December 8th, 202509Pensacola, Florida – Gulf Winds Credit Union is pleased to announce that Craig Vinson Sr. has joined the leadership team as Vice President of Wealth Management. In this strategic role, Vinson will oversee all wealth management services, expand the program’s market presence, and mentor a team of professionals skilled in aligning clients’ financial goals with the institution’s objectives.
“Adding someone with Vinson’s experience and community-minded approach is a positive step forward for Gulf Winds,” said Daniel Souers, President and CEO of Gulf Winds Credit Union. “He understands the needs of our clients, and his...
December 8th, 2025011Warner Robins, Ga. - Robins Financial Credit Union recently donated $25,000 to support scholarships at four local colleges, reinforcing the credit union’s commitment to education and community growth.
The funds were distributed to the following institutions: Middle Georgia State University, Central Georgia Technical College, Fort Valley State University, and Georgia Military College.
“At Robins Financial, we believe that education plays a vital role in shaping strong communities,” said Christina O’Brien, President & CEO of Robins Financial Credit Union. “We’re proud to invest in the future of our students and to give...
December 8th, 202509BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — AmFirst awarded 14 grants, totaling more than $60,000, to organizations across Alabama at a Grants Reception on December 4, 2025. The grants, ranging from $2,500 to $7,500, are part of the credit union’s corporate giving.
“At AmFirst, our commitment to the community is at the heart of everything we do,” said Kevin Morris, President and CEO of AmFirst. “The ‘people helping people’ philosophy is not just a slogan; it’s our guiding principle. This grant program allows us to deepen our impact and support the outstanding work these organizations are doing. We are honored to invest in their missions and...
December 4th, 2025114Pensacola, Florida – Gulf Winds Credit Union is proud to announce plans to soon break ground for a new headquarters on Nine Mile Road in Pensacola, Florida. This will mark a major milestone in the credit union’s continued growth and commitment to serving the community.
For more than 70 years, Gulf Winds has been dedicated to helping individuals, families, and local businesses succeed financially. The full-service financial institution has consistently focused on providing products, services, resources, and financial guidance that helps members achieve their goals with confidence and peace of mind.
This groundbreaking will be a...
December 4th, 2025017Washington DC – The American Association of Credit Union Leagues (AACUL) proudly announces that Patty Corkery, President/CEO of the Michigan Credit Union League (MCUL) and CUSG, has been selected as the 26th recipient of the Eagle Award, AACUL’s highest recognition for league leadership excellence.
First awarded in 1981, the Eagle Award recognizes a credit union league/association president who displays an outstanding record of achievement, demonstrates leadership beyond the league level, is willing to speak out and take a stand on important challenges and opportunities and shows innovation in implementing new ideas.
“Patty is not...
December 4th, 2025011Pensacola, Florida – Gulf Winds Credit Union is proud to contribute a $10,000 gift to Council on Aging of West Florida to advance programs that help aging adults maintain healthy, independent lives. On Giving Tuesday, Gulf Winds presented the second half of the donation -- $5,000 -- as the final part of a month-long matching campaign.
For over 50 years, Council on Aging of West Florida has transformed the lives of aging adults in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. Through vital programs like Meals on Wheels, The Retreat, and Senior Companion services, they ensure seniors have the resources to live a life that’s healthy, safe, and full...
December 3rd, 202519JACKSONVILLE, FL - VyStar Credit Union has been awarded two prestigious honors at the 2025 Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards, recognizing the organization’s outstanding achievements in both community impact and technology innovation. The Luminaries Awards shine a national spotlight on individuals and organizations transforming the credit union industry through innovation, leadership, and community impact.
VyStar Credit Union was honored with the Community Impact Luminary Award for its unwavering commitment to “Do Good” across Florida and Georgia. In 2024 alone, VyStar employees contributed over 40,000 volunteer hours and the...
December 3rd, 2025012County Clerk Victor Crist Honors USF CU With Outstanding Service Award
TAMPA, Fla. – A volunteer team from USF Credit Union (USF CU), using secure AI technology and rigorous human review, helped Hillsborough County uncover a surprise estimated $6 million in savings for taxpayers.
Earlier this year, Hillsborough County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller Victor Crist requested assistance from USF CU to help evaluate the county’s banking service agreement. A team of ten USF CU employees used a secure AI platform to analyze more than 1,200 pages of documentation and produce a detailed 100-page review.
However, the credit union...
December 3rd, 202504The American Association of Credit Union Leagues (AACUL) and America’s Credit Unions (ACU) today jointly announced the return of Scott Simpson, ACU’s new president/CEO and former president of three state leagues, to the AACUL Board.
For AACUL’s membership, which represents every state league across the country, this moment is more than a leadership update: it is a strategic turning point for the movement.
Simpson previously served on the AACUL Board from 2014 to 2021, including two years as Chair, and his return comes at a time when coordination between state and federal advocacy has never been more important. AACUL is the convening...
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