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Helping Kids Cope: Redwood Credit Union Launches Video Series for Students and Families Managing Through Challenging Times

In response to rising concern around student mental health, Redwood has produced four free videos to help children, youth, and their support networks.

Equifax Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Kount

Acquisition Of The Industry's Leading Fraud Prevention and Risk-Based Digital Identity Authentication Platform

Nusenda Employees Give Back in 2020

Nusenda Credit Union has donated more than $47,500 to 14 community organizations across the state of New Mexico during its Season of Giving.

Finastra and HCL partner to provide Digital Treasury as a Service in the cloud

Finastra and HCL partner to provide Digital Treasury as a Service in the cloud

Baker Market Update: January 22, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review

Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210122-lunch-with-lester/

Tower Federal Credit Union Announces Commitment to Raising Awareness About the Importance of Safeguarding Consumer Data by Becoming a 2021 Data Privacy Day Champion

Tower FCU today announced its commitment to Data Privacy Day, a global effort held annually on Jan. 28, by registering as a Champion for the ...

Sontiq Hosts Webinar Addressing Multi-Layered Strategies for Credit Unions to Mitigate Fraud and Protect Members

Leaders interested in understanding more about the relationship risks of cyber threats and financial fraud are encouraged to attend.

Nusenda Credit Union Awards $30,000 COVID Relief Grant to Aid Northern N.M. Students, Frontline Medical Workers, Patients

Nusenda Credit Union today announced it has awarded a $30,000 grant to the Taos Community Foundation to help address COVID-related needs.

Connex Helps Families Transition out of Homelessness

Credit Union donated $1,500 and nearly 250 household items

Jim McCabe Named VP of Operations at LenderSelect Mortgage Group

LenderSelect Mortgage Group, a DBA of Blue Ridge Bank, N.A., announces Jim McCabe as VP of Operations.

Leaders Credit Union Goes Live with Sensibill for Digital Receipt Management

Sensibill announced its partnership with Leaders Credit Union to support the credit union’s mission to help members strengthen financial health.

GreenState Invests to Help Close Iowa’s Racial Homeownership Gap

GreenState has released a new community investment statement to address the homeownership gap in Iowa.

January 30 Application Deadline Approaching For Bay Federal Credit Union Education Scholarship

Bay Federal Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 2021 Education Scholarship contest.

National Cooperative Bank Partners with Wright-Patt Credit Union to Provide $16 Million to Five Rivers Health Centers New Facility

National Cooperative Bank (NCB) along with Wright-Patt Credit Union, (WPCU) recently closed a $16 million loan to support a $31.6 million New Markets Tax Credit ...

Wright-Patt Credit Union Partners with National Cooperative Bank to Provide $16 Million to Five Rivers Health Centers New Facility

Wright-Patt Credit Union (WPCU), along with National Cooperative Bank (NCB), closed a $16 million loan for Five Rivers Health Centers' new facility.
Personnel Promotions

MSUFCU Names Four to Management Roles

MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) has promoted four employees to management positions.

U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union and Crane Credit Union Sign for Access Softek’s Real-Time Fraud Control to Keep Members Safe

Access Softek, an omnichannel digital banking platform provider, announced that both U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union and Crane Credit Union have signed on for its ...

United Federal Credit Union Sponsors Programs for Donald W. Reynolds Boys & Girls Club

United Federal Credit Union is donating $4,000 to the Donald W. Reynolds Boys & Girls Club in Fayetteville, Arkansas to support community programs.

CUNA Strategic Services and InterLutions Connect to Deliver Enhanced Employee Benefits to Credit Unions

InterLutions CUSO launched an alliance with CUNA Strategic Services (CSS) to provide more credit unions with access to I-Care.

Baker Market Update: January 25, 2021 – Latte with Lester – Week in Preview

Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210125-latte-with-lester/
Personnel Promotions

United Federal Credit Union Names Ted Strawbridge Mortgage Advisor in Niles, MI

United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Ted Strawbridge as Mortgage Advisor at United’s Niles South branch.

CUES Launches Online DEI Resource Center to Support the Industry

CUES has released a new DEI Resource Center, following up on its commitment to support the industry in creating diverse & inclusive work environments.

Oregon Community Credit Union implements $15/hour minimum starting wage

Oregon Community Credit Union (OCCU) is implementing a $15-per-hour minimum starting wage; surpassing both Oregon and federal minimum wage thresholds.
Personnel Promotions

The Baker Group LP Promotes Kathryn Phillips to Chief Operating Officer

The Baker Group LP is pleased to announce the promotion of Kathryn Phillips, CPA, to Chief Operating Officer.

Honda Federal Credit Union partners with iGrad to Offer the Enrich Financial Wellness Platform to its Nearly 70,000 Members

Honda Federal Credit Union has partnered with San Diego-based financial education company iGrad to offer the award-winning Enrich™ financial wellness platform to its nearly 70,000 ...

Indiana Members Credit Union Collects Truckloads of Toys and over $730 for U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program

Indiana Members CU collected truckloads of toys and over $730 in donations for the 2020 U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.

Travis Credit Union Announces New Appointment of General Counsel

Travis Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael J. Levy in the new role of General Counsel.

Less Touching, More Tapping: FI’s Boraden Payment Options with Jack Henry Contactless Cards

Commonwealth Bank & Trust and Goldenwest Federal Credit Union among financial institutions using Jack Henry's secure EMV contactless cards

North Bay Credit Union selected as preferred partner for Cannabis Association

North Bay Credit Union has been selected as the Preferred Banking Partner of the California Cannabis Industry Association

Laura Szpont Named EVP/COO for Commercial Alliance, LLC

Commercial Alliance, its Board of Directors and Terry McHugh are proud to announce the appointment of Laura Szpont to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating ...

Helping Kids Cope: Redwood Credit Union Launches Video Series for Students and Families Managing Through Challenging Times

In response to rising concern around student mental health, Redwood has produced four free videos to help children, youth, and their support networks.

Equifax Announces Definitive Agreement to Acquire Kount

Acquisition Of The Industry's Leading Fraud Prevention and Risk-Based Digital Identity Authentication Platform

Nusenda Employees Give Back in 2020

Nusenda Credit Union has donated more than $47,500 to 14 community organizations across the state of New Mexico during its Season of Giving.

Finastra and HCL partner to provide Digital Treasury as a Service in the cloud

Finastra and HCL partner to provide Digital Treasury as a Service in the cloud

Baker Market Update: January 22, 2021 – Lunch with Lester – Week in Review

Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210122-lunch-with-lester/

Tower Federal Credit Union Announces Commitment to Raising Awareness About the Importance of Safeguarding Consumer Data by Becoming a 2021 Data Privacy Day Champion

Tower FCU today announced its commitment to Data Privacy Day, a global effort held annually on Jan. 28, by registering as a Champion for the ...

Sontiq Hosts Webinar Addressing Multi-Layered Strategies for Credit Unions to Mitigate Fraud and Protect Members

Leaders interested in understanding more about the relationship risks of cyber threats and financial fraud are encouraged to attend.

Nusenda Credit Union Awards $30,000 COVID Relief Grant to Aid Northern N.M. Students, Frontline Medical Workers, Patients

Nusenda Credit Union today announced it has awarded a $30,000 grant to the Taos Community Foundation to help address COVID-related needs.

Connex Helps Families Transition out of Homelessness

Credit Union donated $1,500 and nearly 250 household items

Jim McCabe Named VP of Operations at LenderSelect Mortgage Group

LenderSelect Mortgage Group, a DBA of Blue Ridge Bank, N.A., announces Jim McCabe as VP of Operations.

Leaders Credit Union Goes Live with Sensibill for Digital Receipt Management

Sensibill announced its partnership with Leaders Credit Union to support the credit union’s mission to help members strengthen financial health.

GreenState Invests to Help Close Iowa’s Racial Homeownership Gap

GreenState has released a new community investment statement to address the homeownership gap in Iowa.

January 30 Application Deadline Approaching For Bay Federal Credit Union Education Scholarship

Bay Federal Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 2021 Education Scholarship contest.

National Cooperative Bank Partners with Wright-Patt Credit Union to Provide $16 Million to Five Rivers Health Centers New Facility

National Cooperative Bank (NCB) along with Wright-Patt Credit Union, (WPCU) recently closed a $16 million loan to support a $31.6 million New Markets Tax Credit ...

Wright-Patt Credit Union Partners with National Cooperative Bank to Provide $16 Million to Five Rivers Health Centers New Facility

Wright-Patt Credit Union (WPCU), along with National Cooperative Bank (NCB), closed a $16 million loan for Five Rivers Health Centers' new facility.
Personnel Promotions

MSUFCU Names Four to Management Roles

MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) has promoted four employees to management positions.

U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union and Crane Credit Union Sign for Access Softek’s Real-Time Fraud Control to Keep Members Safe

Access Softek, an omnichannel digital banking platform provider, announced that both U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union and Crane Credit Union have signed on for its ...

United Federal Credit Union Sponsors Programs for Donald W. Reynolds Boys & Girls Club

United Federal Credit Union is donating $4,000 to the Donald W. Reynolds Boys & Girls Club in Fayetteville, Arkansas to support community programs.

CUNA Strategic Services and InterLutions Connect to Deliver Enhanced Employee Benefits to Credit Unions

InterLutions CUSO launched an alliance with CUNA Strategic Services (CSS) to provide more credit unions with access to I-Care.

Baker Market Update: January 25, 2021 – Latte with Lester – Week in Preview

Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210125-latte-with-lester/
Personnel Promotions

United Federal Credit Union Names Ted Strawbridge Mortgage Advisor in Niles, MI

United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Ted Strawbridge as Mortgage Advisor at United’s Niles South branch.

CUES Launches Online DEI Resource Center to Support the Industry

CUES has released a new DEI Resource Center, following up on its commitment to support the industry in creating diverse & inclusive work environments.

Oregon Community Credit Union implements $15/hour minimum starting wage

Oregon Community Credit Union (OCCU) is implementing a $15-per-hour minimum starting wage; surpassing both Oregon and federal minimum wage thresholds.
Personnel Promotions

The Baker Group LP Promotes Kathryn Phillips to Chief Operating Officer

The Baker Group LP is pleased to announce the promotion of Kathryn Phillips, CPA, to Chief Operating Officer.

Honda Federal Credit Union partners with iGrad to Offer the Enrich Financial Wellness Platform to its Nearly 70,000 Members

Honda Federal Credit Union has partnered with San Diego-based financial education company iGrad to offer the award-winning Enrich™ financial wellness platform to its nearly 70,000 ...

Indiana Members Credit Union Collects Truckloads of Toys and over $730 for U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program

Indiana Members CU collected truckloads of toys and over $730 in donations for the 2020 U.S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program.

Travis Credit Union Announces New Appointment of General Counsel

Travis Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael J. Levy in the new role of General Counsel.

Less Touching, More Tapping: FI’s Boraden Payment Options with Jack Henry Contactless Cards

Commonwealth Bank & Trust and Goldenwest Federal Credit Union among financial institutions using Jack Henry's secure EMV contactless cards

North Bay Credit Union selected as preferred partner for Cannabis Association

North Bay Credit Union has been selected as the Preferred Banking Partner of the California Cannabis Industry Association

Laura Szpont Named EVP/COO for Commercial Alliance, LLC

Commercial Alliance, its Board of Directors and Terry McHugh are proud to announce the appointment of Laura Szpont to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating ...

ALLIANCE CU Finds Member-Centric Technology Partner in Co-op Solutions

With greater member convenience, access and product customization as its goals, ALLIANCE Credit Union has selected Co-op Solutions as its partner to provide In-House Credit ...

Passing of Charles “Chuck” Furbee, III, Former CEO of Alloya Corporate Federal Credit Union

Charles “Chuck” Furbee, III, the former Chief Executive Officer of Alloya Corporate Federal Credit Union, died at home on July 29, 2023 in Naperville, Illinois ...

First Alliance Credit Union Selects Brent Rempe as President/CEO

Stewartville, MN, August 1, 2023. The Board of Directors of First Alliance Credit Union is pleased to announce the selection of Brent Rempe as the ...

myCUmortgage Starts Strong in 2023 and Signs Five New Partner Credit Unions

New Q1 & Q2 partners share myCUmortgage’s pursuit of helping more credit union members with homeownership

CUSO Financial Services Welcomes Northern Credit Union

$600 Million Northern Credit Union Cites Experience in Personalized Member Solutions as Reason for Joining CUSO Financial Services.

Georgia Gwinnett College Program to Benefit First-Generation Students

LAWRENCEVILLE, GA (August 1, 2023) – A new scholarship at Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) will help first-generation college students reduce the cost of their education. ...
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