Industry Press
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GTE FINANCIAL TO HOST FREE CAR SHOW IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE YANKEES AT STEINBRENNER FIELD TO RAISE MONEY FOR LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Local credit union, GTE Financial, is proud to present their inaugural event, Family Motor Fest, a family-friendly festival to raise money for local scholarships in partnership with the Yankees. Hosted at George M. Steinbrenner Field, this event will feature 400 show cars, food trucks, a kids zone, bounce houses, a MOSI exhibition, and much more.
GTE Financial Wins In Financial Literacy And Education At Gramercy Institute’s 2023 Financial Content Marketing Awards
GTE Financial, one of Tampa’s largest locally owned and operated financial institutions, is happy to announce they won in the financial literacy and education category for its GTE Level Up program at the Gramercy Institute’s 2023 Financial Content Marketing Awards. GTE’s Level Up program provides free financial literacy workshops for teens and young adults, teaching
GTE FINANCIAL EARNS 2023 GOLD AETNA WORKPLACE WELL-BEING AWARD
GTE Financial is proud to announce they have earned the Making a Difference Gold level Aetna Workplace Well-Being Award for the seventh consecutive year. This award recognizes a strong commitment to providing workplace well-being resources, programs, and support for employees. As an employer with a strong commitment to improving the health and wellness of its
GTE Financial Awards $78,000 In Scholarships To 26 Dedicated Students
GTE Financial leads the way in education, awarding 26 Tampa Bay student scholarships at the 12th Annual Scholarship Luncheon. Finalists received $3,000 each and spent the afternoon celebrating at TPepin’s Hospitality Centre with their families, the Judging Committee, GTE’s Executive Management team, and GTE’s Board of Directors.
GTE Financial’s Judging Panel Awards 26 Lucky Recipients For 12th Annual Student Scholarship Program
As a leading not-for-profit credit union, GTE Financial continues to support education and young adults in the Tampa Bay area through its annual student scholarship program. A select committee of Tampa Bay’s top professionals recently convened to select the recipients awarding 26 dedicated students with $3,000 scholarships, a total of $78,000 in award proceeds.
GTE Financial Promotes Long-Time Team Member To AVP Of Talent Acquisition
Locally owned and operated credit union GTE Financial continues to elevate its elite talent team. The credit union is happy to announce the promotion of long-time GTE team member, Marian Ringuette, to Assistant Vice President of Talent Acquisition.
GTE Financial Wins Three Awards For Innovative Marketing, Including Silver in Social Media
GTE Financial, Tampa’s premier not-for-profit credit union, is a winning recipient of three awards at the 2023 Marketing Association of Credit Unions (MAC) national competition. The credit union received Silver for its exceptional social media efforts, a Bronze for its Instant Cash Brochure, and another Bronze for its Virtual Product Tutorials.
GTE Financial Promotes Two Long-Time Employees
Locally owned and operated credit union, GTE Financial continues to build skilled and passionate teams. The financial institution is proud to announce the promotions of Ashley Stimatz to Vice President and Chief of Staff to the President and Chief Executive Officer and Chris Murrin to Assistant Vice President of Community Financial Center Operations.
GTE Financial Launches New Loan Program For Employees
GTE Financial, one of Tampa Bay’s largest financial institutions, continues to provide new and industry-leading benefits to its valued employees. Credit union employees can now qualify for a more significant discount on auto loans with 2% off the approved rate tier and receive a 1% rate discount on a GTE Mortgage with a new program
GTE FINANCIAL RECOGNIZED AS TAMPA BAY TIMES TOP WORKPLACE FOR NINTH YEAR IN A ROW
TAMPA, FL April 2023: GTE Financial, one of Tampa Bay’s most prominent and locally owned credit unions, is proud to announce they have been named one of the Tampa Bay Times 2023 Top Workplaces. The financial institution ranked 10 in the mid-size category (150-499 employees) for the ninth consecutive year.
GTE FINANCIAL APPOINTS NEW ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT OF TOTAL REWARDS
GTE Financial continues to recruit exceptional leadership and build knowledgeable, passionate teams to stand out from other financial institutions in Florida. The credit union is pleased to announce the onboarding of Melissa Masoud, the new Assistant Vice President of Total Awards.
GTE Financial Chief Lending Officer Named 2023 Businesswoman Of The Year
Not-for-profit financial institution, GTE Financial, is proud to announce Dona Svehla, Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer, has been named a 2023 BusinessWoman of the Year honoree by the Tampa Bay Business Journal. Chosen from hundreds of nominees, Svehla is among 31 honorees getting recognition this year.
GTE’S 12TH ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP INCREASED TO $3K FOR 26 STUDENTS
GTE Financial continues to give back to members and support education with its 12th annual student scholarship program. The credit union has elevated its awards from $2,500 to $3,000 to support student members and their educational journeys.
GTE FINANCIAL TO HOST 10TH ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP SCRAMBLE GOLF TOURNAMENT
Leading not-for-profit credit union, GTE Financial, is thrilled to host its 10th annual Scholarship Scramble Golf Tournament to raise funds for the GTE Student Scholarship program. The tournament will take place on Monday, March 6, at The Bayou Club. Registration opens at 10:30 AM, and the tournament will begin at Noon.
GTE Financial Announces Acquisition Of Local Insurance Group Serving Hispanic Community
GTE Financial, one of Tampa Bay’s leading financial institutions, has acquired Blue Star Insurance Group Inc., a local and regional agency focusing on auto, home, business, life, and health insurance. The acquisition helps the credit union expand its insurance offerings into Tampa’s Hispanic market.
GTE Financial Takes Its Rewards Program To New Level With Pay With Points
GTE Financial, one of Tampa’s leading financial institutions, is taking its rewards program, Go Points, a step further with a new Pay With Points feature.
GTE Financial Raised Over $500K In 2022 For Local Tampa Bay Organizations
GTE Financial’s goal is to benefit the community through passionate support of local charities and initiatives that prioritize people over profits. The not-for-profit financial institution raised and donated $514,174 to local Tampa Bay charities and organizations in 2022.
GTE FINANCIAL GIFTS HOLIDAY WISHLISTS TO 8 FAMILIES FOR THE 9TH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
TAMPA, FL, December 2022: As a leading not-for-profit credit union, GTE Financial is committed to giving back to the Tampa Bay community and putting members first. The credit union is fulfilling the holiday wish lists of eight member families through its Make Hope Real initiative for the 9th consecutive year.
GTE FINANCIAL PROMOTES NEW AVP OF INVESTMENTS AND AVP OF INSURANCE AGENCY
TAMPA, FL December 2022: Locally owned and operated credit union, GTE Financial, continues to build a knowledgeable and passionate team. The organization is pleased to announce the promotions of Michael Simon to AVP of Investments and August Hopf to AVP of Insurance Agency.
GTE FINANCIAL NOW OFFERS BUSINESS CHECKING ACCOUNTS TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
GTE Financial, one of Tampa’s leading financial institutions, announces it is now offering checking accounts to local nonprofit organizations to position them for maximum impact with fewer fees, more services, and partnership opportunities. With GTE’s commitment to philanthropy and nonprofits around Tampa Bay, the credit union is proud to offer organizations an option that aligns
GTE FINANCIAL OPENS MEMBER SUBMISSIONS FOR NINTH ANNUAL MAKE HOPE REAL INITIATIVE
As a not-for-profit credit union, GTE Financial prides itself on giving back to the Tampa Bay community and putting members first. For the ninth consecutive year, the credit union is accepting member submissions for its Make Hope Real initiative, an internal philanthropic effort meant to help families in need during the holiday season.
GTE FINANCIAL CEO TO SPEAK ON INCLUSIVE LEADERSHIP AT NCUA’S DEI & ACCESS SUMMIT
Brian Best, President and CEO of GTE Financial, one of Tampa Bay’s largest financial institutions, will speak at this year’s National Credit Union Administration’s (NCUA) DEI & Access Summit.
GTE FINANCIAL SVP AND CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER NAMED 2022 40 UNDER 40 HONOREE
Local Tampa Bay credit union, GTE Financial, is proud to announce Jennifer Maxfield, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, has been named a 40 under 40 honoree for both the Tampa Bay Business Journal (TBBJ) and the Business Observer. With over 700 nominations this year, Maxfield was chosen among the most competitive pool of
GTE Financial Wins At Gramercy Institute Financial Content Marketing Awards
GTE Financial, one of Tampa’s largest locally owned and operated financial institutions, is happy to announce they won the Internal Marketing category at the Gramercy Institute’s 2022 Financial Content Marketing Awards. The Gramercy Institute recognized the credit union for its Culture Book, a collection of photos of GTE employees, community and philanthropy events, a letter
GTE FINANCIAL PROMOTES GERHARD TOTH TO VICE PRESIDENT OF BUSINESS BANKING
GTE Financial, Tampa’s premier not-for-profit credit union, is pleased to announce the promotion of Gerhard Toth to Vice President of Business Banking. Toth quickly worked his way up after his first year at the credit union from Business Banking Manager to Vice President.
GTE Financial Triumphs with Bronze Marketing Association of Credit Unions Award for Culture/Internal Branding for Compliance Week
Maine Credit Unions Launch Challenge to Fight Hunger
Corporate Central Welcomes Raghu Gandhe as Data and Analytics Architect
myCUmortgage and FedComp Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Credit Union Mortgage Services
Teachers Federal Credit Union Sets Goal to Raise $150,000 for the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Valley First Credit Union Earns Prestigious Juntos Avanzamos Designation
81 CDFI CU Grants Push CU Strategic Planning Clients’ Total to Over $1 Billion
Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union Partners With Arkatechture to Improve Member Experience Through Data
Day Air Host Member Appreciation Event at Day Air Ballpark
Habitat for Humanity works with Local Credit Unions to Build Fifth House that Credit Unions Built
Virginia Bureau of Financial Institutions Receives NASCUS Reaccreditation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Named ‘Best Credit Union’ in the Inland Empire
Envisant and Curql Fund II Gain Momentum with $2 Million Secured in Early Commitments
Eltropy Showcases AI-Powered Solutions at Over 20 Industry Events to Close Out 2024
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF LIFE. MONEY. YOU.® AMONG 2024 CU TIMES LUMINARIES FINALISTS
Orianna Valentine Achieves Prestigious Dual Digital Marketing Certifications
Education Foundation for California Schools Announces Call for Applications for Teacher Grant Awards
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: September 20, 2024
United Federal Credit Union Names Tracy Mast Branch Manager in Buchanan
2024 CUES Emerge Competition Judging Panel Announced
Alogent Recognized as Finalist in Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards for Payment Solutions Innovation
NASCUS Announces 2024-25 Board and Advisory Council Election Results
Coop Manati Chooses Sharetec for Its Modernization & Efficiency
HealthShare Grants $50,000 in Down Payment Assistance
Synergent and Jack Henry Celebrate 20 Years of Partnership
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Funds Cal Poly Pomona Credentialing Program
Centra Credit Union names Lynne Coverdale as new Mortgage Loan Consultant
Debbie Joins CUNA Strategic Services as New Alliance Provider
U.S. Senate Federal Credit Union Showcases Innovative AI Use at VMware Explore 2024
GreenState teams up with local Brewery to make a greener Iowa
GTE Financial Triumphs with Bronze Marketing Association of Credit Unions Award for Culture/Internal Branding for Compliance Week
Maine Credit Unions Launch Challenge to Fight Hunger
Corporate Central Welcomes Raghu Gandhe as Data and Analytics Architect
myCUmortgage and FedComp Announce Strategic Partnership to Deliver Credit Union Mortgage Services
Teachers Federal Credit Union Sets Goal to Raise $150,000 for the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
Valley First Credit Union Earns Prestigious Juntos Avanzamos Designation
81 CDFI CU Grants Push CU Strategic Planning Clients’ Total to Over $1 Billion
Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union Partners With Arkatechture to Improve Member Experience Through Data
Day Air Host Member Appreciation Event at Day Air Ballpark
Habitat for Humanity works with Local Credit Unions to Build Fifth House that Credit Unions Built
Virginia Bureau of Financial Institutions Receives NASCUS Reaccreditation
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Named ‘Best Credit Union’ in the Inland Empire
Envisant and Curql Fund II Gain Momentum with $2 Million Secured in Early Commitments
Eltropy Showcases AI-Powered Solutions at Over 20 Industry Events to Close Out 2024
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF LIFE. MONEY. YOU.® AMONG 2024 CU TIMES LUMINARIES FINALISTS
Orianna Valentine Achieves Prestigious Dual Digital Marketing Certifications
Education Foundation for California Schools Announces Call for Applications for Teacher Grant Awards
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: September 20, 2024
United Federal Credit Union Names Tracy Mast Branch Manager in Buchanan
2024 CUES Emerge Competition Judging Panel Announced
Alogent Recognized as Finalist in Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards for Payment Solutions Innovation
NASCUS Announces 2024-25 Board and Advisory Council Election Results
Coop Manati Chooses Sharetec for Its Modernization & Efficiency
HealthShare Grants $50,000 in Down Payment Assistance
Synergent and Jack Henry Celebrate 20 Years of Partnership
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Funds Cal Poly Pomona Credentialing Program
Centra Credit Union names Lynne Coverdale as new Mortgage Loan Consultant
Debbie Joins CUNA Strategic Services as New Alliance Provider
U.S. Senate Federal Credit Union Showcases Innovative AI Use at VMware Explore 2024
GreenState teams up with local Brewery to make a greener Iowa
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Carson City
Sharetec Expands Partnership with Larky to Provide nudge® Push Notification Platform to All Clients
ACUMA Announces the 2026 Make Your Mark Annual Conference Dates & Location
Join Us for International Credit Union Day: “One World Through Cooperative Finance” at Advia Credit Union
United Federal Credit Union Pledges $85,000 for Hurricane Helene Relief Efforts in Western North Carolina
CUES CELEBRATES EXCELLENCE: ANNOUNCING 2024 AWARD WINNERS AND HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE
