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.
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!
Allied Federal Credit Union Staff Dressed Casual to Support Santa Cops
December 9, 2021
Allied Federal Credit Unions employees recently donated $445.25 to their local Santa Cops program.
Compliance Systems Achieves Strong Third Quarter, 50% Increase in Signings Compared to Previous Quarter
December 9, 2021
Compliance Systems today announced a 50% increase in the number of bank and credit union signs in Q3 as compared with the previous quarter.
United Federal Credit Union Names Elvis Hadzalic Branch Manager at Holland South Branch
December 9, 2021
United Federal Credit Union Names Elvis Hadzalic Branch Manager at Holland South Branch
LAFCU Modernizes Member Experience by Leveraging Digital Onboarding through Partnership with MDT
December 9, 2021
$942 million-asset LAFCU has successfully launched Digital Onboardings engagement platform through its partnership with MDT.
CO-OP Holiday Spending Analysis Reveals Key Trends for Credit Unions
December 9, 2021
Credit union cardholders hit the road and hosted big feasts this Thanksgiving, transacting with gas, grocery and travel merchants.
BAI Research Reveals Only 9% of Financial Services Leaders Believe They Provide Excellent Customer Experience
December 9, 2021
BAI released new research addressing the top priorities on financial services leaders minds and changing consumer attitudes in 2022.
Langley for Families Foundation Announces Annual Make A Difference Donations
December 8, 2021
Langley Federal Credit Union employees nominated local non-profit agencies for their annual Make a Difference Donations totaling $84,000.
Bay Federal Credit Union Accepting Applications for 2022 Education Scholarships
December 8, 2021
Bay Federal Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 2022 Education Scholarship contest.
Digitizing Customer Service Strategy Expected to be Top Priority in 2022
December 8, 2021
Glia today shared the primary trends expected to impact the financial services landscape next year.
People Helping People Awards: BECU Grants $535,000 to Member-Nominated Nonprofits
December 8, 2021
BECU announced the recipients of its 2021 People Helping People Awards program, granting $535,000 in total.
ACA Welcomes Eterna Compliance Training Platform to its Members
December 8, 2021
ACA International has added Learn.net's Eterna compliance training platform to its ACA Alliance Program.
Kettering and Day Air Launch Programs to Help Homeowners
December 8, 2021
The City of Kettering and Day Air Credit Union announced two new programs to provide affordable and sustainable homeownership and home improvement for Kettering residents. ...
Premier America Welcomes New Leaders
December 8, 2021
Premier America Credit Union has added four talented individuals to organization's management team.
Constellation and Vericast Team Up to Provide Credit Unions with Enhanced Digital Banking Conversion Support
December 7, 2021
Constellation has entered into a strategic agreement with Vericast to provide digital banking conversion and implementation support services.
Greater Texas Credit Union Gives $10,000 to Help the Homeless in Austin
December 7, 2021
As part of Greater Texas CUs dedication of its new headquarters, the CU has donated $10,000 to Mobile Loaves & Fishes and the Austin Salvation ...
Great Lakes Credit Union Donates More Than 700 Coats to Local Vets
December 7, 2021
This holiday season, Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) is donating 720 coats to local vets in need.
IMPROVE MEMBER ENGAGEMENT WITH PERSONALIZED, INTERACTIVE VIDEO
December 7, 2021
How can credit unions provide their members with the personal touch they desire, without having to deal with staffing challenges? Modern technology can offer a ...
Ascend federalCredit Union Contributes $12,293 to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
December 7, 2021
TULLAHOMA, Tenn. Dec. 7, 2021 Ascend Federal Credit Union today announced it has donated $12,923 to the Tennessee chapter of the Susan G. ...
Greater Texas Credit Union Dedicates New Headquarters Facility in Austin
December 7, 2021
Greater Texas Credit Union dedicated its new headquarters facility in Austin with a ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration.
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!
Allied Federal Credit Union Staff Dressed Casual to Support Santa Cops
December 9, 2021
Allied Federal Credit Unions employees recently donated $445.25 to their local Santa Cops program.
Compliance Systems Achieves Strong Third Quarter, 50% Increase in Signings Compared to Previous Quarter
December 9, 2021
Compliance Systems today announced a 50% increase in the number of bank and credit union signs in Q3 as compared with the previous quarter.
United Federal Credit Union Names Elvis Hadzalic Branch Manager at Holland South Branch
December 9, 2021
United Federal Credit Union Names Elvis Hadzalic Branch Manager at Holland South Branch
LAFCU Modernizes Member Experience by Leveraging Digital Onboarding through Partnership with MDT
December 9, 2021
$942 million-asset LAFCU has successfully launched Digital Onboardings engagement platform through its partnership with MDT.
CO-OP Holiday Spending Analysis Reveals Key Trends for Credit Unions
December 9, 2021
Credit union cardholders hit the road and hosted big feasts this Thanksgiving, transacting with gas, grocery and travel merchants.
BAI Research Reveals Only 9% of Financial Services Leaders Believe They Provide Excellent Customer Experience
December 9, 2021
BAI released new research addressing the top priorities on financial services leaders minds and changing consumer attitudes in 2022.
Langley for Families Foundation Announces Annual Make A Difference Donations
December 8, 2021
Langley Federal Credit Union employees nominated local non-profit agencies for their annual Make a Difference Donations totaling $84,000.
Bay Federal Credit Union Accepting Applications for 2022 Education Scholarships
December 8, 2021
Bay Federal Credit Union is now accepting applications for its 2022 Education Scholarship contest.
Digitizing Customer Service Strategy Expected to be Top Priority in 2022
December 8, 2021
Glia today shared the primary trends expected to impact the financial services landscape next year.
People Helping People Awards: BECU Grants $535,000 to Member-Nominated Nonprofits
December 8, 2021
BECU announced the recipients of its 2021 People Helping People Awards program, granting $535,000 in total.
ACA Welcomes Eterna Compliance Training Platform to its Members
December 8, 2021
ACA International has added Learn.net's Eterna compliance training platform to its ACA Alliance Program.
Kettering and Day Air Launch Programs to Help Homeowners
December 8, 2021
The City of Kettering and Day Air Credit Union announced two new programs to provide affordable and sustainable homeownership and home improvement for Kettering residents. ...
Premier America Welcomes New Leaders
December 8, 2021
Premier America Credit Union has added four talented individuals to organization's management team.
Constellation and Vericast Team Up to Provide Credit Unions with Enhanced Digital Banking Conversion Support
December 7, 2021
Constellation has entered into a strategic agreement with Vericast to provide digital banking conversion and implementation support services.
Greater Texas Credit Union Gives $10,000 to Help the Homeless in Austin
December 7, 2021
As part of Greater Texas CUs dedication of its new headquarters, the CU has donated $10,000 to Mobile Loaves & Fishes and the Austin Salvation ...
Great Lakes Credit Union Donates More Than 700 Coats to Local Vets
December 7, 2021
This holiday season, Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) is donating 720 coats to local vets in need.
IMPROVE MEMBER ENGAGEMENT WITH PERSONALIZED, INTERACTIVE VIDEO
December 7, 2021
How can credit unions provide their members with the personal touch they desire, without having to deal with staffing challenges? Modern technology can offer a ...
Ascend federalCredit Union Contributes $12,293 to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
December 7, 2021
TULLAHOMA, Tenn. Dec. 7, 2021 Ascend Federal Credit Union today announced it has donated $12,923 to the Tennessee chapter of the Susan G. ...
Greater Texas Credit Union Dedicates New Headquarters Facility in Austin
December 7, 2021
Greater Texas Credit Union dedicated its new headquarters facility in Austin with a ribbon cutting and grand opening celebration.
How to Manage Third-Party Risk in 2024: Venminder’s Latest Whitepaper Reveals All
America’s Credit Unions
February 9, 2024
Venminder, CUNA Strategic Services’ preferred solution for managing third-party risk management programs, has released their eighth annual “State of Third-Party Risk Management” whitepaper. The whitepaper ...
UNFCU Foundation Announces 2024 Grants that Invest in Projects Tackling Poverty
United Nations Federal Credit Union
February 9, 2024
UNFCU Foundation announced that this year it is providing $645K to 19 grant partners on three continents. Projects align with UNFCU Foundation’s mission to sustain ...
State Department Federal Credit Union Welcomes Nicole Bowen as New Chief Risk Officer
State Department Federal Credit Union
February 9, 2024
State Department Federal Credit Union (SDFCU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Nicole Bowen as its new Chief Risk Officer. Nicole brings a wealth ...
First Harvest Credit Union Announces Launch of First Harvest Investment Solutions* to Provide Access to Enhanced Retirement Planning and Investing Services
First Harvest Credit Union
February 9, 2024
First Harvest Credit Union Announces Launch of First Harvest Investment Solutions* to Provide Access to Enhanced Retirement Planning and Investing Services First Harvest Investment Solutions* ...
Participate in CUES Compensation Surveys: Support Industry Growth, Gain Valuable Insights
CUES
February 9, 2024
Credit unions across the United States are encouraged to contribute to CUES Executive Compensation Survey and CUES Employee Salary Survey, which are open for participation ...
Alogent’s CEO, Dede Wakefield, Named to the 2024 Georgia Titan 100
Alogent
February 9, 2024
Dede Wakefield, Alogent’s CEO, has been named as a Georgia Titan 100 for the second year. The Titan 100 program recognizes Georgia’s Top 100 CEO’s ...