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.
ORIGENCE DELIVERS RECORD $57.4 BILLION IN CREDIT UNION LOANS IN 2021
March 2, 2022
Credit unions on the CUDL Auto Lending Network were nations top auto lender in 2021.
HomeAdvantage adds Jean Theis as its first Chief Relationship Officer
March 2, 2022
HomeAdvantage®, the largest real estate CUSO in the US, has added Jean Theis as its first Chief Relationship Officer.
IWS Announces Partnership with Sharetec Core Processor
March 2, 2022
IWS Acquisition Corporation (IWS) is pleased to announce the newly acquired partnership of Sharetec Systems Inc.
Texas Trust and Texas Credit Union Merger Finalized
March 1, 2022
The merger of Texas Credit Union (formerly known as Texas Federal Credit Union) and Texas Trust Credit Union is complete.
Meritrust Credit Union Selects Constellation to Provide Digital Banking Services
March 1, 2022
Constellation signed an agreement to launch digital banking services on its patented, open development platform with Meritrust Federal Credit Union.
Alaska USA Honors Alaskas Military
March 1, 2022
12 members of Alaskas armed services, Military Spouse of the Year, and the Civic Leader of the Year were honored for their exceptional achievements.
NuMark Credit Union Selects Scienaptics Credit Decisioning Platform
March 1, 2022
Leading global AI-powered credit decision platform provider Scienaptic AI announced that NuMark Credit Union has chosen its underwriting platform.
United Federal Credit Union Branch Manager Named Southwest Michigan Regional Chambers Ambassador of the Year
March 1, 2022
United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Sandi Kopach was named Southwest Michigan Regional Chambers Ambassador of the Year for 2021.
Ascend Federal Credit Union, employees raise $1,270 for awareness and fight against women’s heart disease
March 1, 2022
Ascend Federal Credit Union and its employees raised $1,270 recently to support the American Heart Associations (AHAs) efforts to increase womens heart health awareness. Over ...
Bonifii Joins R3’s Digital Currencies Sandbox
March 1, 2022
Bonifii and a consortium of Credit Unions look to leverage R3 Sandbox for Digital Currencies to develop and test stablecoin use cases.
EECU Members Gain Enhanced Banking Tools with NCR Software
March 1, 2022
EECU selects NCR ATM as a Service to manage and modernize its ATM fleet.
Unitus Community Credit Union Enters Formal Partnership with the Consulate of Mexico in Portland
March 1, 2022
Unitus Community Credit Union partners with the Consulate of Mexico to provide education and services to members of the Mexican community in Portland.
Advia Credit Union President & CEO, Cheryl DeBoer, Announces Upcoming Retirement
March 1, 2022
President and CEO of Advia Credit Union, Cheryl DeBoer, has announced her upcoming retirement plans, anticipated for early 2023.
CO-OP Financial Services Adds New Speakers for THINK 22 Conference
February 28, 2022
CO-OP is adding two new world-class thought leaders to its line-up of keynote speakers for THINK 22, designed to help attendees "Rethink Everything."
Great Lakes Credit Union Announces New Branch Opening in Libertyville
February 28, 2022
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) today announced plans to open a new branch in Libertyville.
Bethpage Federal Credit Union to Go Live With Scienaptics AI-Powered Credit Decisioning Platform
February 28, 2022
Leading global AI-powered credit decisioning disruptor Scienaptic AI announced that Bethpage Federal Credit Union will implement its platform.
Greg Colucci Named Vice President of Mortgage Operations at United Federal Credit Union
February 28, 2022
United Federal Credit Union in St. Joseph, MI has announced the hiring of Greg Colucci to fill its position, Vice President of Mortgage Operations.
Texas Trust Employees Graduate from Leadership Academy
February 28, 2022
Six Texas Trust Credit Union employees advanced their credit union industry knowledge and learning through the Cornerstone Leadership Academy.
NEFCU, VSECU ANNOUNCE PLAN TO MERGE
February 28, 2022
New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU) and Vermont State Employees Credit Union (VSECU) announced plans to merge.
GTE FINANCIAL CONTINUES TO RAISE THE BAR IN FINANCIAL EDUCATION BY PROVIDING FREE FINANCIAL LITERACY CLASSES FOR TEENS AND ADULTS
February 28, 2022
One of GTEs educational programs, Level Up, provides free financial workshops for students ages 12-16.
Day Airs, Don Schweitzer, Elected to the SMRCOC Board of Directors
February 28, 2022
Day Air Credit Union is proud to announce that Don Schweitzer, Business Development Officer, was elected to the South Metro Regional Chamber of Commerce (SMRCOC) ...
Glia Partners with Over 150 Credit Unions to Deliver Digital Member Service
February 28, 2022
Glia announced today that more than 150 credit unions have selected its Digital Member Service platform.
ELGA Credit Union Decreases Service Charges
February 28, 2022
ELGA Credit Union announces that it has reduced its non-sufficient funds 15 for all members, delivering $4 million in annual savings for members.
Sharetec Welcomes 18 New Credit Unions in 2021
February 28, 2022
Sharetec is pleased to announce 18 new credit unions have partnered with Sharetec to be their next core banking solution.
Illinois Credit Union League and Coopera Partner on Focus Group Study
February 28, 2022
The Illinois Credit Union League and Coopera partnership to advance financial inclusion will enter a new phase in 2022.
CU Members Mortgage Launched New Technology Solutions Opportunities for Credit Unions
February 28, 2022
CU Members Mortgage launched Encompass® to enhance program offerings, streamline processes and further advance the member experience.
EJ Donaghey placed as CXO at Black Hills FCU
February 28, 2022
EJ Donaghey was placed as the Chief Experience Officer at Black Hills FCU.
CO-OP Financial Services Rebrands as Co-op Solutions
February 28, 2022
CO-OP Financial Services is now Co-op Solutions, the company announced today at GAC. The companys rebranding includes a new name, tagline and logo.
Corporate America CU First Corporate to Certify Multiple Core Systems on RTP® Network
February 28, 2022
Corporate America CU First Corporate to Certify Multiple Core Systems on RTP® Network Irondale, AL February 24, 2022 Through its work with The Clea
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 25, 2022
February 28, 2022
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the weeks economic developments.
ORIGENCE DELIVERS RECORD $57.4 BILLION IN CREDIT UNION LOANS IN 2021
March 2, 2022
Credit unions on the CUDL Auto Lending Network were nations top auto lender in 2021.
HomeAdvantage adds Jean Theis as its first Chief Relationship Officer
March 2, 2022
HomeAdvantage®, the largest real estate CUSO in the US, has added Jean Theis as its first Chief Relationship Officer.
IWS Announces Partnership with Sharetec Core Processor
March 2, 2022
IWS Acquisition Corporation (IWS) is pleased to announce the newly acquired partnership of Sharetec Systems Inc.
Texas Trust and Texas Credit Union Merger Finalized
March 1, 2022
The merger of Texas Credit Union (formerly known as Texas Federal Credit Union) and Texas Trust Credit Union is complete.
Meritrust Credit Union Selects Constellation to Provide Digital Banking Services
March 1, 2022
Constellation signed an agreement to launch digital banking services on its patented, open development platform with Meritrust Federal Credit Union.
Alaska USA Honors Alaskas Military
March 1, 2022
12 members of Alaskas armed services, Military Spouse of the Year, and the Civic Leader of the Year were honored for their exceptional achievements.
NuMark Credit Union Selects Scienaptics Credit Decisioning Platform
March 1, 2022
Leading global AI-powered credit decision platform provider Scienaptic AI announced that NuMark Credit Union has chosen its underwriting platform.
United Federal Credit Union Branch Manager Named Southwest Michigan Regional Chambers Ambassador of the Year
March 1, 2022
United Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Sandi Kopach was named Southwest Michigan Regional Chambers Ambassador of the Year for 2021.
Ascend Federal Credit Union, employees raise $1,270 for awareness and fight against women’s heart disease
March 1, 2022
Ascend Federal Credit Union and its employees raised $1,270 recently to support the American Heart Associations (AHAs) efforts to increase womens heart health awareness. Over ...
Bonifii Joins R3’s Digital Currencies Sandbox
March 1, 2022
Bonifii and a consortium of Credit Unions look to leverage R3 Sandbox for Digital Currencies to develop and test stablecoin use cases.
EECU Members Gain Enhanced Banking Tools with NCR Software
March 1, 2022
EECU selects NCR ATM as a Service to manage and modernize its ATM fleet.
Unitus Community Credit Union Enters Formal Partnership with the Consulate of Mexico in Portland
March 1, 2022
Unitus Community Credit Union partners with the Consulate of Mexico to provide education and services to members of the Mexican community in Portland.
Advia Credit Union President & CEO, Cheryl DeBoer, Announces Upcoming Retirement
March 1, 2022
President and CEO of Advia Credit Union, Cheryl DeBoer, has announced her upcoming retirement plans, anticipated for early 2023.
CO-OP Financial Services Adds New Speakers for THINK 22 Conference
February 28, 2022
CO-OP is adding two new world-class thought leaders to its line-up of keynote speakers for THINK 22, designed to help attendees "Rethink Everything."
Great Lakes Credit Union Announces New Branch Opening in Libertyville
February 28, 2022
Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) today announced plans to open a new branch in Libertyville.
Bethpage Federal Credit Union to Go Live With Scienaptics AI-Powered Credit Decisioning Platform
February 28, 2022
Leading global AI-powered credit decisioning disruptor Scienaptic AI announced that Bethpage Federal Credit Union will implement its platform.
Greg Colucci Named Vice President of Mortgage Operations at United Federal Credit Union
February 28, 2022
United Federal Credit Union in St. Joseph, MI has announced the hiring of Greg Colucci to fill its position, Vice President of Mortgage Operations.
Texas Trust Employees Graduate from Leadership Academy
February 28, 2022
Six Texas Trust Credit Union employees advanced their credit union industry knowledge and learning through the Cornerstone Leadership Academy.
NEFCU, VSECU ANNOUNCE PLAN TO MERGE
February 28, 2022
New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU) and Vermont State Employees Credit Union (VSECU) announced plans to merge.
GTE FINANCIAL CONTINUES TO RAISE THE BAR IN FINANCIAL EDUCATION BY PROVIDING FREE FINANCIAL LITERACY CLASSES FOR TEENS AND ADULTS
February 28, 2022
One of GTEs educational programs, Level Up, provides free financial workshops for students ages 12-16.
Day Airs, Don Schweitzer, Elected to the SMRCOC Board of Directors
February 28, 2022
Day Air Credit Union is proud to announce that Don Schweitzer, Business Development Officer, was elected to the South Metro Regional Chamber of Commerce (SMRCOC) ...
Glia Partners with Over 150 Credit Unions to Deliver Digital Member Service
February 28, 2022
Glia announced today that more than 150 credit unions have selected its Digital Member Service platform.
ELGA Credit Union Decreases Service Charges
February 28, 2022
ELGA Credit Union announces that it has reduced its non-sufficient funds 15 for all members, delivering $4 million in annual savings for members.
Sharetec Welcomes 18 New Credit Unions in 2021
February 28, 2022
Sharetec is pleased to announce 18 new credit unions have partnered with Sharetec to be their next core banking solution.
Illinois Credit Union League and Coopera Partner on Focus Group Study
February 28, 2022
The Illinois Credit Union League and Coopera partnership to advance financial inclusion will enter a new phase in 2022.
CU Members Mortgage Launched New Technology Solutions Opportunities for Credit Unions
February 28, 2022
CU Members Mortgage launched Encompass® to enhance program offerings, streamline processes and further advance the member experience.
EJ Donaghey placed as CXO at Black Hills FCU
February 28, 2022
EJ Donaghey was placed as the Chief Experience Officer at Black Hills FCU.
CO-OP Financial Services Rebrands as Co-op Solutions
February 28, 2022
CO-OP Financial Services is now Co-op Solutions, the company announced today at GAC. The companys rebranding includes a new name, tagline and logo.
Corporate America CU First Corporate to Certify Multiple Core Systems on RTP® Network
February 28, 2022
Corporate America CU First Corporate to Certify Multiple Core Systems on RTP® Network Irondale, AL February 24, 2022 Through its work with The Clea
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 25, 2022
February 28, 2022
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the weeks economic developments.
First Harvest Credit Union Announces Proposed Spin-off of its Williamsport, Pennsylvania Branch to Members 1st Federal Credit Union
First Harvest Credit Union
February 22, 2024
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Deptford, NJ & Enola, PA– February 21, 2024 – First Harvest Credit Union (First Harvest), New Jersey’s second largest credit union by membership, has announced ...
Local Credit Unions Announce Record-Setting Commitment to Solar Financing
UMassFive College Federal Credit Union
February 22, 2024
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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 ...
ORIGENCE KICKS OFF 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATING $550+ BILLION MILESTONE IN CREDIT UNION LOANS FUNDED
Origence
February 22, 2024
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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 ...
TopLine Financial Credit Union Helps High School Students With Job Readiness
TopLine Financial Credit Union
February 22, 2024
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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 ...
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: February 16, 2024
The Baker Group, LP
February 20, 2024
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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
Oregon Community Credit Union
February 20, 2024
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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 ...