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.
MSUFCU Employees Join Filene Research Institutes i3 Innovation Program
March 17, 2021
Two MSUFCU employees were selected for Filene Research Institutes i3 program, joining more than 260 credit union industry innovators.
Sharetec Welcomed 16 New Credit Union Customers in 2020!
March 17, 2021
Sharetec is pleased to announce the addition of 16 new credit unions to its growing customer base in 2020
FAIRWINDS Credit Union Selects Access Softeks EasyVest Robo-Advisor to Help Members Build Wealth
March 17, 2021
FAIRWINDS Credit Union Selects Access Softeks EasyVest Robo-Advisor to Help Members Build Wealth
OnPath Federal Credit Union Partners with NCR Corporation to Enhance Digital Banking for Consumers and Businesses
March 17, 2021
Recently, OnPath FCU selected NCR to elevate the digital banking experience for consumers and businesses.
Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union Staff Announcements
March 17, 2021
Mark S. Cochran, President and Chief Executive Officer of Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union, is proud to announce the addition of two new team members.
Madison Investments to Add $4 BN in Fixed Income Assets in Reinhart Partners Deal
March 17, 2021
Madison Investments is acquiring the assets of Reinhart Partners fixed income business that will add more than $4 billion in assets to the firm.
Wildfire Credit Union Expands Partnership with Backbase to Redefine the Employee and Member Digital Experience
March 17, 2021
Leading Michigan credit union to adopt Backbases Customer 360 Employee Portal to empower employees and optimize member experienc
IMM, Hawthorn River Lending Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation for Community Banks
March 17, 2021
IMM, Hawthorn River Lending Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation for Community Banks
Promise Zones, Ethnic Chambers of Commerce and a Pillar in the Community
March 17, 2021
Credit unions are a pillar in their community. They arent just a branch or a building, said Todd Lane, President/CEO at California Coast CU.
Nusenda Announces Partnership to Help Underserved, Low-Income Entrepreneurs
March 17, 2021
Nusenda Credit Union announces a partnership with International District Economic Development (IDED) to support small businesses
Las Colinas Federal Credit Union Converts to KeyStone, Marking Corelation’s 21st Remote Core Conversion
March 17, 2021
Las Colinas FCU is now officially live on Corelation's KeyStone after the nearly year-long conversion project was completed start to finish remotely.
Synergent and the Irish League of Credit Unions Collaborate on Technology Strategy
March 17, 2021
Synergent and the Irish League of Credit Unions met to discuss how the credit union movement can work together to achieve better outcomes for members.
Peach State Federal Credit Union Announces the Launch of the Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation
March 17, 2021
Peach State Federal Credit Union has launched the Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Carolina-Based Sharonview FCU Chooses Elan as Credit Card Partner
March 17, 2021
Sharonview FCU and Elan have signed an exclusive agreement that will provide Sharonviews members with a suite of credit card products and services.
LenderClose Deploys HEx to Expedite, Simplify Home Equity Lending
March 17, 2021
LenderClose launches automated tech for community FIs to process home equity transactions quicker and deliver a better borrower experience
Sensibill Recognized by FinTech Breakthrough Awards Program for Personal Finance Innovation Award
March 16, 2021
Sensibill announced today that it has been selected by FinTech Breakthrough as the winner of the Personal Finance Innovation Award.
Educational Systems Federal Credit Union Donates Over 3,700 Winter Accessories and 550 Toiletry Bags
March 15, 2021
Educational Systems Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the donation of over 3,700 hats, gloves, scarves and socks and 550 toiletry bags.
TOPLINE CREDIT UNION MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES BRING COMFORT TO THOSE IN NEED
March 15, 2021
TopLines First Ever Bedding Drive Benefits Local Communities
SECU Foundation Provides $200,000 Grant for Project Addressing Student Learning Inequities
March 15, 2021
SECU Foundation has awarded a $200,000 grant to the North Carolina Education Fund in support of a new project.
Tower Federal Credit Unions VP of Information Security & ISO Joins Panel of Aronson P2B, a Shark Tank-style Tech Event
March 15, 2021
Phil Mellinger will serve as a panelist at Aronson P2B, an innovative virtual tech event similar to ABCs popular reality show, Shark Tank.
Fulton Bank Streamlines Foreign Exchange and Trade Finance Operations with Finzly FX STAR and EXIM STAR
March 15, 2021
Fulton Bank gains significant operational efficiencies in its foreign exchange initiatives through the use of Finzlys FX STAR and EXIM STAR solutions
Calderon promoted to SVP
March 15, 2021
Stacey Calderon has been promoted to SVP/Chief Lending Officer at Cherokee Strip Credit Union. Thanks in advance, for your support of this milestone.
New Hampshire FCU announces the retirement of John R. Young, President/CEO. NHFCUs Board of Directors has engaged Humanidei + ORourke to assist them with their search process.
March 15, 2021
New Hampshire Federal Credit Union announces the retirement of John R. Young, President/CEO. Mr. Young plans to retire at the conclusion of 2021.
Arizona Federal Credit Union Announces Completion of Historic Acquisition
March 15, 2021
The landmark acquisition of Pinnacle Bank by Arizona Federal Credit Union has changed the local banking landscape in the Phoenix area.
ALLIANT CREDIT UNION EXPANDS VEHICLE LEASING PROGRAM, POWERED BY CULA
March 15, 2021
Credit Union Leasing of America (CULA) is helping power the expansion of Alliant Credit Unions vehicle leasing program into Pennsylvania.
Baker Market Update: March 15, 2021 – Latte with Lester – Week in Preview
March 15, 2021
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210315-latte-with-lester/
Filene Launches Center of Excellence on Credit Union Innovation and Incubation
March 15, 2021
Filene Research Institute launches its Center of Excellence for Innovation and Incubation and welcomes Dr. Jeffrey Robinson as its research fellow.
Baker Market Update: March 12, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review
March 15, 2021
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210312-lunch-with-lester/
CreditUnions.com Announces 2021 Innovation Series Winners
March 12, 2021
Open Lending, Abe.ai, and VisiFI are the winners of CreditUnions.coms fourth?annual Innovation Series.
Trust for Credit Unions Assets Grow Nearly 4X Faster than Total Industry Investments
March 12, 2021
Assets under management in the Trust for Credit Unions (TCU) increased by 215% in 2020 compared with the industrys total investment growth of 55%.
MSUFCU Employees Join Filene Research Institutes i3 Innovation Program
March 17, 2021
Two MSUFCU employees were selected for Filene Research Institutes i3 program, joining more than 260 credit union industry innovators.
Sharetec Welcomed 16 New Credit Union Customers in 2020!
March 17, 2021
Sharetec is pleased to announce the addition of 16 new credit unions to its growing customer base in 2020
FAIRWINDS Credit Union Selects Access Softeks EasyVest Robo-Advisor to Help Members Build Wealth
March 17, 2021
FAIRWINDS Credit Union Selects Access Softeks EasyVest Robo-Advisor to Help Members Build Wealth
OnPath Federal Credit Union Partners with NCR Corporation to Enhance Digital Banking for Consumers and Businesses
March 17, 2021
Recently, OnPath FCU selected NCR to elevate the digital banking experience for consumers and businesses.
Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union Staff Announcements
March 17, 2021
Mark S. Cochran, President and Chief Executive Officer of Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union, is proud to announce the addition of two new team members.
Madison Investments to Add $4 BN in Fixed Income Assets in Reinhart Partners Deal
March 17, 2021
Madison Investments is acquiring the assets of Reinhart Partners fixed income business that will add more than $4 billion in assets to the firm.
Wildfire Credit Union Expands Partnership with Backbase to Redefine the Employee and Member Digital Experience
March 17, 2021
Leading Michigan credit union to adopt Backbases Customer 360 Employee Portal to empower employees and optimize member experienc
IMM, Hawthorn River Lending Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation for Community Banks
March 17, 2021
IMM, Hawthorn River Lending Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation for Community Banks
Promise Zones, Ethnic Chambers of Commerce and a Pillar in the Community
March 17, 2021
Credit unions are a pillar in their community. They arent just a branch or a building, said Todd Lane, President/CEO at California Coast CU.
Nusenda Announces Partnership to Help Underserved, Low-Income Entrepreneurs
March 17, 2021
Nusenda Credit Union announces a partnership with International District Economic Development (IDED) to support small businesses
Las Colinas Federal Credit Union Converts to KeyStone, Marking Corelation’s 21st Remote Core Conversion
March 17, 2021
Las Colinas FCU is now officially live on Corelation's KeyStone after the nearly year-long conversion project was completed start to finish remotely.
Synergent and the Irish League of Credit Unions Collaborate on Technology Strategy
March 17, 2021
Synergent and the Irish League of Credit Unions met to discuss how the credit union movement can work together to achieve better outcomes for members.
Peach State Federal Credit Union Announces the Launch of the Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation
March 17, 2021
Peach State Federal Credit Union has launched the Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Carolina-Based Sharonview FCU Chooses Elan as Credit Card Partner
March 17, 2021
Sharonview FCU and Elan have signed an exclusive agreement that will provide Sharonviews members with a suite of credit card products and services.
LenderClose Deploys HEx to Expedite, Simplify Home Equity Lending
March 17, 2021
LenderClose launches automated tech for community FIs to process home equity transactions quicker and deliver a better borrower experience
Sensibill Recognized by FinTech Breakthrough Awards Program for Personal Finance Innovation Award
March 16, 2021
Sensibill announced today that it has been selected by FinTech Breakthrough as the winner of the Personal Finance Innovation Award.
Educational Systems Federal Credit Union Donates Over 3,700 Winter Accessories and 550 Toiletry Bags
March 15, 2021
Educational Systems Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the donation of over 3,700 hats, gloves, scarves and socks and 550 toiletry bags.
TOPLINE CREDIT UNION MEMBERS AND EMPLOYEES BRING COMFORT TO THOSE IN NEED
March 15, 2021
TopLines First Ever Bedding Drive Benefits Local Communities
SECU Foundation Provides $200,000 Grant for Project Addressing Student Learning Inequities
March 15, 2021
SECU Foundation has awarded a $200,000 grant to the North Carolina Education Fund in support of a new project.
Tower Federal Credit Unions VP of Information Security & ISO Joins Panel of Aronson P2B, a Shark Tank-style Tech Event
March 15, 2021
Phil Mellinger will serve as a panelist at Aronson P2B, an innovative virtual tech event similar to ABCs popular reality show, Shark Tank.
Fulton Bank Streamlines Foreign Exchange and Trade Finance Operations with Finzly FX STAR and EXIM STAR
March 15, 2021
Fulton Bank gains significant operational efficiencies in its foreign exchange initiatives through the use of Finzlys FX STAR and EXIM STAR solutions
Calderon promoted to SVP
March 15, 2021
Stacey Calderon has been promoted to SVP/Chief Lending Officer at Cherokee Strip Credit Union. Thanks in advance, for your support of this milestone.
New Hampshire FCU announces the retirement of John R. Young, President/CEO. NHFCUs Board of Directors has engaged Humanidei + ORourke to assist them with their search process.
March 15, 2021
New Hampshire Federal Credit Union announces the retirement of John R. Young, President/CEO. Mr. Young plans to retire at the conclusion of 2021.
Arizona Federal Credit Union Announces Completion of Historic Acquisition
March 15, 2021
The landmark acquisition of Pinnacle Bank by Arizona Federal Credit Union has changed the local banking landscape in the Phoenix area.
ALLIANT CREDIT UNION EXPANDS VEHICLE LEASING PROGRAM, POWERED BY CULA
March 15, 2021
Credit Union Leasing of America (CULA) is helping power the expansion of Alliant Credit Unions vehicle leasing program into Pennsylvania.
Baker Market Update: March 15, 2021 – Latte with Lester – Week in Preview
March 15, 2021
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210315-latte-with-lester/
Filene Launches Center of Excellence on Credit Union Innovation and Incubation
March 15, 2021
Filene Research Institute launches its Center of Excellence for Innovation and Incubation and welcomes Dr. Jeffrey Robinson as its research fellow.
Baker Market Update: March 12, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review
March 15, 2021
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210312-lunch-with-lester/
CreditUnions.com Announces 2021 Innovation Series Winners
March 12, 2021
Open Lending, Abe.ai, and VisiFI are the winners of CreditUnions.coms fourth?annual Innovation Series.
Trust for Credit Unions Assets Grow Nearly 4X Faster than Total Industry Investments
March 12, 2021
Assets under management in the Trust for Credit Unions (TCU) increased by 215% in 2020 compared with the industrys total investment growth of 55%.
Redwood Credit Union Recognized by Forbes as One of “America’s Best Small Employers 2023”
Redwood Credit Union
August 16, 2023
Redwood Credit Union has been named by Forbes as one of “America’s Best Small Employers 2023.”
UMassFive Introduces New Rewards Program for Checking Accounts
UMassFive College Federal Credit Union
August 15, 2023
UMassFive—the best Credit Union in the Valley for 17 consecutive years*—is pleased to announce the latest enhancement to their checking accounts with the launch of ...
TOWERCARES FOUNDATION AWARDS $150,000 IN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
Tower Federal Credit Union
August 15, 2023
Thirty college students studying STEM-related fields each received a $5,000 scholarship from the TowerCares Foundation. More than half of this year’s winners have parents who ...
1st United Credit Union Named a Greater Bay Area Top Workplace for the 5th Year
1st United Credit Union
August 15, 2023
1st United Credit Union is excited to announce that they have been awarded a Top Workplaces 2023 honor by San Francisco Bay Area Top Workplaces.
Education Foundation for California Schools Raises $152,668 During Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
August 14, 2023
The Education Foundation for California Schools, a non-profit organization created by SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and the Orange County Department of Education, today announced that ...
Christian Financial Outreach & Impact Foundation awards $7,500 in grants to area nonprofits
Christian Financial Credit Union
August 14, 2023
Christian Financial Outreach & Impact Foundation awards $7,500 in grants to area nonprofits In second-largest grant distribution, Foundation elevates youth-focused and quality of life nonprofit ...