March 11th, 20202106Suncoast Credit Union recently celebrated the grand opening of its first completely bilingual branch.
The branch, located in Tampa, Fla., features a staff fluent in both English and Spanish and offers marketing materials in both languages, according to a CUInsight article.
The new building was designed with industrial loft architecture in mind and features modern furnishings that blend with the style. Members visiting the branch can enjoy a coffee bar and free WiFi in an open/cafe style floor plan. The location also offers teller pods, vehicle and mortgage lending applications services and extended hours through walk up and drive up...
March 10th, 20205122Achieva Credit Union recently co-sponsored a local '80s masquerade ball, the proceeds of which benefit Habitat for Humanity.
The North Port Divas hosted the ball from a country club in South Sarasota County, Fla., dressing in their 1980s finest, according to a Your Sun article. This wast the ninth ball the Divas have hosted -- and they managed to raise hundred for Habitat Against Humanity.
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March 9th, 2020068Bread & Board Provisions, a popular Five Points restaurant, recently announced its intentions to open a new location at VyStar Credit Union's headquarters in Jacksonville, Fla.
The restaurant, known for fresh-baked artisanal breads and meats, will set up in a 2,200-square-foot specialty marketplace featuring seven other vendors, according to a First Coast News article. The other vendors include Good Dough, Alewife Craft Beer Bottle Shop, Bee Friends Farm, Layered: Cakes & Sweets by Anita Adams, Martin Coffee, Saturiwa Trading Company and Bark Urban Dog Boutique.
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March 6th, 20204340Female executives from both Georgia's Own Credit Union and Publix Employees Federal Credit Union recently sat down with Creditunions.com to discuss working tips, career lessons and legacy desires in celebration of International Women's Day on March 8.
"In 2017, Callahan examined leadership teams at U.S. credit unions and found 51.4% of CEOs were females," according to the article. "When it comes to assets under female stewardship, however, the movement outperforms other industries and notable, successful companies -- but still has some ground to make up if it is to reflect true equality."
Cheryl Brown, chief people and organizational...
March 5th, 20201188Magnify Money, a personal finance site powered by LendingTree, recently featured Pen Air Federal Credit among its list of "Best Credit Union CD rates with restricted memberships or membership fees."
Pen Air offers a 12-month CD at 1.8% APY that requires a $500 minimum deposit to open. The credit union offers CDs with a range of terms, from 3 months to 60 months. Pen Air is open to active duty or retired military, civil service employees, employees at select employer groups and anyone who simply joins the Friends of the Navy-Marine Relief Society.
"Each of these credit unions have membership criteria, but don't let that scare you away,"...
March 3rd, 20200109The Board of Directors of Jax Federal Credit Union recently announced that Mary Svoboda will serve as its interim president and CEO after the departure of former president, Joe Nowland.
Svoboda joined the credit union as COO in 2003. In 2017, the board of directors appointed her to the dual role of COO and CLO -- a position designed to prepare the credit union for long-term growth and sustainability. She was recognized as one of the Jacksonville' Business Journal's "Women of Influence" in 2018.
"Since the day Mary joined our executive team, she has earned the confidence of our employees, members and the Board of Directors," said...
March 2nd, 2020163Both GTE Financial and Suncoast credit unions took an active rule in supporting a local walk that helps unite guide dogs with those who need them most.
The Southeastern Guide Dogs Walkathon in downtown St. Petersburg, Fla., gathers the public for fun, food and recreation in downtown St. Petersburg each spring, according to a Tampa Bay Times article. This year, the event will take place on Marcy 21 from 9 a.m. until noon, with activities for both dogs and their humans.
The Walkathon is an annual tradition in St. Petersburg, spreading awareness and support for the organization's trainers, staff and facility for 34 years. Those who...
March 2nd, 20206112VyStar Credit Union recently presented employees with their annual gift for 2020 -- journals made by women who are writing their own stories.
The journals were produced by employees from Rethreaded, a Jacksonville-based non-profit that provides jobs to human trafficking survivors. In February, VyStar President and CEO Brian Wolfburg toured the Rethreaded facility in Downtown Jacksonville and had the opportunity to speak with and hear from many of the women.
Dating back to its founding in July 2012, Rethreaded has employed 40 women who are survivors of human trafficking. In addition to making scarves, jewelry, home goods and more, the...
February 27th, 20201241JM Associates Federal Credit Union recently, with mixed emotions, announced the retirement of Paul E. Numbers, Jr. as of February.
Paul has served as the vice president of finance for JMAFCU for the past five years. He has served the credit union movement for more than 35 years as the CEO of State Employees Credit Union, the CEO of Marketplace Federal Credit Union and the vice president of finance and information systems of Coastline Federal Credit Union. Before joining the credit union movement, Paul served in the U.S. Navy.
"Paul will be truly missed and we wish him well in his retirement," JM Associates FCU said in a press release.
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