November 20th, 202036216Vicki Lovett has been with Suncoast Credit Union ($12.0B, Tampa, FL) for 39 years, the past 12 as chief lending officer at what is now the nation’s largest low-income designated credit union (LICU).
Looking back at the Great Recession, what are you and your lending operation doing differently this time and why?
Vickie Lovett: There were a lot of learnings from the Great Recession. One of them was that restricting our lending guidelines significantly isn’t always the right answer. Even in an economic downturn, members still need to borrow.
Today, we’re continuing to lend to our members using only minimally adjusted...
November 20th, 202053213In mid-March of this year — when businesses across the country were closing their doors to comply with state-mandated lockdowns aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19 — Atlanta Postal Credit Union ($2.4B, Atlanta, GA) was executing an ambitious plan to launch a new division and expand into new markets.
A year in the making, Atlanta Postal’s roll out of Center Parc Credit Union involved working with Walmart to open two new branches; with the city of Savannah, GA, to create a four-acre community garden; and with Georgia State University for naming rights to its stadium. The looming pandemic forced the credit union to consider...
November 19th, 2020197180Georgia United Credit Union is the recipient of three prestigious 2020 MarCom Awards, judged by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals (AMCP).
In the category of Digital Media, Georgia United won the highest honor, Platinum, for its “Vote for Your Favorite Team” social content. The other two awards were Gold, one for the annual report in the category of Print Media and one for the Affinity Debit Card Campaign in the category of Strategic Communications.
“We are excited and honored to be recognized for marketing excellence by these international MarCom awards,” said Aaron Chestnut, chief marketing officer....
November 19th, 202066144San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union held its official ground breaking ceremony Nov. 13, for its new Operations Center.
Expected to open in late 2021, the 11,000-square-foot facility will be located next to the credit union's current branch in San Antonio.
"Building this facility is an example of our commitment to our members, our staff and our communities," said Patty Sarne, San Antonio Citizens Federal Credit Union president and CEO. "As banking continues to move into the digital era, the Board of Directors saw the need to provide a state-of-the-art facility that promotes collaboration and communication for support staff in the...
November 19th, 202058250Credit Union National Association's (CUNA) National Awards Committee announced First Commerce Credit Union in Tallahassee, Fla., as one of its 2020 CUNA Award winners.
First Commerce Credit Union won a first-place Dora Maxwell Award, which is presented to credit unions for outstanding social responsibility projects in their communities. First Commerce was one of five credit unions nation-wide to win this outstanding award.
The credit union was one of 15 to win a national CUNA award in any category.
“Congratulations to the 2020 CUNA Award winners who are being recognized for their commitment to their communities, particularly in a...
November 17th, 202034392McCoy Federal sponsored the Tuskegee Airman 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament in Orlando, Fla., to grant college scholarships, bolster youth mentoring programs and honor the Tuskegee Airmen who overcame prejudice during WWII by forming their own combat unit.
The first African-American team to pilot and maintain combat aircraft, the Tuskegee Airmen's unwavering bravery and "dogfighting" air combat skills led to Presidential commendations -- and paved the way for full integration in the U.S. Military.
McCoy Federal Credit Union embodies the credit union charter of "People Helping People" through sponsorships to help those in need and...
November 16th, 202015101Georgia United Credit Union and Georgia United Foundation are pleased to announce the appointment of three new members to their board of directors.
Steve Geddes will serve on the Georgia United Credit Union Board of Directors, Reverend Mark Starr will serve on both the Georgia United Credit Union Board of Directors and the Georgia United Foundation Board of Directors and Dr. Jason Branch will serve as treasurer on the Georgia United Foundation Board of Directors.
“As I reflect on my time serving on the board, I recognize how blessed we have been to have so many talented and dedicated people volunteer their time and energy. That...
November 16th, 202021101To highlight Pet Alliance of Greater Orlando Giving Day, McCoy Federal Credit Union sponsored the adoption fee for Goofy, an adorable 75lb hound who was adopted into his "furever home."
The virtual event, held in place of their traditional yearly Furball fundraiser gala, featured a WFTV live-streamed birthday "pawty" starring puppies and kittens of all ages to encourage Pet Alliance's new virtual adoption program.
Giving Day in Orlando, Fl., met their fundraising goal of $300,000 to provide compassionate rescue, medical care, shelter, food and foster care to abandoned animals until they are adopted into their "furever" home.
McCoy...
November 16th, 20205998Georgia United Credit Union Foundation is excited to announce the return of its Wish Tree program. Now in its 30th year, Wish Tree provides gifts to children in Georgia’s foster care system through generous donations made by members and community partners.
Make the holidays brighter for children now through Dec. 9, by donating requested toys or articles of clothing from the online shopping list found at gucufoundation.org/wishtree. Purchased gifts will ship directly to the branch and the local Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) will pick up and deliver gifts to children in time for the holidays. Monetary donations to the...
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