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: October 1, 2021
October 7, 2021
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the weeks economic developments.
DDJ Myers places Ricky Otey as CEO at Partners FCU
October 7, 2021
DDJ Myers proudly announces the recent placement of Ricky Otey as CEO at Partners Federal Credit Union.
ACUMA President to Step Down
October 7, 2021
Tracy Ashfield is stepping down as ACUMA President, effective January 30, 2022. The longtime association leader plans to assist in transition.
Coconut Software Closes $28M CAD Series B Funding Round, Led by Klass Capital
October 7, 2021
New funding will accelerate the growth of Coconut Softwares market-leading appointment scheduling and lobby management solutions for financial instit
POPi/o Announces Jed Taylor As Chief Executive Officer, Succeeding Founder & Video Banking Creator Gene Pranger
October 7, 2021
After creating a new category of video banking together, Taylor takes the helm while Pranger shifts to executive chairman
DEI’s Record Growth Spurs Four New Team Hires
October 7, 2021
In response to record growth, DEI, announces the addition of four new team members.
Redwood Credit Union Gives $495,500 in Grants to Support Nonprofits
October 7, 2021
Redwood is distributing $495,000 in grants to support the lifesaving and life-changing services of 29 nonprofit organizations.
SECU Foundation Helps Advance UNC Health Foundation Pilot for NC Public School Students
October 7, 2021
SECU Foundation is pleased to join the collaborative efforts of UNC Health Foundation and other key organizations for a new telemedicine pilot.
Texas Trust Credit Union CFO to Retire
October 7, 2021
David Pickney, Chief Financial Officer of Texas Trust CU, plans to retire this year, bringing to an end his distinguished career at the credit union.
Glia Named to the 2021 CB Insights Fintech 250 List of Top Fintech Startups
October 7, 2021
CB Insights named Glia to the fourth annual Fintech 250, a list of emerging private companies working on groundbreaking financial technology.
UMassFive Raising Funds for The Food Bank of Western MA and the UMass Cancer Walk and Run
October 7, 2021
UMassFive is once again fundraising and participating in two important charitable events this fall.
Abrigo Enhances Credit Risk Software with Loan Review Workflow Automation
October 7, 2021
Abrigo launched an automated loan review workflow software to help financial institutions better understand and identify risk within their portfolio.
People’s Trust FCU selects Cornerstone Resources to conduct executive search
October 6, 2021
Cornerstone Resources has been selected to conduct a search for an AVP of human resources at Peoples Trust Federal Credit Union in Houston, TX
PSCU Launches Newest Prepaid Digital Experience Platform
October 6, 2021
PSCU has announced the launch of its newest prepaid digital experience platform, PSCU My Card Manager mobile app and website.
CUSO Financial Announces New Partnership with Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union
October 6, 2021
Texas credit union chooses CUSO Financial Services for its superior insight in the credit union vertical and expertise in the education SEG
KARA DANAHER JOINS NEFCU AS MORTGAGE LOAN OFFICER
October 6, 2021
Kara Danaher has joined New England Federal Credit Union as Mortgage Loan Officer
OCCU Announces New 24hr Smart ATM @ Marion Oaks Branch
October 6, 2021
Ocala Community Credit Union is proud to support our Marion Oaks Community with new 24hr Smart ATM at our Marion Oaks Branch.
Advia Foundation Awards $14,000 in Advancing Lives Grants to Four Nonprofit Organizations
October 5, 2021
Advia Foundation has awarded $14,000 in Advancing Lives Grants to 4 nonprofit organizations within its membership area.
United Federal Credit Union Names Evan McCullough Director of Loss Prevention and Assets Recovery
October 5, 2021
United Federal Credit Union has promoted Evan McCullough to the position of Director of Loss Prevention and Assets Recovery based in Niles, Michigan.
From building an emergency fund to rebuilding credit, Connex offers a path to financial success
October 5, 2021
For people just getting started or those having difficulty managing their finances or credit, Connex Credit Union is offering Pathways.
CUES® Launches Online Panel Discussion Series focused on Women in the Workplace
October 5, 2021
CUES is launching RealTalk!, a groundbreaking online discussion series covering important, but often hard to discuss, issues impacting the industry.
Vizo Financial Announces Election of Board of Directors and Officers
October 5, 2021
Vizo Financial announced the results of its board of directors election at its 2021 Annual Meeting on September 8.
State Employees Credit Union Announces Promotions
October 5, 2021
SECU is pleased to announce the promotions of Leigh Brady to Chief Operating Officer and Josh Bomba to Chief Information Technology Officer.
MeridianLink Congratulates Clients for Ranking on Prestigious Forbes 2021 Lists of Americas Best-In-State Financial Institutions
October 5, 2021
MeridianLink, Inc. congratulates its bank and credit union clients for being named on the prestigious Forbes Best-In-State lists.
Securityplus FCU Supports Professionals Through AACUC and Mentorship Program
October 5, 2021
Securityplus FCU is helping to strengthen the global credit union community through its support of the AACUC and this year's Mentorship Program.
Advia Adds 2 Area Sales Managers
October 5, 2021
Advia Credit Union has hired two new area sales managers, Felicia Astin and Jacob Schreiber, to oversee Advia's 10 branches in Wisconsin and Illinois.
United Way and LSC Team Up with Credit Unions to Assist Families Impacted by Hurricane Ida
October 5, 2021
LSC has joined with United Way to help benefit families impacted by Hurricane Ida.
Jennifer Williams Appointed SVP/General Counsel at Frontwave Credit Union
October 4, 2021
Frontwave Credit Union announces the appointment of Jennifer (Jen) Williams to serve as its Senior Vice President/General Counsel.
Day 2 of ALM First Financial Forum Focuses on Loan Pricing, Margin Compression and Other Timely Topics
October 4, 2021
The second day of ALM Firsts Financial Forum featured two different tracks developed for financial executive and board member audiences.
Baker Market Update – Week in Review: October 1, 2021
October 7, 2021
Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the weeks economic developments.
DDJ Myers places Ricky Otey as CEO at Partners FCU
October 7, 2021
DDJ Myers proudly announces the recent placement of Ricky Otey as CEO at Partners Federal Credit Union.
ACUMA President to Step Down
October 7, 2021
Tracy Ashfield is stepping down as ACUMA President, effective January 30, 2022. The longtime association leader plans to assist in transition.
Coconut Software Closes $28M CAD Series B Funding Round, Led by Klass Capital
October 7, 2021
New funding will accelerate the growth of Coconut Softwares market-leading appointment scheduling and lobby management solutions for financial instit
POPi/o Announces Jed Taylor As Chief Executive Officer, Succeeding Founder & Video Banking Creator Gene Pranger
October 7, 2021
After creating a new category of video banking together, Taylor takes the helm while Pranger shifts to executive chairman
DEI’s Record Growth Spurs Four New Team Hires
October 7, 2021
In response to record growth, DEI, announces the addition of four new team members.
Redwood Credit Union Gives $495,500 in Grants to Support Nonprofits
October 7, 2021
Redwood is distributing $495,000 in grants to support the lifesaving and life-changing services of 29 nonprofit organizations.
SECU Foundation Helps Advance UNC Health Foundation Pilot for NC Public School Students
October 7, 2021
SECU Foundation is pleased to join the collaborative efforts of UNC Health Foundation and other key organizations for a new telemedicine pilot.
Texas Trust Credit Union CFO to Retire
October 7, 2021
David Pickney, Chief Financial Officer of Texas Trust CU, plans to retire this year, bringing to an end his distinguished career at the credit union.
Glia Named to the 2021 CB Insights Fintech 250 List of Top Fintech Startups
October 7, 2021
CB Insights named Glia to the fourth annual Fintech 250, a list of emerging private companies working on groundbreaking financial technology.
UMassFive Raising Funds for The Food Bank of Western MA and the UMass Cancer Walk and Run
October 7, 2021
UMassFive is once again fundraising and participating in two important charitable events this fall.
Abrigo Enhances Credit Risk Software with Loan Review Workflow Automation
October 7, 2021
Abrigo launched an automated loan review workflow software to help financial institutions better understand and identify risk within their portfolio.
People’s Trust FCU selects Cornerstone Resources to conduct executive search
October 6, 2021
Cornerstone Resources has been selected to conduct a search for an AVP of human resources at Peoples Trust Federal Credit Union in Houston, TX
PSCU Launches Newest Prepaid Digital Experience Platform
October 6, 2021
PSCU has announced the launch of its newest prepaid digital experience platform, PSCU My Card Manager mobile app and website.
CUSO Financial Announces New Partnership with Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union
October 6, 2021
Texas credit union chooses CUSO Financial Services for its superior insight in the credit union vertical and expertise in the education SEG
KARA DANAHER JOINS NEFCU AS MORTGAGE LOAN OFFICER
October 6, 2021
Kara Danaher has joined New England Federal Credit Union as Mortgage Loan Officer
OCCU Announces New 24hr Smart ATM @ Marion Oaks Branch
October 6, 2021
Ocala Community Credit Union is proud to support our Marion Oaks Community with new 24hr Smart ATM at our Marion Oaks Branch.
Advia Foundation Awards $14,000 in Advancing Lives Grants to Four Nonprofit Organizations
October 5, 2021
Advia Foundation has awarded $14,000 in Advancing Lives Grants to 4 nonprofit organizations within its membership area.
United Federal Credit Union Names Evan McCullough Director of Loss Prevention and Assets Recovery
October 5, 2021
United Federal Credit Union has promoted Evan McCullough to the position of Director of Loss Prevention and Assets Recovery based in Niles, Michigan.
From building an emergency fund to rebuilding credit, Connex offers a path to financial success
October 5, 2021
For people just getting started or those having difficulty managing their finances or credit, Connex Credit Union is offering Pathways.
CUES® Launches Online Panel Discussion Series focused on Women in the Workplace
October 5, 2021
CUES is launching RealTalk!, a groundbreaking online discussion series covering important, but often hard to discuss, issues impacting the industry.
Vizo Financial Announces Election of Board of Directors and Officers
October 5, 2021
Vizo Financial announced the results of its board of directors election at its 2021 Annual Meeting on September 8.
State Employees Credit Union Announces Promotions
October 5, 2021
SECU is pleased to announce the promotions of Leigh Brady to Chief Operating Officer and Josh Bomba to Chief Information Technology Officer.
MeridianLink Congratulates Clients for Ranking on Prestigious Forbes 2021 Lists of Americas Best-In-State Financial Institutions
October 5, 2021
MeridianLink, Inc. congratulates its bank and credit union clients for being named on the prestigious Forbes Best-In-State lists.
Securityplus FCU Supports Professionals Through AACUC and Mentorship Program
October 5, 2021
Securityplus FCU is helping to strengthen the global credit union community through its support of the AACUC and this year's Mentorship Program.
Advia Adds 2 Area Sales Managers
October 5, 2021
Advia Credit Union has hired two new area sales managers, Felicia Astin and Jacob Schreiber, to oversee Advia's 10 branches in Wisconsin and Illinois.
United Way and LSC Team Up with Credit Unions to Assist Families Impacted by Hurricane Ida
October 5, 2021
LSC has joined with United Way to help benefit families impacted by Hurricane Ida.
Jennifer Williams Appointed SVP/General Counsel at Frontwave Credit Union
October 4, 2021
Frontwave Credit Union announces the appointment of Jennifer (Jen) Williams to serve as its Senior Vice President/General Counsel.
Day 2 of ALM First Financial Forum Focuses on Loan Pricing, Margin Compression and Other Timely Topics
October 4, 2021
The second day of ALM Firsts Financial Forum featured two different tracks developed for financial executive and board member audiences.
Thomas Named to American Banker’s Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions List
Truliant Federal Credit Union
December 18, 2023
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American Banker has recognized Truliant Federal Credit Union’s Chief Administrative Officer Sherri Thomas as one of its 2023 Most Powerful Women in Credit Unions.
Humanidei Expands Recruiting Team With Industry Professionals Jaime Marks and Sonya Watkins
Humanidei
December 18, 2023
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Ontario, CA – December 15, 2023 – Humanidei, a people operations firm founded to help credit unions build more inclusive cultures, is excited to announce ...
Corporate Central Employees Make a Difference at Hope Center
Corporate Central Credit Union
December 18, 2023
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Corporate Central demonstrated its commitment to community service and philanthropy last week as eight dedicated employees volunteered their time at the Hope Center in Waukesha, ...
SECU Foundation and North Carolina Coastal Federation Collaborate to Protect Coastal Communities
State Employees’ Credit Union
December 15, 2023
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SECU Foundation and North Carolina Coastal Federation (NCCF) are teaming up to help protect and enhance five North Carolina coastal communities through a three-year expansion ...
Eltropy Collaborates with Jack Henry’s Banno Digital Banking Platform
Eltropy
December 15, 2023
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Eltropy, a leading digital conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), announced today that Eltropy’s Digital Conversations Platform is now accessible through the Jack Henry™ ...
BECU’s 10th Annual People Helping People Awards Program Grants $525,000 to Member-Nominated Nonprofits
BECU
December 15, 2023
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After receiving nearly 900 nominations, last night BECU honored nonprofit organizations and BECU members at its annual People Helping People Awards. For the first time ...