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.
United Nations Federal Credit Union Joins the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials By United Nations Federal Credit Union
As momentum behind greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting continues to build, the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) announces that the United Nations Federal Credit Union (UNFCU), a credit union founded by UN staff, has joined its industry-led initiative. UNFCU’s commitment to PCAF reinforces the importance of international collaboration as the global economy continues its transition
LGE Community Credit Union announces 2024 scholarship program for high school seniors By LGE Community Credit Union
LGE Community Credit Union is accepting applications for its 2024 scholarship program through March 29, 2024. The annual scholarship program helps exceptional high school seniors from our communities attend the college, university, or technical school of their dreams by providing them with a $2,500 scholarship.
INOVA Federal Raises over $4,500 for Special Olympics Indiana By INOVA Federal Credit Union
Elkhart, IN — INOVA Federal recently raised over $4,500 for Special Olympics Indiana during their “Polar Plunge” campaign. Special Olympics Indiana is a nonprofit organization that is a part of the global Special Olympics movement, using sport, health, education, and leadership programs every day around the world to end discrimination against and empower people with
Conquering Collection Challenges: Five Common Obstacles and Strategies for Success By TriVerity
The collection industry faces persistent challenges in navigating the complexities of the job. From day-to-day issues that arise to high-level hurdles, there is much to overcome to achieve a thriving collection department. It is crucial to identify, evaluate and address the various challenges within your workplace now in order to be better equipped to handle
SchoolsFirst FCU Celebrates 2023 Year of Giving to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals By SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
SchoolsFirst FCU, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, today announced that it contributed more than $365,000 in 2023 – through a combination of corporate donations and fundraising – to support Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMNH) and designated children’s hospitals in California, including Children’s Health of Orange County (CHOC), Children’s Hospital Los
Corporate Central Welcomes Charlie Zanayed to Board of Directors By Corporate Central Credit Union
Corporate Central is proud to announce the appointment of Charlie Zanayed to its Board of Directors. The Board unanimously selected Zanayed, CEO of CoVantage Credit Union based in Antigo, WI, to fill the vacant position.
Connects Federal Credit Union Selects James McBride As President/CEO By Humanidei
Richmond, VA, February 26, 2024. The Board of Directors of Connects Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the selection of James McBride as the credit union’s new President/Chief Executive Officer. Mr. McBride will succeed Ms. Evelyn Dowdy, who is retiring after serving in the role for nearly 26 years. “On behalf of the Board,
OCCU recognized with four awards By Oregon Community Credit Union
OCCU has been honored with four awards for exceptional workplace culture, community engagement and sustainability.
The Largest Credit-Union Advocacy Event to Showcase Eltropy’s AI-Powered Unified Digital Conversations Platform By Eltropy
The Largest Credit-Union Advocacy Event to Showcase Eltropy’s AI-Powered Unified Digital Conversations Platform Eltropy CEO Ashish Garg, a staunch advocate for credit unions, will demonstrate how Generative AI is transforming community financial institutions at the Governmental Affairs Conference MILPITAS, Calif. — February 26, 2024 — Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversations platform for community financial institutions
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 23, 2024 By The Baker Group, LP
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
SESLOC Announces New SVP/Chief Information Officer By SESLOC Federal Credit Union
San Luis Obispo, California.- SESLOC Credit Union announced today that Shawn Mulqueeney has been selected as the new Senior Vice President/Chief Information Officer. With 25 years of credit union leadership, Shawn Mulqueeney will officially join SESLOC on April 1.
PSCU/Co-op Solutions Provides Erie Federal Credit Union with Card Processing Services and Support By Velera
PSCU/Co-op Solutions proudly announces its collaboration with Erie Federal Credit Union (Erie FCU) to provide debit and credit card processing services and support.
GTE Financial To Celebrate First Clearwater Location Grand Opening With Tampa Bay Lightning Giveaways and More By GTE Financial Federal Credit Union
GTE Financial, one of the largest locally owned credit unions in Tampa Bay, is pleased to announce the grand opening of its first-ever Community Financial Center in Clearwater, Florida, on Saturday, February 24, 2024, from 10 AM to 1 PM.
OUR Credit Union Selects Andre Vygnanski as Chief Experience Officer (CXO) By Humanidei
Royal Oak, MI – February 20, 2024. OUR Credit Union is pleased to announce the hiring of Andre Vygnanski as its new Chief Experience Officer (CXO). This is a newly created position for the credit union, placing Vygnanski in a critical role driving innovation and enhancing the overall member experience. Vygnanski will work closely with
Education Foundation for California Schools Announces Grant Recipients for 2023 Applicants By SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
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 it awarded 142 grants to teachers throughout the state to help fund programs designed to encourage students to learn and excel in the core subjects of language arts, science and
First Harvest Credit Union Announces Proposed Spin-off of its Williamsport, Pennsylvania Branch to Members 1st Federal Credit Union By First Harvest Credit Union
Deptford, NJ & Enola, PA– February 21, 2024 – First Harvest Credit Union (First Harvest), New Jersey’s second largest credit union by membership, has announced that it has received approval from the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) for the proposed spin-off of its Williamsport, PA branch location to Pennsylvania-based Members 1st Federal Credit Union (Members
Local Credit Unions Announce Record-Setting Commitment to Solar Financing By UMassFive College Federal Credit Union
As local leaders in renewable energy financing, Franklin First Federal Credit Union (Franklin First) and UMassFive College Federal Credit Union (UMassFive) are thrilled to announce unprecedented success in solar lending volume in 2023. Reflecting upon a record-setting year for both credit unions, during which Franklin First financed 86 installations totaling $2,746,489, and UMassFive financed 1,272
ORIGENCE KICKS OFF 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATING $550+ BILLION MILESTONE IN CREDIT UNION LOANS FUNDED By Origence
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, celebrates its 30th year of operations in 2024 reaching a historic achievement of funding $551.2 billion in loans. The company also announced its network expansion to include 20,000 auto dealerships across the U.S. serving the more than 1,100 network credit unions and their 64 million
TopLine Financial Credit Union Helps High School Students With Job Readiness By TopLine Financial Credit Union
TopLine Financial Credit Union participated in Osseo Senior high School’s mock interview day, a training exercise that stimulates a real-life job interview. Eight TopLine employees volunteered their time to interview Osseo High School students to help prepare them for post-secondary education options, future career exploration and to develop interviewing skills.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 16, 2024 By The Baker Group, LP
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
OCCU Foundation supports community in wake of ice storm By Oregon Community Credit Union
When a debilitating ice storm rattled OCCU’s community in January 2024, downing power lines, causing property damage and making roads impassable, the credit union stepped up.
St. Lawrence Federal Credit Union Signs Renewal Agreement with Synergent By Synergent
Synergent® is pleased to announce St. Lawrence Federal Credit Union has signed a seven-year renewal agreement with Synergent for hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, Opening Act™, and iPay Consumer Bill Pay. St. Lawrence FCU has also signed a seven-year renewal for numerous additional services provided by Synergent.
TopLine Financial Credit Union Members And Employees Bring Comfort To Those In Need This Winter By TopLine Financial Credit Union
TopLine held their third annual Winter Gear Drive during the month of January benefitting local non-profits, African Education and Health Initiative, Avenues for Youth, MORE Community Services and YMCA of the North Youth and Family Services. When the program ended TopLine employees and members had donated over 603 winter gear drive items and $830 in
From Basics to Best Practices: CUES School of Business Lending Equips CUs for Success By CUES
Credit union leaders looking to unlock the immense growth potential of a business lending program can turn to CUES® School of Business Lending, happening online April 1—October 31.
GTE FINANCIAL OPENS SUBMISSIONS FOR 13TH ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM By GTE Financial Federal Credit Union
GTE Financial continues to support education in the Tampa Bay community with its 13th annual student scholarship program. The credit union will grant 26 students $3,000 each to support student members’ education and reward young adults dedicated to academic pursuits and community involvement.
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Rogers By United Federal Credit Union
United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Joe Treece to Mortgage Advisor in Rogers. Treece is based at United’s Promenade branch located at 2000 S. Promenade Blvd. in Rogers.
PSCU/Co-op Solutions Announces “United in Vision” Theme and Lineup for Member Forum 2024 By Velera
PSCU/Co-op Solutions has announced the theme and programming for Member Forum 2024, which will be held April 10-12 in San Antonio at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa.
Press Releases – Malisha Yang Attains BSACS Designation from CUNA, Demonstrating Commitment to Excellence in Regulatory Compliance By Corporate Central Credit Union
Corporate Central is proud to announce that Malisha Yang, BSACS, CCUFC, Compliance Analyst, has achieved a significant professional milestone by earning the prestigious Bank Secrecy Act Compliance Specialist (BSACS) designation through the Credit Union National Association (CUNA).
CU Alliance Welcomes Mobility Credit Union to Boost Member Benefits with CU Certified™ Vehicle Service Contracts By FOCUSONE
Houston, TX | February 14, 2024 – CU Alliance® (CUA), a leading Credit Union Service Organization (CUSO) based in Houston, is excited to announce its collaboration with Mobility Credit Union, further expanding the CUSO’s footprint in the Dallas/Fort Worth Market.
Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger Announces New Fundraising Milestone By Maine Credit Union League
At a ceremony hosted by the Maine Credit Union League, Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger, announced it raised $1,221,868.94 in food and cash donations in 2023—marking a new fundraising milestone for the Campaign and exceeding its annual fundraising goal by over $200,000.