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.
Seaboard Federal Credit Union Extends Partnership with Synergent
WESTBROOK, ME (December 9, 2025) – Synergent® is pleased to share that Seaboard Federal Credit Union has signed a ten-year renewal agreement for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, along with five-year agreements for a suite of integrated solutions that includes digital banking, bill pay, mobile deposit capture, debit and credit card services, and check
Hancock Federal Credit Union Signs with Synergent for New Core and Technology Agreements
WESTBROOK, ME – NOVEMBER 19, 2025 – Synergent® is proud to announce a new partnership with Hancock Federal Credit Union, which has signed a ten-year agreement for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing. The credit union has also entered into five-year agreements for a suite of integrated services, including Banno digital banking, bill pay, mobile
Synergent and Partner Credit Unions Honored with Four MAC Award Wins
Synergent® is pleased to announce it has received four Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) Awards for creative marketing campaigns developed for Bayer Heritage FCU, Central Maine FCU, Lisbon Community FCU, and New Dimensions FCU. The MAC Awards recognize excellence in creativity, strategy, and results, celebrating the “People Helping People” philosophy that drives innovation in
Synergent and Clutch Sign New Partnership
Synergent is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with Clutch, a cutting-edge fintech platform that provides credit unions with omni-channel consumer loan and deposit account opening capabilities. This collaboration is designed to help credit unions accelerate digital transformation, enhance member engagement, and streamline operational efficiency.
Greater Eastern Credit Union Partners with Synergent in New Technology Agreement
Synergent is pleased to announce a new partnership with Greater Eastern Credit Union. The credit union has signed a ten-year agreement for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, along with five-year agreements for a suite of integrated services, including digital banking, mobile deposit capture, and check and statement processing.
PRESS RELEASE – New Bedford Credit Union Forges Strategic Technology Partnership with Synergent
Synergent is proud to announce a new partnership with New Bedford Credit Union through a ten-year agreement for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing. The credit union has also signed five-year agreements for a suite of integrated services, establishing a strategic relationship focused on shared values, operational efficiency, and exceptional member service.
Acadia Federal Credit Union Extends Longstanding Partnership with Synergent
Synergent is pleased to announce the renewal of its long-standing partnership with Acadia Federal Credit Union through a new ten-year agreement for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing. The credit union also renewed five-year agreements for check processing, mobile deposit capture, and integrated debit and credit card services, continuing a nearly 20-year collaboration aligned with
Winthrop Area Federal Credit Union Renews Partnership with Synergent
Synergent® is pleased to announce that Winthrop Area Federal Credit Union has renewed its long-term partnership with Synergent. The renewal includes a 10-year agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, and five-year agreements for iPay consumer bill pay, debit card services, mobile deposit capture, check processing, statement processing, and Orpheus digital banking.
Synergent Names Tyler Hudson as President
Synergent is thrilled to announce the appointment of Tyler Hudson as its new President, effective immediately. A longtime Synergent executive with 23 years of experience in the credit union industry, Hudson brings a rare combination of deep technical knowledge, operational insight, and broad industry perspective to the role.
One Credit Union Extends Long-Standing Core Processing Relationship with Synergent
Synergent has extended its nearly 20-year partnership with One Credit Union through a new five-year agreement. The credit union will continue to utilize hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing and additional technology solutions including mobile deposit capture, check and statement processing, and more, reinforcing a strong and collaborative relationship focused on member service and operational
Midcoast Federal Credit Union Renews Core Processing Relationship with Synergent
Midcoast Federal Credit Union has renewed its core processing and technology service agreements with Synergent, including a 10-year agreement for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing and five-year agreements for payments and related solutions. The renewal reflects a continued commitment to delivering innovative, community-focused financial services to members across Maine.
BrightBridge Credit Union Renews Core Partnership with Synergent
Synergent is pleased to announce the renewal of its partnership with BrightBridge Credit Union through multi-year agreements for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, payments, and related services.
Southeast Financial Credit Union Signs New Core Agreement with Synergent
(WESTBROOK, ME) – Synergent® is pleased to announce that Southeast Financial Credit Union has signed a new ten-year agreement for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing. This strategic partnership will empower Southeast Financial Credit Union to optimize their financial service offerings and enhance operational efficiencies with a reliable, scalable foundation designed to support its growing
News Release: Dirigo Federal Credit Union Extends Long-Term Partnership with Synergent
Good morning, Synergent is pleased to share some exciting news with you before the weekend. Dirigo FCU recently renewed their partnership with Synergent, signing a ten-year agreement for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing. Dirigo also has extended its agreements for another five years on Opening Act™, Integrated Debit Card Services, Mobile Deposit Capture, and
Maine Highlands Federal Credit Union Renews Partnership with Synergent
Synergent® is delighted to announce Maine Highlands Federal Credit Union has signed a ten-year renewal agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing. Maine Highlands Federal Credit Union has also signed five-year extensions for Opening Act™, Integrated Debit Card Services, iPay Consumer Bill Pay, Mobile Deposit Capture, and numerous additional services.
Meridia Community Credit Union Signs New and Renewal Agreements with Synergent
Synergent® is thrilled to announce Meridia Community Credit Union has signed a ten-year renewal agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing. Additionally, the credit union has committed to a new five-year agreement for Integrated Credit Card Services, as well as five-year renewal agreements for numerous additional services.
New Partnership Established Between Synergent and Superior IRA & HSA
Synergent® is pleased to announce a new vendor partnership has been formally established with Superior IRA & HSA. As a key partner, Superior IRA & HSA offers an integrated platform that makes Individual Retirement Arrangement (IRA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) administration, compliance, and reporting easier, allowing credit unions to deliver top-notch retirement and health
NorState Federal Credit Union Signs Renewal Agreement with Synergent
Synergent® is pleased to announce NorState Federal Credit Union has signed a ten-year renewal agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, as well as a five-year renewal agreement for Opening Act™.
Synergent and Partner Credit Unions Honored with Five MAC Award Wins
Synergent has received five Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) Awards for creative marketing campaigns. These efforts were developed in partnership with the following credit unions: Bayer Heritage FCU, Capital Area FCU, Casco FCU, Homefield CU, and PeoplesChoice CU.
Synergent and Jack Henry Celebrate 20 Years of Partnership
Synergent® and Jack Henry™ recently celebrated the monumental milestone of 20 years of partnership! To commemorate, staff members from both Synergent and Jack Henry traveled to KV Federal Credit Union in Augusta, Maine, to mark the occasion where Synergent completed its first core conversion to Episys (now Symitar).
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
Homefield Credit Union Signs Renewal Agreement with Synergent
Synergent® is pleased to announce Homefield Credit Union has signed a ten-year renewal agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, as well as five-year renewal agreements for Banno Digital Platform™, Opening Act™, and iPay Consumer Bill Pay.
St. Lawrence Federal Credit Union Signs Renewal Agreement with Synergent
Synergent® is pleased to announce St. Lawrence Federal Credit Union has signed a seven-year renewal agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, Opening Act™, and iPay Consumer Bill Pay. St. Lawrence FCU has also signed a seven-year renewal for numerous additional services provided by Synergent.
Synergent Welcomes Randy Stolp as Its New President
Synergent®, a leading financial technology and services company for credit unions nationwide, is pleased to announce the appointment of Randy Stolp as its new President, effective January 22. Having served in the credit union industry for 22 years, Stolp brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record and is well positioned to lead
Maine Savings Federal Credit Union Renews Partnership with Synergent
Synergent® is pleased to announce that Maine Savings Federal Credit Union has signed a seven-year renewal agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing and a five-year renewal agreement for Opening Act™. Maine Savings also has signed a five-year renewal agreement with Synergent to provide fully integrated debit and credit card processing services
Southeastern Credit Union Partners with Synergent to Host Jack Henry’s Symitar Core Processing Solution
Synergent® is pleased to announce that Southeastern Credit Union has signed a seven-year agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, Banno Digital Banking™, and iPay Consumer Bill Pay.
ALM First Promotes Sherwin to Principal, Adds New Role for Haley
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 19, 2025
For Immediate Release – Millennium Corporate Credit Union Appoints Haley DaVee as President/CEO
SECU Contributes $125,000 to Support Hunger Relief Efforts in Western North Carolina
Appli Makes First Donations Through Data for Dogs Initiative, Supporting Ten No-Kill Animal Shelters
SchoolsFirst FCU Expands Financial Planning Services for Members and Educators Across California
LGE Foundation donates $389,598 to local nonprofits; Surpasses $3 million lifetime giving milestone
C.A.R.E.S. in Action: Peach State FCU Completes Successful Toys for Tots Drive
CES Credit Union Appoints Mike Copley as President/CEO
BECU members help direct $450,000 to nonprofits through People Helping People Awards
Coastal Credit Union Collects Toys for 200 Children in Salvation Army Angel Tree Program
Vizo Financial Gives Back more than $4.8 Million to Capital Members
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 12, 2025
Illinois State Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify to Modernize Deposit Automation and Drive Digital Transformation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Partners with Orange County Department of Education to Celebrate 2026 Orange County Teachers of the Year
SECU’s Cooperative Model Prioritizes Member Value and Community Impact
Seaboard Federal Credit Union Extends Partnership with Synergent
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $4 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Support Military Heroes and Children in Need
QuantyPhi Launches ALM360, a Unified Balance Sheet Management Platform for Credit Unions
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 05, 2025
AccuAccount Wins Best-in-Class Loan Management System at IBSi Global FinTech Innovation Awards (GFIA) 2025
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Donates $15,000 to Support Hunger Relief in Maine
Coastal Credit Union Announces Leadership Promotions in Lending Division
EECU’s Mobile Branch Brings Financial Services to Rural Fresno County Residents
Cloudvirga’s New Integration With ICE PPE Enables Loan Officers To Shop Rates, Validate Eligibility And Manage Locks Within Horizon POS
5Point Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture to Enable Historical Data Analysis and Personalize Member Experience
From Orchard to Outreach: Christian Financial Celebrates Autumn with Annual Giveback
Princeton Federal Credit Union Appoints Dana Caragine as President/CEO
Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 28, 2025
ALM First Promotes Sherwin to Principal, Adds New Role for Haley
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 19, 2025
For Immediate Release – Millennium Corporate Credit Union Appoints Haley DaVee as President/CEO
SECU Contributes $125,000 to Support Hunger Relief Efforts in Western North Carolina
Appli Makes First Donations Through Data for Dogs Initiative, Supporting Ten No-Kill Animal Shelters
SchoolsFirst FCU Expands Financial Planning Services for Members and Educators Across California
LGE Foundation donates $389,598 to local nonprofits; Surpasses $3 million lifetime giving milestone
C.A.R.E.S. in Action: Peach State FCU Completes Successful Toys for Tots Drive
CES Credit Union Appoints Mike Copley as President/CEO
BECU members help direct $450,000 to nonprofits through People Helping People Awards
Coastal Credit Union Collects Toys for 200 Children in Salvation Army Angel Tree Program
Vizo Financial Gives Back more than $4.8 Million to Capital Members
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 12, 2025
Illinois State Credit Union Selects Alogent’s Unify to Modernize Deposit Automation and Drive Digital Transformation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Partners with Orange County Department of Education to Celebrate 2026 Orange County Teachers of the Year
SECU’s Cooperative Model Prioritizes Member Value and Community Impact
Seaboard Federal Credit Union Extends Partnership with Synergent
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $4 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Support Military Heroes and Children in Need
QuantyPhi Launches ALM360, a Unified Balance Sheet Management Platform for Credit Unions
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 05, 2025
AccuAccount Wins Best-in-Class Loan Management System at IBSi Global FinTech Innovation Awards (GFIA) 2025
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Donates $15,000 to Support Hunger Relief in Maine
Coastal Credit Union Announces Leadership Promotions in Lending Division
EECU’s Mobile Branch Brings Financial Services to Rural Fresno County Residents
Cloudvirga’s New Integration With ICE PPE Enables Loan Officers To Shop Rates, Validate Eligibility And Manage Locks Within Horizon POS
5Point Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture to Enable Historical Data Analysis and Personalize Member Experience
From Orchard to Outreach: Christian Financial Celebrates Autumn with Annual Giveback
Princeton Federal Credit Union Appoints Dana Caragine as President/CEO
Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Scholarship Program Now Accepting Applications
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: November 28, 2025
ALM First Promotes Sherwin to Principal, Adds New Role for Haley
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 19, 2025
For Immediate Release – Millennium Corporate Credit Union Appoints Haley DaVee as President/CEO
SECU Contributes $125,000 to Support Hunger Relief Efforts in Western North Carolina
Appli Makes First Donations Through Data for Dogs Initiative, Supporting Ten No-Kill Animal Shelters
SchoolsFirst FCU Expands Financial Planning Services for Members and Educators Across California