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.
Maine Credit Union League Announces the Credit Union Professionals of the Year
At a ceremony on August 20, the Maine Credit Union League announced the credit union professionals of the year.
Maine Credit Union League
August 26, 2021
Abrigo Launches Consumer Lending and Account Opening Solutions
Abrigo adds technology to support the online origination of loans and accounts to members, as part of their latest release. Check out abrigo.com.
Abrigo
August 25, 2021
Underground Collision Goes Local with Michigan Credit Unions Anything but Normal Banter!
Michigan thought leaders brought in the Underground to collide with local credit unions.
August 23, 2021
Member Access Processing Signs Reseller Agreement with Access Softek
Access Softek announced that Member Access Processing has signed an agreement to resell Access Softeks entire suite of digital banking products.
Access Softek, Inc.
August 23, 2021
CUES Releases 2022 Learning & Events Calendar, Encourages the Industry to Budget for their Professional Development
Talent development leader CUES has released its 2022 Learning & Events Calendar and other tools CU professionals can use as they plan for next year.
CUES
August 20, 2021
Utah’s University FCU Enables Account Access by Voice for Members, Receives Amazon Certification for New Alexa Skill
Utah-based University FCU received Amazon Alexa certification for its first conversational banking application hosted on BIGs FIVE platform.
August 20, 2021
TDECU Announces Jason Osterhage as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: TDECU Announces Jason Osterhage as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer
M2 The Agency
August 20, 2021
Utah’s University FCU Enables Account Access by Voice for Members, Receives Amazon Certification for New Alexa Skill
Utah-based University FCU received Amazon Alexa certification for its first conversational banking application hosted on BIGs FIVE platform.
August 20, 2021
North Bay CU Names Sonoma Branch Manager
Vanessa Balderrama has been hired as North Bay Credit Unions Sonoma Branch Manager.
Aubrey & Associates
August 20, 2021
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: August 20, 2021
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the weeks economic developments.
The Baker Group, LP
August 20, 2021
Indiana Members Foundation Awards $63,000 in Scholarships and Grants
Indiana Members Foundation, the charitable arm of Indiana Members Credit Union, awarded $63,000 to its 2021 Scholarship and Grant recipients.
Aaron Passman
August 20, 2021
SECU WINS INTERNATIONAL BANKING AND CREDIT UNION MARKETING AWARD FOR KINDNESS CAMPAIGN
SECU, Marylands largest state chartered credit union, was awarded a 2021 Banking and Credit Union Marketing Award (BCUMA) from the Gramercy Institute
August 20, 2021
Coins for a Cause Hunger Initiative During Pandemic Earns Affinity Plus Statewide Community Service Award
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union (Affinity Plus) has been honored with the 2021 Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Community Service Award for the second year in a row. The award, which is sponsored
August 20, 2021
State Employees Credit Union Board of Directors Announces New President and CEO
The Board of Directors of State Employees Credit Union (SECU) announced that Jim Hayes has been selected to succeed Mike Lord as President and CEO.
State Employees Credit Union
August 20, 2021
United Federal Credit Union Names Jessica Parmele Branch Manager at Spanish Springs Branch in Sparks, Nevada
United Federal Credit Union Names Jessica Parmele Branch Manager at Spanish Springs Branch in Sparks, Nevada
United Federal Credit Union
August 20, 2021
NASCUS Launches Dual-Charter Resource Initiative
NASCUS President and CEO Lucy Ito proudly announced the launch of the NASCUS Dual Charter Resources Initiative and $260,000 in initial support.
NASCUS
August 20, 2021
Ideal Credit Union Launches Glias Digital Member Service Platform
Glia today announced that Ideal Credit Union has successfully implemented its communications and collaboration platform.
William Mills Agency
August 20, 2021
BCU CELEBRATES LONGTIME FRIEND JIMBO COVERT INDUCTION TO PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME
Friend of the Credit Union and former Chicago Bear, James Paul Jimbo Covert, was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on August 7, 2021.
August 20, 2021
United Federal Credit Union Names Susana Alcala Mortgage Advisor in Reno, Nevada
United Federal Credit Union Names Susana Alcala Mortgage Advisor in Reno, Nevada
United Federal Credit Union
August 20, 2021
CUSO Financial and First Service Credit Union Announce New Partnership
Credit union-focus and proven track record for growth influence First Service Credit Union’s decision to join CFS.
CUSO Financial Services, L.P.
August 20, 2021
Christian Financial Credit Union partners with NCR Corporation for superior digital banking experience
Christian Financial Credit Union has selected NCR to provide a more modern, comprehensive digital banking experience to its members.
William Mills Agency
August 20, 2021
Spero Financial Names Jessica Baker as Chief Operating Officer
Spero Financial has named Jessica Baker as Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer.
Spero Financial Federal Credit Union
August 20, 2021
GCS EMPLOYEES DONATE $866 TO MADISON JR. HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITY PROGRAM
GCS Credit Union employees show their support for Madison Jr. High School through their Growing Community Schools Jean Program.
Aaron Passman
August 20, 2021
Golden 1 Credit Union Ranked Third Among Financial Institutions Admired Most by Customers Nationwide
Golden 1 Credit Union has been named as one of the top three most admired financial firms in the country, per a report by American Banker and Monigle.
Aaron Passman
August 20, 2021
Justice Federal Credit Union Recognizes Scholarship Recipients
Justice Federal Credit Union is proud to congratulate the recipients of the 2021 Building Futures across the Nation Annual Scholarship Competition.
August 20, 2021
One Wish Project Wins Jeanne DArc Credit Union National Nonprofit Day Campaign
One Wish Project is the winner of Jeanne DArc Credit Unions National Nonprofit Day Campaign. The organization received a $2,021 donation as the winning prize.
Aaron Passman
August 20, 2021
Constant and DirectID Partner to Enhance Digital Loan Servicing for Banks and Credit Unions with Open Banking
Constant Partners with DirectID to Transform Digital Loan Servicing and Loss Mitigation for Credit Unions across the Globe
Aaron Passman
August 20, 2021
Truliant Promotes Bright to Vice President, Organizational Development and Training
Truliant has promoted Kenneth Bright to the role of vice president, organizational development and training.
August 20, 2021
BECU Helps Low-Balance Savers Increase Savings by More Than $2 Million with Quick Save, Powered by MX
MX has partnered with BECU to build a mobile app feature, Quick Save, that encourages BECU members to build savings through small-amount transfers.
BECU
August 20, 2021
AVANA Companies Selected for 2021 Inc. 5000
AVANA Companies Selected for 2021 Inc. 5000 List of Americas Fastest Growing Private Companies
AVANA CUSO
August 20, 2021
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Alogent launched Alogent Shield, an advanced set of comprehensive features designed to tackle the rising threat of check fraud across ...
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Aggieland Credit Union funded $53,000 in short-term business loans for 12 student teams participating in the 2024 Texas A&M Mays ...
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversions platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), today announced that Co-founder and CEO Ashish Garg will ...
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Dogs are known for their ability to provide emotional support, reduce stress, encourage physical activity, and foster social connections, which ...
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
Coastal Credit Union recently delivered nearly 11,000 school supplies to 29 Elementary schools throughout the counties that the credit union ...
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth
United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Renee Johnson as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Johnson ...
Autotruck Financial Credit Union Chooses Sharetec for Shared Values and Digital Innovation
Sharetec, a leading provider of core software and digital innovations, is thrilled to announce its new partnership with Kentucky-based credit ...
Landings Credit Union Secures $81,000 Ahead Grant to Support Tempe Community Action Agency’s (TCAA) Economic Empowerment Programs
CONTACT: Cecilia Ashe, Chief Operations Officer FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PHONE: (480) 967-9475 EMAIL: cashe@landingscu.org WEBSITE: https://www.landingscu.org LANDINGS CREDIT UNION SECURES ...
First Hope Bank Partners with Arkatechture to Drive Data Innovation and Enhance Customer Experience
First Hope Bank, a family-owned community bank in New Jersey established in 1911, has formed a strategic partnership with Arkatechture, ...
SECU’s Leigh Brady Named to 2024 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List by American Banker
American Banker has named State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) President and CEO Leigh Brady as one of the “Most Powerful ...
GreenState appoints new Chief Risk Officer, Ryan Gage
GreenState Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Gage as its new Chief Risk Officer. Gage comes ...
Chartway Credit Union Expands with New Branches, Products, & Services
Chartway Credit Union is pleased to announce several initiatives that expand its footprint and enhance service offerings, reflecting its commitment ...
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Branch Manager Positions in Indiana
United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Crystal Hudson and Shannon Schock have been promoted to Branch Manager positions ...
GTE Financial Elevates Leadership: Manny Aguilar and Dona Svehla Promoted to Key Executive Roles
GTE Financial is excited to announce the promotions of two distinguished leaders within the organization. Manny Aguilar has been elevated ...
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek
United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Cooper to Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek. ...
Maine Credit Union Grows Assets by More Than 60%
TruChoice Federal Credit Union increased assets more than 60% over five years by moving in-house systems to one consolidated external ...
INOVA’S Samuel Kamwenji Receives Minority Business Excellence Award for Service
Samuel Kamwenji, Manager of Community Relations and Business Development at INOVA Federal Credit Union, received the Minority Business Excellence Award ...
NCOFCU Awards it 2024 Vollunteer of the Year and Lifetime Achivement Awards at their San Antonio Conference
San Antonio, TX – October 4, 2024 – The National Council of Firefighters Credit Unions (NCOFCU) is proud to announce ...
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Raises Over $1,000 in One Day for the Campaign for Ending Hunger
LEWISTON, ME – Maine Family Federal Credit Union proudly announced the success of its recent “Strapped for Cash” fundraiser, held ...
Amrita Prasad of SafeAmerica Credit Union Featured on Women of Community Banking Video Podcast
SafeAmerica Credit Union proudly announces that Amrita Prasad, a key leader in its financial team, recently participated in the latest ...
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Application Timeline for Member Education Award Scholarships
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today ...
Eltropy Showcases AI-Driven Solutions at VentureTech 2024, Celebrates Industry Innovation
Eltropy, the leading conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), showcased its innovative safe AI technology at VentureTech 2024, held ...
Advia Credit Union Launches Instant Payments with FedNow® and RTP, Enhancing Member Experience
Advia Credit Union, serving nearly 200,000 members across Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois, is excited to share that it now offers ...
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Florida -based credit union with 70-year track record to collaborate with Cetera Financial Institutions to grow and deliver member-focused investment ...
Horizon Helps Build a Better Future With $10,000 Donation
SPOKANE VALLEY, WA, November 4, 2024 – Horizon Credit Union helped secure the future of local families by awarding $10,000 ...
GTE Financial Announces Key Promotions in Talent Development and Talent Administration Teams
GTE Financial is excited to announce the promotions of two key leaders within its Talent Organization. Josh Lansing has been ...
Coastal Credit Union Collecting Toys for Tots
Coastal Credit Union has partnered with iHeart Radio and the United States Marine Corps to sponsor this year’s Toys for ...
Six Credit Unions Partner with myCUmortgage for Comprehensive Home Loan Services
As part of its ongoing efforts to help more credit union members with homeownership, myCUmortgage is excited to announce six ...
LGE Community Credit Union wins two Marketing Association of Credit Unions awards
LGE Community Credit Union is proud to announce that it has been recognized with two awards from the Marketing Association ...
INTRODUCING TRIUNITY FOUNDATION: HELPING ELIMINATE DEBT FOR THOSE FACING TERMINAL ILLNESSES
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the launch of TriUnity Foundation, a groundbreaking foundation in the credit ...
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Alogent launched Alogent Shield, an advanced set of comprehensive features designed to tackle the rising threat of check fraud across ...
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Aggieland Credit Union funded $53,000 in short-term business loans for 12 student teams participating in the 2024 Texas A&M Mays ...
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversions platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), today announced that Co-founder and CEO Ashish Garg will ...
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Dogs are known for their ability to provide emotional support, reduce stress, encourage physical activity, and foster social connections, which ...
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
Coastal Credit Union recently delivered nearly 11,000 school supplies to 29 Elementary schools throughout the counties that the credit union ...
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth
United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Renee Johnson as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Johnson ...
Autotruck Financial Credit Union Chooses Sharetec for Shared Values and Digital Innovation
Sharetec, a leading provider of core software and digital innovations, is thrilled to announce its new partnership with Kentucky-based credit ...
Landings Credit Union Secures $81,000 Ahead Grant to Support Tempe Community Action Agency’s (TCAA) Economic Empowerment Programs
CONTACT: Cecilia Ashe, Chief Operations Officer FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PHONE: (480) 967-9475 EMAIL: cashe@landingscu.org WEBSITE: https://www.landingscu.org LANDINGS CREDIT UNION SECURES ...
First Hope Bank Partners with Arkatechture to Drive Data Innovation and Enhance Customer Experience
First Hope Bank, a family-owned community bank in New Jersey established in 1911, has formed a strategic partnership with Arkatechture, ...
SECU’s Leigh Brady Named to 2024 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List by American Banker
American Banker has named State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) President and CEO Leigh Brady as one of the “Most Powerful ...
GreenState appoints new Chief Risk Officer, Ryan Gage
GreenState Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Ryan Gage as its new Chief Risk Officer. Gage comes ...
Chartway Credit Union Expands with New Branches, Products, & Services
Chartway Credit Union is pleased to announce several initiatives that expand its footprint and enhance service offerings, reflecting its commitment ...
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Branch Manager Positions in Indiana
United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Crystal Hudson and Shannon Schock have been promoted to Branch Manager positions ...
GTE Financial Elevates Leadership: Manny Aguilar and Dona Svehla Promoted to Key Executive Roles
GTE Financial is excited to announce the promotions of two distinguished leaders within the organization. Manny Aguilar has been elevated ...
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek
United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Cooper to Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek. ...
Maine Credit Union Grows Assets by More Than 60%
TruChoice Federal Credit Union increased assets more than 60% over five years by moving in-house systems to one consolidated external ...
INOVA’S Samuel Kamwenji Receives Minority Business Excellence Award for Service
Samuel Kamwenji, Manager of Community Relations and Business Development at INOVA Federal Credit Union, received the Minority Business Excellence Award ...
NCOFCU Awards it 2024 Vollunteer of the Year and Lifetime Achivement Awards at their San Antonio Conference
San Antonio, TX – October 4, 2024 – The National Council of Firefighters Credit Unions (NCOFCU) is proud to announce ...
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Raises Over $1,000 in One Day for the Campaign for Ending Hunger
LEWISTON, ME – Maine Family Federal Credit Union proudly announced the success of its recent “Strapped for Cash” fundraiser, held ...
Amrita Prasad of SafeAmerica Credit Union Featured on Women of Community Banking Video Podcast
SafeAmerica Credit Union proudly announces that Amrita Prasad, a key leader in its financial team, recently participated in the latest ...
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Application Timeline for Member Education Award Scholarships
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, today ...
Eltropy Showcases AI-Driven Solutions at VentureTech 2024, Celebrates Industry Innovation
Eltropy, the leading conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), showcased its innovative safe AI technology at VentureTech 2024, held ...
Advia Credit Union Launches Instant Payments with FedNow® and RTP, Enhancing Member Experience
Advia Credit Union, serving nearly 200,000 members across Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois, is excited to share that it now offers ...
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Florida -based credit union with 70-year track record to collaborate with Cetera Financial Institutions to grow and deliver member-focused investment ...
Horizon Helps Build a Better Future With $10,000 Donation
SPOKANE VALLEY, WA, November 4, 2024 – Horizon Credit Union helped secure the future of local families by awarding $10,000 ...
GTE Financial Announces Key Promotions in Talent Development and Talent Administration Teams
GTE Financial is excited to announce the promotions of two key leaders within its Talent Organization. Josh Lansing has been ...
Coastal Credit Union Collecting Toys for Tots
Coastal Credit Union has partnered with iHeart Radio and the United States Marine Corps to sponsor this year’s Toys for ...
Six Credit Unions Partner with myCUmortgage for Comprehensive Home Loan Services
As part of its ongoing efforts to help more credit union members with homeownership, myCUmortgage is excited to announce six ...
LGE Community Credit Union wins two Marketing Association of Credit Unions awards
LGE Community Credit Union is proud to announce that it has been recognized with two awards from the Marketing Association ...
INTRODUCING TRIUNITY FOUNDATION: HELPING ELIMINATE DEBT FOR THOSE FACING TERMINAL ILLNESSES
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the launch of TriUnity Foundation, a groundbreaking foundation in the credit ...
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Alogent launched Alogent Shield, an advanced set of comprehensive features designed to tackle the rising threat of check fraud across all deposit channels. With two ...
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Aggieland Credit Union funded $53,000 in short-term business loans for 12 student teams participating in the 2024 Texas A&M Mays Business School Integrated Business Experience ...
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversions platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), today announced that Co-founder and CEO Ashish Garg will deliver a keynote address at ...
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Dogs are known for their ability to provide emotional support, reduce stress, encourage physical activity, and foster social connections, which makes them invaluable in helping ...
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
Coastal Credit Union recently delivered nearly 11,000 school supplies to 29 Elementary schools throughout the counties that the credit union serves. Supplies were delivered during ...
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth
United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Renee Johnson as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Johnson will join United’s Strategic Leadership ...