June 26th, 2026019PANAMA CITY, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Gina Mann to Director of Mortgage Lending.
Mann joined Innovations Financial Credit Union in 2018 and has played an instrumental role in the growth and success of the credit union's mortgage lending program. Most recently serving as Mortgage Lending Manager, she has led the mortgage team with a focus on exceptional member service, operational excellence, and helping members achieve their dream of homeownership.
As Director of Mortgage Lending, Mann will continue leading the mortgage team while focusing on strategic growth, operational...
June 26th, 2026021PANAMA CITY, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Tricia Cottle to Director of Training and Organizational Development.
Cottle has been a valued member of the Innovations team since 2007 and has brought nearly two decades of experience serving members, supporting team members, and leading branch operations. Throughout her tenure, she has held several leadership positions, including Branch Manager of the Callaway branch and most recently Senior Branch Manager of the Harrison Avenue branch.
The newly created Director of Training and Organizational Development position reflects Innovations'...
June 25th, 2026022PANAMA CITY, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Kristie McLane to Director of Retail.
McLane joined Innovations in January 2025 as Director of Community Business Development and quickly became a valued member of the credit union’s leadership team. In her new role, she will oversee retail operations, including branch performance, consumer lending, deposit growth, member experience, and retail service initiatives across the credit union's branch network.
With more than 15 years of experience in the financial services industry, McLane brings a strong background in relationship building,...
June 25th, 2026028PANAMA CITY, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Jon Smiley to Director of Business Lending.
Smiley brings more than 20 years of lending and financial services experience to the role and has served as Business Lending Manager since joining Innovations three years ago. Throughout his tenure, he has played a key role in expanding the credit union’s business lending services, strengthening relationships with local business owners, and helping businesses throughout Northwest Florida access the financing solutions they need to grow and succeed.
As Director of Business Lending, Smiley will lead...
June 24th, 2026016Fort Walton Beach, Fla. - Eglin Federal Credit Union is inviting the community to join in celebrating America’s 250th birthday with in-branch festivities and an exciting summer promotion. The celebration will kick off July 1 and July 2, when each branch will offer complimentary cookies and patriotic-themed swag.
From July 1 through Aug. 31, Eglin FCU will host its “Cruise on in for America’s 250th Celebration Giveaway,” offering the public the opportunity to enter for a chance to win a five-day, four-night cruise vacation for two to Mexico, the Bahamas or the western Caribbean. Twelve winners, one per branch, will be randomly...
June 24th, 2026025SnackStock 2026 highlights the power of community in supporting patients during treatment
PENSACOLA, Fla. — PenAir Credit Union (PenAir), in partnership with Ascension Sacred Heart and the Pensacola Blue Wahoos, has successfully completed SnackStock 2026, collecting more than 8,100 individually packaged snacks to support cancer patients receiving treatment at Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Center.
Throughout the month of May, SnackStock brought together individuals, families, and businesses from across the Pensacola area to meet a simple but meaningful need. Donation sites at PenAir branches and Blue Wahoos home games made it easy...
June 18th, 2026022Pensacola, Florida – Gulf Winds Credit Union is excited to announce that Pensacola native Jennifer Perez has joined the senior leadership team as Vice President of Marketing. In this crucial role, Perez will spearhead short- and long-term marketing strategies, ensure brand consistency, oversee ROI and performance metrics, manage budgets, and maintain a high-performing team.
“Jennifer’s background in financial marketing and proven experience with developing teams will be an immediate asset to our division,” said Pam Hatt, Chief Marketing and Growth Officer of Gulf Winds Credit Union. “We are excited about her fresh perspective...
June 18th, 2026030Expanded executive role aligns lending, marketing, public relations, and community development to strengthen member growth and engagement
LAKE MARY, Fla. - As Addition Financial Credit Union continues to expand its reach and deepen its impact across the communities it serves, the organization has named Miriam Mitchell Chief Growth Officer. In this newly expanded executive role, Mitchell will lead a unified growth strategy that brings together lending, marketing, public relations and community development to strengthen member relationships, drive sustainable growth and advance the credit union's mission of helping members achieve financial...
June 5th, 2026023Through everyday VyStar debit card purchases, members are helping fund student success, education programs and critical school needs.
JACKSONVILLE, FL – Everyday purchases are making a lasting impact in local schools thanks to VyStar Credit Union members, who helped generate more than $49,0000 this academic year for 19 Florida high schools through VyStar’s High School Debit Card Give Back Program.
“The VyStar Debit Card Give Back Program has been a tremendous benefit to Bradford High School because it provides flexible funding that directly supports our students and school community,” said Chris Coffey, Bradford High School...
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