January 16th, 2025012November 12, 2024, Tampa, FL – Floridacentral Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Thomas Gabryluk as the credit union’s new Chief Financial Officer and Senior Vice President. Gabryluk will lead the Accounting/Finance, Regulatory Compliance, Collections, and CUSO Financial Services Teams. In this vital role, Gabyluk will be working alongside the executive team to drive strategic initiatives that support sustainable growth and member-focused financial solutions.
“We are delighted to welcome Tom Gabryluk to the Floridacentral Team.”, said Linh Dang, President/CEO of Floridacentral Credit Union. ...
January 16th, 2025127LAKE MARY, Fla. (January 15. 2025) – For a second straight year, Addition Financial Credit Union, based in Lake Mary, Florida, announced that it is recognized as one of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. The award recognizes Addition Financial’s impact and commitment to delivering financial stability, lower fees, competitive rates, and superior member service to its members.
Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recognized top regional banks and credit unions in the United States, by conducting a large-scale study based on the analysis of over 9,000 institutions, more than 70,000...
January 14th, 2025013Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (Jan. 13, 2025) - Eglin Federal Credit Union is proud to announce the board of directors has honored Jerry Williams with the prestigious title of President Emeritus, recognizing his exemplary service and leadership over the past decade as President/CEO. Jerry officially retired on Jan. 3, 2025. Jerry’s new title as President Emeritus was effective Jan. 6, 2025.
Board Chair Dan McInnis praised Jerry Williams’ significant contributions, stating on behalf of the board of directions, “We deeply value Jerry Williams' leadership at Eglin Federal Credit Union. As he enters retirement, we are pleased to officially...
January 14th, 2025013KISSIMMEE (January 10, 2025) – Addition Financial Credit Union and the School District of Osceola County held a ribbon cutting today for a new student-run Addition Financial branch at Osceola High School, expanding the High School Branch partnership that provides hands-on financial experience to Central Florida students.
Addition Financial’s High School Branch Program is designed to introduce young people to financial literacy and money management skills. The credit union provides training to Osceola High School students who are accepted into the program and prepares them to fully staff and run the credit union branch, located on the...
January 10th, 20253191Panama City, FL — Innovations Financial Credit Union is excited to announce the addition of Kristie McLane to our leadership team as the new Director of Community Business Development. With over 14 years of experience in banking and a strong track record of fostering client relationships, Kristie is poised to bring dynamic leadership to our credit union.
Kristie brings extensive experience in leading teams and building strong client relationships in both retail and commercial lending. Her collaborative approach and focus on fostering community growth have been key to her success in driving business development in the Florida Panhandle....
January 8th, 2025235Pensacola, 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, 2025023Pensacola, 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, 20250131TAMPA, 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, 2025434Jacksonville, 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...
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