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.
Redwood Credit Union Names Kashi Moore-Stallworth Senior Vice President of People
Kashi Moore-Stallworth has been promoted to senior vice president of people for Redwood Credit Union.
GTE Financial Donates More Than 23K To Metro Inclusive Health, Supports DEI and Pride All Year Long
GTE Financial, a leading community-focused credit union in Tampa Bay, is reaffirming its unwavering commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and its support for Pride initiatives throughout the entire year. GTE successfully raised $6,200.14 for Metro Inclusive Health this year alone, contributing to $23,597 donated in the last three years. These funds bolster the
COCC Executes Strategic Partnership to Deliver Clover® State-of-the-art Merchant Services
COCC is thrilled to announce its partnership with First Data, a global leader in payments processing to offer the Clover® point-of-sale card processing solution.
Perfect Alignment: How COCC’s Client Success Team Powers Community Financial Institutions Through Strategic Innovation
Imagine a partnership where every vision is perfectly realized, seamlessly aligned with advanced technology and comprehensive support—this is precisely the landscape today’s community banks and credit unions navigate as digital transformation reshapes their sector. Faced with the dual pressures of escalating customer expectations and stringent regulatory demands, financial institutions find a crucial ally in COCC’s
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 26, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Education Foundation for California Schools Raises an Estimated $160,000 During Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
The Education Foundation for California Schools, a non-profit organization created by SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union and the Orange County Department of Education in 2003, today announced that its annual golf tournament fundraising event raised an estimated $160,000. The event was held June 24 at the Newport Beach Country Club in Newport Beach. The funds raised
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Team Raises $56,390 for CHOC Walk in the Park 2024
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, today announced that its team raised more than $56,390 for Children’s Health of Orange County (CHOC) during CHOC Walk in the Park 2024. This marks the third year in a row as the highest fundraising corporate team at CHOC Walk.
BECU Expands Services in Spokane with New Neighborhood Financial Center in South Hill
BECU, Washington’s largest credit union, today announced plans to open a new Neighborhood Financial Center (NFC) in the South Hill area of Spokane. The new location is expected to open in the first quarter of 2025.
myCUES Dashboard Gets Smarter: CUES Announces Upgrade Powered by Amazon Web Services
Talent development leader CUES is excited to announce a significant upgrade to its award-winning myCUES Dashboard. The dashboard, designed to provide CUES members easy access to their full array of membership benefits, now includes myCUES Learning enhanced by AI for even greater personalization and functionality.
Eltropy Leads Credit Unions and Community Banks into New “Safe AI” Era with Comprehensive AI Suite
Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), today announced the general availability of the industry’s most advanced Safe-AI suite built exclusively for credit unions and community banks. The comprehensive suite includes AI Agents, AI Assistants, and AI Intelligence, designed to enhance service, operational efficiency, and provide better conversation intelligence for credit
BCU Announces 2024 Scholarship Program Recipients
BCU’s commitment to Empowering People To Discover Financial Freedom continues with the announcement of the 2024 scholarship program recipients. This year, BCU is honored to present ten distinguished Leader of Tomorrow awards – including the new Tom Hodson Compassionate Leader Award for outstanding leadership and commitment to service, and two new A. Rex Johnson BCU
Advia Credit Union Partners with ECHO, Inc to Support Wisconsin Tornado Relief Efforts with $11K Contribution
Advia Credit Union has contributed $11,000 to ECHO, Inc. through its Advancing Lives Grants to assist Wisconsin tornado victims following the June tornadoes that hit southwest Wisconsin. This donation is part of a broader initiative that has raised $35,000 for the community.
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Recognized for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in California and the largest in the country serving school employees and their families, today announced that the Credit Union has been recognized by the Orange County Business Journal for its ongoing efforts and commitment to create a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment. In a special
Advia Credit Union Earns Forbes’ 2024 Best-in-State Recognition
Advia Credit Union has been named one of the Best-in-State Credit Unions by Forbes for 2024. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes, a global business company, in collaboration with Statista Inc., a leading statistics portal and industry ranking research firm.
Redwood Credit Union Birthday Benefit Bash Raises Over $24,000 for Local Nonprofits
A shared birthday party benefit hosted by two friends has ended on a high note, gifting a future filled with music to youth in Marin County.
SECU Foundation Renews Support of Lead for North Carolina with $1 Million Grant
SECU Foundation has announced its renewed support of Lead for North Carolina (LFNC), a post-graduate fellowship program at the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill School of Government. With its $1 million grant, the Foundation will serve as the lead funder for the placement of up to 150 LFNC SECU fellows in paid
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 19, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Illinois Credit Union League Announces 2024 Award Winners
The Illinois Credit Union League is excited to announce the 2024 Award winners.
COCC Hosts Successful 2024 Spring Tech Forum and Partners Expo
On May 8-9, 2024, COCC proudly hosted its 2024 Spring Tech Forum and Partners Expo at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Bristol, CT. This immersive event brought together a dynamic mix of COCC leadership, resident experts, industry leaders, and tech enthusiasts from trusted partners to discuss emerging trends and share knowledge in a highly interactive
TruChoice FCU expands leadership team with new promotions
SOUTH PORTLAND, ME, July 19, 2024 – Four TruChoice employees were recently promoted within its leadership team. Ryan Adams is now Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Jessica Holland has been promoted to Vice President of Member Experience, Kaj Johanson to Vice President of Lending, and Lisa Rowley to Vice President of Planning &
SECU Joins North Carolina Governor’s Office for School Supply Drive to Benefit Teachers and Students
State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) is pleased to announce its support for the 2024 Governor’s School Supply Drive to help teachers and students get the items they need for the upcoming school year. In its sixth year to provide collection sites for the event, SECU is accepting donations at its statewide network of 275 branches
TruPartner Credit Union announces Vice President of Lending
TruPartner Credit Union is pleased to announce Eric Jones as Vice President of Lending.
SafeAmerica Credit Union Member Appreciation Week Winner
-SafeAmerica Credit Union Member Appreciation Week 2024- Thanks to everyone who stopped by and participated in the SafeAmerica Credit Union Member Appreciation Week! SafeAmerica is pleased to announce the winner of their eBike giveaway. Congratulations Heidi W.!
YMC Elevates Member Web Experience
For nearly 20 years, Your Marketing Co. has heard and seen first-hand web design companies that overpromise, underdeliver, and hide costs behind long-term contracts. It’s what led the strategic marketing agency to form its sister company, Uncommn, in 2017, and earlier this year YMC moved credit union web design completely in-house.
Christian Financial Awards $15,000 in scholarships to local high school graduates
Christian Financial Credit Union named 15 students as recipients of the Bathanti-D’Agostino Memorial Scholarship for 2024, awarding a total of $15,000 in scholarships. The scholarship, established to honor the early pioneers of the credit union, recognizes academic achievement and community involvement.
AI, Fraud, Delinquency & Growth Strategies: Dive Deep at Eltropy’s Leadership Summit
Eltropy, the leading AI-powered conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), announced its third annual Leadership Summit, scheduled for August 26 – 28, 2024, at the picturesque Sundance Mountain Resort in Utah. This exclusive event brings together C-suite executives and leaders from credit unions and community banks for an immersive experience focused on innovation, growth,
Open Lending Partners with Securian Financial Group
Open Lending announced a partnership with Securian Financial Group, Inc. that enables Open Lending to provide auto loan default insurance coverage through its flagship Lenders Protection program to auto lenders as a means to protect lender portfolios against market volatility.
Universal 1 Credit Union Hosts Free Community Shred Event to Benefit the American Heart Association
Dayton, Ohio – Universal 1 Credit Union (U1) is pleased to announce a Free Community Shred Event, benefiting the American Heart Association. The event will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. or until the trucks have reached capacity on Saturday, August 10, 2024, in the parking lot adjacent to 1 River Park Dr.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 12, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
| Corporate Central Announces Promotion of Shannon Cate to Newly Created Member Experience Role
Corporate Central is thrilled to announce that Shannon Cate, NCP, CCUFC, has been promoted to Director of Member Experience. Cate has been a dedicated and invaluable member of the Corporate Central team for almost ten years, most recently serving as Manager Member Services for the past year. Her unwavering commitment to member service excellence, coupled
Redwood Credit Union Names Kashi Moore-Stallworth Senior Vice President of People
GTE Financial Donates More Than 23K To Metro Inclusive Health, Supports DEI and Pride All Year Long
COCC Executes Strategic Partnership to Deliver Clover® State-of-the-art Merchant Services
Perfect Alignment: How COCC’s Client Success Team Powers Community Financial Institutions Through Strategic Innovation
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 26, 2024
Education Foundation for California Schools Raises an Estimated $160,000 During Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Team Raises $56,390 for CHOC Walk in the Park 2024
BECU Expands Services in Spokane with New Neighborhood Financial Center in South Hill
myCUES Dashboard Gets Smarter: CUES Announces Upgrade Powered by Amazon Web Services
Eltropy Leads Credit Unions and Community Banks into New “Safe AI” Era with Comprehensive AI Suite
BCU Announces 2024 Scholarship Program Recipients
Advia Credit Union Partners with ECHO, Inc to Support Wisconsin Tornado Relief Efforts with $11K Contribution
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Recognized for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Advia Credit Union Earns Forbes’ 2024 Best-in-State Recognition
Redwood Credit Union Birthday Benefit Bash Raises Over $24,000 for Local Nonprofits
SECU Foundation Renews Support of Lead for North Carolina with $1 Million Grant
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 19, 2024
Illinois Credit Union League Announces 2024 Award Winners
COCC Hosts Successful 2024 Spring Tech Forum and Partners Expo
TruChoice FCU expands leadership team with new promotions
SECU Joins North Carolina Governor’s Office for School Supply Drive to Benefit Teachers and Students
TruPartner Credit Union announces Vice President of Lending
SafeAmerica Credit Union Member Appreciation Week Winner
YMC Elevates Member Web Experience
Christian Financial Awards $15,000 in scholarships to local high school graduates
AI, Fraud, Delinquency & Growth Strategies: Dive Deep at Eltropy’s Leadership Summit
Open Lending Partners with Securian Financial Group
Universal 1 Credit Union Hosts Free Community Shred Event to Benefit the American Heart Association
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 12, 2024
| Corporate Central Announces Promotion of Shannon Cate to Newly Created Member Experience Role
Redwood Credit Union Names Kashi Moore-Stallworth Senior Vice President of People
GTE Financial Donates More Than 23K To Metro Inclusive Health, Supports DEI and Pride All Year Long
COCC Executes Strategic Partnership to Deliver Clover® State-of-the-art Merchant Services
Perfect Alignment: How COCC’s Client Success Team Powers Community Financial Institutions Through Strategic Innovation
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 26, 2024
Education Foundation for California Schools Raises an Estimated $160,000 During Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Team Raises $56,390 for CHOC Walk in the Park 2024
BECU Expands Services in Spokane with New Neighborhood Financial Center in South Hill
myCUES Dashboard Gets Smarter: CUES Announces Upgrade Powered by Amazon Web Services
Eltropy Leads Credit Unions and Community Banks into New “Safe AI” Era with Comprehensive AI Suite
BCU Announces 2024 Scholarship Program Recipients
Advia Credit Union Partners with ECHO, Inc to Support Wisconsin Tornado Relief Efforts with $11K Contribution
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Recognized for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Advia Credit Union Earns Forbes’ 2024 Best-in-State Recognition
Redwood Credit Union Birthday Benefit Bash Raises Over $24,000 for Local Nonprofits
SECU Foundation Renews Support of Lead for North Carolina with $1 Million Grant
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 19, 2024
Illinois Credit Union League Announces 2024 Award Winners
COCC Hosts Successful 2024 Spring Tech Forum and Partners Expo
TruChoice FCU expands leadership team with new promotions
SECU Joins North Carolina Governor’s Office for School Supply Drive to Benefit Teachers and Students
TruPartner Credit Union announces Vice President of Lending
SafeAmerica Credit Union Member Appreciation Week Winner
YMC Elevates Member Web Experience
Christian Financial Awards $15,000 in scholarships to local high school graduates
AI, Fraud, Delinquency & Growth Strategies: Dive Deep at Eltropy’s Leadership Summit
Open Lending Partners with Securian Financial Group
Universal 1 Credit Union Hosts Free Community Shred Event to Benefit the American Heart Association
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: July 12, 2024
| Corporate Central Announces Promotion of Shannon Cate to Newly Created Member Experience Role
SECU Foundation Supports Disaster Preparedness with $250,000 Contribution to Feeding the Carolinas
UMassFive Donates Thousands of Personal Care Items to Local Survival Centers
United Federal Credit Union Recognized as Global Workplace Leader
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: September 06, 2024
CU Student Choice and Directions Credit Union Offer New Financing Option for Aviation Maintenance Trainees
Sound Credit Union and UW Tacoma’s Milgard Center for Business Analytics Announce Statewide FinTech Competition
