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.
Navigating Collections with Care: A Story of Overcoming Staffing Challenges and Driving Results
HealthCare Associates Credit Union encountered staffing constraints as they struggled to find and retain qualified collections personnel. Maintaining an in-house team with the right skills to handle the complexities of collections—while managing the operational costs was a significant challenge.
CSPI Kicks Off 2025 with Strong Momentum – Several Core Renewals-New Digital Banking-Document Management Agreement Contracts Secured in Q1
CSPI, a trusted fintech partner to credit unions nationwide, announced today the successful renewal of several core processing agreements in the first quarter of 2025. In addition, CSPI secured new contracts for its Aurora Advantage Digital Banking suite and its comprehensive document imaging and tracking solution, signaling continued confidence in the company’s commitment to delivering
Corelation Signs Seven Credit Unions in the First Quarter 2025, Expanding the KeyStone Core Impact
Corelation is kicking off 2025 with incredible momentum, signing seven new credit unions (cumulative total of $5.6 billion in assets; 543,328 members) in the first quarter alone. This continued growth highlights the trust that credit unions place in Corelation’s KeyStone core. With a modern, person-centric architecture, KeyStone empowers credit unions to elevate member service, streamline
SECU Foundation Awards $480,000 in Mission Development Grants to Support 12 North Carolina Non-profits
SECU Foundation is pleased to announce its first cohort of Mission Development Grant (MDG) recipients for 2025, welcoming 12 new organizations to the program including non-profits in three counties – Chowan, Currituck, and Franklin – that are receiving first-time funding outside of scholarships and loans. The new grantees are working to address domestic violence and
Northern Communities Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice’s Private Student Lending Solution
CU Student Choice, the leading provider of higher education financing solutions to America’s credit unions, announced its student lending solution will now be available to the members of Northern Communities Credit Union (NCCYou) $108M assets; 6,772 members; Duluth, MN).
Redwood Credit Union welcomes Debbie Ingle Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending
Debbie Ingle recently joined Redwood Credit Union (RCU) as senior vice president of Mortgage Lending.
SECU Foundation Awards $500,000 to Helpmate for Domestic Violence Shelter in Buncombe County
A $500,000 grant awarded by SECU Foundation will contribute toward the construction of a new shelter for Western North Carolina’s largest service provider for domestic violence survivors, Helpmate, increasing the current space to support 475 adults and children annually.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: April 11, 2025
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Quantum Governance, L3C Launches the Michael G. Daigneault Excellence in Governance Grant to Empower Credit Unions and Nonprofits
[HENNIKER, NH] – Quantum Governance, L3C is thrilled to announce the launch of its groundbreaking governance grant program, honoring Co-Founder and Principal Consultant Michael G. Daigneault. This initiative aims to strengthen the governance capabilities of nonprofits and small credit unions, empowering them to drive positive change and enhance their community impact through excellence in governance
Elan Financial Services Appoints Peter Klukken as New Leader
New head of Elan Credit Card solutions brings extensive banking and payments experience to top credit card issuance provider Elan Financial Services, a division of U.S. Bank that provides agent banking credit cards to more than 1,200 financial institution partners, announced today that Peter Klukken has been named head of the Elan Financial Services credit
CULA Grows by Double Digits in 2024, Saves Credit Union Members ~$63M Annually with Vehicle Leases
CULA credit union partner members’ monthly vehicle lease payments averaged $159 less vs traditional auto loan payments; CULA grew credit union dealer partners year over year and expanded to 27 states, as vehicle leasing grew to nearly 25% of all auto financing nationally.
Credit Union Sponsors Black Maternal Health Week Events
In honor of Black Maternal Health Week (April 11 to 17), Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) is proud to sponsor events hosted by the BLACK Wellness & Prosperity Center (BWPC) in Fresno. These initiatives aim to improve Black maternal and infant health outcomes in the Central Valley.
Sound Credit Union Announces Leadership Promotions to Drive Growth and Operational Excellence
TACOMA, Wash. – Sound Credit Union (Sound) is pleased to announce multiple leadership promotions designed to strengthen the institution, enhance collaboration and drive innovation. The changes reinforce Sound’s commitment to its members, strategic growth and operational excellence.
FileInvite Launches Connected Workflows for Lending Document Collection
New integrations with Salesforce, Hubspot and CRM platforms enhance efficiency, security, and customer experience for commercial lenders.
Intrepid Credit Union Selects Cindy Trimp as Vice President of Finance
Helena, MT, April 3, 2025. Intrepid Credit Union proudly announces Cindy Trimp as its new Vice President of Finance. In this role, Trimp will oversee financial strategy, reporting, and long-term planning to support the credit union’s continued growth and service excellence. With a strong background in financial leadership, Trimp brings expertise in performance analysis, compliance,
Novo Federal Credit Union Selects George San Martin as President & CEO
Norco, CA, April 3, 2025. The Board of Directors of Novo Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of George San Martin as the credit union’s next President and Chief Executive Officer. He will succeed Rosie Zarubick, who is retiring after 12 years of dedicated leadership and service to Novo FCU and its
Illinois Credit Union League’s Advocacy Secures Nearly $1.2 Million in Regulatory Fee Credits for State’s Credit Unions
The Illinois Credit Union League is pleased to announce that state-chartered credit unions will receive a credit from the State of Illinois totaling $1,184,075 in 2025, based on regulatory fees collected last year exceeding expenses.
Clearview Federal Credit Union unveils the Clearview Foundation to create positive opportunities for community members.
Pittsburgh, PA – April 1, 2025 – Clearview Federal Credit Union is delighted to announce the launch of the Clearview Foundation, which is dedicated to empowering communities through meaningful grants. The Clearview Foundation will fund projects that deliver clear and immediate benefits for our neighbors.
Intelligent Banking Solutions Announces Strategic Position Changes to Support SAFIRE-IQ Growth
Intelligent Banking Solutions, a leading provider of collections and risk management software, is pleased to announce key position changes to align with the company’s strategic priorities and the growth of its next-generation platform, SAFIRE-IQ.
EECU Sponsors Scholarships for Local Students Through Foundation for Central Schools
Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) is proud to announce its sponsorship of scholarships awarded through the Foundation for Central Schools, directly helping local students in their pursuit of higher education. The scholarships were presented on April 3 at the foundation’s annual awards ceremony, recognizing outstanding high school seniors for their academic achievements, leadership, and community
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: April 04, 2025
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Gwen Oldham as Vice President of Community and Social Impact
Gwen Oldham has been hired as the new vice president of Community and Social Impact at Redwood Credit Union (RCU).
FI CONNECT FUNDS $1 BILLION IN LOANS ITS INAUGURAL YEAR
Origence, the leading credit union lending technology company in the U.S., announced its subsidiary, FI Connect, funded $1 billion in Tesla purchases in its first year of operations. FI Connect offers credit union financing options to national retailers, providing borrowers with affordable solutions with embedded financing. In its inaugural year, the company enabled embedded financing
Penlanco FCU Expands Partnership with Aurora Advantage, Signs Agreement for Online and Mobile Banking Platform
Penlanco Federal Credit Union, a long-standing customer of Aurora Advantage core, is expanding its relationship by signing a new agreement to implement the provider’s cutting-edge Aurora Online and Mobile Banking platform. This strategic move enhances the credit union’s digital offerings and reflects its continued commitment to delivering modern, convenient, and secure banking experiences for its
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Named #1 Credit Union for Member Satisfaction by J.D. Power
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest serving school employees and their families, has been named the No. 1 credit union for member satisfaction. In J.D. Power’s inaugural U.S. Credit Union Satisfaction Study, our Members ranked us #1 for overall satisfaction and #1 in six out of the seven
Callahan & Associates Celebrates 40 Years Of Credit Union Impact
Washington, DC – Callahan & Associates proudly marks its 40th anniversary, celebrating four decades of innovation, leadership, and commitment to serving the credit union industry. Since its founding in 1985, Callahan has been at the forefront of industry transformation, providing data-driven insights, strategic guidance, and fostering collaboration among credit union leaders nationwide.
LGE Community Credit Union recognized with Diamond Awards for outstanding marketing efforts
LGE Community Credit Union was recently named the winner of two Diamond Awards – the America’s Credit Unions Marketing, PR & Development Council’s annual competition for marketing excellence.
EECU Partners with Wonderful College Prep Academy GEAR UP to Expand Financial Education
Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) is proud to partner with GEAR UP Central Valley run by Wonderful College Prep Academy (WCPA) to provide financial wellness education to children and teens in rural communities throughout California’s Central Valley.
CreditUnions.com Announces 2025 Innovation Series Winners
After weeks of online showcases, CreditUnions.com is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Innovation Series.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 28, 2025
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Navigating Collections with Care: A Story of Overcoming Staffing Challenges and Driving Results
CSPI Kicks Off 2025 with Strong Momentum – Several Core Renewals-New Digital Banking-Document Management Agreement Contracts Secured in Q1
Corelation Signs Seven Credit Unions in the First Quarter 2025, Expanding the KeyStone Core Impact
SECU Foundation Awards $480,000 in Mission Development Grants to Support 12 North Carolina Non-profits
Northern Communities Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice’s Private Student Lending Solution
Redwood Credit Union welcomes Debbie Ingle Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending
SECU Foundation Awards $500,000 to Helpmate for Domestic Violence Shelter in Buncombe County
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: April 11, 2025
Quantum Governance, L3C Launches the Michael G. Daigneault Excellence in Governance Grant to Empower Credit Unions and Nonprofits
Elan Financial Services Appoints Peter Klukken as New Leader
CULA Grows by Double Digits in 2024, Saves Credit Union Members ~$63M Annually with Vehicle Leases
Credit Union Sponsors Black Maternal Health Week Events
Sound Credit Union Announces Leadership Promotions to Drive Growth and Operational Excellence
FileInvite Launches Connected Workflows for Lending Document Collection
Intrepid Credit Union Selects Cindy Trimp as Vice President of Finance
Novo Federal Credit Union Selects George San Martin as President & CEO
Illinois Credit Union League’s Advocacy Secures Nearly $1.2 Million in Regulatory Fee Credits for State’s Credit Unions
Clearview Federal Credit Union unveils the Clearview Foundation to create positive opportunities for community members.
Intelligent Banking Solutions Announces Strategic Position Changes to Support SAFIRE-IQ Growth
EECU Sponsors Scholarships for Local Students Through Foundation for Central Schools
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: April 04, 2025
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Gwen Oldham as Vice President of Community and Social Impact
FI CONNECT FUNDS $1 BILLION IN LOANS ITS INAUGURAL YEAR
Penlanco FCU Expands Partnership with Aurora Advantage, Signs Agreement for Online and Mobile Banking Platform
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Named #1 Credit Union for Member Satisfaction by J.D. Power
Callahan & Associates Celebrates 40 Years Of Credit Union Impact
LGE Community Credit Union recognized with Diamond Awards for outstanding marketing efforts
EECU Partners with Wonderful College Prep Academy GEAR UP to Expand Financial Education
CreditUnions.com Announces 2025 Innovation Series Winners
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 28, 2025
Navigating Collections with Care: A Story of Overcoming Staffing Challenges and Driving Results
CSPI Kicks Off 2025 with Strong Momentum – Several Core Renewals-New Digital Banking-Document Management Agreement Contracts Secured in Q1
Corelation Signs Seven Credit Unions in the First Quarter 2025, Expanding the KeyStone Core Impact
SECU Foundation Awards $480,000 in Mission Development Grants to Support 12 North Carolina Non-profits
Northern Communities Credit Union Adds CU Student Choice’s Private Student Lending Solution
Redwood Credit Union welcomes Debbie Ingle Senior Vice President of Mortgage Lending
SECU Foundation Awards $500,000 to Helpmate for Domestic Violence Shelter in Buncombe County
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: April 11, 2025
Quantum Governance, L3C Launches the Michael G. Daigneault Excellence in Governance Grant to Empower Credit Unions and Nonprofits
Elan Financial Services Appoints Peter Klukken as New Leader
CULA Grows by Double Digits in 2024, Saves Credit Union Members ~$63M Annually with Vehicle Leases
Credit Union Sponsors Black Maternal Health Week Events
Sound Credit Union Announces Leadership Promotions to Drive Growth and Operational Excellence
FileInvite Launches Connected Workflows for Lending Document Collection
Intrepid Credit Union Selects Cindy Trimp as Vice President of Finance
Novo Federal Credit Union Selects George San Martin as President & CEO
Illinois Credit Union League’s Advocacy Secures Nearly $1.2 Million in Regulatory Fee Credits for State’s Credit Unions
Clearview Federal Credit Union unveils the Clearview Foundation to create positive opportunities for community members.
Intelligent Banking Solutions Announces Strategic Position Changes to Support SAFIRE-IQ Growth
EECU Sponsors Scholarships for Local Students Through Foundation for Central Schools
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: April 04, 2025
Redwood Credit Union Welcomes Gwen Oldham as Vice President of Community and Social Impact
FI CONNECT FUNDS $1 BILLION IN LOANS ITS INAUGURAL YEAR
Penlanco FCU Expands Partnership with Aurora Advantage, Signs Agreement for Online and Mobile Banking Platform
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Named #1 Credit Union for Member Satisfaction by J.D. Power
Callahan & Associates Celebrates 40 Years Of Credit Union Impact
LGE Community Credit Union recognized with Diamond Awards for outstanding marketing efforts
EECU Partners with Wonderful College Prep Academy GEAR UP to Expand Financial Education
CreditUnions.com Announces 2025 Innovation Series Winners
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 28, 2025
Callahan & Associates Launches CreditUnions.com 2026 Innovation Series
Meriwest Launches Community Foundation with Helen Grays-Jones as Executive Director to Drive Financial Literacy and Education
Sound Credit Union Supports Homes First Through Annual Employee Fundraiser
Cloudvirga announces integration between Horizon POS and ICE PPE
Verity Credit Union Unveils Grants for Growth to Empower Community Changemakers
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: October 10, 2025
