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.
Unitus Community Credit Union’s Tru Checking Receives National Certification by Banking Advocates as Safe, Affordable Account
The Cities for Financial Empowerment Fund’s Bank On National Account Standards Certification of Unitus Tru Checking indicates that it meets more than 25 features for safe and affordable consumer transaction accounts.
Unitus Community Credit Union Rated a “Best in State” Credit Union by Forbes
In its annual rankings of “Best in State” credit unions, Forbes has named Unitus Community Credit Union the third best credit union in Oregon.
Unitus Community Credit Union Places Second in National Awards for Philosophy in Action
Unitus Community Credit Union has earned national recognition from the Credit Union National Association (CUNA), honored with second place in the prestigious Louise Herring Philosophy in Action Award. The award recognizes credit unions that do an extraordinary job incorporating credit union philosophy into daily operations.
Unitus Community Credit Union Opens New Branch at Cascade Station
Unitus Community Credit Union’s newest branch is now open at the Cascade Station Shopping Center, located at 9917 NE Cascades Parkway, Portland, OR 97220. This new branch is a relocation of the Mall 205 Branch, which closed permanently on November 16.
Unitus Community Credit Union’s Corlinda Wooden Named One of the Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions
Unitus Community Credit Union SVP/Chief Retail Officer, Corlinda Wooden, has been named one of the Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions by American Banker. The recognition program celebrates women who are driving innovation, catering to underserved communities, and guiding the future of financial services. The award shines a spotlight on the brightest, most forward-thinking individuals
Unitus Community Credit Union Ranked Fourth Most Philanthropic Corporation
Unitus Community Credit Union has been named the fourth most philanthropic large corporation in the Portland Metro Area by the Portland Business Journal. In its annual ranking, PBJ recognized Unitus for its commitment to the communities it serves. This marks the 13th consecutive year Unitus has been ranked as a top ten large corporate philanthropist.
Unitus Community Credit Union Announces Retirement and Key Leadership Promotion
Unitus Community Credit Union is celebrating a much-deserved retirement and promotion from within the organization. After 16 years of exemplary service, Gayle Evans, SVP/Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), is retiring. Unitus is promoting VP of People and Culture, Jessica Brown, to the Executive Leadership Team to take on the CHRO role.
Two Unitus Community Credit Union Leaders Elected to Board Chair Positions at Non-Profits
Unitus President and CEO Steven Stapp, and SVP/Chief Retail Officer Corlinda Wooden, take leadership roles at community organizations
Unitus Community Credit Union and New Zealand First Credit Union Partner in Exchange Program
Portland-based Unitus Community Credit Union and Hamilton, New Zealand-based First Credit Union come together to share insights and knowledge during weeklong program
Unitus Community Credit Union Offers Free Tax Preparation to Qualified Individuals
Unitus Community Credit Union is once again partnering with the Internal Revenue Service and Metropolitan Family Services (MFS)-CASH Oregon to provide Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) to the community.
Unitus Community Credit Union Announces New Branch at Bridgeport Village
New Unitus location meets member demand for westside service with convenient freeway access and Saturday hours.
Unitus Community Credit Union Ranked Third Most Philanthropic Corporation, Earns Innovation in Philanthropy Award
For the 12th consecutive year, the Portland Business Journal has ranked Unitus Community Credit Union in the top ten in its annual philanthropy honors.
Unitus Community Credit Union Announces New Facility in Woodburn
As part of the next phase of the Unitus Community Credit Union’s Distributed Administrative Network, a new Woodburn facility will house a new branch and flexible administrative office space.
Three Oregon Credit Unions Win CUNA Excellence in Technology Award for Digital Identity Authentication Implementation
The credit unions are recognized for their co-creation of an intuitive, secure identity verification solution for members across multiple channels.
UNITUS COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION CELEBRATES HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH WITH EVENTS, SPONSORSHIPS, AND INITIATIVES
Unitus is proud to partner with local leaders, organizations, businesses, and community members to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.
Unitus Community Credit Union Celebrates 2021 Accomplishments at 85th Annual Meeting
Members offered more inclusive opportunities to engage with credit union leadership and Board of Directors in annual report to membership.
Unitus Community Credit Union Pledges Support for Ukraine’s Credit Unions
Unitus joins Worldwide Foundation for Credit Unions effort to support Ukrainian credit unions impacted by Russian invasion
Unitus Community Credit Union SVP/Chief Human Resources Officer, Gayle Evans, Honored as 2022 Women of Influence Award Winner
The Portland Business Journals annual awards ceremony recognizes Evans as an established business leader with a strong record of innovation.
Unitus Community Credit Union Enters Formal Partnership with the Consulate of Mexico in Portland
Unitus Community Credit Union partners with the Consulate of Mexico to provide education and services to members of the Mexican community in Portland.
Unity One Credit Union Announces New CEO Scott Ward
Unity One Credit Union announced the promotion of Scott Ward to president and CEO of the credit union.
Unitus Community Credit Union Celebrates Record Year of Giving
Unitus Community Credit Union is celebrating a record year of community giving, up 47% over 2020.
Unitus Community Credit Union Pledges $30,000 to SnowCap Community Charities New Covenant Campus
Unitus is excited to announce a $30,000 pledge to SnowCap Community Charities to help the organization expand to improve its services.
Unitus Community Credit Union, First Tech Federal Credit Union, and iQ Credit Union Receive $10,000 Matching Grants to Benefit OHSU Doernbecher Childrens Hospital
Unitus Community Credit Union is thrilled to be the lucky recipients of CO-OP Financial Services Miracle Match.
Unitus Community Credit Union Pledges $30k to Clackamas Service Center
Unitus Community Credit Union is proud to pledge $30,000 to Clackamas Service Center’s expansion project, furthering its service capabilities.
Unitus Community Credit Union Announces Organizational Changes
Unitus Community Credit Union Plans for 2022 Growth and Announces Organizational Changes Aligned with Unitus’ Strategy, Purpose, and Values
Unitus Community Credit Union Donates $300k+; Receives 4th Place Ranking in Large Company Category at Portland Business Journals Annual Philanthropy Honors
Portland Business Journals annual ranking of corporate giving places Unitus Community Credit Union in top ten ranking.
Unitus Community Credit Union Appoints Three New Roles
Unitus Community Credit Union Appoints Megan Snyder to AVP of Strategic Partnerships and Promotes Aaron Bledy to Director of Commercial Services and Michelle Hollenbeck to Relationship Manager.
Unitus Appoints David Fehrer as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer
Unitus Community Credit Union announced the appointment of David Fehrer as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer.
Credit Unions from Here to South Korea Come Together with Global Bridges
In another impressive display of the global credit union movements cooperative strength, four credit unions from the northwest United States have teamed up to build bridges with counterparts in Asia.
Unitus CCU pledges $50,000 to Randall Childrens Hospital
Provides Life-Saving Blood Transfusion Equipment for Family Birth Center to help new moms requiring blood transfusions receive critical care.
Eltropy Leadership Summit 2024 to Spotlight “Safe AI” in Community Banking
Hartford Federal Credit Union Selects Lucas Manzi as SVP-Chief Financial Officer
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: August 16, 2024
Maine’s Downeast Credit Union Partners with Synergent to Host Jack Henry’s Symitar Core Processing Solution
Strategic Marketing Fuels 48% Loan Growth at UCCU
Datava and Corridor announce a Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Data and Decision Management for Credit Unions
ORIGENCE TO HOST ECONOMIC AND CREDIT UNION UPDATE WEBINAR WITH TRUSTAGE’S CHIEF ECONOMIST STEVEN RICK
Alogent and Mitek Announce Partnership to Tackle Ballooning Check Fraud Epidemic
Hunter Pence’s Healthy Planet Project and Redwood Credit Union Team Up to Beautify San Francisco School
GTE Financial Launches Student Perks Program To Offer Rewards To Young Members
TowerCares Foundation Awards $150,000 in College Scholarships
GTE Financial Garners Prestigious 2024 Aetna Workplace Well-being Platinum Award
Gulf Winds Champions Children’s Health with Sponsorship of 2024 Cat Country Cares for Kids Radiothon in Partnership with Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation
LGE Community Credit Union Named a 2024 AJC Top Workplace
Gulf Winds Credit Union Donates to United Fund of Atmore and Brewton
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union announces strategic investment into DaLand CUSO
Peach State Credit Union and Pinnacle Credit Union Announce Merger
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Sponsors Joan Nelson Award Scholarship in San Diego County
Alogent Named Finalist for TAG Fintech ADVANCE Awards, Highlighting Innovation in Enterprise Deposits Automation
Eltropy Climbs to No. 438 on Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies List for 2024
American Heritage Credit Union Receives 2024 Tekkie Award for Application of Data and Innovation
Inspiration and Dedication: GTE Financial Awards $81,000 In Scholarships To 27 Aspiring Students and $1,039,000 Since 2012
LGE Foundation donates $20,000 to nonprofits in northwest Georgia
CUES and Currency Marketing Announce Finalists for Prestigious Emerging Leader Title
VISA OLYMPIC GAMES PARIS 2024 SWEEPSTAKES FOR BCU – GOLD, SILVER, BRONZE WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Small But Mighty: Webinar to Offer Insight into Turning Challenges of Small Credit Unions into Advantages
$350,000 Grant from SECU Foundation Helps Expand Access to Healthcare Services in Mecklenburg County
North Bay CU Chooses Sharetec for Its Innovation & Open API
Day Air Named Best Lending Institution in Dayton
United States Senate Federal Credit Union Appoints Ricardo Pineres as Chief Risk Officer
Eltropy Leadership Summit 2024 to Spotlight “Safe AI” in Community Banking
Hartford Federal Credit Union Selects Lucas Manzi as SVP-Chief Financial Officer
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: August 16, 2024
Maine’s Downeast Credit Union Partners with Synergent to Host Jack Henry’s Symitar Core Processing Solution
Strategic Marketing Fuels 48% Loan Growth at UCCU
Datava and Corridor announce a Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Data and Decision Management for Credit Unions
ORIGENCE TO HOST ECONOMIC AND CREDIT UNION UPDATE WEBINAR WITH TRUSTAGE’S CHIEF ECONOMIST STEVEN RICK
Alogent and Mitek Announce Partnership to Tackle Ballooning Check Fraud Epidemic
Hunter Pence’s Healthy Planet Project and Redwood Credit Union Team Up to Beautify San Francisco School
GTE Financial Launches Student Perks Program To Offer Rewards To Young Members
TowerCares Foundation Awards $150,000 in College Scholarships
GTE Financial Garners Prestigious 2024 Aetna Workplace Well-being Platinum Award
Gulf Winds Champions Children’s Health with Sponsorship of 2024 Cat Country Cares for Kids Radiothon in Partnership with Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation
LGE Community Credit Union Named a 2024 AJC Top Workplace
Gulf Winds Credit Union Donates to United Fund of Atmore and Brewton
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union announces strategic investment into DaLand CUSO
Peach State Credit Union and Pinnacle Credit Union Announce Merger
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Sponsors Joan Nelson Award Scholarship in San Diego County
Alogent Named Finalist for TAG Fintech ADVANCE Awards, Highlighting Innovation in Enterprise Deposits Automation
Eltropy Climbs to No. 438 on Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies List for 2024
American Heritage Credit Union Receives 2024 Tekkie Award for Application of Data and Innovation
Inspiration and Dedication: GTE Financial Awards $81,000 In Scholarships To 27 Aspiring Students and $1,039,000 Since 2012
LGE Foundation donates $20,000 to nonprofits in northwest Georgia
CUES and Currency Marketing Announce Finalists for Prestigious Emerging Leader Title
VISA OLYMPIC GAMES PARIS 2024 SWEEPSTAKES FOR BCU – GOLD, SILVER, BRONZE WINNERS ANNOUNCED
Small But Mighty: Webinar to Offer Insight into Turning Challenges of Small Credit Unions into Advantages
$350,000 Grant from SECU Foundation Helps Expand Access to Healthcare Services in Mecklenburg County
North Bay CU Chooses Sharetec for Its Innovation & Open API
Day Air Named Best Lending Institution in Dayton
United States Senate Federal Credit Union Appoints Ricardo Pineres as Chief Risk Officer
Eltropy Leadership Summit 2024 to Spotlight “Safe AI” in Community Banking
Hartford Federal Credit Union Selects Lucas Manzi as SVP-Chief Financial Officer
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: August 16, 2024
Maine’s Downeast Credit Union Partners with Synergent to Host Jack Henry’s Symitar Core Processing Solution
Strategic Marketing Fuels 48% Loan Growth at UCCU
Datava and Corridor announce a Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Data and Decision Management for Credit Unions
