September 27th, 2026022Fort Walton Beach, Fla. - The Eglin Federal Credit Union Marketing Department was recognized by the Southern Public Relations Federation(SPRF) with their 2026 Lantern Award on Sept. 22, 2026, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
The SPRF is a regional network of public relations and communications professionals serving Alabama, North Florida, Louisiana and Mississippi. The SPRF Lantern Awards honor outstanding public relations, communications, and marketing work across the Gulf South, recognizing campaigns and projects that demonstrate excellence in strategy, execution and measurable results.
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September 27th, 2026029Pensacola, Florida – Gulf Winds Credit Union and Peoples Exchange Bank, headquartered in Monroeville, Alabama, alongside its parent holding company, Peoples Exchange Bancshares, Inc., are pleased to jointly announce they have entered into a definitive agreement in which Gulf Winds Credit Union will acquire Peoples Exchange Bank (the proposed “Transaction”), bringing together two trusted financial institutions dedicated to strengthening the long-term financial stability of the communities they call home.
Embracing the motto, Growing for Good, Gulf Winds Credit Union is steadily expanding, and on a mission to do more for its members and...
September 27th, 2026038Awarded Best Credit Union, Best Financial Planning Services, Best Place to Work, Best Mortgage Lender and Best Boss
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – First Florida Credit Union and its president and CEO Brent Lister claimed top honors in multiple categories of this year’s Tallahassee Community's Choice Awards. First Florida was named Best Credit Union, Best Financial Planning Services (FFIS), Best Place to Work and Best Mortgage Lender, and its president and CEO was recognized as Best Boss in Tallahassee.
"While we’re proud to receive each of these awards, there is something very special about receiving all of them together,” Lister said. “The...
September 27th, 2026020The program, now in its fourth year, teaches financial literacy to kids as young as four years of age
ORLANDO, Fla. – Addition Financial Credit Union and the Rosen Preschools have joined forces for the ADDing FUNdamentals program, an innovative financial literacy program that introduces preschool-aged children to essential money management concepts through engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences.
Developed through a partnership with Junior Achievement of Central Florida and the Early Learning Coalition of Orange County, the ADDing FUNdamentals program teaches young learners foundational financial skills through interactive...
September 27th, 2026050Highest-ever fundraising total helps fifth annual campaign reach nearly $50,000 milestone
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — First Commerce Credit Union’s fifth annual Liz Nix Fundraiser for Animal Rescue generated nearly $16,000 in 2026, the highest annual total in the fundraiser’s history, bringing its overall impact to nearly $50,000 since its launch.
Held each May during National Pet Month, the fundraiser benefits animal welfare organizations across North Florida and South Georgia. Through the generosity of individuals and businesses in the communities First Commerce serves, the credit union helps the organizations continue their work to find...
September 22nd, 2026033New location expands access to financial services, supports communities and businesses in one of Central Florida's fastest-growing communities.
Orlando, FL – As Clermont continues to experience rapid growth, VyStar Credit Union is expanding access to financial services with the opening of its newest branch at 4601 Collina Terrace in Plaza Collina. The new location marks VyStar’s second full-service branch in Lake County and will serve the growing number of families, businesses and communities driving the region’s continued growth.
Through its newest branch, VyStar is deepening its investment in Central Florida by providing convenient...
September 22nd, 2026027Burkes brings extensive experience in risk management, fraud detection and prevention to his new position
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — First Commerce Credit Union has promoted Allen Burkes to Vice President of Risk Management, recognizing his leadership in the credit union’s risk management practices, fraud prevention efforts and commitment to protecting members.
Burkes previously served as Senior Director of Risk Management. In his new role, he will lead First Commerce’s enterprise risk management efforts and provide strategic oversight of initiatives that help protect the credit union, its members and the communities it serves. His...
September 22nd, 2026326Credit union contributes $30,000 to help Daytona Beach Campus students pursue internships and other career-building opportunities
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Addition Financial Credit Union announced a new partnership this week with Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University that will expand financial education opportunities for the university community and help students overcome financial barriers to valuable career experiences.
As part of the new collaboration, the credit union, headquartered in Lake Mary, Florida, is contributing $30,000 to the Career Assistance Fund at Embry-Riddle’s Daytona Beach Campus. The fund provides financial support...
September 22nd, 2026018PENSACOLA, Fla. — Raising the bar for executive leadership, Whitney Lucas, Loyalty Credit Union board member and chief of staff for the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, is among the named 2026 Top Women Chiefs of Staff announced by Women We Admire.
The prestigious award honors women leaders who drive the strategic engine behind major community organizations. Lucas was selected among an elite cohort of women performing this critical work across global corporations, health care systems, public agencies, and academic institutions.
In her role as chief of staff for the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office, Lucas reports directly to...
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