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.
Community Financial Credit Union Announces Retirement of President and CEO
December 22, 2021
After 40 years with Community Financial Credit Union, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) William Bill Lawton has announced his plans to retire in July, 2022.
NEFCU ADDS VICE PRESIDENTS
December 22, 2021
New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU) has added two new vice presidents to its management team.
Peach State FCU Members and Staff Donate to Toys For Tots
December 22, 2021
Peach State recently held its annual toy drive in support of the Toys For Tots organization.
Wings Financial celebrates saving members $2 million through the HomeAdvantage program
December 22, 2021
Minnesota-based Wings Financial Credit Union has reached the threshold of saving its credit union members more than $2 million.
Ryan McMillan Presents Cybersecurity for Credit Unions at Kentucky Directors College Hosted by NASCUS
December 22, 2021
Ryan McMillan, Director of Technology Solutions, presented Cybersecurity for Credit Unions at the Kentucky Directors College hosted by NASCUS.
Day Air Credit Union Provides Over $75,000 in Community Support
December 22, 2021
Day Air Credit Union takes pride celebrating the annual holiday giving season with its Day Air family and members by partnering with organizations throughout the ...
Winning Students Featured in Local Cookbook from Center Parc, SUGA
December 22, 2021
Fifteen elementary students who are budding gardeners and cooks were selected to be published in a new cookbook that is being produced by Center Parc ...
HopeKids Showered with Christmas Presents
December 22, 2021
Christmas joy was shared with critically ill children from HopeKids at a special Christmas party at Texans Credit Union.
Patelco Credit Union Takes First Place in National CUNA Louise Herring Philosophy-in-Action Member Service Award
December 22, 2021
Patelco's ScoreUp Credit Builder Loan was awarded a first place Louise Herring Award for credit unions with more than $1 Billion in assets.
UMassFive Raises over $16,000 in 2021 for UMass Cancer Center
December 22, 2021
UMassFive is proud to announce that its employees have raised over $16,000 for the UMass Cancer Center through the 23rd annual UMass Cancer Walk.
Greater Texas Credit Union Helps Heartland Tornado Survivors with $15,000 in Gift Cards
December 21, 2021
Greater Texas Credit Union has stepped up to help survivors of the tornados in five heartland states by donating $15,000 in Visa gift cards.
First Service Credit Union to Merge with People’s Trust Federal Credit Union
December 21, 2021
First Service Credit Union and Peoples Trust Federal Credit Union, both headquartered in Houston, have announced an agreement to merge in 2022.
First Service Credit Union to Merge with Peoples Trust Federal Credit Union
December 21, 2021
Houston-based First Service Credit Union and Peoples Trust Federal Credit Union have announced a merger to become a $1.3 billion credit union.
$1 Million Cumulative Contribution by Ascend Members Commemorates 10-year Partnership with The Nature Conservancy in Tennessee
December 21, 2021
Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee, which celebrates its 70th anniversary this year, announced today that its members have contributed ...
SECU WINS THE BALTIMORE SUNS TOP WORKPLACES 2021 AWARD
December 21, 2021
SECU, Marylands largest state chartered credit union, was awarded a Top Workplaces of 2021 title by The Baltimore Sun.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 17, 2021
December 17, 2021
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the weeks economic developments.
Envisant Supports Efforts to Solve Consumer and Business Challenges in Novel and Sustainable Ways
December 17, 2021
Envisant (formerly LSC) has teamed up with Filene Research Institute to support the Center of Excellence for Innovation and Incubation.
Compliance Systems Supports Hawthorn River in High Growth, Providing Banks with Speedy Access to Compliance Documentation
December 17, 2021
Compliance Systems supports strategic partner Hawthorn River in 600% year-to-date growth surge with sophisticated compliance technology.
Universal 1 Credit Union announces sponsorship with The Rose Music Center at The Heights
December 17, 2021
Beginning in 2022, Universal 1 Credit Union will be the proud exclusive sponsor of The Rose Music Center Box Office.
Abrigo Shines with End-of-Year Awards and Accolades
December 17, 2021
Abrigo, the leading provider of compliance, credit risk, and lending solutions for financial institutions, has received numerous accolades to close out 2021.
Point Breeze Credit Union Names Tonia Niedzialkowski President and CEO
December 17, 2021
Point Breeze Credit Union today announced that Tonia Niedzialkowski has been promoted to President and CEO of the organization.
SECU Foundation Provides $40,000 Grant to Help Partnership of Ashe Further Child Advocacy Mission
December 17, 2021
SECU Foundation is proud to announce a $40,000 grant for Partnership of Ashe, a child advocacy organization in northwestern North Carolina.
SECU Gives Back to Public Schools This Holiday Season
December 17, 2021
All 274 SECU branches got into the festive spirit spreading goodwill among local public schools across North Carolina.
Veterans Center of North Texas Receives $3,500 from Employees of Texans Credit Union
December 17, 2021
Honoring local veterans, employees of Texans Credit Union have donated $3,500 to the Veterans Center of North Texas.
Backbase Partners with Blue Federal Credit Union to Revolutionize Members Retail and Business Banking Experiences
December 17, 2021
New partnership will enable Blue Federal Credit Union to capture increased market share and launch a best-in-class engagement banking platform
eCU Technology Welcomes Matthew Downing as New President
December 17, 2021
eCU Technology, the CUSO focused on helping credit unions become digital powerhouses, welcomes Matthew Downing as their new President.
Texas Trust Extra Life Gaming Event Raises $4,120 for Cooks Childrens Hospital
December 17, 2021
The fourth annual Texas Trust Credit Union Extra Life game-a-thon raised more than $4,000 to benefit the Childrens Miracle Network.
UMCU RECOGNIZED WITH CUNA AWARD FOR TOP ADULT FINANCIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
December 17, 2021
UMCU was awarded with an Alphonse Desjardins Financial Education Award, recognizing credit unions for exemplary financial education efforts.
Travis Credit Union Announces President and CEO Retirement and Succession Plan
December 17, 2021
Travis Credit Union's CEO and President, Barry Nelson, just announced plans to retire.
MSUFCU Hosts Lansing SAVE to Support Local Students
December 17, 2021
MSUFCU hosted a virtual Lansing SAVE night November 23, 2021, to introduce the program to families with children in the Lansing School District.
Community Financial Credit Union Announces Retirement of President and CEO
December 22, 2021
After 40 years with Community Financial Credit Union, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) William Bill Lawton has announced his plans to retire in July, 2022.
NEFCU ADDS VICE PRESIDENTS
December 22, 2021
New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU) has added two new vice presidents to its management team.
Peach State FCU Members and Staff Donate to Toys For Tots
December 22, 2021
Peach State recently held its annual toy drive in support of the Toys For Tots organization.
Wings Financial celebrates saving members $2 million through the HomeAdvantage program
December 22, 2021
Minnesota-based Wings Financial Credit Union has reached the threshold of saving its credit union members more than $2 million.
Ryan McMillan Presents Cybersecurity for Credit Unions at Kentucky Directors College Hosted by NASCUS
December 22, 2021
Ryan McMillan, Director of Technology Solutions, presented Cybersecurity for Credit Unions at the Kentucky Directors College hosted by NASCUS.
Day Air Credit Union Provides Over $75,000 in Community Support
December 22, 2021
Day Air Credit Union takes pride celebrating the annual holiday giving season with its Day Air family and members by partnering with organizations throughout the ...
Winning Students Featured in Local Cookbook from Center Parc, SUGA
December 22, 2021
Fifteen elementary students who are budding gardeners and cooks were selected to be published in a new cookbook that is being produced by Center Parc ...
HopeKids Showered with Christmas Presents
December 22, 2021
Christmas joy was shared with critically ill children from HopeKids at a special Christmas party at Texans Credit Union.
Patelco Credit Union Takes First Place in National CUNA Louise Herring Philosophy-in-Action Member Service Award
December 22, 2021
Patelco's ScoreUp Credit Builder Loan was awarded a first place Louise Herring Award for credit unions with more than $1 Billion in assets.
UMassFive Raises over $16,000 in 2021 for UMass Cancer Center
December 22, 2021
UMassFive is proud to announce that its employees have raised over $16,000 for the UMass Cancer Center through the 23rd annual UMass Cancer Walk.
Greater Texas Credit Union Helps Heartland Tornado Survivors with $15,000 in Gift Cards
December 21, 2021
Greater Texas Credit Union has stepped up to help survivors of the tornados in five heartland states by donating $15,000 in Visa gift cards.
First Service Credit Union to Merge with People’s Trust Federal Credit Union
December 21, 2021
First Service Credit Union and Peoples Trust Federal Credit Union, both headquartered in Houston, have announced an agreement to merge in 2022.
First Service Credit Union to Merge with Peoples Trust Federal Credit Union
December 21, 2021
Houston-based First Service Credit Union and Peoples Trust Federal Credit Union have announced a merger to become a $1.3 billion credit union.
$1 Million Cumulative Contribution by Ascend Members Commemorates 10-year Partnership with The Nature Conservancy in Tennessee
December 21, 2021
Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee, which celebrates its 70th anniversary this year, announced today that its members have contributed ...
SECU WINS THE BALTIMORE SUNS TOP WORKPLACES 2021 AWARD
December 21, 2021
SECU, Marylands largest state chartered credit union, was awarded a Top Workplaces of 2021 title by The Baltimore Sun.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 17, 2021
December 17, 2021
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the weeks economic developments.
Envisant Supports Efforts to Solve Consumer and Business Challenges in Novel and Sustainable Ways
December 17, 2021
Envisant (formerly LSC) has teamed up with Filene Research Institute to support the Center of Excellence for Innovation and Incubation.
Compliance Systems Supports Hawthorn River in High Growth, Providing Banks with Speedy Access to Compliance Documentation
December 17, 2021
Compliance Systems supports strategic partner Hawthorn River in 600% year-to-date growth surge with sophisticated compliance technology.
Universal 1 Credit Union announces sponsorship with The Rose Music Center at The Heights
December 17, 2021
Beginning in 2022, Universal 1 Credit Union will be the proud exclusive sponsor of The Rose Music Center Box Office.
Abrigo Shines with End-of-Year Awards and Accolades
December 17, 2021
Abrigo, the leading provider of compliance, credit risk, and lending solutions for financial institutions, has received numerous accolades to close out 2021.
Point Breeze Credit Union Names Tonia Niedzialkowski President and CEO
December 17, 2021
Point Breeze Credit Union today announced that Tonia Niedzialkowski has been promoted to President and CEO of the organization.
SECU Foundation Provides $40,000 Grant to Help Partnership of Ashe Further Child Advocacy Mission
December 17, 2021
SECU Foundation is proud to announce a $40,000 grant for Partnership of Ashe, a child advocacy organization in northwestern North Carolina.
SECU Gives Back to Public Schools This Holiday Season
December 17, 2021
All 274 SECU branches got into the festive spirit spreading goodwill among local public schools across North Carolina.
Veterans Center of North Texas Receives $3,500 from Employees of Texans Credit Union
December 17, 2021
Honoring local veterans, employees of Texans Credit Union have donated $3,500 to the Veterans Center of North Texas.
Backbase Partners with Blue Federal Credit Union to Revolutionize Members Retail and Business Banking Experiences
December 17, 2021
New partnership will enable Blue Federal Credit Union to capture increased market share and launch a best-in-class engagement banking platform
eCU Technology Welcomes Matthew Downing as New President
December 17, 2021
eCU Technology, the CUSO focused on helping credit unions become digital powerhouses, welcomes Matthew Downing as their new President.
Texas Trust Extra Life Gaming Event Raises $4,120 for Cooks Childrens Hospital
December 17, 2021
The fourth annual Texas Trust Credit Union Extra Life game-a-thon raised more than $4,000 to benefit the Childrens Miracle Network.
UMCU RECOGNIZED WITH CUNA AWARD FOR TOP ADULT FINANCIAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
December 17, 2021
UMCU was awarded with an Alphonse Desjardins Financial Education Award, recognizing credit unions for exemplary financial education efforts.
Travis Credit Union Announces President and CEO Retirement and Succession Plan
December 17, 2021
Travis Credit Union's CEO and President, Barry Nelson, just announced plans to retire.
MSUFCU Hosts Lansing SAVE to Support Local Students
December 17, 2021
MSUFCU hosted a virtual Lansing SAVE night November 23, 2021, to introduce the program to families with children in the Lansing School District.
Sharetec Signs on 22 New Credit Unions in 2023
Sharetec Systems, Inc.
January 18, 2024
Sharetec, a leading innovator in core processing software for credit unions, celebrated a record year, partnering with 22 new credit unions in 2023.
Synergent Welcomes Randy Stolp as Its New President
Synergent
January 18, 2024
Synergent®, a leading financial technology and services company for credit unions nationwide, is pleased to announce the appointment of Randy Stolp as its new President, ...
TESLA (TSLA) PARTNERS WITH ORIGENCE TO BRING AFFORDABLE CREDIT UNION FINANCING TO ELECTRIC VEHICLE BUYERS
Origence
January 18, 2024
Origence, the leading credit union lending technology company in the U.S., and Tesla, the largest EV manufacturer in the world, have partnered to offer credit ...
Clearview Federal Credit Union Unveils Modernized, Future-Forward Rebrand
Clearview Federal Credit Union
January 18, 2024
Clearview Federal Credit Union, a financial services staple in the Southwestern Pennsylvania region, with nearly 120,000 members and assets valued at over $1.9 billion, is ...
Day Air Credit Union Receives Prestigious 2023 Award for Community Service
Day Air Credit Union
January 18, 2024
Day Air Credit Union is honored to be the recipient of the 2023 Dora Maxwell Award, presented by the Ohio Credit Union League. This accolade ...
Advia Credit Union commits $40,000 in Youth and WMU Aviation Scholarships
Advia Credit Union
January 18, 2024
Advia Credit Union is proud to commit $40,000 in scholarships for 2024. Headquartered in Oshtemo, MI, the financial institution is now accepting applications for the ...