May 2nd, 20220100Tampa, FL – May 2, 2022 – USF Federal Credit Union (USF FCU) is giving $20,000 in Ukrainian aid to help the citizens and credit unions of the war-torn country.
“USF FCU has a mission to give back to communities. And while Ukraine isn’t our local community, we feel a responsibility to help the people and credit unions that have been displaced as a result of the war,” USF FCU President and CEO Richard J. Skaggs said. “Our hope is that our donation, along with those given by other credit unions, will bring at least a small measure of comfort to the Ukrainian people and help our fellow credit unions and their members.”
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May 2nd, 20222111Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (April 29, 2022) - Eglin Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Supply Coordinator Kyle Tretter has been selected as the 5-Star Performer of the 1st Quarter of 2022. Kyle has been employed with the Credit Union since December 2020 and currently resides in Crestview.
President/CEO Jerry Williams and Facilities Manager/Security Officer Alan Campbell presented the award to Kyle. Jerry said, “Kyle’s dedication to EFCU is evident in his performance. He is quick and responsive and goes over and beyond when things are requested from him.”
Alan added, "Kyle is proactive in getting not only his job...
April 28th, 2022082Pensacola, Fla. (April 27, 2022) – Pen Air Federal Credit Union (Pen Air) announces the passing of former CEO, Betty Petree (June 24, 1929 – April 21, 2022).
“We are saddened at the loss of Ms. Petree. A loyal Pen Air employee for 36 years, she served as a member of the Board of Directors for an additional 16,” says Delbert Lee Morgan, Pen Air Federal Credit Union President & CEO. “Ms. Petree originally joined us as a Clerk in 1956. Her upward trajectory within the credit union is a testament to her character and love for Pen Air.”
Petree’s leadership would receive many accolades during her time with Pen Air. Most...
April 26th, 2022371Pensacola, Fla. (April 26, 2022) – Pen Air Federal Credit Union (Pen Air) strives to enhance the lives of those in the communities where we live, work and serve. A proud community partner since 1936, Pen Air is committed to continuing this philanthropic legacy through donations, volunteerism, and sponsorships.
Jeans for Communerosity®(J4C) is an annual employee-driven fundraising effort. In 2022, 12 beneficiaries were selected by Pen Air team members, each receiving $4,000. All funds are raised from a payroll deduction program, J4C days, and J4C t-shirt sales, then matched by the credit union.
First quarter recipients:
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April 21st, 20224133Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (April 21, 2022) - Eglin Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce a new branch will be added in Pace, Fla., making it the second location in Santa Rosa County. As part of the Credit Union’s growth and expansion efforts, property was recently purchased at 4413 US-90 in Pace. Construction is expected to begin in a few months and be completed in 2023. La Macchia Group is the design/build firm for the new Pace branch, the Operations Center and the recently announced Freeport branch, all expected to be completed in 2023.
“We are excited to announce that the National Credit Union Administration has recently...
April 20th, 2022165Panama City, FL (April 2022) – Bay Credit Union is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website available at www.baycu.com. The new site features a fresh, modern design, streamlined functionality, and easy access to all the essential information about products and services.
Bay CU has intensively focused on upgrading its infrastructure over the last two years including a new core member data system, new online and updated mobile banking, and the new website among other improvements.
“We wanted to create a more user-friendly virtual banking experience,” Mike Akers, CEO, said, “We designed our new website to make...
April 6th, 202210106ROCKLEDGE, Fla. -- Tackling today's serious youth financial literacy crisis, Community Credit Union Florida (CCU Florida), a member-owned, not for profit, financial cooperative on Florida's east coast, debuted its "321 Financial Liftoff!" educational series at Rockledge High School with 400 high school juniors. This program provides the tools necessary to pave a path towards a successful financial future as younger customers begin their independent financial journey. The event features an interactive panel discussion with CCU Florida financial experts, as well as young athletes and influencers connected to the Space Coast...
March 31st, 20223347DUNEDIN, Fla. (March 30, 2022) – Achieva Credit Union has named Susan Lacey as Regional Market President, giving her responsibility for an area that stretches along Florida’s west coast from Bradenton to Fort Myers and Estero. The promotion comes as Achieva puts an even stronger focus on Southwest Florida and continues to expand its branch network.
Lacey’s responsibilities as Market President expand her focus more to strategy and growth initiatives with particular goals on increasing visibility of Achieva’s “Banking for Good” benefits, and on refining how branches of the future will play a role in their local...
March 31st, 20223181Tampa, FL— USF Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that Zachary Churchill will be a participant in the 2022 CUES Emerge Program, joining 29 other up-and-coming credit union leaders. All were selected by talent development leader CUES with the support of their partners at Currency based on their potential to create a lasting impact within the credit union industry.
This group will receive coaching, training and resources to build their leadership acumen and strategic thinking skill set. They will also benefit from the exclusive opportunity to collaborate with their peers during mastermind groups, where they will work to...
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