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.
Illinois Credit Union League Celebrates Record-Breaking CU Kind Day 2024
The Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL) is thrilled to announce another successful CU Kind Day®, its signature initiative dedicated to spreading kindness throughout the state.
Illinois Credit Union League Celebrates Community Spirit & Excellence at 94th Annual Convention
Chicago, IL October 16, 2024 –The Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL) successfully concluded its annual convention, Stories that Soar, bringing together credit union leaders from across the state. The event was filled with inspiring presentations, networking opportunities, and a celebration of the credit union movement’s achievements.
Envisant and Curql Fund II Gain Momentum with $2 Million Secured in Early Commitments
I’m pleased to share a press release announcing the growing momentum behind Envisant’s collaboration with Curql Fund II. This initiative is empowering credit unions to accelerate their digital transformation and gain access to innovative fintech solutions. Key Highlights: • Early Success: Envisant has secured $2 million in initial commitments from twelve credit unions for investment
Illinois Credit Union League Announces 2024 Award Winners
The Illinois Credit Union League is excited to announce the 2024 Award winners.
Illinois Credit Union System Announces Leadership Change
The Illinois Credit Union System announced today, July 1, 2024, a planned leadership transition with Tom Kane retiring at the end of the year and Libby Calderone to be his successor.
Envisant Partners with Clutch
Envisant is excited to share the news below of our partnership with Clutch! Together Clutch and Envisant will empower credit unions to fulfill their digital aspirations and better serve members. I hope you’ll share this great news with your networks and please let me know if you have any questions!
Envisant Empowers a Competitive Advantage with Harness Partnership
Envisant, a leading provider of data-driven solutions for the financial industry, today announced a partnership with Harness, an impact-focused financial technology company dedicated to translating credit unions’ people-first approach into a competitive advantage.
Illinois Credit Union League Launches Association Health Plan
The Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL), in partnership with Stumm Insurance, a leading provider of employee benefits, is pleased to announce the launch of the Illinois Credit Union League Association Health Plan (AHP).
Cambio Launches New CUSO, AviaryAI
Cambio, an AI startup backed by Y-Combinator, announced the launch of its new Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO), AviaryAI, the financial industry’s first outbound AI sales team. Backed by industry leaders, Envisant and Encurage Financial Network, AviaryAI brings decades of combined data, AI, and credit union experience to revolutionize member service.
Illinois Credit Union League’s Annual Convention a Success!
The Illinois Credit Union League hosted the 93rd Annual Convention October 5-7, 2023 in Chicago.
2023 Illinois Credit Unions Awarded National Recognition from CUNA
Six Illinois credit unions were awarded national recognition by the Credit Union National Association (CUNA) for their hard work and dedication to their members and communities they serve.
ICUL Announces 2023 Award Winners
The Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL) is pleased to announce the 2023 recipients of the Hall of Fame Leadership and Lifetime Award, Small Asset Size Credit Union Award, and Spirit of Service Awards. The awards are given annually to honor outstanding contributors to the credit union movement in Illinois.
July’s Credit Union Social Media Blitz Reaches 9 Million People
The #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day mission is to raise credit union awareness by encouraging authentic high-energy conversation across social media platforms. By tapping into the credit union principles of cooperation among cooperatives and concern for community, the campaign stays true to the people helping people mission.
Envisant Partnership with McQueen Connects Credit Unions with Quality Advice and Reporting
Envisant has partnered with McQueen Financial Advisors to help credit unions access customized advice and reporting solutions critical to maintaining healthy liquidity and earnings while managing risk.
Supporting Access to Business Assistance Programs to Improve Financial Equity
The Illinois Credit Union League is partnering with the Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and local credit unions to offer assistance to small businesses and entrepreneurs in Northeast Illinois.
The Illinois Credit Union System Celebrates 2022 Charitable Contributions
Naperville, Illinois, March 22, 2023 – The Illinois Credit Union System announced record financial results in 2022, which it has shared by contributing more than $700,000 to credit union organizations and charities. The Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL) and its business subsidiary Envisant are dedicated to the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People,” and
Illinois Credit Union League Announces 2022 Award Winners
The awards are given annually to honor outstanding contributors to the credit union movement in Illinois.
Illinois Credit Union League and Coopera Partner on Focus Group Study
The Illinois Credit Union League and Coopera partnership to advance financial inclusion will enter a new phase in 2022.
League-Initiated Legislation Yields One of the Largest Fee Credits Ever for Illinois Credit Unions
ICUL is excited to announce that state-chartered credit unions will be receiving a credit from the State of Illinois totaling $1,894,012 in 2022.
Envisant Supports Efforts to Solve Consumer and Business Challenges in Novel and Sustainable Ways
Envisant (formerly LSC) has teamed up with Filene Research Institute to support the Center of Excellence for Innovation and Incubation.
Introducing a Must-Know Name for Credit Union Success
LSC is now Envisant! The new branding illuminates in a clear, distinctive way the mission of LSC (now Envisant).
Illinois Credit Union League CU Kind® Day Helps Support Over 300 Local Organizations
A record sixty-six Illinois credit unions and partners joined forces with the Illinois Credit Union League on October 11, 2021 for CU Kind Day!
United Way and LSC Team Up with Credit Unions to Assist Families Impacted by Hurricane Ida
LSC has joined with United Way to help benefit families impacted by Hurricane Ida.
Social Media Blitz Makes Credit Unions a Hot Topic on Social Media This Summer
ICUS rallied the credit union movement to create a digital wave that reached more than 22 million people on social media on July 30, 2021.
Cambio: The Big Change, Marginalized America Can Now Recover and Rebuild
Cambio partnered with LSC, a payments and banking service, to serve as its bank of record, card issuer, and processor.
Illinois Credit Union League Initiated Legislation Yields Nearly $840,000 Fee Credit for Illinois Credit Unions
The Illinois Credit Union League is pleased to announce IL credit unions are being provided nearly $840,000 in the form of a regulatory fee credit.
ICUS Introduces New CU Kind Kids Who Care Initiative
ICUS has successfully concluded its first CU Kind® initiative of 2021 culminating in donations totaling $2,800 to seven local charity organizations.
Illinois Credit Union Foundation Board Organizational Changes
The ICU Foundation announced a number of changes, acknowledging six new directors and committee members and three departing board members.
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth
Autotruck Financial Credit Union Chooses Sharetec for Shared Values and Digital Innovation
Landings Credit Union Secures $81,000 Ahead Grant to Support Tempe Community Action Agency’s (TCAA) Economic Empowerment Programs
First Hope Bank Partners with Arkatechture to Drive Data Innovation and Enhance Customer Experience
SECU’s Leigh Brady Named to 2024 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List by American Banker
GreenState appoints new Chief Risk Officer, Ryan Gage
Chartway Credit Union Expands with New Branches, Products, & Services
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Branch Manager Positions in Indiana
GTE Financial Elevates Leadership: Manny Aguilar and Dona Svehla Promoted to Key Executive Roles
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek
Maine Credit Union Grows Assets by More Than 60%
INOVA’S Samuel Kamwenji Receives Minority Business Excellence Award for Service
NCOFCU Awards it 2024 Vollunteer of the Year and Lifetime Achivement Awards at their San Antonio Conference
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Raises Over $1,000 in One Day for the Campaign for Ending Hunger
Amrita Prasad of SafeAmerica Credit Union Featured on Women of Community Banking Video Podcast
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Application Timeline for Member Education Award Scholarships
Eltropy Showcases AI-Driven Solutions at VentureTech 2024, Celebrates Industry Innovation
Advia Credit Union Launches Instant Payments with FedNow® and RTP, Enhancing Member Experience
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Horizon Helps Build a Better Future With $10,000 Donation
GTE Financial Announces Key Promotions in Talent Development and Talent Administration Teams
Coastal Credit Union Collecting Toys for Tots
Six Credit Unions Partner with myCUmortgage for Comprehensive Home Loan Services
LGE Community Credit Union wins two Marketing Association of Credit Unions awards
INTRODUCING TRIUNITY FOUNDATION: HELPING ELIMINATE DEBT FOR THOSE FACING TERMINAL ILLNESSES
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth
Autotruck Financial Credit Union Chooses Sharetec for Shared Values and Digital Innovation
Landings Credit Union Secures $81,000 Ahead Grant to Support Tempe Community Action Agency’s (TCAA) Economic Empowerment Programs
First Hope Bank Partners with Arkatechture to Drive Data Innovation and Enhance Customer Experience
SECU’s Leigh Brady Named to 2024 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List by American Banker
GreenState appoints new Chief Risk Officer, Ryan Gage
Chartway Credit Union Expands with New Branches, Products, & Services
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Branch Manager Positions in Indiana
GTE Financial Elevates Leadership: Manny Aguilar and Dona Svehla Promoted to Key Executive Roles
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Battle Creek
Maine Credit Union Grows Assets by More Than 60%
INOVA’S Samuel Kamwenji Receives Minority Business Excellence Award for Service
NCOFCU Awards it 2024 Vollunteer of the Year and Lifetime Achivement Awards at their San Antonio Conference
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Raises Over $1,000 in One Day for the Campaign for Ending Hunger
Amrita Prasad of SafeAmerica Credit Union Featured on Women of Community Banking Video Podcast
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Announces Application Timeline for Member Education Award Scholarships
Eltropy Showcases AI-Driven Solutions at VentureTech 2024, Celebrates Industry Innovation
Advia Credit Union Launches Instant Payments with FedNow® and RTP, Enhancing Member Experience
Cetera Welcomes Eglin Federal Credit Union
Horizon Helps Build a Better Future With $10,000 Donation
GTE Financial Announces Key Promotions in Talent Development and Talent Administration Teams
Coastal Credit Union Collecting Toys for Tots
Six Credit Unions Partner with myCUmortgage for Comprehensive Home Loan Services
LGE Community Credit Union wins two Marketing Association of Credit Unions awards
INTRODUCING TRIUNITY FOUNDATION: HELPING ELIMINATE DEBT FOR THOSE FACING TERMINAL ILLNESSES
Alogent Launches Alogent Shield: Advanced Check Fraud Mitigation Suite of Capabilities Utilizing AI and Machine Learning to Reduce Losses Across All Deposit Channels
Aggieland Credit Union Finances $53,000 in Texas A&M Student-run Entrepreneurial Ventures
Eltropy CEO to Address Branch Banking Innovation at Future Branches 2024
TowerCares Foundation Surpasses $3 Million in Donations, Grants and Scholarships to Help Military Heroes, Veterans and Children in Need
Coastal Credit Union School Supply Drive Benefits 29 Local Schools
United Federal Credit Union Hires Chief Commercial Officer to Lead Business Lending and Deposit Growth
