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.

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DDJ Myers places Ricky Otey as CEO at Partners FCU

DDJ Myers proudly announces the recent placement of Ricky Otey as CEO at Partners Federal Credit Union.

ACUMA President to Step Down

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

New funding will accelerate the growth of Coconut Software’s 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

UMassFive is once again fundraising and participating in two important charitable events this fall.

Abrigo Enhances Credit Risk Software with Loan Review Workflow Automation

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

Cornerstone Resources has been selected to conduct a search for an AVP of human resources at People’s Trust Federal Credit Union in Houston, TX

PSCU Launches Newest Prepaid Digital Experience Platform

PSCU has announced the launch of its newest prepaid digital experience platform, PSCU My Card Manager mobile app and website.

BCU INCENTIVIZES NEW SAVINGS BEHAVIOR

BCU INCENTIVIZES NEW SAVINGS BEHAVIOR

CUSO Financial Announces New Partnership with Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union

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

Kara Danaher has joined New England Federal Credit Union as Mortgage Loan Officer

OCCU Announces New 24hr Smart ATM @ Marion Oaks Branch

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

Advia Foundation has awarded $14,000 in Advancing Lives Grants to 4 nonprofit organizations within its membership area.
Personnel Promotions

United Federal Credit Union Names Evan McCullough Director of Loss Prevention and Assets Recovery

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

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

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

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

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 America’s Best-In-State Financial Institutions

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

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

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

LSC has joined with United Way to help benefit families impacted by Hurricane Ida.

Jennifer Williams Appointed SVP/General Counsel at Frontwave Credit Union

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

The second day of ALM First’s Financial Forum featured two different tracks developed for financial executive and board member audiences.

Day 1 of ALM First Financial Forum Offers Insights on Economy, Mortgage Market & Balance Sheet Opportunities

The first day of ALM First’s Financial Forum kicked off with NCUA Board Member, Rodney Hood, sharing his thoughts on the resiliency of the industry.

DDJ Myers places Ricky Otey as CEO at Partners FCU

DDJ Myers proudly announces the recent placement of Ricky Otey as CEO at Partners Federal Credit Union.

ACUMA President to Step Down

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

New funding will accelerate the growth of Coconut Software’s 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

UMassFive is once again fundraising and participating in two important charitable events this fall.

Abrigo Enhances Credit Risk Software with Loan Review Workflow Automation

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

Cornerstone Resources has been selected to conduct a search for an AVP of human resources at People’s Trust Federal Credit Union in Houston, TX

PSCU Launches Newest Prepaid Digital Experience Platform

PSCU has announced the launch of its newest prepaid digital experience platform, PSCU My Card Manager mobile app and website.

BCU INCENTIVIZES NEW SAVINGS BEHAVIOR

BCU INCENTIVIZES NEW SAVINGS BEHAVIOR

CUSO Financial Announces New Partnership with Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union

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

Kara Danaher has joined New England Federal Credit Union as Mortgage Loan Officer

OCCU Announces New 24hr Smart ATM @ Marion Oaks Branch

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

Advia Foundation has awarded $14,000 in Advancing Lives Grants to 4 nonprofit organizations within its membership area.
Personnel Promotions

United Federal Credit Union Names Evan McCullough Director of Loss Prevention and Assets Recovery

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

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

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

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

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 America’s Best-In-State Financial Institutions

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

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

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

LSC has joined with United Way to help benefit families impacted by Hurricane Ida.

Jennifer Williams Appointed SVP/General Counsel at Frontwave Credit Union

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

The second day of ALM First’s Financial Forum featured two different tracks developed for financial executive and board member audiences.

Day 1 of ALM First Financial Forum Offers Insights on Economy, Mortgage Market & Balance Sheet Opportunities

The first day of ALM First’s Financial Forum kicked off with NCUA Board Member, Rodney Hood, sharing his thoughts on the resiliency of the industry.

INOVA Federal Donates $7,969 To World Council of Credit Unions

INOVA recently contributed $7,969 to the World Council of Credit Unions’ (WOCCU) Global Good initiative. The funds were raised through INOVA’s Global Good Visa credit ...

PSCU/Co-op Solutions Appoints Two New Executive Vice Presidents

PSCU/Co-op Solutions has announced the appointment of Vel Davidov to executive vice president, chief financial officer and Michael Summers to executive vice president, chief culture ...

GenAI, Text Messaging for Collections Take Center Stage at Annual NCUCA Conference

GenAI, Text Messaging for Collections Take Center Stage at Annual NCUCA Conference Ashish Garg and Jenn Quinn from Eltropy to highlight AI’s potential for improving ...

GTE Financial Continues To Elevate Its Team With Several Promotions and New Hires

GTE Financial, one of the largest locally owned and operated financial institutions in Tampa Bay, is pleased to announce the promotion of Saidy Barredo to ...

SECU Foundation Welcomes 16 Non-profits to Mission Development Grant Program With $640,000 in Awards

A new round of Mission Development grants approved by the SECU Foundation Board of Directors welcomes 16 non-profits to the two-year capacity building program, with ...

U.S. Senate Federal Credit Union Recognized Nationally as a 2024 Top Workplaces Winner by USA TODAY!

The United States Senate Federal Credit Union (USSFCU) proudly announces its nationwide recognition as a recipient of the 2024 Top Workplaces national award, presented by ...
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