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: February 12, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review
February 16, 2021
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210212-lunch-with-lester/
eDOC and CompuSource Launch Integrated eSign Solution
February 16, 2021
eDOC and CompuSource rolled out their eSignature integration in keeping with the core's desire to provide highest value in core processing.
ARTS ADVENTURES PROGRAM IN ACTION WITH PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS UMMA AND UMS
February 16, 2021
UMCUs Arts Adventures sponsors extraordinary arts-programming and experiences to thousands of Southeast Michigan community members.
CO-OP Financial Services Unveils THINK 21 Virtual Services ‘Rethink Everything’
February 16, 2021
CO-OP Financial Services kicks off its THINK 21 Virtual series on April 13 under the theme Rethink Everything.
PSECU Receives Top Honors, International Recognition for Marketing Efforts
February 16, 2021
PSECU was recently presented with 11 MarCom Awards for submissions made to the annual, international competition.
ECTC, Abound Credit Union Partner to Launch Military Education Association
February 11, 2021
ECTC's Military Education Association, sponsored by Abound Credit Union, is an exciting new opportunity to support the colleges nearly 400 military and veteran students.
ELGA Credit Union Chooses Access Softeks EasyVest Robo-Advisor
February 11, 2021
Access Softek, Inc. announced that ELGA Credit Union will now offer its EasyVest robo-advisor.
Promontory MortgagePath Appoints Savita Ilango as Chief Financial Officer
February 11, 2021
Promontory MortgagePath LLC announced today it has hired Savita Ilango as chief financial officer.
Sundie Seefried Chooses to End Career as CEO to Lead New Cannabis Company
February 11, 2021
Sundie Seefried will be ending her 20-year career as CEO of Partner Colorado Credit Union to become the CEO of a new cannabis banking company ...
CUES to Honor Credit Unions Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Efforts through new DEI: Catalyst for Change Award
February 11, 2021
CUES is set to recognize and celebrate the diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts of credit unions through the new DEI: Catalyst for Change Award.
PSCU to Offer Installment Payments Solution
February 11, 2021
PSCU announced it will soon offer a new Installment Payments solution, with a buy-now, pay-later installment plan.
Open Architecture Leads Fort Community Credit Union to Select Corelation’s KeyStone Core
February 11, 2021
As Fort Community explored KeyStones capabilities, it was apparent the systems More in the Core features could cut out numerous manual processes.
BCU Members Surpass $1 Million In HomeAdvantage® Savings In 2020
February 11, 2021
With a record $1.6B in first mortgage originations, BCUs commitment to fulfilling member borrowing needs continues stronger than ever.
Christian Community Credit Union Members Donate Over $25,000 Worth of Reward Points
February 11, 2021
Christian Community Credit Union gave $25,400 to missions and ministry projects, made possible by members, who donated their credit card points.
Rick DeLisi Joins Glia as Lead Research Analyst for Digital Customer Service
February 11, 2021
Co-author Rick DeLisi joined Glia as lead research analyst for Digital Customer Service. In addition, Glia experienced substantial growth in 2020.
BasisBank partners with Backbase to deliver hyper-personalized experiences to Retail & SME customers
February 11, 2021
Leading Georgian bank will adopt Backbases Engagement Banking platform to disrupt local market by scaling up its innovation capabilities
FREEDOM 1ST CREDIT UNION (DAYTON, OHIO) ENDS 2020 WITH FIVE CONSECUTIVE YEARS OF MEMBERSHIP GROWTH
February 11, 2021
Freedom 1st Credit Union, a $50 million credit union, announced that it ended 2020 with its fifth consecutive year of membership growth.
Tower Federal Credit Union Launches New Pennies for Change Program to Help Local Military Heroes and Children in Need
February 9, 2021
Tower FCU will donate up to $250,000 to the TowerCares Foundation in 2021 through the credit unions new Pennies for Change program.
SkyPoint Federal Credit Union Introduces ClickSWITCH For New Member Onboarding
February 9, 2021
To help new members onboard into new checking accounts, SkyPoint Federal Credit Union has implemented a new internet-based technology: ClickSWITCH
Elan Partners Offer New Visa Business Expense Management Tool for Business Owner Cardmembers
February 9, 2021
Elan partners with business owner cardmembers have gotten an upgrade with Visa business cards.
PSECU Launches Technology-Based Campus Ambassador Initiative with Partner SocialLadder
February 9, 2021
PSECU has launched a new campus ambassador initiative partnering with SocialLadder.
SECU Enhances Digital Banking Experience with New Virtual Financial Center
February 9, 2021
SECU, Marylands largest state chartered credit union, recently launched a new Virtual Financial Center, an enhanced digital banking experience.
eDOC and CU-Centric Complete eSign Integration Project
February 9, 2021
eDOC and CU-Centric core processor roll out an integrated eSign solution for CU-Centric clients, providing mobile conveniences at a great value.
Maine Credit Unions Reach Fundraising Milestone in Fight to End Hunger
February 9, 2021
Maine Credit Unions' Campaign for Ending Hunger announced it raised a record-breaking $969,775 in 2020 to combat hunger statewide.
PSECU Supports Pink Zone for Sixth Consecutive Year
February 9, 2021
PSECU proudly sponsors the 14th annual Pink Zone event, scheduled for February 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon.
ICUS Partners with CBS to Bring the Power of Cooperative Loan Portfolio Services to Credit Unions
February 9, 2021
ICUS is pleased to announce its partnership with CBS, empowering credit unions with the opportunity to access cooperative loan portfolio services.
PSECU Supports Pink Zone for Sixth Consecutive Year
February 9, 2021
PSECU proudly sponsors the 14th annual Pink Zone event, scheduled for February 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon.
Lead Bank Taps Finzlys Award-Winning Payment Hub to Modernize its Payment Capabilities
February 9, 2021
Finzly announced today that Lead Bank has implemented Finzlys Payment Hub to enhance the banks payment and digital capabilities
Indiana Members Credit Union Celebrates CEO’s Birthday by Giving Back to Those in Need
February 9, 2021
Indiana Members Credit Union Gives Back Food Drive donated over 2,000 pounds of food to local food pantries this holiday season.
Indiana Members Credit Union Celebrates CEO’s Birthday by Giving Back to Those in Need
February 9, 2021
Indiana Members Credit Union Gives Back Food Drive donated over 2,000 pounds of food to 18 local food pantries this holiday season.
Baker Market Update: February 12, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review
February 16, 2021
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210212-lunch-with-lester/
eDOC and CompuSource Launch Integrated eSign Solution
February 16, 2021
eDOC and CompuSource rolled out their eSignature integration in keeping with the core's desire to provide highest value in core processing.
ARTS ADVENTURES PROGRAM IN ACTION WITH PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS UMMA AND UMS
February 16, 2021
UMCUs Arts Adventures sponsors extraordinary arts-programming and experiences to thousands of Southeast Michigan community members.
CO-OP Financial Services Unveils THINK 21 Virtual Services ‘Rethink Everything’
February 16, 2021
CO-OP Financial Services kicks off its THINK 21 Virtual series on April 13 under the theme Rethink Everything.
PSECU Receives Top Honors, International Recognition for Marketing Efforts
February 16, 2021
PSECU was recently presented with 11 MarCom Awards for submissions made to the annual, international competition.
ECTC, Abound Credit Union Partner to Launch Military Education Association
February 11, 2021
ECTC's Military Education Association, sponsored by Abound Credit Union, is an exciting new opportunity to support the colleges nearly 400 military and veteran students.
ELGA Credit Union Chooses Access Softeks EasyVest Robo-Advisor
February 11, 2021
Access Softek, Inc. announced that ELGA Credit Union will now offer its EasyVest robo-advisor.
Promontory MortgagePath Appoints Savita Ilango as Chief Financial Officer
February 11, 2021
Promontory MortgagePath LLC announced today it has hired Savita Ilango as chief financial officer.
Sundie Seefried Chooses to End Career as CEO to Lead New Cannabis Company
February 11, 2021
Sundie Seefried will be ending her 20-year career as CEO of Partner Colorado Credit Union to become the CEO of a new cannabis banking company ...
CUES to Honor Credit Unions Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Efforts through new DEI: Catalyst for Change Award
February 11, 2021
CUES is set to recognize and celebrate the diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts of credit unions through the new DEI: Catalyst for Change Award.
PSCU to Offer Installment Payments Solution
February 11, 2021
PSCU announced it will soon offer a new Installment Payments solution, with a buy-now, pay-later installment plan.
Open Architecture Leads Fort Community Credit Union to Select Corelation’s KeyStone Core
February 11, 2021
As Fort Community explored KeyStones capabilities, it was apparent the systems More in the Core features could cut out numerous manual processes.
BCU Members Surpass $1 Million In HomeAdvantage® Savings In 2020
February 11, 2021
With a record $1.6B in first mortgage originations, BCUs commitment to fulfilling member borrowing needs continues stronger than ever.
Christian Community Credit Union Members Donate Over $25,000 Worth of Reward Points
February 11, 2021
Christian Community Credit Union gave $25,400 to missions and ministry projects, made possible by members, who donated their credit card points.
Rick DeLisi Joins Glia as Lead Research Analyst for Digital Customer Service
February 11, 2021
Co-author Rick DeLisi joined Glia as lead research analyst for Digital Customer Service. In addition, Glia experienced substantial growth in 2020.
BasisBank partners with Backbase to deliver hyper-personalized experiences to Retail & SME customers
February 11, 2021
Leading Georgian bank will adopt Backbases Engagement Banking platform to disrupt local market by scaling up its innovation capabilities
FREEDOM 1ST CREDIT UNION (DAYTON, OHIO) ENDS 2020 WITH FIVE CONSECUTIVE YEARS OF MEMBERSHIP GROWTH
February 11, 2021
Freedom 1st Credit Union, a $50 million credit union, announced that it ended 2020 with its fifth consecutive year of membership growth.
Tower Federal Credit Union Launches New Pennies for Change Program to Help Local Military Heroes and Children in Need
February 9, 2021
Tower FCU will donate up to $250,000 to the TowerCares Foundation in 2021 through the credit unions new Pennies for Change program.
SkyPoint Federal Credit Union Introduces ClickSWITCH For New Member Onboarding
February 9, 2021
To help new members onboard into new checking accounts, SkyPoint Federal Credit Union has implemented a new internet-based technology: ClickSWITCH
Elan Partners Offer New Visa Business Expense Management Tool for Business Owner Cardmembers
February 9, 2021
Elan partners with business owner cardmembers have gotten an upgrade with Visa business cards.
PSECU Launches Technology-Based Campus Ambassador Initiative with Partner SocialLadder
February 9, 2021
PSECU has launched a new campus ambassador initiative partnering with SocialLadder.
SECU Enhances Digital Banking Experience with New Virtual Financial Center
February 9, 2021
SECU, Marylands largest state chartered credit union, recently launched a new Virtual Financial Center, an enhanced digital banking experience.
eDOC and CU-Centric Complete eSign Integration Project
February 9, 2021
eDOC and CU-Centric core processor roll out an integrated eSign solution for CU-Centric clients, providing mobile conveniences at a great value.
Maine Credit Unions Reach Fundraising Milestone in Fight to End Hunger
February 9, 2021
Maine Credit Unions' Campaign for Ending Hunger announced it raised a record-breaking $969,775 in 2020 to combat hunger statewide.
PSECU Supports Pink Zone for Sixth Consecutive Year
February 9, 2021
PSECU proudly sponsors the 14th annual Pink Zone event, scheduled for February 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon.
ICUS Partners with CBS to Bring the Power of Cooperative Loan Portfolio Services to Credit Unions
February 9, 2021
ICUS is pleased to announce its partnership with CBS, empowering credit unions with the opportunity to access cooperative loan portfolio services.
PSECU Supports Pink Zone for Sixth Consecutive Year
February 9, 2021
PSECU proudly sponsors the 14th annual Pink Zone event, scheduled for February 10 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon.
Lead Bank Taps Finzlys Award-Winning Payment Hub to Modernize its Payment Capabilities
February 9, 2021
Finzly announced today that Lead Bank has implemented Finzlys Payment Hub to enhance the banks payment and digital capabilities
Indiana Members Credit Union Celebrates CEO’s Birthday by Giving Back to Those in Need
February 9, 2021
Indiana Members Credit Union Gives Back Food Drive donated over 2,000 pounds of food to local food pantries this holiday season.
Indiana Members Credit Union Celebrates CEO’s Birthday by Giving Back to Those in Need
February 9, 2021
Indiana Members Credit Union Gives Back Food Drive donated over 2,000 pounds of food to 18 local food pantries this holiday season.
Education Foundation for California Schools Raises $152,668 During Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
August 14, 2023
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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
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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 ...
SafeAmerica Credit Union Announces New Regional Branch Manager
SafeAmerica Credit Union
August 11, 2023
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SafeAmerica Credit Union announces their new Regional Branch Manager, Melinda Santa Cruz.
25 Credit Unions and Community Banks Now Live with Eltropy’s AI Technology
Eltropy
August 11, 2023
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More than 25 credit union and community bank customers—including ACFCU, Barksdale Federal Credit Union, Eglin FCU, Financial Edge, First Credit Union, Highmark Federal Credit Union, ...
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: August 11, 2023
The Baker Group, LP
August 11, 2023
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Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Corporate Central Welcomes Ken Pardon as Senior Software Engineer
Corporate Central Credit Union
August 10, 2023
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Corporate Central is pleased to announce and welcome Ken Pardon as a Senior Software Engineer. In this role, Pardon will deliver business process improvements and ...