June 28th, 2023148June 28, 2023 (Athens, GA) – Southeastern Regional Credit Union Schools (SRCUS) is pleased to announce that Kelli Green of Centric Federal Credit Union (based in West Monroe, LA) has been awarded the 2023 Hugh Watson Award. Selected by vote of her classmates, Green accepted the award on June 23 during this year’s session of the Southeast CUNA Management School in Athens, GA. The award recognizes the exceptional contributions she has made to the class over the course of the three-year program and her outstanding leadership skills.
Mississippi native now Louisiana resident, Green is a graduate of the University of Southern Mississippi...
June 27th, 2023099Warner Robins – Robins Financial Credit Union announces the retirement of its Chief Financial Officer (CFO), Scott Kletcke, and the appointment of Brant Malone as the organization’s new CFO, effective July 1, 2023.
Scott Kletcke joined Robins Financial in 1997 and has played a crucial role in the credit union’s financial operations, growth, and success over the years. His exceptional leadership, strategic insights, and financial expertise have been instrumental in driving Robins Financial’s financial stability and supporting the organization's mission. Scott's dedication, integrity, and commitment to excellence have earned him the...
June 23rd, 20232683Conyers, GA – Robins Financial Credit Union recently opened its 23rd location in Conyers. As part of its dedication to supporting local communities, Robins Financial has made donations to five non-profit organizations in Conyers. Each organization received a $1,000 donation.
Organizations that received donations include Elks Aidmore, Positive Peering Inc, Project ReNeWal, Rockdale Cares, and Soaring Heights Communities. Each of these organizations are committed to enriching and improving the lives of individuals and families living in Conyers and Rockdale County.
"We are thrilled to celebrate the opening of our new branch in Conyers,...
June 21st, 202325128Pensacola, Fla. (June 21, 2023) – PenAir Credit Union (PenAir), Pensacola’s oldest and largest credit union, is excited to reveal its vibrant, new identity. The new brand showcases a bold color palette and a charismatic brand voice embodying the credit union’s passion and purpose for enhancing lives.
As part of its strategic growth plan, PenAir recognizes the importance of adapting to meet the changing needs of its members by fostering a strong and distinctive brand. Pen Air’s new look pays tribute to its long-standing community legacy, reflecting its commitment to providing exceptional service and offering a wide range of financial...
June 21st, 202328104BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — ēCO Credit Union and the ēCO Credit Union Foundation both strongly believe in the importance of education. In March of 2023, ēCO Credit Union awarded two $2,500 A.L. Bratcher Scholarships, while the ēCO Credit Union Foundation awarded one $2,500 ēCO Credit Union Foundation Scholarship.
The A.L. Bratcher Scholarship has been awarded to high school seniors since 2011. The 2023-2024 A.L. Bratcher Scholarship recipients are Duane Carter Jr. and Heath Hope. Carter Jr. was a rising senior at Hewitt-Trussville High School. In addition to excelling academically, he is also involved in his church youth ministry,...
June 20th, 20232864Tuscaloosa, AL: Alabama ONE has been named the 2022 Credit Union of the Year among credit unions with more than $500 million in assets by the League of Southeastern Credit Unions (LSCU). The LSCU Awards Committee awards Credit Union of the Year Awards for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. Recognized as the best Alabama credit union with $500 million and over in total assets, Alabama ONE received the 2018 Credit Union of the Year Award and is now a recipient of this award for the second time.
The League of Southeastern Credit Unions & Affiliates represents 301 credit unions throughout Alabama, Florida, and Georgia and has a combined total...
June 15th, 2023256Naperville, Ill. (June 15, 2023) – In its ninth year, Alloya’s Credit Union Executive Leadership Symposium will return to The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas from September 6-8, 2023.
“We are elated to return to Las Vegas for Alloya’s signature event after hosting such a successful Symposium there in 2021,” remarked Alloya’s Tim Bruculere, Senior Vice President of Membership. “In keeping with the past, this year’s event is sure to deliver exceptional education, networking and experiences for our members. You really cannot afford to miss it.”
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to dominate the...
June 15th, 2023070June 15, 2023, Irvine, CA – Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, concluded its annual conference, Lending Tech Live ’23. The event brought together leaders from hundreds of credit unions across the country, along with auto dealers, fintech executives, and technology providers. Keynote sessions were delivered by notable figures such as Steve Forbes, chairman and editor-in-chief of Forbes Media.
“Helping credit unions succeed is our most important mission, and that’s why we are so proud to host an event that brings industry leaders together every year, “said Tony Boutelle, president and...
June 15th, 202328102June 14, 2023 _ Redstone Federal Credit Union® announces scholarships totaling $89,000 to 22 members preparing to attend college in the fall.
Students will receive up to $5,000 each, which is paid directly to their college or university.
For the past 27 years, Redstone’s Scholarship Program has helped its members to pursue their goals of attaining a college degree. It provides scholarships to those attending two-year and four-year accredited institutions. Redstone has awarded more than $636,000 in scholarships since the program’s inception in 1996.
Mary Grace Evans, Community Relations Senior AVP, said with the rising costs of...
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