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.
Connex Credit Union Announces $6,000 in College Scholarships
January 28, 2021
college-bound or currently enrolled students can apply for one of three different scholarships totaling $6,000.
FIRST COMMONWEALTH FEDERAL CREDIT UNION CELEBRATES OPENING OF NEW CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS CAMPUS AND FLAGSHIP FINANCIAL CENTER
January 28, 2021
First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union (FCFCU) announced the opening of its new corporate headquarters campus on Hamilton Blvd
ANDREWS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION OPENED A NEW LOCATION IN ALEXANDRIA VIRGINIA
January 28, 2021
Andrews Federal is Ready to Serve the Springfield Virginia Suburb of Washington, D.C. The new branch is located in Alexandria, Virginia.
SECU Foundation Renewal Expands Internship Program with Nearly $1.5 Million in Funding!
January 28, 2021
The Board of Directors of SECU Foundation has approved the renewal of the SECU Public Fellows Internship program.
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.
Connex Credit Union Announces $6,000 in College Scholarships
January 28, 2021
college-bound or currently enrolled students can apply for one of three different scholarships totaling $6,000.
FIRST COMMONWEALTH FEDERAL CREDIT UNION CELEBRATES OPENING OF NEW CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS CAMPUS AND FLAGSHIP FINANCIAL CENTER
January 28, 2021
First Commonwealth Federal Credit Union (FCFCU) announced the opening of its new corporate headquarters campus on Hamilton Blvd
ANDREWS FEDERAL CREDIT UNION OPENED A NEW LOCATION IN ALEXANDRIA VIRGINIA
January 28, 2021
Andrews Federal is Ready to Serve the Springfield Virginia Suburb of Washington, D.C. The new branch is located in Alexandria, Virginia.
SECU Foundation Renewal Expands Internship Program with Nearly $1.5 Million in Funding!
January 28, 2021
The Board of Directors of SECU Foundation has approved the renewal of the SECU Public Fellows Internship program.
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.
Cooperative Block Party Draws Crowd to Downtown Raleigh
Coastal Federal Credit Union
September 29, 2023
On Saturday, September 23, Coastal Credit Union, Weaver Street Market, and several area cooperatives hosted a Cooperative Block Party, which was the first of its ...
myCUES Member Dashboard Honored with Platinum dotCOMM Award by AMCP
CUES
September 28, 2023
Talent development leader CUES and tech partner Accella, LLC have been recognized by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP) with a Platinum dotComm ...
HZCU’s 6th Annual Volunteer Day Tackles Food and Housing Insecurity
Horizon Credit Union
September 28, 2023
Horizon Credit Union, headquartered in Spokane Valley, WA, closed its doors at noon on Tuesday, September 19 so that all team members could take part ...
BCU Awards $22,000 in Home Makeover Sweepstakes
BCU
September 28, 2023
The current housing market shouldn’t stop you from achieving your home goals, so BCU surprised three lucky winners with a total of $22,000 to help ...
Justice Federal Credit Union Announces Special Assistance for Members Furloughed in the Event of a Federal Government Shutdown
Justice Federal Credit Union
September 27, 2023
As federal workers across the nation anxiously await the news as to whether Congress will pass spending bills this week preventing them from being furloughed ...
EasCorp’s 2023 Invitational Golf Tournament Raises a Record $57,000 for Research on Pediatric Neurological Disorders
Eastern Corporate Federal Credit Union (EasCorp)
September 27, 2023
Eastern Corporate Federal Credit Union (EasCorp) announced a record $57,000 was raised at its 2023 Invitational Golf Tournament benefitting Credit Unions Kids at Heart®. On ...