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: March 5, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210305-lunch-with-lester/
Frontwave CMO Todd Kern Named to Newest Filene i3 Program
Frontwave is proud to announce that its CMO, Todd Kern, has been selected as one of 23 credit union leaders to join the latest Filene ...
POPi/o Video Banking Rises To Record 2020 Growth & Continued Advancements
Video banking leader hits its stride with growing adoption of virtual banking, achieving record momentum with new bank and credit union customers
Depreciation Protection Adds $1.4B in New Client Assets
Credit unions in five states add member protections; continued record growth.
Cirrus Announces Strategic Partnership With Manifesto
Cirrus announces a capital investment from Portland and Milwaukee-based branding agency Manifesto, coinciding with a corporate branding campaign.
DEI Leads Future Branches Think Tank Event
DEI to discuss insights leading branch transformation at a virtual conference to be held March 30-31, 2021.
Next Step Enhances Its Fintech Consulting Model in Response to a Record Number of Core and Digital Banking System Evaluations Being Launched
Next Step Explains How Its Fintech Consulting Model Is Delivering Optimal Client Collaboration & Efficiency.
Backbase-Powered Mobile Banking App Drives Member Adoption and Satisfaction for WSECU
Leading Washington State credit union increases registered mobile users by 39% after tapping Engagement Banking technology provider Backbase to create
Falk and Mitchell Appointed to Board of CO-OP Financial Services
Bob Falk of Purdue FCU and Greg Mitchell of First Tech FCU have been appointed to the Board of Directors of CO-OP Financial Services.
Securityplus Federal Credit Union Donates to Members Displaced by Devastating Apartment Complex Fire
Securityplus Federal Credit Union reached out to two Credit Union members after learning they lost their homes in a large apartment complex fire.
Middletown Valley Bank Redesigns Bank Statements with HC3
HC3 expands reach with first Maryland-based Bank
AutoRek partners with iSoftware4Banks
Scottish fintech company, AutoRek, a leading software provider to global financial services firms announces its partnership with iSoftware4Banks, a US
Member Access Processing Rolls Out First New Service Offering to Enhance Credit Union Competitiveness
Member Access Processing, a CUSO, deploys new incentive service offering for credit unions to attract new members.
Afena Federal Credit Union Selects eCU Technology’s Origins Suite
Afena Federal Credit Union ($72.4M, Marion IN) recently selected eCU Technologys Origin Suite, the digital solution designed by credit unions.
Vizo Financial Staff Gets Cooking and Raises $1,750 for Local Food Banks
Vizo Financial asked its staff to cook meals and post the pictures to Twitter. The corporate donated $10 to local food pantries for each picture.
Experian and Rate Reset Collaborate to Enable Credit Unions to Provide a Frictionless Digital Prequalification Experience
Experian and Rate Reset Collaborate to Enable Credit Unions to Provide a Frictionless Digital Prequalification Experience
MSUFCU Earns National Wellness Award for Sixth Consecutive Year
MSUFCU has received the 2020 National Best and Brightest in Wellness® award for the sixth consecutive year.
River Community CU Selects Sharetec Over Six Other Core Systems
Sharetec announces River Community CU has selected Sharetec to be their next core system following an extensive review with six other core systems.
CULedger Undergoes Rebrand, Changes Name to Bonifii
With more focus on growing solutions to deliver privacy, security and trust, CULedger announces company name change
First Financial Credit Union Donates Over $12,000 to Local Schools
First Financial CU raised money for local schools through its Matching Dollars 4 Schools donation program and as a result bestowed over $12,000.
MarketMatch selected by USC Credit Union, rolls out auto loan campaign
MarketMatch announces it has been retained by USC Credit Union to lead its traditional, digital, and member outreach marketing efforts.
Sensibill Launches The Barcode Report, Shares Insights from SKU-level Data
Sensibill's first in a series of reports, entitled The Barcode Report, to deliver the world's deepest, most relevant insights on everyday spending.
GreenState hits and misses
In a move to be more transparent with members, GreenState Credit Union recently opened a new section of their website.
PollyEx, ALM First Offer Integrated Mortgage Pipeline Hedging for Banks and Credit Unions
PollyEx, a mortgage software company, has partnered with ALM First to offer integrated mortgage pipeline hedging directly through its pricing platform
MSUFCU Awards Kent Intermediate School District Teacher with MIDream Grant
MSUFCU and the Michigan Education Association Financial Services present MIDream grant to Grand Rapids teacher.
PSECU to Offer Second Free Auto Buying Webinar
On March 9, PSECU will again offer a free, educational Auto Buying Webinar to help prepare consumers for their next vehicle purchase.
Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union Announces Reading with Rowdy Literacy Program
On Reading Across America Day, Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union, partnered with On the Move and UMass Lowell, launches Reading with Rowdy program.
Spreading Kindness
To celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week, Feb. 14 through Feb. 20, TruMark Financial® Credit Union employees voted and made donations to nine local organizations ...
Baker Market Update: March 1, 2021 – Latte with Lester – Week in Preview
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210301-latte-with-lester/
PSECU Changes Wealth Management Services Firm
PSECU announced that it has entered into an agreement with LPL Financial LLC to provide wealth management services to its members.
Baker Market Update: March 5, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210305-lunch-with-lester/
Frontwave CMO Todd Kern Named to Newest Filene i3 Program
Frontwave is proud to announce that its CMO, Todd Kern, has been selected as one of 23 credit union leaders to join the latest Filene ...
POPi/o Video Banking Rises To Record 2020 Growth & Continued Advancements
Video banking leader hits its stride with growing adoption of virtual banking, achieving record momentum with new bank and credit union customers
Depreciation Protection Adds $1.4B in New Client Assets
Credit unions in five states add member protections; continued record growth.
Cirrus Announces Strategic Partnership With Manifesto
Cirrus announces a capital investment from Portland and Milwaukee-based branding agency Manifesto, coinciding with a corporate branding campaign.
DEI Leads Future Branches Think Tank Event
DEI to discuss insights leading branch transformation at a virtual conference to be held March 30-31, 2021.
Next Step Enhances Its Fintech Consulting Model in Response to a Record Number of Core and Digital Banking System Evaluations Being Launched
Next Step Explains How Its Fintech Consulting Model Is Delivering Optimal Client Collaboration & Efficiency.
Backbase-Powered Mobile Banking App Drives Member Adoption and Satisfaction for WSECU
Leading Washington State credit union increases registered mobile users by 39% after tapping Engagement Banking technology provider Backbase to create
Falk and Mitchell Appointed to Board of CO-OP Financial Services
Bob Falk of Purdue FCU and Greg Mitchell of First Tech FCU have been appointed to the Board of Directors of CO-OP Financial Services.
Securityplus Federal Credit Union Donates to Members Displaced by Devastating Apartment Complex Fire
Securityplus Federal Credit Union reached out to two Credit Union members after learning they lost their homes in a large apartment complex fire.
Middletown Valley Bank Redesigns Bank Statements with HC3
HC3 expands reach with first Maryland-based Bank
AutoRek partners with iSoftware4Banks
Scottish fintech company, AutoRek, a leading software provider to global financial services firms announces its partnership with iSoftware4Banks, a US
Member Access Processing Rolls Out First New Service Offering to Enhance Credit Union Competitiveness
Member Access Processing, a CUSO, deploys new incentive service offering for credit unions to attract new members.
Afena Federal Credit Union Selects eCU Technology’s Origins Suite
Afena Federal Credit Union ($72.4M, Marion IN) recently selected eCU Technologys Origin Suite, the digital solution designed by credit unions.
Vizo Financial Staff Gets Cooking and Raises $1,750 for Local Food Banks
Vizo Financial asked its staff to cook meals and post the pictures to Twitter. The corporate donated $10 to local food pantries for each picture.
Experian and Rate Reset Collaborate to Enable Credit Unions to Provide a Frictionless Digital Prequalification Experience
Experian and Rate Reset Collaborate to Enable Credit Unions to Provide a Frictionless Digital Prequalification Experience
MSUFCU Earns National Wellness Award for Sixth Consecutive Year
MSUFCU has received the 2020 National Best and Brightest in Wellness® award for the sixth consecutive year.
River Community CU Selects Sharetec Over Six Other Core Systems
Sharetec announces River Community CU has selected Sharetec to be their next core system following an extensive review with six other core systems.
CULedger Undergoes Rebrand, Changes Name to Bonifii
With more focus on growing solutions to deliver privacy, security and trust, CULedger announces company name change
First Financial Credit Union Donates Over $12,000 to Local Schools
First Financial CU raised money for local schools through its Matching Dollars 4 Schools donation program and as a result bestowed over $12,000.
MarketMatch selected by USC Credit Union, rolls out auto loan campaign
MarketMatch announces it has been retained by USC Credit Union to lead its traditional, digital, and member outreach marketing efforts.
Sensibill Launches The Barcode Report, Shares Insights from SKU-level Data
Sensibill's first in a series of reports, entitled The Barcode Report, to deliver the world's deepest, most relevant insights on everyday spending.
GreenState hits and misses
In a move to be more transparent with members, GreenState Credit Union recently opened a new section of their website.
PollyEx, ALM First Offer Integrated Mortgage Pipeline Hedging for Banks and Credit Unions
PollyEx, a mortgage software company, has partnered with ALM First to offer integrated mortgage pipeline hedging directly through its pricing platform
MSUFCU Awards Kent Intermediate School District Teacher with MIDream Grant
MSUFCU and the Michigan Education Association Financial Services present MIDream grant to Grand Rapids teacher.
PSECU to Offer Second Free Auto Buying Webinar
On March 9, PSECU will again offer a free, educational Auto Buying Webinar to help prepare consumers for their next vehicle purchase.
Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union Announces Reading with Rowdy Literacy Program
On Reading Across America Day, Jeanne D'Arc Credit Union, partnered with On the Move and UMass Lowell, launches Reading with Rowdy program.
Spreading Kindness
To celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week, Feb. 14 through Feb. 20, TruMark Financial® Credit Union employees voted and made donations to nine local organizations ...
Baker Market Update: March 1, 2021 – Latte with Lester – Week in Preview
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210301-latte-with-lester/
PSECU Changes Wealth Management Services Firm
PSECU announced that it has entered into an agreement with LPL Financial LLC to provide wealth management services to its members.
UK Federal Credit Union Breaks Ground on New Branch in Jessamine County
UK Federal Credit Union broke ground on a new branch in Nicholasville, KY to serve Jessamine County. The new branch is set to open in ...
Indiana Members Credit Union Contributes $1,248 to Zionsville Community Schools
Indiana Members Credit Union presented a check for $1,248 to Zionsville Community High School Athletics as part of an ongoing school spirit debit card program.
ORIGENCE ANNOUNCES LISA BODELL AS A KEYNOTE SPEAKER FOR LENDING TECH LIVE ’24 CONFERENCE
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announces Lisa Bodell as a keynote speaker for its Lending Tech Live ’24 conference, scheduled ...
Eltropy Earns Spot on Inc.’s Power Partner Awards List for Second Consecutive Year
Eltropy, the leading digital conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), has been recognized in the prestigious Inc. Power Partner Awards, Inc. for the second ...
TopLine Financial Credit Union Participates In Its 7th Statewide Day Of Kindness
TopLine Financial Credit Union was one of the 66 credit unions and partner organizations across the state of Minnesota who participated in an orchestrated day, ...
myCUmortgage Awards Partner Credit Unions and Loan Originators who Amped Up Their Mortgage Business
Recognitions for assisting more members with homeownership announced as part of the 2023 myCUmortgage Partner Conference Awards Luncheon