March 8th, 20221141SAN JOSE, Calif. – March 8, 2022 – Aruba, a Hewlett Packard Enterprise company (NYSE: HPE), today announced that Alabama ONE, the full-service financial institution based in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, has deployed an Aruba ESP (Edge Services Platform) wired and wireless network to provide reliable, high-performing Wi-Fi and new, technology-enabled experiences throughout their branch locations. Ranked Best-in-State Credit Union in 2020 by Forbes Magazine, Alabama ONE is a member-owned organization serving 22 counties across the state. The organization was also voted Tuscaloosa’s Best Place to Work (2020-2021), Tuscaloosa’s Best...
March 3rd, 2022184Warner Robins, GA — Robins Financial Credit Union recently sponsored the Autism Awareness Festival by contributing to the Anchor of Hope Foundation.
The Autism Awareness Festival, held annually on the last Saturday in April, is a day of promoting community awareness, acceptance and inclusion through education about developmental disability.
Caption: India Crumpton with Robins Financial Credit Union presents the check to Carrie Owen, Stacy Starr and Juli Reynolds with Anchor of Hope Foundation
March 2nd, 2022292WASHINGTON, DC – Thirteen credit union champions were inducted into the Credit Union House Hall of Leaders in honor of their significant contributions to the credit union industry. The ceremony took place at Credit Union House on Sunday, February 27, before the 2022 Credit Union National Association Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC) officially kicked off. Members of the Hall of Leaders are exceptional individuals that have dedicated their lives to perpetuating the credit union mission and philosophy.
“The Credit Union House Hall of Leaders provides lasting recognition at the Capitol Hill facility for a distinguished group of...
March 2nd, 20222132MADISON, WI (March 2, 2022) - The National Credit Union Foundation (the Foundation) today published a research brief detailing how credit unions can increase membership, expand lending and improve the financial well-being of members—by focusing on those most in need.
The Foundation partnered with Pelican State Credit Union, a Certified Community Development Financial Institution, to compile the brief. The document details the impact of the credit union’s Financial Wellness Program over the last three years.
Originally launched in 2006, the program was designed to provide the immediate, low-dollar loans that Pelican members were...
March 2nd, 20223120DULUTH, GA (February 28, 2022) – Georgia United Foundation is pleased to name six Georgia high school seniors as recipients of their 2022 High School Scholarship Competition. A total of $30,000 in scholarships were awarded to the deserving students who plan to attend college or a technical school during the 2022-2023 school year. This marks the 28th year of the scholarship program, named for Georgia United Credit Union’s founder, Vernon E. Carne and notable board members Geraldine Tilson, Dorothy Dusenberry Pirkle, Polly Hinde, Monsignor Stephen Churchwell and T. Randall Dennis.
The foundation’s unique scholarship program encourages...
March 2nd, 2022297Warner Robins, GA — Robins Financial Credit Union announced today its execution of a definitive agreement to acquire Persons Banking Company, a state-chartered bank headquartered in Forsyth, Georgia. Robins Financial was established in 1954 and has experienced sustained growth and stability over the years, making it a pillar in the Middle Georgia community. As the second largest credit union in the state of Georgia, Robins Financial currently serves more than 240,000 members.
“Robins Financial has lasting history of enhancing the financial well-being of our members and community,” said Christina O’Brien, President and CEO of...
March 1st, 20223220APCO Employees Credit Union Named Among Most Efficient Credit Unions in America
Birmingham, Ala. – March 1, 2022 – APCO Employees Credit Union was included in The Business Journals' first List of America's Most Efficient Credit Unions, which was ranked by deposits per full-time employee. APCO Employees Credit Union ranked number 14 in the nation on the list.
Founded in 1953, APCO Employees Credit Union has grown to become the second largest credit union in Alabama with more than 72,000 members and $3.6 billion in assets and with 135 employees at 20 locations across the state. “I attribute the growth to remaining focused on our...
February 28th, 20222100DULUTH, GA (February 28, 2022) – Georgia United Credit Union is proud to announce that CEO and President Debbie Smith was elected to the Class C CUNA Board of Directors.
The CUNA Board of Directors represents credit unions of all sizes and geographical locations. Debbie’s term begins on February 28, 2022, and will run through the 2025 CUNA Annual General Meeting.
Debbie has been with Georgia United for more than 20 years, serving in several executive roles before being appointed CEO in 2013. Debbie brings over 30 years of experience in organizational, people and cultural development, strategy and policy development, cost reduction...
February 22nd, 20224111Kennesaw – February 21, 2022 – Credit Union of Georgia is a proud participant in America Saves Week, an annual national campaign that encourages individuals and families to check-in on their finances by highlighting several key areas that contribute to financial stability; such as saving automatically, preparing for unexpected expenses, retirement, and reducing debt. America Saves Week is February 21-25, 2022.
Throughout the week of February 21-25, Credit Union of Georgia will be posting Savings Tips on their social media platforms – including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, in an effort to help build a financially resilient...
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