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.
Partnership Between Sherpa Technologies and Juniper Payments Will Offer Real-Time Payments Solution
The two organizations are working to extend real-time payment functionality available from The Clearing Houses RTP® network.
CUES Welcomes Jennifer Binkley and Tiffany Ford to its Board of Directors
Jennifer Binkley, CCE, President/CEO, Altura Credit Union & Tiffany Ford, President/CEO, University of Michigan Credit Union joined the CUES board.
CuneXus Study Reports Improved Loan Portfolio Growth for Participating Credit Unions
CuneXus found credit unions experienced a 17.3% increase in average number of loans granted over a 12-month period after implementing its product.
Community groups reap the benefits of credit unions Concern for Community initiative
Spring is a time of renewal and revitalization. With that in mind, TruMark Financial® Credit Union donated gardening supplies to local organizations
CuneXus Study Reports Improved Loan Portfolio Growth for Participating Credit Unions
CuneXus announced a study that credit unions experienced a 17.3% increase in average number of loans within one year of implementing its product.
Arlington Mayors Proclamation Honors Texas Trust CEO Jim Minge
During a surprise ceremony at Texas Trust, Jeff Williams, Mayor of Arlington, issued a proclamation to celebrate and recognize CEO, Jim Minge.
Bay Federal Credit Union Welcomes Aaron Ikezawa as Card Services Manager
Bay Federal Credit Union has announced that Aaron Ikezawa as joined the organization as their new Card Services Manager.
OCCU announces 2021 board officers, new supervisory committee members
OCCU announces 2021 board officers, new supervisory committee members (with photo links).
Cirrus Supports Pursuit In Bringing Financial Assistance To Small Businesses Through Queens Small Business Grant Program
Pursuit leverages Cirrus secure document collection and collaboration portal as a key component of the NYC-based Queens Small Business Grant Program.
Alaska USA Hosts Vaccine Clinic for Employees
Alaska USA Hosts Vaccine Clinic for Employees in Anchorage, Alaska.
UMassFive Collecting Personal Care Items for Local Survival Centers
During the month of May, the Hadley and Northampton Branches of UMassFive are holding a Personal Care Items Drive to benefit Survival Centers.
eCU Technology Announces May & June Webinars on Driving Digital Growth
Community financial institutions of all sizes are invited to register for eCU Technology's free, informative webinar series.
Marine Credit Union Foundations Majel Hein receives Gov. Evers Financial Literacy Legacy Award
Wisconsin Governor Evers recognized Majel Hein, Senior Financial Literacy Counselor with the Marine Credit Union Foundation, with a legacy award.
ALM First Surpasses $55 Billion in Assets Under Management
ALM First, a strategic partner for more than 300 financial institutions nationwide, recently surpassed $55 billion in assets under management.
Baker Market Update: May 3, 2021 – Latte with Lester – Week in Preview
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210503-latte-with-lester/
ELGA CU Opens Its Doors in Grand Blanc
ELGA Credit Union celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its 14th branch location on Friday, April 23rd.
Grant from SECU Foundation to Help Non-Profit Expand Services for Onslow County Families
SECU Foundation recently awarded a $40,000 Mission Development Grant to a local Jacksonville non-profit One Place.
Joe Liethen named senior vice president of accounting and finance
Marine Credit Union recently announced the promotion of Joe Liethen to senior vice president of finance and accounting.
Shareholders, Regulators Approve United Federal Credit Union And Edgewater Bank Partnership
The partnership between United Federal Credit Union and Edgewater Bank has received final approval from both shareholders and federal regulators.
Shondra Houde of Canvas Credit Union becomes President of the Rocky Mountain Chapter of Mountain West Credit Union Association
From Treasurer to President, Shondra will lead the chapter to new heights of credit union advocacy
University FCU Enables Member Account Access via BIG’s FIVE Voice Banking Platform
University FCU has received Amazon certification for its first voice banking application hosted on BIGs FIVE Conversational Banking Platform.
Baker Market Update: April 30, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210430-lunch-with-lester/
ELGA Credit Union Raises $4,659 for Childrens Miracle Network during Childrens Hospital Week
ELGA Credit Union (ELGA) celebrated Childrens Hospital Week by raising $4,659 to benefit Hurley Childrens Hospital and Children's Miracle Network.
BECUs Annual Report Highlights Commitment to Employees, Members and Communities
BECU will celebrate the release of its 2020 Annual Report with its members and communities during its fifth annual Member Summit event on April 29.
Change is Inevitable, Dont Be a Commodity
Change will happen and its neither good or bad by itself, its how we react to it that matters."
Corelation Successfully Hosts First-Ever CEO & CTO Virtual Forum
More than 450 attendees gathered virtually for San Diego-based credit union core processor Corelations first-ever CEO & CTO Forum April 20-21, 2021.
Connect FSS Announces Investment from Credit Union of Denver
Credit Union of Denver makes an investment in Connect Financial Software Solutions, joining five other credit union owners the CUSO.
Stride Bank Funded on a $15 Million Credit Facility to Help Pipeline Inspection Company Manage Cash Flow, Sourced Through Jack Henrys Accounts Receivable Financing Program
Stride Bank has leveraged Jack Henry Lendings accounts receivable (A/R) financing program, BussinesManager, to fund a $15 million facility.
United Federal Credit Union Names Two New Branch Managers at Marion, Ohio Locations
United Federal Credit Union has named two new branch managers to lead its Marion, Ohio locations.
Carl Clark Named Senior Consultant, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Humanidei & ORourke
Humanidei + ORourke is proud to announce that Carl Clark will join the company as Senior Consultant: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Partnership Between Sherpa Technologies and Juniper Payments Will Offer Real-Time Payments Solution
The two organizations are working to extend real-time payment functionality available from The Clearing Houses RTP® network.
CUES Welcomes Jennifer Binkley and Tiffany Ford to its Board of Directors
Jennifer Binkley, CCE, President/CEO, Altura Credit Union & Tiffany Ford, President/CEO, University of Michigan Credit Union joined the CUES board.
CuneXus Study Reports Improved Loan Portfolio Growth for Participating Credit Unions
CuneXus found credit unions experienced a 17.3% increase in average number of loans granted over a 12-month period after implementing its product.
Community groups reap the benefits of credit unions Concern for Community initiative
Spring is a time of renewal and revitalization. With that in mind, TruMark Financial® Credit Union donated gardening supplies to local organizations
CuneXus Study Reports Improved Loan Portfolio Growth for Participating Credit Unions
CuneXus announced a study that credit unions experienced a 17.3% increase in average number of loans within one year of implementing its product.
Arlington Mayors Proclamation Honors Texas Trust CEO Jim Minge
During a surprise ceremony at Texas Trust, Jeff Williams, Mayor of Arlington, issued a proclamation to celebrate and recognize CEO, Jim Minge.
Bay Federal Credit Union Welcomes Aaron Ikezawa as Card Services Manager
Bay Federal Credit Union has announced that Aaron Ikezawa as joined the organization as their new Card Services Manager.
OCCU announces 2021 board officers, new supervisory committee members
OCCU announces 2021 board officers, new supervisory committee members (with photo links).
Cirrus Supports Pursuit In Bringing Financial Assistance To Small Businesses Through Queens Small Business Grant Program
Pursuit leverages Cirrus secure document collection and collaboration portal as a key component of the NYC-based Queens Small Business Grant Program.
Alaska USA Hosts Vaccine Clinic for Employees
Alaska USA Hosts Vaccine Clinic for Employees in Anchorage, Alaska.
UMassFive Collecting Personal Care Items for Local Survival Centers
During the month of May, the Hadley and Northampton Branches of UMassFive are holding a Personal Care Items Drive to benefit Survival Centers.
eCU Technology Announces May & June Webinars on Driving Digital Growth
Community financial institutions of all sizes are invited to register for eCU Technology's free, informative webinar series.
Marine Credit Union Foundations Majel Hein receives Gov. Evers Financial Literacy Legacy Award
Wisconsin Governor Evers recognized Majel Hein, Senior Financial Literacy Counselor with the Marine Credit Union Foundation, with a legacy award.
ALM First Surpasses $55 Billion in Assets Under Management
ALM First, a strategic partner for more than 300 financial institutions nationwide, recently surpassed $55 billion in assets under management.
Baker Market Update: May 3, 2021 – Latte with Lester – Week in Preview
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210503-latte-with-lester/
ELGA CU Opens Its Doors in Grand Blanc
ELGA Credit Union celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of its 14th branch location on Friday, April 23rd.
Grant from SECU Foundation to Help Non-Profit Expand Services for Onslow County Families
SECU Foundation recently awarded a $40,000 Mission Development Grant to a local Jacksonville non-profit One Place.
Joe Liethen named senior vice president of accounting and finance
Marine Credit Union recently announced the promotion of Joe Liethen to senior vice president of finance and accounting.
Shareholders, Regulators Approve United Federal Credit Union And Edgewater Bank Partnership
The partnership between United Federal Credit Union and Edgewater Bank has received final approval from both shareholders and federal regulators.
Shondra Houde of Canvas Credit Union becomes President of the Rocky Mountain Chapter of Mountain West Credit Union Association
From Treasurer to President, Shondra will lead the chapter to new heights of credit union advocacy
University FCU Enables Member Account Access via BIG’s FIVE Voice Banking Platform
University FCU has received Amazon certification for its first voice banking application hosted on BIGs FIVE Conversational Banking Platform.
Baker Market Update: April 30, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210430-lunch-with-lester/
ELGA Credit Union Raises $4,659 for Childrens Miracle Network during Childrens Hospital Week
ELGA Credit Union (ELGA) celebrated Childrens Hospital Week by raising $4,659 to benefit Hurley Childrens Hospital and Children's Miracle Network.
BECUs Annual Report Highlights Commitment to Employees, Members and Communities
BECU will celebrate the release of its 2020 Annual Report with its members and communities during its fifth annual Member Summit event on April 29.
Change is Inevitable, Dont Be a Commodity
Change will happen and its neither good or bad by itself, its how we react to it that matters."
Corelation Successfully Hosts First-Ever CEO & CTO Virtual Forum
More than 450 attendees gathered virtually for San Diego-based credit union core processor Corelations first-ever CEO & CTO Forum April 20-21, 2021.
Connect FSS Announces Investment from Credit Union of Denver
Credit Union of Denver makes an investment in Connect Financial Software Solutions, joining five other credit union owners the CUSO.
Stride Bank Funded on a $15 Million Credit Facility to Help Pipeline Inspection Company Manage Cash Flow, Sourced Through Jack Henrys Accounts Receivable Financing Program
Stride Bank has leveraged Jack Henry Lendings accounts receivable (A/R) financing program, BussinesManager, to fund a $15 million facility.
United Federal Credit Union Names Two New Branch Managers at Marion, Ohio Locations
United Federal Credit Union has named two new branch managers to lead its Marion, Ohio locations.
Carl Clark Named Senior Consultant, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Humanidei & ORourke
Humanidei + ORourke is proud to announce that Carl Clark will join the company as Senior Consultant: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Corporate Central Employees Make a Difference at Hope Center
Corporate Central demonstrated its commitment to community service and philanthropy last week as eight dedicated employees volunteered their time at the Hope Center in Waukesha, ...
SECU Foundation and North Carolina Coastal Federation Collaborate to Protect Coastal Communities
SECU Foundation and North Carolina Coastal Federation (NCCF) are teaming up to help protect and enhance five North Carolina coastal communities through a three-year expansion ...
Eltropy Collaborates with Jack Henry’s Banno Digital Banking Platform
Eltropy, a leading digital conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), announced today that Eltropy’s Digital Conversations Platform is now accessible through the Jack Henry™ ...
BECU’s 10th Annual People Helping People Awards Program Grants $525,000 to Member-Nominated Nonprofits
After receiving nearly 900 nominations, last night BECU honored nonprofit organizations and BECU members at its annual People Helping People Awards. For the first time ...
Corporate Central Welcomes Danielle Carter as Risk & Compliance Coordinator
Corporate Central is pleased to announce and welcome Danielle Carter as a Risk & Compliance Coordinator. In this role, Carter will coordinate third party risk ...
BECU Announces Drew Wolff as Chief Financial Officer
BECU, the country’s fourth-largest credit union, today announced it has welcomed Drew Wolff as executive vice president and chief financial officer (CFO). In his role, ...