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Peach State Federal Credit Union Pledges $7,500 to Barrow County School System’s REACH Program

Peach State Federal Credit Union has committed to donating $7,500 to students participating in Barrow County School System’s REACH Scholarship Program

CU*Answers completes successful board planning session, announces Geoff Johnson has been selected to be new CEO

The CU*Answers Board announced that it has selected current President/COO Geoff Johnson to replace Randy Karnes as CEO effective October 1, 2021.

Ascend Federal Credit Union Donates $20,000 to Middle Tennessee Flood Relief, Sets Up Website Where Others Can Contribute

Ascend Federal Credit Union has donated $20,000 to support flood relief efforts in Middle Tennessee and set up a website ascend.org/flood-relief

Realities of Employee Resource Groups: Mitchell Stankovic Underground Xchange Presents in Partnership with PSCU and CUNA Mutual

Dig deeper into the intentions and the realities organizations will face when starting, governing, and evolving Employee Resource Groups.

Credit Unions Explore Their Super Power with BIG’s Innovation Club

Four new credit unions join BIG's Innovation Club to collaborate on some of today’s toughest challenges and tomorrow’s most promising technologies.

Glia’s Dan Michaeli and Rick DeLisi create playbook for delivering a five-star experience for today’s customers in “Digital Customer Service,” published today by Wiley

Glia's Dan Michaeli and Rick DeLisi have launched their book on Digital Customer Service.
Personnel Promotions

Alaska USA Federal Credit Union appoints new chairman of the board

Alaska USA Federal Credit Union appoints new chairman of the board

Abound Wins Three Statewide Awards

Abound Credit Union, an advocate of financial education for youth and adults throughout Kentucky, was recently recognized with three 1st place awards.

VyStar Credit Union Named a Best Place to Work

VyStar Credit Union has been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Northeast Florida by the Jacksonville Business Journal.

NASCUS Invites Kevin Chiappetta to Present Loan Profitability to Examiners

Kevin Chiappetta, CFA, President of QuantyPhi, recently presented on loan profitability during the Kentucky Examiner School, presented by NASCUS.

MSUFCU Earns Best Credit Unions to Work For® Honors

MSUFCU has been named one of American Banker’s Best Credit Unions to Work For®. This is the fifth year the Credit Union has earned this ...

Credit Union Student Choice to Host Three-Part Virtual “Empower U” Conference

Credit Union Student Choice will host its 7th annual Empower U conference virtually on September 16th, 23rd, and 30th.
Personnel Promotions

Unitus Appoints David Fehrer as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer

Unitus Community Credit Union announced the appointment of David Fehrer as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer.

UMassFive Introduces New Investment Advisor Assistant – Sam Einzig

UMassFive is pleased to introduce Sam Einzig, the newest member of UMassFive's Retirement Planning and Investments team.

United Federal Credit Union Celebrates the Past While Planning for the Future

In July 2021, one of the founding members of United Federal Credit Union had the opportunity to visit the new St. Joseph, Michigan headquarters.

AllSouth Federal Credit Union Held Food Drive for Harvest Hope

AllSouth Federal Credit Union held a food drive to benefit Harvest Hope. AllSouth members, team members, and the community generously made donations.

Gesa Credit Union Goes Live with Scienaptic’s AI-Powered Credit Decisioning Platform

Leading global AI-powered credit decision platform provider, Scienaptic AI announced Gesa Credit Union is now live on its platform.

Two Washington state CUs to merge

CDFCU ($199mm), which originally served employees at Grand Coulee Dam, will close its five branches on Oct. 1, to reopen Oct. 4 as STCU ($4.3 ...

Robert Goebel joins North Bay CU as Chief Lending Officer

North Bay Credit Union has named Robert Goebel as Chief Lending Officer. CEO.

STCU hires local artist for mural in new branch location

When members get their first look inside STCU's 30th branch location, they'll see a stunning Spokane River mural by popular local artist Melissa Cole.

DEI Supports Local Families with Needed Supplies

DEI employees donate time, effort and materials for 100 supply-filled backpacks. Backpacks were donated to two prominent local organizations.

CommunityAmerica Announces Unbelievable Marketing Campaign

CommunityAmerica announces "Unbelievable" marketing campaign highlighting every day moments.

Registration Now Open for Nusenda’s Financial Services Career Exploration Dual-Credit Course

Nusenda Credit Union is pleased to continue its partnerships to hold the Financial Services Career Exploration course.

Chris Brooks Appointed Board Emeritus After 49 Years of Service

Chris Brooks was appointed to the role of Board Emeritus after 49 years on Gulf Winds’ Board of Directors.

60 students treated to a backpack filled with school supplies

TruMark Financial® Credit Union donated 60 colorful backpacks to five local organizations that provide support and services to families dealing with challenging situations.

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: August 27, 2021

Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.

ELGA Credit Union EVP Terry Katzur named MCUL Professional of the Year

ELGA Credit Union’s (ELGA) Executive Vice President, Terry Katzur, has been named Professional of the Year by the Michigan Credit Union League (MCUL).

Cooperative Teachers Credit Union Selects Scienaptic’s AI-Powered Credit Decisioning Platform

Leading AI-powered credit decision platform provider Scienaptic AI announced Cooperative Teachers Credit Union (CTCU) has selected its platform.

Member Driven Technologies Named a 2021 Cool Place to Work in Michigan for the Fifth Consecutive Year

Member Driven Technologies (MDT) has been acknowledged as a 2021 Cool Place to Work in Michigan by Crain’s Detroit Business for the 5th year in ...

Ron Smith of Texas Trust Named Small Business Champion

Ron Smith, Chief Growth Officer of Texas Trust Credit Union, was named Small Business Champion by the Arlington Black Chamber of Commerce.

Peach State Federal Credit Union Pledges $7,500 to Barrow County School System’s REACH Program

Peach State Federal Credit Union has committed to donating $7,500 to students participating in Barrow County School System’s REACH Scholarship Program

CU*Answers completes successful board planning session, announces Geoff Johnson has been selected to be new CEO

The CU*Answers Board announced that it has selected current President/COO Geoff Johnson to replace Randy Karnes as CEO effective October 1, 2021.

Ascend Federal Credit Union Donates $20,000 to Middle Tennessee Flood Relief, Sets Up Website Where Others Can Contribute

Ascend Federal Credit Union has donated $20,000 to support flood relief efforts in Middle Tennessee and set up a website ascend.org/flood-relief

Realities of Employee Resource Groups: Mitchell Stankovic Underground Xchange Presents in Partnership with PSCU and CUNA Mutual

Dig deeper into the intentions and the realities organizations will face when starting, governing, and evolving Employee Resource Groups.

Credit Unions Explore Their Super Power with BIG’s Innovation Club

Four new credit unions join BIG's Innovation Club to collaborate on some of today’s toughest challenges and tomorrow’s most promising technologies.

Glia’s Dan Michaeli and Rick DeLisi create playbook for delivering a five-star experience for today’s customers in “Digital Customer Service,” published today by Wiley

Glia's Dan Michaeli and Rick DeLisi have launched their book on Digital Customer Service.
Personnel Promotions

Alaska USA Federal Credit Union appoints new chairman of the board

Alaska USA Federal Credit Union appoints new chairman of the board

Abound Wins Three Statewide Awards

Abound Credit Union, an advocate of financial education for youth and adults throughout Kentucky, was recently recognized with three 1st place awards.

VyStar Credit Union Named a Best Place to Work

VyStar Credit Union has been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Northeast Florida by the Jacksonville Business Journal.

NASCUS Invites Kevin Chiappetta to Present Loan Profitability to Examiners

Kevin Chiappetta, CFA, President of QuantyPhi, recently presented on loan profitability during the Kentucky Examiner School, presented by NASCUS.

MSUFCU Earns Best Credit Unions to Work For® Honors

MSUFCU has been named one of American Banker’s Best Credit Unions to Work For®. This is the fifth year the Credit Union has earned this ...

Credit Union Student Choice to Host Three-Part Virtual “Empower U” Conference

Credit Union Student Choice will host its 7th annual Empower U conference virtually on September 16th, 23rd, and 30th.
Personnel Promotions

Unitus Appoints David Fehrer as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer

Unitus Community Credit Union announced the appointment of David Fehrer as Executive Vice President, Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer.

UMassFive Introduces New Investment Advisor Assistant – Sam Einzig

UMassFive is pleased to introduce Sam Einzig, the newest member of UMassFive's Retirement Planning and Investments team.

United Federal Credit Union Celebrates the Past While Planning for the Future

In July 2021, one of the founding members of United Federal Credit Union had the opportunity to visit the new St. Joseph, Michigan headquarters.

AllSouth Federal Credit Union Held Food Drive for Harvest Hope

AllSouth Federal Credit Union held a food drive to benefit Harvest Hope. AllSouth members, team members, and the community generously made donations.

Gesa Credit Union Goes Live with Scienaptic’s AI-Powered Credit Decisioning Platform

Leading global AI-powered credit decision platform provider, Scienaptic AI announced Gesa Credit Union is now live on its platform.

Two Washington state CUs to merge

CDFCU ($199mm), which originally served employees at Grand Coulee Dam, will close its five branches on Oct. 1, to reopen Oct. 4 as STCU ($4.3 ...

Robert Goebel joins North Bay CU as Chief Lending Officer

North Bay Credit Union has named Robert Goebel as Chief Lending Officer. CEO.

STCU hires local artist for mural in new branch location

When members get their first look inside STCU's 30th branch location, they'll see a stunning Spokane River mural by popular local artist Melissa Cole.

DEI Supports Local Families with Needed Supplies

DEI employees donate time, effort and materials for 100 supply-filled backpacks. Backpacks were donated to two prominent local organizations.

CommunityAmerica Announces Unbelievable Marketing Campaign

CommunityAmerica announces "Unbelievable" marketing campaign highlighting every day moments.

Registration Now Open for Nusenda’s Financial Services Career Exploration Dual-Credit Course

Nusenda Credit Union is pleased to continue its partnerships to hold the Financial Services Career Exploration course.

Chris Brooks Appointed Board Emeritus After 49 Years of Service

Chris Brooks was appointed to the role of Board Emeritus after 49 years on Gulf Winds’ Board of Directors.

60 students treated to a backpack filled with school supplies

TruMark Financial® Credit Union donated 60 colorful backpacks to five local organizations that provide support and services to families dealing with challenging situations.

Baker Market Update – Week in Review: August 27, 2021

Released every Friday, BMU is a brief and informative newsletter that provides financial institutions a review of the week’s economic developments.

ELGA Credit Union EVP Terry Katzur named MCUL Professional of the Year

ELGA Credit Union’s (ELGA) Executive Vice President, Terry Katzur, has been named Professional of the Year by the Michigan Credit Union League (MCUL).

Cooperative Teachers Credit Union Selects Scienaptic’s AI-Powered Credit Decisioning Platform

Leading AI-powered credit decision platform provider Scienaptic AI announced Cooperative Teachers Credit Union (CTCU) has selected its platform.

Member Driven Technologies Named a 2021 Cool Place to Work in Michigan for the Fifth Consecutive Year

Member Driven Technologies (MDT) has been acknowledged as a 2021 Cool Place to Work in Michigan by Crain’s Detroit Business for the 5th year in ...

Ron Smith of Texas Trust Named Small Business Champion

Ron Smith, Chief Growth Officer of Texas Trust Credit Union, was named Small Business Champion by the Arlington Black Chamber of Commerce.

myCUmortgage Adds Four New Partner Credit Unions in Q3

New partners take advantage of myCUmortgage’s products and services to help them become great mortgage lenders

Eltropy Announces Integration with Portico from Fiserv for Enhanced Credit Union Member Engagement

Eltropy, the leading digital conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), today announced its integration with Portico® from Fiserv, a full-service account processing platform. This ...

UMassFive Recognized for Outstanding Performance in Investment Services

UMassFive and their team of CUSO Financial Services (CFS)* Financial Advisors have been recognized with the Gold Keystone Award in the medium-sized financial institution category ...

Southwest Montana Community Federal Credit Union Appoints Teri Krakowka as President/CEO

Anaconda, MT, November 08, 2023. The Board of Directors of Southwest Montana Community Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the selection of Teri Krakowka ...

Advia Credit Union Welcomes Bill Clancy as VP of Consumer Lending; Celebrates Other New Hire and Several Internal Promotions

Advia Credit Union is honored to welcome Bill Clancy as its new Vice President of Consumer Lending. Additionally, the credit union is pleased to announce ...

Kim Withers to Retire, Meridian Trust Names Bryan Thomas Next CEO

Kim Withers, Meridian Trust Federal Credit Union’s longtime President and CEO, has announced her retirement effective January 12th, 2024. Kim has been with Meridian Trust ...
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