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ORIGENCE AND ALLOY PARTNER TO DELIVER BEST-IN-CLASS FRAUD PROTECTION FOR CREDIT UNIONS
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announced a strategic partnership with Alloy, a premier identity and fraud prevention platform provider. This partnership provides credit unions with a scalable and highly effective solution to grow their business by streamlining digital member onboarding and digital lending while also proactively mitigating fraudulent activity.
SHAZAM CREATOR CHRIS BARTON TO HEADLINE LENDING TECH LIVE ’25 WITH KEYNOTE ON INNOVATION AND IMAGINATION
Origence, a leading provider of lending technology solutions, announced founder and creator of Shazam, Chris Barton, as a keynote speaker for its Lending Tech Live ’25 conference, scheduled for June 16-18, 2025, at the Omni Nashville Hotel in Nashville, Tenn.
FUTURE OF LENDING TAKES CENTER STAGE: ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES POWERFUL BREAKOUT SESSION LINEUP FOR LENDING TECH LIVE ‘25
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announces breakout sessions for its Lending Tech Live ’25 conference, scheduled June 16-18, 2025, at the Omni Nashville Hotel in Nashville, Tennessee. This announcement follows the news of General Bradford Shwedo, Steve Brown, and Sheryl Connelly as keynote speakers.
FI CONNECT FUNDS $1 BILLION IN LOANS ITS INAUGURAL YEAR
Origence, the leading credit union lending technology company in the U.S., announced its subsidiary, FI Connect, funded $1 billion in Tesla purchases in its first year of operations. FI Connect offers credit union financing options to national retailers, providing borrowers with affordable solutions with embedded financing. In its inaugural year, the company enabled embedded financing
ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES AI FUTURIST STEVE BROWN AS A KEYNOTE SPEAKER FOR LENDING TECH LIVE ’25
Origence, a leading provider of lending technology solutions, announced AI futurist Steve Brown as a keynote speaker for its Lending Tech Live ’25 conference, scheduled for June 16-18, 2025, at the Omni Nashville Hotel in Nashville, Tenn.
Origence Lending Services serves 360,000 members and grows to 167 credit unions in 2024
Origence Lending Services, a division of Origence, served 360,000 credit union members and grew to 167 credit unions funding $5 billion in 2024. The division also marked a significant milestone in document management, stacking, and processing more than 30 million documents since its launch of an advanced AI-powered solution in 2023. These numbers highlight another
CREDIT UNIONS FOR KIDS HOSTS 20TH WINE AUCTION RAISING $2.2 MILLION FOR CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
The Credit Unions for Kids Wine Auction celebrated its 20th annual event, raising a record $2.2 million for 11 CMN Hospitals on March 14, 2025, at Terranea Resort in Palos Verdes, Calif., and launched with a new Leadership Summit featuring insightful sessions for credit union leaders. The annual event has raised more than $18 million
ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES GENERAL BRADFORD SHWEDO AS A KEYNOTE SPEAKER FOR LENDING TECH LIVE ’25 CONFERENCE
Origence, a leading provider of lending technology solutions, announces General Bradford Shwedo as a keynote speaker for its Lending Tech Live ’25 conference, scheduled for June 16-18, 2025, at the Omni Nashville Hotel in Nashville, Tenn.
Origence’s eContracting Solution to Streamline Indirect Auto Financing for Credit Unions
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announced the expansion of its streamlined indirect auto financing solutions with eContracting for CUDL to help credit unions digitize the contract process for indirect auto financing. EContracting for CUDL is offered via the CUDL platform, where dealers connect with credit unions for auto financing options,
Origence Closes 2024 Funding $53 Billion For Two Million Members
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, closed 2024 with $53 billion in funding and serving two million members. As a result, the company’s market share among $1 billion credit unions has grown to more than 55%. Today, the company supports 1,100 credit unions of all sizes, representing more than 66 million
MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION LEVERAGES ORIGENCE’S PLATFORMS TO STREAMLINE PROCESSES AND SUPPORT GROWTH INITIATIVES
Michigan State University Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) partners with Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, to streamline processes and enhance its financial services as it continues to expand. This strategic collaboration aims to leverage Origence’s arc OS and arc DX platforms for both loans and account opening. The platform will enable
ORIGENCE TO HOST ECONOMIC AND CREDIT UNION UPDATE WEBINAR WITH TRUSTAGE’S CHIEF ECONOMIST STEVEN RICK
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, is hosting a free webinar titled “Economic and credit union update” featuring guest speaker Steven Rick, director and chief economist at TruStage, on August 29, 2024 at 11 a.m. PT.
ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES NEW ASSOCIATE BOARD MEMBERS
– Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announced the appointment of three new associate Board of Directors effective August 1, 2024.
CORRECTION: ORIGENCE RAISES $132,250 WITH “30 YEARS OF IMPACT” CAMPAIGN DONATING FUNDS TO CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, raised $132,850 in its “30 Years of Impact” campaign fundraiser for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals as part of its 30th anniversary celebration.
ORIGENCE RAISES $132,850 WITH “30 YEARS OF IMPACT” CAMPAIGN DONATING FUNDS TO CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, raised $132,850 in its “30 Years of Impact” campaign fundraiser for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals as part of its 30th anniversary celebration.
ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES CUES CEO HEATHER MCKISSICK TO SPEAK AT LENDING TECH LIVE
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announces a special Women’s Leadership Luncheon with guest speaker Heather McKissick, CEO of CUES, at this year’s annual Lending Tech Live event scheduled on June 26, 2024, at the Marriot Marquis in San Diego, California.
CREDIT UNIONS FOR KIDS WINE AUCTION CONTINUES RECORD-BREAKING SUPPORT WITH $1.85 MILLION RAISED FOR CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS
The Credit Unions for Kids Wine Auction continued its record-breaking streak of raising $1.85 million for the eleven Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals in California and Nevada at their 19th annual event on March 15, 2024. A total of more than 500 attendees, made up of 64 credit unions, business partners, and hospitals, gathered to support
ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES 14 BREAKOUT SESSIONS FOR LENDING TECH LIVE
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announces breakout sessions for its Lending Tech Live ’24 conference, scheduled June 25-27, 2024, at the Marriot Marquis in San Diego, California. This announcement follows the news of Lisa Bodell, Kevin Surace, and Andrew Busch as keynote speakers.
ORIGENCE LENDING SERVICES FUNDS $6.38 BILLION IN CREDIT UNION LOANS FOR 400,000 MEMBERS IN 2023
Origence Lending Services (OLS), a division of Origence, funded $6.38 billion in loans with 160 credit unions, benefitting more than 413,000 members in 2023. In addition, the division added 40 new credit union enrollments, broadening its services to encompass underwriting across multiple systems, direct lending, and retail financing support. Services beyond the division’s traditional indirect
CREDIT UNIONS GET A BOOST TO AI ADOPTION WITH AI-AUTOMATED UNDERWRITING TEST DRIVE
Origence, the leading credit union lending technology company in the U.S., and Zest AI, the leader in AI-automated underwriting, announced today that all Origence arc OS customers can get trial access to accurate, inclusive AI underwriting for their auto portfolios. Experiencing the benefits firsthand, in a seamless way through their arc OS platform will give
CREDIT UNIONS GET A BOOST TO AI ADOPTION WITH AI-AUTOMATED UNDERWRITING TEST DRIVE
Origence, the leading credit union lending technology company in the U.S., and Zest AI, the leader in AI-automated underwriting, announced today that all Origence arc OS customers can get trial access to accurate, inclusive AI underwriting for their auto portfolios. Experiencing the benefits firsthand, in a seamless way through their arc OS platform will give
ORIGENCE KICKS OFF 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATING $550+ BILLION MILESTONE IN CREDIT UNION LOANS FUNDED
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, celebrates its 30th year of operations in 2024 reaching a historic achievement of funding $551.2 billion in loans. The company also announced its network expansion to include 20,000 auto dealerships across the U.S. serving the more than 1,100 network credit unions and their 64 million
TESLA (TSLA) PARTNERS WITH ORIGENCE TO BRING AFFORDABLE CREDIT UNION FINANCING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE BUYERS
Origence, the leading credit union lending technology company in the U.S., and Tesla, the largest EV manufacturer in the world, have partnered to offer credit union financing to EV buyers through the Tesla website. Origence is leveraging its new licensed subsidiary, FI Connect, to purchase and place retail contracts with partner credit unions nationwide. FI
Origence Partners with Tesla to Provide Attractive Monthly Payments and Affordable Credit Union Financing to Electric Vehicle Buyers Across the U.S.
Origence, the leading credit union lending technology company in the U.S., and Tesla, the largest EV manufacturer in the world, announce a partnership to offer credit union financing to EV buyers through the Tesla website. This partnership will provide Tesla buyers seeking affordable monthly payments with more options through credit union financing. By making credit
ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES LISA BODELL AS A KEYNOTE SPEAKER FOR LENDING TECH LIVE ’24 CONFERENCE
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announces Lisa Bodell as a keynote speaker for its Lending Tech Live ’24 conference, scheduled June 25-27, 2024, at the Marriot Marquis in San Diego, California.
Origence Announces Andrew Busch As Keynote Speaker For Lending Tech Live ’24 Conference
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announced its first keynote speaker, Andrew Busch, for its annual users’ conference. Lending Tech Live ‘24 is scheduled for June 25-27, 2024, at the Marriott Marquis in San Diego, California.
Origence and Eltropy Partnership Elevates Loan Origination Experience for Consumers
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, and Eltropy, the leading digital communications platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), are expanding their partnership to deliver an enhanced loan origination experience. The integration between Origence and Eltropy combines the strengths of both platforms, providing a comprehensive solution for credit unions to drive revenue
Origence Hosts Economic and Lending Webcast with Elliot Eisenberg
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, is hosting a free webcast entitled “The US Economy: Rising Rates, Real Risks, and Recession?” with special guest speaker Economist Elliot Eisenberg on July 27, 2023 at time 11 am PDT.
Alloya Announces Change in Payments Leadership
SECU Joins North Carolina Governor’s Office for 2025 School Supply Drive to Benefit Teachers and Students
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 3, 2025
Sound Credit Union Completes Conversion of Washington Business Bank
Coastal Credit Union Transforms Headquarters for Hybrid Work and Collaboration
Corporate Central Launches Business ACH, Empowering Credit Unions to Deliver Modern Payment Solutions to Business Members
Inman honors Cloudvirga CEO Maria Moskver with third consecutive Best of Finance award
Redwood Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025
LAFCU CFO Leslie Rorie named a Notable Leader in Finance
CEFCU Selects Student Choice for Private Student Loan Solutions
EECU and Madera County Superintendent of Schools Celebrate New ATM with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Cleveland Monsters Unveil Jersey Patch with Century FCU
42nd Annual Tower Classic Charity Golf Tournament Raises $72,420 for the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center—Bringing Total Donated to Helping Children in Need to Over $1.1 Million
Credit Unions Sound the Alarm on Student Loan Procrastination — Urge Families to Lock in Flexible Line of Credit Before Fall Deadlines
SchoolsFirst FCU Recognizes Four San Diego School Superintendents at the Classroom of the Future Foundation Innovation in Education Awards
Redwood Credit Union Birthday Bash Raises Over $31,000 for Youth Arts Programs
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 20, 2025
Synergent Names Tyler Hudson as President
Alogent Supports Lead Bank’s Drive for Innovation with Unify Platform
Justice Federal Credit Union Strengthens Its Commitment to the Justice, Law Enforcement, and Public Safety Community
EECU Wins in Three Categories of 2025 Best of Central California Awards
Velera Promotes Mark L. Robnett to Director of its Board
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Ranked #1 in California by Forbes
The Impact of Credit Union Mergers on Debt Recovery and Member Engagement
Cutting Costs Without Cutting Corners – Unlocking Operational Efficiency Through First-Party Technology Solutions
BECU expands in Pierce County with new location coming to Lakewood, Washington
TriUnity Foundation Awards $95,000 in Grants
EECU Hosts Member Appreciation Days at 22 Branch Locations
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 13, 2025
Sean Cervantes and Lisa Sprague join LAFCU’s business development team
Alloya Announces Change in Payments Leadership
SECU Joins North Carolina Governor’s Office for 2025 School Supply Drive to Benefit Teachers and Students
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 3, 2025
Sound Credit Union Completes Conversion of Washington Business Bank
Coastal Credit Union Transforms Headquarters for Hybrid Work and Collaboration
Corporate Central Launches Business ACH, Empowering Credit Unions to Deliver Modern Payment Solutions to Business Members
Inman honors Cloudvirga CEO Maria Moskver with third consecutive Best of Finance award
Redwood Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces 2025
LAFCU CFO Leslie Rorie named a Notable Leader in Finance
CEFCU Selects Student Choice for Private Student Loan Solutions
EECU and Madera County Superintendent of Schools Celebrate New ATM with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
Cleveland Monsters Unveil Jersey Patch with Century FCU
42nd Annual Tower Classic Charity Golf Tournament Raises $72,420 for the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center—Bringing Total Donated to Helping Children in Need to Over $1.1 Million
Credit Unions Sound the Alarm on Student Loan Procrastination — Urge Families to Lock in Flexible Line of Credit Before Fall Deadlines
SchoolsFirst FCU Recognizes Four San Diego School Superintendents at the Classroom of the Future Foundation Innovation in Education Awards
Redwood Credit Union Birthday Bash Raises Over $31,000 for Youth Arts Programs
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 20, 2025
Synergent Names Tyler Hudson as President
Alogent Supports Lead Bank’s Drive for Innovation with Unify Platform
Justice Federal Credit Union Strengthens Its Commitment to the Justice, Law Enforcement, and Public Safety Community
EECU Wins in Three Categories of 2025 Best of Central California Awards
Velera Promotes Mark L. Robnett to Director of its Board
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Ranked #1 in California by Forbes
The Impact of Credit Union Mergers on Debt Recovery and Member Engagement
Cutting Costs Without Cutting Corners – Unlocking Operational Efficiency Through First-Party Technology Solutions
BECU expands in Pierce County with new location coming to Lakewood, Washington
TriUnity Foundation Awards $95,000 in Grants
EECU Hosts Member Appreciation Days at 22 Branch Locations
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: June 13, 2025
Sean Cervantes and Lisa Sprague join LAFCU’s business development team
Alloya Announces Change in Payments Leadership

SECU Joins North Carolina Governor’s Office for 2025 School Supply Drive to Benefit Teachers and Students

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 3, 2025

Sound Credit Union Completes Conversion of Washington Business Bank

Coastal Credit Union Transforms Headquarters for Hybrid Work and Collaboration

Corporate Central Launches Business ACH, Empowering Credit Unions to Deliver Modern Payment Solutions to Business Members
