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.
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
North Bay Credit Union selected as preferred partner for Cannabis Association
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
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 ...
Credit union DEI webinar series aims to spark conversation and action
January 22, 2021
Presented by HCUA and AACUC, Be Better. Do Better is a candid conversation on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) for credit union leaders.
UMassFive Donates Hundreds of Winter Coats and Clothes
January 21, 2021
UMassFive is happy to share that their members, staff, and community partners have donated hundreds of winter coats and clothing.
NEFCU Announces 2021 Nursing Scholarships
January 21, 2021
New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU) Announced Today Its 2021 Nursing Scholarships
BCU Gives Members Special Access To Innovative College Planning Tools
January 21, 2021
In partnership with Student Choice and Edmit, BCU is helping student members and their families make smarter financial decisions for college.
BCU Selects Glias Digital Member Service Platform
January 21, 2021
Glia announced today that BCU has selected its Digital Member Service platform to enhance how it serves members in a digital-first world.
Depreciation Protection Adds $1.2B in New Client Assets
January 21, 2021
Depreciation Protection has added four credit unions from four different states to its roster of clients who now offer vehicle depreciation coverage.
MEMBERS ADVANTAGE COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION & RIVER VALLEY CREDIT UNION PARTNER
January 21, 2021
The two credit unions merged to expand membership throughout the entire state of Vermont and three counties in NH.
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
North Bay Credit Union selected as preferred partner for Cannabis Association
January 22, 2021
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
January 22, 2021
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 ...
Credit union DEI webinar series aims to spark conversation and action
January 22, 2021
Presented by HCUA and AACUC, Be Better. Do Better is a candid conversation on diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) for credit union leaders.
UMassFive Donates Hundreds of Winter Coats and Clothes
January 21, 2021
UMassFive is happy to share that their members, staff, and community partners have donated hundreds of winter coats and clothing.
NEFCU Announces 2021 Nursing Scholarships
January 21, 2021
New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU) Announced Today Its 2021 Nursing Scholarships
BCU Gives Members Special Access To Innovative College Planning Tools
January 21, 2021
In partnership with Student Choice and Edmit, BCU is helping student members and their families make smarter financial decisions for college.
BCU Selects Glias Digital Member Service Platform
January 21, 2021
Glia announced today that BCU has selected its Digital Member Service platform to enhance how it serves members in a digital-first world.
Depreciation Protection Adds $1.2B in New Client Assets
January 21, 2021
Depreciation Protection has added four credit unions from four different states to its roster of clients who now offer vehicle depreciation coverage.
MEMBERS ADVANTAGE COMMUNITY CREDIT UNION & RIVER VALLEY CREDIT UNION PARTNER
January 21, 2021
The two credit unions merged to expand membership throughout the entire state of Vermont and three counties in NH.
Coastal Credit Union Names Patrick Livingston VP of Tech Infrastructure and IT Operations
Coastal Federal Credit Union
October 4, 2023
Coastal Credit Union has named Patrick Livingston as Vice President of Tech Infrastructure and IT Operations. In his new role, Livingston will be responsible for ...
OCCU announces second auto-loan securitization sale
Oregon Community Credit Union
October 4, 2023
Eugene, Oregon – OCCU (Oregon Community Credit Union) has issued its second auto asset-backed securities sale this month, the first credit union to do so ...
Christy Soukhamneut Joins UFCU as Chief Lending Officer
October 3, 2023
UFCU announced today that Christy Soukhamneut has joined the credit union as Chief Lending Officer.
Coastal Credit Union Renews Partnership with CUSO Financial Services
CUSO Financial Services, L.P.
October 3, 2023
$4.8 Billion Coastal Credit Union Touts Experience and Personalized Service for Renewal with CUSO Financial Services.
Redwood Credit Union named healthiest credit union in California, sixth in nation
Redwood Credit Union
October 3, 2023
Glatt HealthScore highlights RCU as a top performer in financial strength and growth
Arkatechture Joins the Jack Henry Vendor Integration Program
Arkatechture
October 2, 2023
Arkatechture joins the Jack Henry Vendor Integration Program (VIP)