union Give Back Sweepstakes By Velera
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For the second year, the PSCU-sponsored Credit Union Give Back Sweepstakes will encourage card usage to increase member engagement and loyalty.
CO-OP Analysis of Prime Day Shows Debit Cards Are Preferred By CO-OP/PSCU
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Transaction data analyzed by CO-OP reveals debit cards were far and away the preferred spending tool for CU members participating in Amazon Prime Day.
Tower FCU Recognized as #1 Credit Union in Maryland by Forbes By Frost Financial Services, Inc.
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Tower FCU has been recognized as Marylands #1 Best-in-State Credit Union for 2021 by Forbes Magazine.
GCS CREDIT UNION CELEBRATES 80 YEARS
GCS Credit Union was recently presented with a Mayoral Proclamation from Mayor Mike Parkinson of Granite City, Illinois.
POPi/o Video Banking Partners With Jaguar Software To Restore Human Touch To Digital Processing & Deposit Services
Video banking leaders latest collaboration demonstrates technologies coming together to embrace human interaction and build real relationships
Open Lending Partners with Securian Financial Group
Universal 1 Credit Union Hosts Free Community Shred Event to Benefit the American Heart Association
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 12, 2024
| Corporate Central Announces Promotion of Shannon Cate to Newly Created Member Experience Role
CU Alliance CUSO and Affiliates Rebrand as FOCUSONE™
OCCU adds associate board members, board director
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Taylor McNeany and Michael Madsen as External Mortgage Loan Officers
Alogent Welcomes Honor Credit Union to the Alogent Family, Modernizing Deposits Automation and Enterprise Content Management Solutions
Garden Savings Federal Credit Union Awards Three Scholarships
Sharetec Experiences Rapid Growth in Puerto Rico with Three Key Partnerships
Corporate Central Pioneers the Future of Payments with Superior ACH Solutions and Beastro Platform Integration
CORRECTION: ORIGENCE RAISES $132,250 WITH “30 YEARS OF IMPACT” CAMPAIGN DONATING FUNDS TO CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
Del-One Federal Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice Solutions for Student Lending
Silver State Schools Credit Union Selects Ken Downs as SVP/ Chief Information Officer
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 5, 2024
Corporate Central Promotes Cameron Krueger to Website and Design Specialist
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Fort Smith, Arkansas
Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Donates to Alabama Nonprofits
Alloya Announces Changes in Capital Markets and Investment Services
STEVE DEERE NAMED PRESIDENT AND CEO OF R-G FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
United Federal Credit Union Named to 2024 Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces in North America List
Coastal Credit Union Foundation and Carolinas Credit Union Foundation Award Scholarship Funds to Eleven Students
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and Sacramento Republic FC Recognize Outstanding Teachers and School Employees at Matches Throughout the 2024 Season
Justice Federal Credit Union Announces Merger with Law Enforcement & Technology Federal Credit Union
Coastal Credit Union Foundation and Habitat for Humanity Unveil Latest Home in Chapel Hill
Illinois Credit Union System Announces Leadership Change
ORIGENCE RAISES $132,850 WITH “30 YEARS OF IMPACT” CAMPAIGN DONATING FUNDS TO CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
SECU Foundation Provides Financing for Bertie County Workforce Housing
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 28, 2024
GTE Financial Promotes Two Leaders In Operations To Vice President
Open Lending Partners with Securian Financial Group
Universal 1 Credit Union Hosts Free Community Shred Event to Benefit the American Heart Association
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 12, 2024
| Corporate Central Announces Promotion of Shannon Cate to Newly Created Member Experience Role
CU Alliance CUSO and Affiliates Rebrand as FOCUSONE™
OCCU adds associate board members, board director
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Taylor McNeany and Michael Madsen as External Mortgage Loan Officers
Alogent Welcomes Honor Credit Union to the Alogent Family, Modernizing Deposits Automation and Enterprise Content Management Solutions
Garden Savings Federal Credit Union Awards Three Scholarships
Sharetec Experiences Rapid Growth in Puerto Rico with Three Key Partnerships
Corporate Central Pioneers the Future of Payments with Superior ACH Solutions and Beastro Platform Integration
CORRECTION: ORIGENCE RAISES $132,250 WITH “30 YEARS OF IMPACT” CAMPAIGN DONATING FUNDS TO CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
Del-One Federal Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice Solutions for Student Lending
Silver State Schools Credit Union Selects Ken Downs as SVP/ Chief Information Officer
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 5, 2024
Corporate Central Promotes Cameron Krueger to Website and Design Specialist
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Fort Smith, Arkansas
Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Donates to Alabama Nonprofits
Alloya Announces Changes in Capital Markets and Investment Services
STEVE DEERE NAMED PRESIDENT AND CEO OF R-G FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
United Federal Credit Union Named to 2024 Top 100 Inspiring Workplaces in North America List
Coastal Credit Union Foundation and Carolinas Credit Union Foundation Award Scholarship Funds to Eleven Students
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and Sacramento Republic FC Recognize Outstanding Teachers and School Employees at Matches Throughout the 2024 Season
Justice Federal Credit Union Announces Merger with Law Enforcement & Technology Federal Credit Union
Coastal Credit Union Foundation and Habitat for Humanity Unveil Latest Home in Chapel Hill
Illinois Credit Union System Announces Leadership Change
ORIGENCE RAISES $132,850 WITH “30 YEARS OF IMPACT” CAMPAIGN DONATING FUNDS TO CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
SECU Foundation Provides Financing for Bertie County Workforce Housing
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 28, 2024
GTE Financial Promotes Two Leaders In Operations To Vice President
Open Lending Partners with Securian Financial Group
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Universal 1 Credit Union Hosts Free Community Shred Event to Benefit the American Heart Association
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Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 12, 2024
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| Corporate Central Announces Promotion of Shannon Cate to Newly Created Member Experience Role
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CU Alliance CUSO and Affiliates Rebrand as FOCUSONE™
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OCCU adds associate board members, board director
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