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.
UMassFive Directs $4,000 to Local Survival Centers
January 28, 2021
UMassFive is proud to announce that they have directed $4,000 in donations to local survival centers in Amherst and Northampton.
SafeAmerica Credit Union announces 2021 College Scholarship Program
January 28, 2021
SafeAmerica Credit Union has announced to its members its annual call for entries for their College Scholarship Program.
Helping Kids Cope: Redwood Credit Union Launches Video Series for Students and Families Managing Through Challenging Times
January 28, 2021
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
January 28, 2021
Acquisition Of The Industry's Leading Fraud Prevention and Risk-Based Digital Identity Authentication Platform
Nusenda Employees Give Back in 2020
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
Credit Union donated $1,500 and nearly 250 household items
Jim McCabe Named VP of Operations at LenderSelect Mortgage Group
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
Sensibill announced its partnership with Leaders Credit Union to support the credit unions mission to help members strengthen financial health.
GreenState Invests to Help Close Iowa’s Racial Homeownership Gap
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
Wright-Patt Credit Union (WPCU), along with National Cooperative Bank (NCB), closed a $16 million loan for Five Rivers Health Centers' new facility.
MSUFCU Names Four to Management Roles
January 26, 2021
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 Softeks Real-Time Fraud Control to Keep Members Safe
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210125-latte-with-lester/
United Federal Credit Union Names Ted Strawbridge Mortgage Advisor in Niles, MI
January 26, 2021
United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Ted Strawbridge as Mortgage Advisor at Uniteds Niles South branch.
CUES Launches Online DEI Resource Center to Support the Industry
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
Oregon Community Credit Union (OCCU) is implementing a $15-per-hour minimum starting wage; surpassing both Oregon and federal minimum wage thresholds.
The Baker Group LP Promotes Kathryn Phillips to Chief Operating Officer
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
Commonwealth Bank & Trust and Goldenwest Federal Credit Union among financial institutions using Jack Henry's secure EMV contactless cards
UMassFive Directs $4,000 to Local Survival Centers
January 28, 2021
UMassFive is proud to announce that they have directed $4,000 in donations to local survival centers in Amherst and Northampton.
SafeAmerica Credit Union announces 2021 College Scholarship Program
January 28, 2021
SafeAmerica Credit Union has announced to its members its annual call for entries for their College Scholarship Program.
Helping Kids Cope: Redwood Credit Union Launches Video Series for Students and Families Managing Through Challenging Times
January 28, 2021
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
January 28, 2021
Acquisition Of The Industry's Leading Fraud Prevention and Risk-Based Digital Identity Authentication Platform
Nusenda Employees Give Back in 2020
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
Credit Union donated $1,500 and nearly 250 household items
Jim McCabe Named VP of Operations at LenderSelect Mortgage Group
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
Sensibill announced its partnership with Leaders Credit Union to support the credit unions mission to help members strengthen financial health.
GreenState Invests to Help Close Iowa’s Racial Homeownership Gap
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
Wright-Patt Credit Union (WPCU), along with National Cooperative Bank (NCB), closed a $16 million loan for Five Rivers Health Centers' new facility.
MSUFCU Names Four to Management Roles
January 26, 2021
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 Softeks Real-Time Fraud Control to Keep Members Safe
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
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
January 26, 2021
Download PDF or listen to the Podcast: https://www.gobaker.com/bmu-wk210125-latte-with-lester/
United Federal Credit Union Names Ted Strawbridge Mortgage Advisor in Niles, MI
January 26, 2021
United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Ted Strawbridge as Mortgage Advisor at Uniteds Niles South branch.
CUES Launches Online DEI Resource Center to Support the Industry
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
Oregon Community Credit Union (OCCU) is implementing a $15-per-hour minimum starting wage; surpassing both Oregon and federal minimum wage thresholds.
The Baker Group LP Promotes Kathryn Phillips to Chief Operating Officer
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
Commonwealth Bank & Trust and Goldenwest Federal Credit Union among financial institutions using Jack Henry's secure EMV contactless cards
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 ...