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.
3Rivers Credit Union Partners with Local Organizations to Expand Real-World Financial Education Across Indiana
3Rivers Federal Credit Union has partnered with Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana and Fort Wayne Community Schools to develop and pilot a real-world financial literacy curriculum aligned with Indiana’s graduation requirement. The program combines classroom instruction with hands-on learning and access to financial professionals, helping students build practical money management skills before entering adulthood. Early
Appli CEO Tim Pranger to Demo AI-Powered Lending Tools at Financial Brand Forum
Appli, the creator of the industry’s first AI-powered smart financial calculator, today announced that Founder and CEO Tim Pranger will be on-site at The Financial Brand Forum April 13–15 at the Aria Hotel & Resort in Las Vegas, meeting with bank and credit union executives to discuss how Appli’s tools are helping financial institutions turn
Redwood Credit Union receives two Diamond Awards for marketing excellence at America’s Credit Unions competition
Redwood Credit Union has won two Diamond Awards in America’s Credit Unions Marketing, PR & Development Council’s annual nationwide competition recognizing excellence in credit union marketing in 2026, celebrating RCU’s charitable community engagement and empowering local small businesses in the North Bay Area to flourish.
Chartway Credit Union Wins Sixth Straight USA Today Top Workplaces Award
Chartway Credit Union is proud to announce that it has earned the prestigious 2026 USA Today Top Workplaces Award for the sixth consecutive year. Issued by Energage, a purpose-driven organization that develops solutions to build and brand Top Workplaces, the national award appears in USA Today. The Top Workplaces program has an 18-year history of
LAFCU honors longtime board members whose guidance shaped decades of growth
LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU employees gave a standing ovation to retiring members of its board of directors during the credit union’s recent All Staff Day, celebrating more than a century of combined leadership that helped guide LAFCU from its automotive-industry roots to the full-service, $1.1 billion financial institution it is today.
Registration Now Open for 2026 ALM First Financial Forum
Dallas, Texas – Financial institution executives and board members are encouraged to register now for ALM First’s 2026 Financial Forum, the firm’s flagship conference which regularly sells out each year. This year’s Financial Forum will be held on September 20 – 23 at The Four Seasons Austin in Austin, TX. The annual three-day conference is
Sound Credit Union and Junior Achievement Expand Partnership
TACOMA, Wash. – Sound Credit Union (Sound) celebrated its partnership with Junior Achievement of Washington (JA) with a ribbon-cutting ceremony recognizing the grand opening of Sound’s educational storefront located in the BizTown section of JA’s Auburn campus.
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Earns Seven Diamond Awards from America’s Credit Unions
The Marketing & Business Development Council of America’s Credit Unions awarded SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union seven Diamond Awards, one of the credit union industry’s most competitive annual marketing recognition programs. The Diamond Awards honor outstanding creative campaigns judged on both creative excellence and measurable results across more than 30 categories. Entries are judged by panels
OCEANAIR FCU TO LAUNCH SUITE OF STUDENT CHOICE LENDING SOLUTIONS
CU Student Choice announced its student loan and refinance solutions will soon be available to members of OceanAir Federal Credit Union.
Spotlighting the Industry’s Trailblazers: 2026 CUES Awards Nominations Now Open
MADISON, WI — April 8, 2026 — Nominations are open through May 15 for the 2026 CUES Awards & Recognition program, which honors individuals and credit unions whose impact is driving progress and strengthening the communities they serve.
Mainstreet Credit Union Selects Arkatechture as Strategic Data Analytics Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation
Mainstreet Credit Union’s partnership with Arkatechture will empower faster decision-making, predictive insights, and more personalized member service.
BCU SHINES IN 2026 DIAMOND AWARDS HONORING MARKETING EXCELLENCE
BCU was among 181 credit unions nationwide honored with the prestigious Diamond Awards at the America’s Credit Unions Marketing, PR & Development Council’s annual competition recognizing excellence in credit union marketing.
LGE Community Credit Union recognized with Diamond Award for outstanding social media efforts
LGE Community Credit Union was recently named as a winner of a Diamond Award, the America’s Credit Unions Marketing, PR & Development Council’s annual competition recognizing excellence in credit union marketing.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: April 03, 2026
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Great Plains FCU Selects Brad Schneider as New VP of Information Technology
Joplin, MO — Great Plains Federal Credit Union has selected Brad Schneider to serve as its new Vice President of Information Technology. He was placed by DDJ Myers, the well-known executive search and leadership development firm.
LAFCU recognized as a 2026 Inclusive Workplace
LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU, a Michigan-based credit union, has been recognized as a 2026 Inclusive Workplace by Best Companies Group. The designation highlights LAFCU’s commitment to fostering an environment where employees feel valued, respected and empowered to succeed.
Alogent’s Unify Shortlisted for Best PayTech Solution for Banks and FIs at the Banking Tech Awards USA 2026
Unify has been named a finalist for Best PayTech Solution for Banks & FIs at the 2026 Banking Tech Awards USA. This recognition reflects the value Unify delivers to financial institutions—streamlining deposit operations, strengthening fraud prevention, and enabling payments to scale on a single enterprise platform.
Callahan Introduces Dashboard-Level AI Analysis In Peer Suite
Washington, DC – Callahan & Associates announced the release of dashboard-level AI Analysis (beta) in Peer Suite, a new capability designed to help credit union teams interpret performance results more efficiently and center discussions on meaningful insights. The release expands on AI‑powered analysis for individual displays introduced late last year, taking performance interpretation to the next-level.
Justice Federal Credit Union Recognized as a 2026 Best Place to Work in Virginia
Justice Federal Credit Union, (Justice Federal), is honored to be recognized as a 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia, by Virginia Business.
Mark L. Robnett Announced as New CUES Board Chair
Justice Federal Credit Union, (Justice Federal), is pleased to announce that Mark L. Robnett, President and CEO will assume the role of Credit Union Executive Society, (CUES), Board Chair effective April 1, 2026, following the retirement of immediate past Board Chair Richard Romero, who has served the CUES Board with distinction for several years.
State Employees’ Credit Union Helps North Carolinians Build Financial Skills Through Free Education Events
In recognition of Financial Literacy Month in April, State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) is highlighting its free financial education programming offered through its network of 275 branches located in all 100 North Carolina counties.
Final call for Michigan schools to apply for LAFCU’s $10K Innovation for Education Grant
LANSING, Mich. — Michigan K–12 schools have until May 1 to apply for LAFCU’s 2026 Innovation for Education (LIFE) Grant, which will award $10,000 to one school for a project that enhances learning, creativity, and student well-being.
Community Credit Union Renews Core Processing Partnership with Synergent
WESTBROOK, ME (April 1, 2026) – Synergent® has entered into a ten-year hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing renewal agreement with Community Credit Union. The agreement also includes five-year agreements for integrated debit card services, digital banking, mobile deposit capture, check processing, statement processing, and laser check printing.
Quavo Unveils Industry’s First AI-Powered Analyst Delivering End-to-End 24/7 Dispute Automation
Quavo, Inc. (“Quavo”), the leading AI disputes technology partner and strategic advisor for financial institutions and technology companies, today announced the launch of Aria™, a breakthrough AI analyst built to work continuously alongside dispute teams, executing tasks, guiding decisions, and driving compliant outcomes at scale.
CUES Announces Mark Robnett as New Board Chair
MADISON, Wis.—March 31, 2026—CUES is pleased to announce that Mark Robnett, President/CEO of Justice Federal Credit Union, will assume the role of CUES Board Chair effective April 1, 2026, following the retirement of immediate past Board Chair Richard Romero, who has served the CUES board with distinction for six years.
Virginia Business Announces Chartway Credit Union as One of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia for Second Consecutive Year
For the second year in a row, Virginia Business has named Chartway Credit Union as one of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia. The awards are held in partnership with Best Companies Group.
Cooperative Credit Union Association Launches Data Strategy Assessment Initiative Powered by Arkatechture
New program gives credit union leaders a clear picture of where their data stands today and a custom playbook for next steps.
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Surpasses 10 Bitcoin in Digital Asset Vault Milestone
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union (SCFCU) has surpassed 10 Bitcoin safeguarded in its CU-Digital Asset Vault™, reaching the milestone within the first weeks of availability to members. Early adoption signals member demand for credit union-led digital asset safe-keeping.
EECU Supports 8th Annual Laotian Educational Conference
FRESNO, Calif. (March 30, 2026) – Educational Employees Credit Union (EECU) proudly sponsored the Annual Laotian Educational Conference hosted by the Laotian American Community of Fresno, which was held March 27 at the Fresno State Satellite Student Union.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 27, 2026
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
3Rivers Credit Union Partners with Local Organizations to Expand Real-World Financial Education Across Indiana
Appli CEO Tim Pranger to Demo AI-Powered Lending Tools at Financial Brand Forum
Redwood Credit Union receives two Diamond Awards for marketing excellence at America’s Credit Unions competition
Chartway Credit Union Wins Sixth Straight USA Today Top Workplaces Award
LAFCU honors longtime board members whose guidance shaped decades of growth
Registration Now Open for 2026 ALM First Financial Forum
Sound Credit Union and Junior Achievement Expand Partnership
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Earns Seven Diamond Awards from America’s Credit Unions
OCEANAIR FCU TO LAUNCH SUITE OF STUDENT CHOICE LENDING SOLUTIONS
Spotlighting the Industry’s Trailblazers: 2026 CUES Awards Nominations Now Open
Mainstreet Credit Union Selects Arkatechture as Strategic Data Analytics Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation
BCU SHINES IN 2026 DIAMOND AWARDS HONORING MARKETING EXCELLENCE
LGE Community Credit Union recognized with Diamond Award for outstanding social media efforts
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: April 03, 2026
Great Plains FCU Selects Brad Schneider as New VP of Information Technology
LAFCU recognized as a 2026 Inclusive Workplace
Alogent’s Unify Shortlisted for Best PayTech Solution for Banks and FIs at the Banking Tech Awards USA 2026
Callahan Introduces Dashboard-Level AI Analysis In Peer Suite
Justice Federal Credit Union Recognized as a 2026 Best Place to Work in Virginia
Mark L. Robnett Announced as New CUES Board Chair
State Employees’ Credit Union Helps North Carolinians Build Financial Skills Through Free Education Events
Final call for Michigan schools to apply for LAFCU’s $10K Innovation for Education Grant
Community Credit Union Renews Core Processing Partnership with Synergent
Quavo Unveils Industry’s First AI-Powered Analyst Delivering End-to-End 24/7 Dispute Automation
CUES Announces Mark Robnett as New Board Chair
Virginia Business Announces Chartway Credit Union as One of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia for Second Consecutive Year
Cooperative Credit Union Association Launches Data Strategy Assessment Initiative Powered by Arkatechture
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Surpasses 10 Bitcoin in Digital Asset Vault Milestone
EECU Supports 8th Annual Laotian Educational Conference
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 27, 2026
3Rivers Credit Union Partners with Local Organizations to Expand Real-World Financial Education Across Indiana
Appli CEO Tim Pranger to Demo AI-Powered Lending Tools at Financial Brand Forum
Redwood Credit Union receives two Diamond Awards for marketing excellence at America’s Credit Unions competition
Chartway Credit Union Wins Sixth Straight USA Today Top Workplaces Award
LAFCU honors longtime board members whose guidance shaped decades of growth
Registration Now Open for 2026 ALM First Financial Forum
Sound Credit Union and Junior Achievement Expand Partnership
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Earns Seven Diamond Awards from America’s Credit Unions
OCEANAIR FCU TO LAUNCH SUITE OF STUDENT CHOICE LENDING SOLUTIONS
Spotlighting the Industry’s Trailblazers: 2026 CUES Awards Nominations Now Open
Mainstreet Credit Union Selects Arkatechture as Strategic Data Analytics Partner to Accelerate Digital Transformation
BCU SHINES IN 2026 DIAMOND AWARDS HONORING MARKETING EXCELLENCE
LGE Community Credit Union recognized with Diamond Award for outstanding social media efforts
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: April 03, 2026
Great Plains FCU Selects Brad Schneider as New VP of Information Technology
LAFCU recognized as a 2026 Inclusive Workplace
Alogent’s Unify Shortlisted for Best PayTech Solution for Banks and FIs at the Banking Tech Awards USA 2026
Callahan Introduces Dashboard-Level AI Analysis In Peer Suite
Justice Federal Credit Union Recognized as a 2026 Best Place to Work in Virginia
Mark L. Robnett Announced as New CUES Board Chair
State Employees’ Credit Union Helps North Carolinians Build Financial Skills Through Free Education Events
Final call for Michigan schools to apply for LAFCU’s $10K Innovation for Education Grant
Community Credit Union Renews Core Processing Partnership with Synergent
Quavo Unveils Industry’s First AI-Powered Analyst Delivering End-to-End 24/7 Dispute Automation
CUES Announces Mark Robnett as New Board Chair
Virginia Business Announces Chartway Credit Union as One of the 2026 Best Places to Work in Virginia for Second Consecutive Year
Cooperative Credit Union Association Launches Data Strategy Assessment Initiative Powered by Arkatechture
St. Cloud Financial Credit Union Surpasses 10 Bitcoin in Digital Asset Vault Milestone
EECU Supports 8th Annual Laotian Educational Conference
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: March 27, 2026
Boucoup Wins Gold Stevie® Award in 2026 American Business Awards®
Maine Family Federal Credit Union Appoints Kaj Johansen as Vice President of Lending
SchoolsFirst FCU Partners with Santa Maria-Bonita School District to Celebrate 2nd Annual Excellence in Education Awards Gala
Meriwest Credit Union Celebrates the Grand Reopening of Its Newly Remodeled Santa Clara Branch
Gulf Winds Credit Union Raises Over $100,000 in Chip in Fore Charity Golf Tournament
Kayvee Kondapalli Named EVP and CIO at Greater Texas|Aggieland Credit Union
