January 8th, 2025221Pensacola, Florida (January 8, 2025) - PenAir Credit Union (PenAir) announced it has selected eight local nonprofits to receive donations in 2025 through its Communerosity Employee Fundraising Program. This program is a part of PenAir’s dedication to Communerosity—where generosity is a positive force for good in the communities PenAir serves. The selected organizations were nominated and voted on by PenAir employees for their impactful work and alignment with PenAir’s mission to enhance lives where members live, work, and serve.
Each nonprofit will receive a monetary donation and a commitment from PenAir’s more than 380 employees...
January 7th, 2025018Pensacola, Florida (January 7, 2025 ) - PenAir Credit Union (PenAir) is excited to announce the opening of its 2025 Scholarship Program, which offers financial support to local graduating high school seniors pursuing higher education, including technical schools. Online applications are open at penair.org/Scholarships through March 23.
“We believe in empowering the next generation of leaders and changemakers,” said Casey Brueske, Community Education Development Specialist at PenAir Credit Union. “Our scholarship program reflects our commitment to service, respect, and Communerosity ® by supporting students as they work toward...
January 6th, 20250121TAMPA, FLA. (January 6, 2025) — Suncoast Credit Union, Florida’s largest credit union, announces the appointment of Scott Binder as Senior Vice President of Member Experience. Scott joins Suncoast’s senior leadership team, and will work closely with Executive Vice President Darlene Johnson to further enhance and optimize the credit union’s member experience.
A Tampa native, Scott brings over three decades of experience in the credit union industry, including 20 years at Suncoast, where he has served in a variety of leadership roles, most recently as Vice President of Payment and Deposit Operations.
In his new position, Scott...
January 3rd, 2025427Jacksonville, Florida — Capital is crucial for the growth and success of any business, particularly for small, local, and diverse enterprises. To provide valuable insights into financial opportunities and support the journey of these businesses, VyStar Credit Union, in partnership with the US Department of Commerce’s Regional Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) Business Center based in Orlando, will host the 2025 Access to Capital Forum.
This event is scheduled for Wednesday, January 15th, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at VyStar Credit Union’s headquarters in downtown Jacksonville. Local developing, small, and diversity owned...
January 2nd, 20250131BRISTOL, FL — Calhoun Liberty Credit Union (CLCU) is excited to announce the ceremonial ribbon cutting for our brand-new Bristol branch, now open and ready to serve our members! This special event will take place on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 11:00 AM EST at our new location, 10873 FL-20, Bristol, FL 32321.
We invite the public to join us in celebrating this milestone as we officially commemorate the opening of this modern facility designed to enhance how we serve our members and community. We can’t wait to celebrate this special day and share the next chapter of serving our community!
This move to a more prominent and easily...
December 23rd, 20243209Jacksonville, Florida – VyStar Credit Union remains hopeful that a resolution will be reached quickly to avoid a federal government shutdown beginning on Saturday, Dec. 21. However, the credit union has established programs available to minimize any inconvenience its members may face.
VyStar’s programs and services are designed to help members who might experience financial hardships as a result of a shutdown. The credit union has a history of helping members navigate financial uncertainties and remains committed to offering financial assistance to those who may be affected. These services include emergency relief loans, payment...
December 17th, 2024340PANAMA CITY, Fla.—The $1.9-billion Tyndall FCU deposited $16 million into more than 86,000 of its members’ accounts this week, WJHG.com reported.
Tyndall has given back over $78 million to its member-owners in recent years through an End-of-Year Giveback, WJHG.com said.
To get their holiday cash, members had to participate in everyday banking activities, such as online banking, bill pay, direct deposit, card usage, e-statements, and loans. Each member had the opportunity to receive up to $700.
“Our members matter, we get to know them, we get to know their mom, their dad, their grandparents, their children, we grow with our...
December 17th, 2024194LAKE MARY and TALLAHASSEE, Fla (Tuesday, December 17, 2024) – Addition Financial Credit Union and Envision Credit Union announced their plans to merge two award-winning institutions and expand service to members from Central Florida, North Florida, and South Georgia.
Under the terms of the agreement, which is subject to approval from the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) and a membership vote, the combined credit union will continue to operate as Addition Financial Credit Union under the leadership of current President and CEO, Kevin Miller. Once the merger is complete, the credit union will hold nearly $4 billion in assets...
December 13th, 20247280Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (Dec. 13, 2024) - Eglin Federal Credit Union is proud to recognize SVP/Chief Technology Officer Tim Farnsworth’s remarkable 30-year career with the organization, during which he has grown to become an integral part of the credit union's leadership team. He oversees all cybersecurity, business continuity, electronic infrastructure and information technology operations.
"We are thrilled to honor Tim for his three decades of exceptional service and unwavering commitment to Eglin Federal Credit Union," said President/CEO Cathie Staton. "His journey is a true testament to the power of hard work, lifelong learning and...
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