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.
VyStar Credit Union Welcomes Lysa Barbano as Central Florida Market President
December 22, 2021
VyStar announces the hiring of Lysa Barbano as SVP and Market President of Central Florida.
Maine Credit Unions Launch New Elementary Curriculum
December 22, 2021
The Maine Credit Union League is pleased to announce the launch of a new program designed to teach younger Mainers about money management.
Ascendus Selects Scienaptics Platform For AI-Powered Credit Underwriting To Strengthen SMB Lending
December 22, 2021
Leading AI-powered credit decision platform provider Scienaptic announced that Ascendus has chosen its AI-based underwriting technology.
ENACOMM and PSCU Partner to Bring Prepaid Mobile Apps and Websites to Credit Unions
December 22, 2021
ENACOMM is collaborating with the nations premier credit union service organization PSCU to equip members with secure, user-friendly CX tools
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.
VyStar Credit Union Welcomes Lysa Barbano as Central Florida Market President
December 22, 2021
VyStar announces the hiring of Lysa Barbano as SVP and Market President of Central Florida.
Maine Credit Unions Launch New Elementary Curriculum
December 22, 2021
The Maine Credit Union League is pleased to announce the launch of a new program designed to teach younger Mainers about money management.
Ascendus Selects Scienaptics Platform For AI-Powered Credit Underwriting To Strengthen SMB Lending
December 22, 2021
Leading AI-powered credit decision platform provider Scienaptic announced that Ascendus has chosen its AI-based underwriting technology.
ENACOMM and PSCU Partner to Bring Prepaid Mobile Apps and Websites to Credit Unions
December 22, 2021
ENACOMM is collaborating with the nations premier credit union service organization PSCU to equip members with secure, user-friendly CX tools
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.
Newsweek Names Redwood Credit Union One of “America’s Best Credit Unions”
Redwood Credit Union
February 1, 2024
Newsweek Names Redwood Credit Union One of “America’s Best Credit Unions”
Eltropy Announces e-Merge 2024 User Conference
Eltropy
February 1, 2024
Eltropy, the leading digital communication solutions for credit unions and community banks, will host its second annual user conference e-Merge 2024 on May 14-17 at ...
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: January 26, 2024
The Baker Group, LP
January 29, 2024
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.
Indiana Members Credit Union Contributes $1,961 to Center Grove High School
Indiana Members Credit Union
January 29, 2024
Indiana Members Credit Union presented a check for $1,961 to Center Grove High School as part of an ongoing school spirit debit card program. Since ...
BCU NAMED ONE OF BEST CREDIT UNIONS OF 2024 BY CNET
BCU
January 26, 2024
BCU is proud to have once again topped CNET’s list of Best Credit Unions of 2024. The list was determined by CNET’s evaluation of credit ...
GTE Financial Named America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions By Newsweek
GTE Financial Federal Credit Union
January 26, 2024
Tampa-based credit union GTE Financial is proud to announce Newsweek has named the institution one of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2024. The ...