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.
Baker Market Update: May 24, 2021 – Latte with Lester – Week in Preview
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210524-latte-with-lester/
Community 1st Credit Union Chooses Scienaptic For Quicker, Sharper AI-Powered Credit Decisioning
Scienaptic AI announced Community 1st Credit Union has selected its AI-powered platform to enhance credit decisioning and underwriting capabilities.
Adilet Momunaliev Joins Corporate Central Team as Software Engineer
Corporate Central is proud to announce and welcome Adilet Momunaliev as its newest Software Engineer.
Affinity Plus Supports Novel Plunge Approach; Raises $120K for Special Olympics Minnesota in 2021
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that the company and its employees directly raised more than $40,000 for this years Polar Plu
South Florida Based Credit Union is Moving Headquarters – BrightStar Opening First Corporate Building in Cooper City, FL
BrightStar Credit Union will be relocating its headquarters to Cooper City, Fl, making it the first corporate building to be built in Cooper City.
Affinity Plus Welcomes John Carlson to Board of Directors
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that John Carlson joined its 2021 Board of Directors, effective for its recent April Board Meeting.
Affinity Plus Supports Novel Plunge Approach; Raises $120K for Special Olympics Minnesota in 2021
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that the company and its employees directly raised more than $40,000 for the Polar Plunge.
Baker Market Update: May 21, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210521-lunch-with-lester/
Together Credit Unions Direct Financial Benefits to Members Exceeds State & National Averages
CUNA presented Together Credit Union with a Certificate of Excellence for providing $26,277,089 in direct financial benefits.
United Federal Credit Union Recognized for Community Commitment by United Way of Southwest Michigan
United Federal Credit Union has received the 2020 Whirlpool Community Commitment Award from the United Way of Southwest Michigan.
DEI Grows Its Client Base Nationally With Two Landmark Branch Building Projects
DEI announced two major new client projects that will further grow its national client footprint, BrightStar Credit Union and Pillar Credit Union.
SkyPoint Federal Credit Union Partners with Sensibill to Harness the Power of SKU-Level Data
SkyPoint has launched Sensibill's digital receipt management solution to enhance the member experience and unlock deeper data for the institution.
RSM Earns Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Third-Party Assessor Candidate Designation
RSM US LLP (RSM) has earned the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Third-Party Assessor candidate designation.
Prelim Brings Power of Automation to Business Banking and SMB Lending Through Enhancements to its Embedded Fintech Platform
Prelim announces platform enhancements; helps FIs automate and optimize the business banking experience while also streamlining internal operations.
Sunmark Credit Union and Beekman 1802 Partner on Summer of Kindness – Press Release
Sunmark Credit Union and Sunmark Charitable Community Foundation partner with Beekman 1802 for Summer of Kindness"
TimeTrade SilverCloud Releases Digital-First Banking Trends Report
TimeTrade SilverCloud today released its Digital-First Banking Trends Report, examining customer engagement trends.
UMassFive Bids Farewell to Michael Sullivan, Welcomes Julius Lewis
Announcing a Board director retiring, and introducing a new Board member
Tech Meets the Track: CUTEK Partners with NASCAR Team for the Pit Boss 250 on May 22
Tech meets the track, as CUTEK has partnered with NASCARs Mike Harmon Racing Team for the Pit Boss 250 Race in Austin, TX, on May ...
Access Softek Research Finds Growth Opportunity for Financial Institutions via Video Chat Capabilities
The research arm of Access Softek, an omnichannel digital banking provider, recently surveyed 500 consumers about their preferences on using video chat to communicate.
NEFCU Spring Shred Fest Shreds 20 Tons
New England Federal Credit Union's (NEFCU) Spring, 2021 Shred Fest destroyed 20 tons of documents containing sensitive personal data.
ALM First Expands Mortgage Pipeline Hedging Team, Welcomes Former Fannie Mae Manager
ALM First, a strategic partner for more than 300 financial institutions nationwide, is expanding its mortgage pipeline hedging team.
Jack Henry & Associates Client Delta Community Receives Celent Model Bank Award for Retail Digital Transformation
Symitar today announced that its client, Delta Community Credit Union, received a Celent Model Bank 2021 Award for Retail Digital Transformation.
Texas Trust Credit Union Employee Wins $5,000
Xondra Berry, Member Solutions Advocate, received $5,000 for being named the inaugural Texas Trust Credit Union People Stories grand prize winner.
VisiFI Launches Design Your Branch through New Digital Banking Solution
VisiFIs new, innovative solution will help Credit Unions attract and retain younger generations by providing the digital platform they require.
Record Surge in Credit Union Member Deposits and Borrowing Kicks off 2021
A record surge in deposits and borrowing show the trust members and communities have in their credit unions.
Corporate Central Conducts Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors
Corporate Central held its 40th annual meeting on Thursday, May 6 as part of a co-hosted virtual event with The Wisconsin Credit Union League.
Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Pledges $10,000 to the North Georgia Technical College Foundation
The Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation has committed to contributing $10,000 to the North Georgia Technical College Foundation.
DeepTargets 3D StoryTeller Recognized As Best Solution for Improving Operations in Bank Directors 2021 Best of FinXTech Awards
DeepTarget's 3D StoryTeller was selected as the Best Solution for Improving Operations in the 2021 Best of FinXTech Awards, powered by Bank Director.
Coastal Wealth Management Wins Three Production Awards
Coastal Wealth Management, available through CFS*, is the recipient of three Pacesetter Awards, presented by CUSO Financial Services, L.P.
NextMark Credit Union Turns Management of Its ATM Fleet over to Dolphin Debit
NextMark Credit Union has turned over operations of its ATMs to Dolphin Debit.
Baker Market Update: May 24, 2021 – Latte with Lester – Week in Preview
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210524-latte-with-lester/
Community 1st Credit Union Chooses Scienaptic For Quicker, Sharper AI-Powered Credit Decisioning
Scienaptic AI announced Community 1st Credit Union has selected its AI-powered platform to enhance credit decisioning and underwriting capabilities.
Adilet Momunaliev Joins Corporate Central Team as Software Engineer
Corporate Central is proud to announce and welcome Adilet Momunaliev as its newest Software Engineer.
Affinity Plus Supports Novel Plunge Approach; Raises $120K for Special Olympics Minnesota in 2021
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that the company and its employees directly raised more than $40,000 for this years Polar Plu
South Florida Based Credit Union is Moving Headquarters – BrightStar Opening First Corporate Building in Cooper City, FL
BrightStar Credit Union will be relocating its headquarters to Cooper City, Fl, making it the first corporate building to be built in Cooper City.
Affinity Plus Welcomes John Carlson to Board of Directors
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that John Carlson joined its 2021 Board of Directors, effective for its recent April Board Meeting.
Affinity Plus Supports Novel Plunge Approach; Raises $120K for Special Olympics Minnesota in 2021
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union is proud to announce that the company and its employees directly raised more than $40,000 for the Polar Plunge.
Baker Market Update: May 21, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210521-lunch-with-lester/
Together Credit Unions Direct Financial Benefits to Members Exceeds State & National Averages
CUNA presented Together Credit Union with a Certificate of Excellence for providing $26,277,089 in direct financial benefits.
United Federal Credit Union Recognized for Community Commitment by United Way of Southwest Michigan
United Federal Credit Union has received the 2020 Whirlpool Community Commitment Award from the United Way of Southwest Michigan.
DEI Grows Its Client Base Nationally With Two Landmark Branch Building Projects
DEI announced two major new client projects that will further grow its national client footprint, BrightStar Credit Union and Pillar Credit Union.
SkyPoint Federal Credit Union Partners with Sensibill to Harness the Power of SKU-Level Data
SkyPoint has launched Sensibill's digital receipt management solution to enhance the member experience and unlock deeper data for the institution.
RSM Earns Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Third-Party Assessor Candidate Designation
RSM US LLP (RSM) has earned the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Third-Party Assessor candidate designation.
Prelim Brings Power of Automation to Business Banking and SMB Lending Through Enhancements to its Embedded Fintech Platform
Prelim announces platform enhancements; helps FIs automate and optimize the business banking experience while also streamlining internal operations.
Sunmark Credit Union and Beekman 1802 Partner on Summer of Kindness – Press Release
Sunmark Credit Union and Sunmark Charitable Community Foundation partner with Beekman 1802 for Summer of Kindness"
TimeTrade SilverCloud Releases Digital-First Banking Trends Report
TimeTrade SilverCloud today released its Digital-First Banking Trends Report, examining customer engagement trends.
UMassFive Bids Farewell to Michael Sullivan, Welcomes Julius Lewis
Announcing a Board director retiring, and introducing a new Board member
Tech Meets the Track: CUTEK Partners with NASCAR Team for the Pit Boss 250 on May 22
Tech meets the track, as CUTEK has partnered with NASCARs Mike Harmon Racing Team for the Pit Boss 250 Race in Austin, TX, on May ...
Access Softek Research Finds Growth Opportunity for Financial Institutions via Video Chat Capabilities
The research arm of Access Softek, an omnichannel digital banking provider, recently surveyed 500 consumers about their preferences on using video chat to communicate.
NEFCU Spring Shred Fest Shreds 20 Tons
New England Federal Credit Union's (NEFCU) Spring, 2021 Shred Fest destroyed 20 tons of documents containing sensitive personal data.
ALM First Expands Mortgage Pipeline Hedging Team, Welcomes Former Fannie Mae Manager
ALM First, a strategic partner for more than 300 financial institutions nationwide, is expanding its mortgage pipeline hedging team.
Jack Henry & Associates Client Delta Community Receives Celent Model Bank Award for Retail Digital Transformation
Symitar today announced that its client, Delta Community Credit Union, received a Celent Model Bank 2021 Award for Retail Digital Transformation.
Texas Trust Credit Union Employee Wins $5,000
Xondra Berry, Member Solutions Advocate, received $5,000 for being named the inaugural Texas Trust Credit Union People Stories grand prize winner.
VisiFI Launches Design Your Branch through New Digital Banking Solution
VisiFIs new, innovative solution will help Credit Unions attract and retain younger generations by providing the digital platform they require.
Record Surge in Credit Union Member Deposits and Borrowing Kicks off 2021
A record surge in deposits and borrowing show the trust members and communities have in their credit unions.
Corporate Central Conducts Annual Meeting and Announces Board of Directors
Corporate Central held its 40th annual meeting on Thursday, May 6 as part of a co-hosted virtual event with The Wisconsin Credit Union League.
Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation Pledges $10,000 to the North Georgia Technical College Foundation
The Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation has committed to contributing $10,000 to the North Georgia Technical College Foundation.
DeepTargets 3D StoryTeller Recognized As Best Solution for Improving Operations in Bank Directors 2021 Best of FinXTech Awards
DeepTarget's 3D StoryTeller was selected as the Best Solution for Improving Operations in the 2021 Best of FinXTech Awards, powered by Bank Director.
Coastal Wealth Management Wins Three Production Awards
Coastal Wealth Management, available through CFS*, is the recipient of three Pacesetter Awards, presented by CUSO Financial Services, L.P.
NextMark Credit Union Turns Management of Its ATM Fleet over to Dolphin Debit
NextMark Credit Union has turned over operations of its ATMs to Dolphin Debit.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: October 20, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
GTE Financial Celebrates 75th International Credit Union Day By Being Selected As Tampa Bay Business Journal 2023 One Tampa Bay Honoree
Local credit union GTE Financial celebrates International Credit Union Day by being chosen as an honoree for the 2023 Tampa Bay Business Journal One Tampa ...
Elan Credit Card Celebrates International Credit Union Day, $75,000 Donated on Behalf of Credit Union Partners
(Minneapolis, MN) — To amplify the credit union movement and the value they bring to communities, Elan Credit Card (Elan) is celebrating International Credit Union ...
Service One Credit Union Announces New President and Chief Strategy Officer
Service One Credit Union, a not-for-profit member-owned financial cooperative serving South Central and Western Kentucky, is proud to announce the promotion of Justin Morris to ...
Corporate Central Gears Up for 2024 with Economic Outlook Conference Featuring Four Distinguished Presenters
Corporate Central is proud to announce the successful conclusion of its Economic Outlook Conference, a pivotal event designed to empower member credit unions with the ...
Indiana Members Credit Union Contributes $1,500 to North Central High School
Indiana Members Credit Union presented a check for $1,500 to North Central High School as part of an ongoing school spirit debit card program.