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.
$2.5 Billion Credit Union Partners with CUSO Financial Services
Polish & Slavic Joins CFS Because of Established Startup Experience
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.
Unitus Community Credit Union Launches Spanish-Language Chatbot with Glia
Credit union is the first in the Pacific Northwest to offer a Spanish-speaking chatbot New York, July 26, 2023 – Glia, the customer interaction leader unifying Digital Customer Service (DCS), phone and automated self-service on a single platform, has partnered with $1.7 billion-asset Unitus Community Credit Union to successfully launch a Spanish-speaking chatbot. Unitus experienced
$252 Million One Credit Union Joins CUSO Financial Services
New England-Based One Credit Union Expands Member Services with New Partnership
UMassFive Aids Local Farmers with Flood Relief Donations
Hadley, MA – UMassFive College Federal Credit Union (UMassFive) is proud to announce its recent donation of $2,500 to aid local farms impacted by the recent severe flooding in Western Massachusetts. The donations, made directly to the farms, have provided essential support to farmers who have all faced significant challenges due to the devastating floods,
SECU Foundation Grant Helps New Hanover County Non-Profit Open Doors to New Shelter
SECU Foundation recently announced its support for Domestic Violence Shelter & Services, Inc. (DVSS), providing $450,000 in funding to complete the non-profit’s capital campaign to open a newly built shelter in New Hanover County. DVSS is the only agency in the county that provides emergency shelter and support services to individuals impacted by domestic violence.
CUES Directors Conference 2023 Heads to Lahaina, Maui, HI
CUES Directors Conference, the must-attend event for credit union board members, is heading to Lahaina, Maui, HI, December 10-13, talent development leader CUES has announced.
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Lead Member Experience and Personalization Efforts
United Federal Credit Union is excited to announce two promotions aimed at increasing member services. Kylie Glupker has been named Director of Personalization, and Justin Neu has been named Member Service Center Director.
A CUSO and an Association Collaborate to Deliver Competitive Health Plans to Business Members
InterLutions recently launched a partnership with the Healthcare Credit Union Association (HCUA) to help credit unions deliver competitive health plans to their members, business accounts, and employees. The collaboration will give more consumers access to I-Care, a pioneering employee benefits solution designed to mitigate rising health costs.
Origence and Eltropy Partnership Elevates Loan Origination Experience for Consumers
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, and Eltropy, the leading digital communications platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), are expanding their partnership to deliver an enhanced loan origination experience. The integration between Origence and Eltropy combines the strengths of both platforms, providing a comprehensive solution for credit unions to drive revenue
Eltropy and Origence Partnership Elevates Loan Origination Experience for Consumers
Eltropy, the leading digital communications platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), and Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, are expanding their partnership to deliver an enhanced loan origination experience. The integration between Origence and Eltropy combines the strengths of both platforms, providing a comprehensive solution for credit unions to drive revenue
SECU Joins North Carolina Governor’s Office for School Supply Drive to Benefit Teachers and Students
State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) announced today its support for the 2023 Governor’s School Supply Drive to help teachers and students get the items they need for the upcoming school year. In its fifth year to provide collection sites for the event, SECU is accepting donations across its statewide network of 275 branches now through
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Reno, Nevada
United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of Beatriz Pico to Mortgage Advisor in Reno. Pico is based at United’s loan office at 13898 S. Virginia Street in Reno.
OCCU’s four-day workweek pilot shows benefits for members and team
Four months into a pilot program to test a four-day, 32-hour workweek in its Member Contact Center, OCCU is already seeing results in the form of more satisfied members and happier employees. • In March 2023, OCCU began piloting a four-day, 32-workweek in its Member Contact Center. • At the four-month mark, metrics show positive
Mazuma Credit Union is Bringing “I Love My Credit Union Day” Festivities to KC
In cooperation with Envisant, a subsidiary of the Illinois Credit Union League (ICUL), Kansas City’s Mazuma Credit Union will host I Love My Credit Union Day events at the majority of its branch locations across the metropolitan area on Friday, July 28th.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 21, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
How Financial Institutions Should Prepare for the Return of Student Loan Repayments
With President Biden’s student loan relief plan invalidated by the Supreme Court, borrowers will resume payments on their student loans this September. We have already seen an increase in delinquencies at the start of 2023, and without further debt relief, we will likely see another uptick when student loan payments resume. Both financial institutions and
Advia Credit Union proud to announce Key New Hires and Promotions
Advia Credit Union is pleased to announce various internal promotions and new hires within the organization. These developments reflect the credit union’s commitment to fostering growth, recognizing achievements, and strengthening the institution’s position as a trusted financial partner.
We Florida Financial Chooses CUSO Financial Services
$750 million credit union is sixth to join CUSO Financial Services (CFS) from LPL this Quarter
EasCorp Joins the FedNow Service
Eastern Corporate Federal Credit Union (“EasCorp”) announced it is live on the Federal Reserve’s new instant payment rail, the FedNow Service. Among the first depository institutions, EasCorp is now able to support payment activity through settlement and liquidity services.
Vertifi Software Supports the FedNow Service, Advancing U.S. Payments System
Vertifi Software, LLC, (“Vertifi”) announced today it is now supporting live transactions on the Federal Reserve’s new instant payment rail, the FedNow Service. Vertifi is among the first service providers supporting transaction activity for financial institutions on the service.
Catalyst Corporate Announces First Member Credit Union is Live on the Federal Reserve’s FedNow Service through Catalyst
Catalyst Corporate Federal Credit Union announces Tucson, Arizona-based Pima Federal Credit Union is now live and successfully receiving instant payment transactions on the Federal Reserve’s FedNow Service through Catalyst. Pima Federal launched its service to members in tandem with the general release of the Federal Reserve’s service on July 19 at 6:01 p.m. Central Time.
Origence Hosts Economic and Lending Webcast with Elliot Eisenberg
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, is hosting a free webcast entitled “The US Economy: Rising Rates, Real Risks, and Recession?” with special guest speaker Economist Elliot Eisenberg on July 27, 2023 at time 11 am PDT.
Plain View Community Coalition Receives SECU Foundation Grant for Strategic Planning
Plain View Community Coalition (PVCC) recently received a $40,000 grant from SECU Foundation to help further its mission to promote outreach and improve access to health, wellness, and recreation activities for low-resourced youth, adults, and the elderly.
Texas Bay Credit Union Partners with Eltropy to Elevate Member Experience through Expanded Digital Communication Channels
Eltropy, the leading enterprise-wide digital conversations platform for community financial institutions, today announced it has partnered with Texas Bay Credit Union, a community financial institution (CFI) serving the greater Houston market. Texas Bay chose Eltropy as an important step in its ongoing digital transformation to help improve its member engagement across account openings, providing loans,
The Power of Rapid Decisions in Indirect Lending: Leveraging Technology for Success
Houston, TX | July 18, 2023. The need for rapid decisions has become a crucial trend in indirect lending within today’s highly competitive market. Dealers and lenders alike must be able to close deals swiftly to gain an edge over their competitors. Speedy decisions enhance the customer experience, drive sales, and reduce costs for lenders.
Corporate Central Welcomes Justin Burns as Software Engineer
Corporate Central is pleased to announce and welcome Justin Burns as a Software Engineer. In this role, Burns will create, code, test, debug, maintain, and troubleshoot complex applications to meet business requirements. He will design and develop business intelligence systems and database systems and design and maintain front-end user interfaces. In addition, he will provide
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 14, 2023
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Unlock Your Potential: Building Your Personal Brand Explores Professional Identity Best Practices
CUES is pleased to offer Unlock Your Potential: Building Your Personal Brand, a new online session designed to help the industry’s up-and-coming female professionals stand out in today’s competitive business landscape.
GTE Financial’s Judging Panel Awards 26 Lucky Recipients For 12th Annual Student Scholarship Program
$2.5 Billion Credit Union Partners with CUSO Financial Services
UMassFive Aids Local Farmers with Flood Relief Donations
$252 Million One Credit Union Joins CUSO Financial Services
Unitus Community Credit Union Launches Spanish-Language Chatbot with Glia
Eltropy and Origence Partnership Elevates Loan Origination Experience for Consumers
Origence and Eltropy Partnership Elevates Loan Origination Experience for Consumers
A CUSO and an Association Collaborate to Deliver Competitive Health Plans to Business Members
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Lead Member Experience and Personalization Efforts
CUES Directors Conference 2023 Heads to Lahaina, Maui, HI
SECU Foundation Grant Helps New Hanover County Non-Profit Open Doors to New Shelter
Mazuma Credit Union is Bringing “I Love My Credit Union Day” Festivities to KC
OCCU’s four-day workweek pilot shows benefits for members and team
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Reno, Nevada
SECU Joins North Carolina Governor’s Office for School Supply Drive to Benefit Teachers and Students
How Financial Institutions Should Prepare for the Return of Student Loan Repayments
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 21, 2023
Catalyst Corporate Announces First Member Credit Union is Live on the Federal Reserve’s FedNow Service through Catalyst
Vertifi Software Supports the FedNow Service, Advancing U.S. Payments System
EasCorp Joins the FedNow Service
We Florida Financial Chooses CUSO Financial Services
Advia Credit Union proud to announce Key New Hires and Promotions
The Power of Rapid Decisions in Indirect Lending: Leveraging Technology for Success
Texas Bay Credit Union Partners with Eltropy to Elevate Member Experience through Expanded Digital Communication Channels
Plain View Community Coalition Receives SECU Foundation Grant for Strategic Planning
Origence Hosts Economic and Lending Webcast with Elliot Eisenberg
Corporate Central Welcomes Justin Burns as Software Engineer
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 14, 2023
Straw Joins Truliant as Chief Retail Banking Officer
GTE Financial’s Judging Panel Awards 26 Lucky Recipients For 12th Annual Student Scholarship Program
$2.5 Billion Credit Union Partners with CUSO Financial Services
UMassFive Aids Local Farmers with Flood Relief Donations
$252 Million One Credit Union Joins CUSO Financial Services
Unitus Community Credit Union Launches Spanish-Language Chatbot with Glia
Eltropy and Origence Partnership Elevates Loan Origination Experience for Consumers
Origence and Eltropy Partnership Elevates Loan Origination Experience for Consumers
A CUSO and an Association Collaborate to Deliver Competitive Health Plans to Business Members
United Federal Credit Union Promotes Two to Lead Member Experience and Personalization Efforts
CUES Directors Conference 2023 Heads to Lahaina, Maui, HI
SECU Foundation Grant Helps New Hanover County Non-Profit Open Doors to New Shelter
Mazuma Credit Union is Bringing “I Love My Credit Union Day” Festivities to KC
OCCU’s four-day workweek pilot shows benefits for members and team
United Federal Credit Union Names New Mortgage Advisor in Reno, Nevada
SECU Joins North Carolina Governor’s Office for School Supply Drive to Benefit Teachers and Students
How Financial Institutions Should Prepare for the Return of Student Loan Repayments
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 21, 2023
Catalyst Corporate Announces First Member Credit Union is Live on the Federal Reserve’s FedNow Service through Catalyst
Vertifi Software Supports the FedNow Service, Advancing U.S. Payments System
EasCorp Joins the FedNow Service
We Florida Financial Chooses CUSO Financial Services
Advia Credit Union proud to announce Key New Hires and Promotions
The Power of Rapid Decisions in Indirect Lending: Leveraging Technology for Success
Texas Bay Credit Union Partners with Eltropy to Elevate Member Experience through Expanded Digital Communication Channels
Plain View Community Coalition Receives SECU Foundation Grant for Strategic Planning
Origence Hosts Economic and Lending Webcast with Elliot Eisenberg
Corporate Central Welcomes Justin Burns as Software Engineer
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 14, 2023
Straw Joins Truliant as Chief Retail Banking Officer
Hunter Pence’s Healthy Planet Project and Redwood Credit Union Team Up to Beautify San Francisco School
GTE Financial Launches Student Perks Program To Offer Rewards To Young Members
TowerCares Foundation Awards $150,000 in College Scholarships
GTE Financial Garners Prestigious 2024 Aetna Workplace Well-being Platinum Award
Gulf Winds Champions Children’s Health with Sponsorship of 2024 Cat Country Cares for Kids Radiothon in Partnership with Ascension Sacred Heart Foundation
LGE Community Credit Union Named a 2024 AJC Top Workplace
