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.
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%.
PSCU and Allied Solutions Partner to Provide Delinquency Management Services
March 12, 2021
PSCU and Allied Solutions have partnered to provide financial institutions with single-source delinquency management services and support.
Clearview Federal Credit Union announces new Vice President of Lending
March 12, 2021
Clearview Federal Credit Union, Pittsburghs largest credit union, has hired Dustin Holmberg to serve as its new Vice President of Lending. The positi
Dr. Russell Anderson Joins JUDI.AI as Chief Credit Scientist
March 12, 2021
Dr. Russell Anderson has joined JUDI.AI as Chief Credit Scientist. He will drive the data science strategy behind our credit risk models and analytics
PSECU Gift Supports NICU Patients at Penn State Childrens Hospital
March 10, 2021
PSECU has committed $10,000 to Childrens Miracle Network to purchase equipment that brings comfort to babies in Penn State Children's Hospital.
Redstone Federal Credit Union Expands Partnership with NCR Corporation to Enhance Business Banking
March 10, 2021
Redstone Federal Credit Union has selected NCR to provide a more seamless, comprehensive business banking experience for its members.
Wescom “Springs” for Free Coffee on Daylight Saving Day
March 10, 2021
Part of its #WescomKindness initiative, Wescom Credit Union will offer Southern Californians a free cup of Coffee on Daylight Savings Day this Sunday.
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%.
PSCU and Allied Solutions Partner to Provide Delinquency Management Services
March 12, 2021
PSCU and Allied Solutions have partnered to provide financial institutions with single-source delinquency management services and support.
Clearview Federal Credit Union announces new Vice President of Lending
March 12, 2021
Clearview Federal Credit Union, Pittsburghs largest credit union, has hired Dustin Holmberg to serve as its new Vice President of Lending. The positi
Dr. Russell Anderson Joins JUDI.AI as Chief Credit Scientist
March 12, 2021
Dr. Russell Anderson has joined JUDI.AI as Chief Credit Scientist. He will drive the data science strategy behind our credit risk models and analytics
PSECU Gift Supports NICU Patients at Penn State Childrens Hospital
March 10, 2021
PSECU has committed $10,000 to Childrens Miracle Network to purchase equipment that brings comfort to babies in Penn State Children's Hospital.
Redstone Federal Credit Union Expands Partnership with NCR Corporation to Enhance Business Banking
March 10, 2021
Redstone Federal Credit Union has selected NCR to provide a more seamless, comprehensive business banking experience for its members.
Wescom “Springs” for Free Coffee on Daylight Saving Day
March 10, 2021
Part of its #WescomKindness initiative, Wescom Credit Union will offer Southern Californians a free cup of Coffee on Daylight Savings Day this Sunday.
TopLine Financial Credit Union Members And Employees Help Youth Prepare For A Successful Back To School Season
TopLine Financial Credit Union
September 13, 2023
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TopLine held their 20th Annual School Supply Drive that benefited local non-profits, Avenues for Youth, Community Emergency Assistance Programs (CEAP) and Keystone Community Services. TopLine ...
Brittany Poe Earns NCBSO Designation, Demonstrating Commitment to Financial Security
Corporate Central Credit Union
September 13, 2023
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Corporate Central is proud to announce that Brittany Poe, BSACS, Risk & Compliance Coordinator, has earned the prestigious NAFCU Certified Bank Secrecy Officer (NCBSO) designation, ...
Abound Credit Union Partners with Arkatechture
Arkatechture
September 12, 2023
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Abound Credit Union has partnered up with Arkatechture CUSO to achieve a single source of truth to better understand their membership.
Day Air Credit Union Welcomes Pat Koons as Financial Advisor to Expand Member Financial Services
Day Air Credit Union
September 12, 2023
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Day Air Credit Union is excited to announce the newest addition to their team, Pat Koons, who will be joining as a Financial Advisor. With ...
Eltropy Hosts Leadership Summit at Sundance, UT, Spotlighting AI’s Transformative Role in Community FIs
Eltropy
September 12, 2023
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Eltropy, the leading digital conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), kicked off its highly anticipated second annual Leadership Summit at the picturesque Sundance Resort ...
SAFEchild Awarded $500,000 Grant from SECU Foundation for New Child Advocacy and Resource Center
State Employees’ Credit Union
September 12, 2023
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Wake County non-profit SAFEchild was recently awarded a $500,000 grant from SECU Foundation to help expand its programs through the construction of a new child ...