Industry Press
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ELGA Credit Union and the Michigan State Police Raise $18,306 to save Christmas for local kids
December 17, 2021
ELGA Credit Union together with the Michigan State Police raised $18,306 and collected 1,481 toys for the Salvation Army Chrismastown Toy Shoppe
PSCU Announces Annual Dividend for Fiscal Year 2021
December 16, 2021
PSCU has announced its annual patronage dividend for the 2021 fiscal year of $17.8 million, with 30% being distributed in cash.
United Partners with The Storehouse to Provide Gifts for 104 Children this Holiday Season
December 16, 2021
United Federal Credit Union employees once again partnered with The Storehouse to purchase gifts for 104 children in Henderson County, North Carolina.
Christian Community Credit Union Donates $5,000 to Samaritans Purse Tornado Disaster Relief Effort
December 16, 2021
Christian Community CU donated $5,000 to Samaritans Purse relief effort in response to the devastating tornadoes that swept through six states.
The New Year Offers New Hope for Paying Down Personal Debt
December 16, 2021
As consumers bid goodbye to 2021, the new year also presents the perfect opportunity to begin paying off accumulated personal debt.
Truliant is First N.C.-based Financial Institution to Complete Fully Digital and Fully Remote Home Mortgage Closing
December 16, 2021
Truliant Federal Credit Union announced today that Truliant has become the first North Carolina-based financial institution to complete a fully digita
LPL Financial Advisor Stephen Rafter Joins SECU Financial Partners
December 16, 2021
SECU Financial Partners is pleased to announce that Stephen Rafter joined the firm as an LPL Financial Advisor.
Jax Federal Credit Union Chooses Scienaptics AI-Powered Platform to Enhance Credit Decisioning and Member Experience
December 16, 2021
Leading AI-powered credit decision platform provider Scienaptic announced that Jax Federal Credit Union (JAXFCU) has selected its adaptive technology.
BCU AWARDS MEMBER $1,981 TO COMMEMORATE 40TH ANNIVERSARY, ZELLE® LAUNCH
December 16, 2021
Throughout October, any BCU member who sent or received money via Zelle® within BCUs Digital Banking was entered to win a prize of $1,981.
Community Service CU Selects Cornerstone Resources to Conduct Executive Search
December 14, 2021
Community Service CU Selects Cornerstone Resources to Conduct Executive Search
MN Catholic Credit Union Selects Cornerstone Resources to Conduct Search for President/CEO
December 14, 2021
MN Catholic Credit Union Selects Cornerstone Resources to Conduct Search for President/CEO
Kentucky Credit Union League Introduces CU@WORK Youth Apprenticeship Program
December 13, 2021
The CU@WORK Youth Apprenticeship Program provides a learning pathway, utilizing on-the-job supervised training combined with specified coursework.
Alogent Replaces Legacy Payment Solutions and Enhances Self-Service Capabilities for Better Member Services at Cyprus Credit Union
December 13, 2021
Cyprus Credit Union has replaced its legacy payment platforms with Alogents solutions for teller, ATM/ITM, mobile deposit, and more.
NEFCU LAUNCHES MAJOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING INITIATIVE
December 13, 2021
New England Federal Credit Union (NECCU) launched a six-year, $6 million initiative to address the affordable housing crisis.
Enhancing Lives with More Credit: Northern Hills Federal Credit Union Goes Live with Scienaptics AI-Powered Credit Decisioning Platform
December 13, 2021
Northern Hills Federal Credit Union has completed deployment and is now live on Scienaptic's AI-powered platform, enabling sharper credit decisioning.
Aces for Autism Receives Grant from SECU Foundation for New Autism Clinic
December 13, 2021
SECU Foundation is excited to announce a $1.5 million grant to Aces for Autism for the first phase construction of a new facility.
Bankjoy Recognized as First Corelation Certified Partner
December 13, 2021
Digital banking provider Bankjoy announced today that it has been selected as the first official Corelation Certified Partner.
United Federal Credit Union Names Toni Polack Mortgage Advisor in Northeast Nevada
December 13, 2021
United Federal Credit Union Names Toni Polack Mortgage Advisor in Northeast Nevada
Center Parc Returns as Sponsor of Greenbriars Holiday Gift Wrap Fundraiser
December 13, 2021
Center Parc Credit Union returns to sponsor the Greenbriar Childrens Center annual Gift Wrap Center this holiday season in Savannah, Georgia.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 10, 2021
December 10, 2021
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the weeks economic developments.
Patelco Credit Union Supports Second Harvest of Silicon Valley and Food Security Among Seniors
December 10, 2021
Patelco team members recently gathered to write hundreds of thoughtful messages to be included with food boxes to help spread some holiday cheer.
Ascend Federal Credit Union Paying $7 million to Members
December 10, 2021
Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee, announced today that it will return $7 million to members in the form of ...
Sockers Announce Partnership with Frontwave Credit Union
December 10, 2021
The San Diego Sockers are excited and proud to welcome Frontwave Credit Union as the Official Credit Union of the Sockers.
Cornerstone League Announces Soledad OBrien as Keynote Speaker for 2022 Annual Meeting
December 10, 2021
Cornerstone League Announces Soledad OBrien as Keynote Speaker for IMPACT 2022: Annual Meeting and Council Forum
Veridian Credit Union and Alacriti Announce Launch on the TCH RTP? Network
December 10, 2021
Veridian Credit Union along with their third-party service provider Alacriti, announced that they are now live on The Clearing Houses RTP network.
Affinity Pluss Dora Everyday Checking Earns National Bank On Certification
December 10, 2021
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that its Dora Everyday Checking account, offered exclusively through Bank Dora Financial, has been certified by ...
Nusenda Credit Union Announces Four New Co-op Capital Partners
December 10, 2021
Nusenda Credit Union announced four new Nusenda Co-op Capital microloan program partners.
Cornerstone Advisors Acquires Next Step, Inc.
December 9, 2021
Cornerstone Advisors announced that it has acquired Next Step, a professional services firm providing technology consulting services to credit unions.
Early-Bird Registration Now Open for In-Person 2022 ALM First Financial Institute
December 9, 2021
Registration is now open for ALM Firsts 2022 Financial Institute. This must-attend event provides continuing education, training, networking and more
CU Strategic Planning Client Credit Unions Awarded More Than $20 Million from CDFI Fund
December 9, 2021
The CDFI Awards were announced last night, and CU Strategic Planning client credit unions came out big winners, totaling more than $20M!
ELGA Credit Union and the Michigan State Police Raise $18,306 to save Christmas for local kids
December 17, 2021
ELGA Credit Union together with the Michigan State Police raised $18,306 and collected 1,481 toys for the Salvation Army Chrismastown Toy Shoppe
PSCU Announces Annual Dividend for Fiscal Year 2021
December 16, 2021
PSCU has announced its annual patronage dividend for the 2021 fiscal year of $17.8 million, with 30% being distributed in cash.
United Partners with The Storehouse to Provide Gifts for 104 Children this Holiday Season
December 16, 2021
United Federal Credit Union employees once again partnered with The Storehouse to purchase gifts for 104 children in Henderson County, North Carolina.
Christian Community Credit Union Donates $5,000 to Samaritans Purse Tornado Disaster Relief Effort
December 16, 2021
Christian Community CU donated $5,000 to Samaritans Purse relief effort in response to the devastating tornadoes that swept through six states.
The New Year Offers New Hope for Paying Down Personal Debt
December 16, 2021
As consumers bid goodbye to 2021, the new year also presents the perfect opportunity to begin paying off accumulated personal debt.
Truliant is First N.C.-based Financial Institution to Complete Fully Digital and Fully Remote Home Mortgage Closing
December 16, 2021
Truliant Federal Credit Union announced today that Truliant has become the first North Carolina-based financial institution to complete a fully digita
LPL Financial Advisor Stephen Rafter Joins SECU Financial Partners
December 16, 2021
SECU Financial Partners is pleased to announce that Stephen Rafter joined the firm as an LPL Financial Advisor.
Jax Federal Credit Union Chooses Scienaptics AI-Powered Platform to Enhance Credit Decisioning and Member Experience
December 16, 2021
Leading AI-powered credit decision platform provider Scienaptic announced that Jax Federal Credit Union (JAXFCU) has selected its adaptive technology.
BCU AWARDS MEMBER $1,981 TO COMMEMORATE 40TH ANNIVERSARY, ZELLE® LAUNCH
December 16, 2021
Throughout October, any BCU member who sent or received money via Zelle® within BCUs Digital Banking was entered to win a prize of $1,981.
Community Service CU Selects Cornerstone Resources to Conduct Executive Search
December 14, 2021
Community Service CU Selects Cornerstone Resources to Conduct Executive Search
MN Catholic Credit Union Selects Cornerstone Resources to Conduct Search for President/CEO
December 14, 2021
MN Catholic Credit Union Selects Cornerstone Resources to Conduct Search for President/CEO
Kentucky Credit Union League Introduces CU@WORK Youth Apprenticeship Program
December 13, 2021
The CU@WORK Youth Apprenticeship Program provides a learning pathway, utilizing on-the-job supervised training combined with specified coursework.
Alogent Replaces Legacy Payment Solutions and Enhances Self-Service Capabilities for Better Member Services at Cyprus Credit Union
December 13, 2021
Cyprus Credit Union has replaced its legacy payment platforms with Alogents solutions for teller, ATM/ITM, mobile deposit, and more.
NEFCU LAUNCHES MAJOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING INITIATIVE
December 13, 2021
New England Federal Credit Union (NECCU) launched a six-year, $6 million initiative to address the affordable housing crisis.
Enhancing Lives with More Credit: Northern Hills Federal Credit Union Goes Live with Scienaptics AI-Powered Credit Decisioning Platform
December 13, 2021
Northern Hills Federal Credit Union has completed deployment and is now live on Scienaptic's AI-powered platform, enabling sharper credit decisioning.
Aces for Autism Receives Grant from SECU Foundation for New Autism Clinic
December 13, 2021
SECU Foundation is excited to announce a $1.5 million grant to Aces for Autism for the first phase construction of a new facility.
Bankjoy Recognized as First Corelation Certified Partner
December 13, 2021
Digital banking provider Bankjoy announced today that it has been selected as the first official Corelation Certified Partner.
United Federal Credit Union Names Toni Polack Mortgage Advisor in Northeast Nevada
December 13, 2021
United Federal Credit Union Names Toni Polack Mortgage Advisor in Northeast Nevada
Center Parc Returns as Sponsor of Greenbriars Holiday Gift Wrap Fundraiser
December 13, 2021
Center Parc Credit Union returns to sponsor the Greenbriar Childrens Center annual Gift Wrap Center this holiday season in Savannah, Georgia.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: December 10, 2021
December 10, 2021
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the weeks economic developments.
Patelco Credit Union Supports Second Harvest of Silicon Valley and Food Security Among Seniors
December 10, 2021
Patelco team members recently gathered to write hundreds of thoughtful messages to be included with food boxes to help spread some holiday cheer.
Ascend Federal Credit Union Paying $7 million to Members
December 10, 2021
Ascend Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee, announced today that it will return $7 million to members in the form of ...
Sockers Announce Partnership with Frontwave Credit Union
December 10, 2021
The San Diego Sockers are excited and proud to welcome Frontwave Credit Union as the Official Credit Union of the Sockers.
Cornerstone League Announces Soledad OBrien as Keynote Speaker for 2022 Annual Meeting
December 10, 2021
Cornerstone League Announces Soledad OBrien as Keynote Speaker for IMPACT 2022: Annual Meeting and Council Forum
Veridian Credit Union and Alacriti Announce Launch on the TCH RTP? Network
December 10, 2021
Veridian Credit Union along with their third-party service provider Alacriti, announced that they are now live on The Clearing Houses RTP network.
Affinity Pluss Dora Everyday Checking Earns National Bank On Certification
December 10, 2021
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that its Dora Everyday Checking account, offered exclusively through Bank Dora Financial, has been certified by ...
Nusenda Credit Union Announces Four New Co-op Capital Partners
December 10, 2021
Nusenda Credit Union announced four new Nusenda Co-op Capital microloan program partners.
Cornerstone Advisors Acquires Next Step, Inc.
December 9, 2021
Cornerstone Advisors announced that it has acquired Next Step, a professional services firm providing technology consulting services to credit unions.
Early-Bird Registration Now Open for In-Person 2022 ALM First Financial Institute
December 9, 2021
Registration is now open for ALM Firsts 2022 Financial Institute. This must-attend event provides continuing education, training, networking and more
CU Strategic Planning Client Credit Unions Awarded More Than $20 Million from CDFI Fund
December 9, 2021
The CDFI Awards were announced last night, and CU Strategic Planning client credit unions came out big winners, totaling more than $20M!
Indiana Members Credit Union Contributes $1,600 to Red Pride Booster Club
Indiana Members Credit Union
January 22, 2024
Indiana Members Credit Union presented a check for $1,600 to the Red Pride Booster Club, which supports Plainfield High School Athletics, as part of an ...
Sharetec Signs on 22 New CUs in 2023
Sharetec Systems, Inc.
January 19, 2024
Sharetec, a leading innovator in core processing software for credit unions, celebrated a record year, partnering with 22 new credit unions in 2023.
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union Sponsors First Annual Coastal Catholic Classic Basketball Showcase
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union
January 19, 2024
SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union, the largest credit union serving school employees and their families, today announced that the credit union served as a sponsor of ...
Gulf Winds Cares Foundation Announces $25,000 in Scholarships Available for Local Students
Gulf Winds Credit Union
January 18, 2024
Gulf Winds Credit Union is pleased to announce the Gulf Winds Cares Foundation will be awarding $25,000 in scholarships for the 2024-2025 school year. There ...
Whitefish Credit Union Announces Record-High Dividend Payment
Whitefish Credit Union
January 18, 2024
Whitefish Credit Union has reached a significant milestone in its 90-year history, distributing over $38 million in dividends to its members for 2023.
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.