First Florida Credit Union to expand in Northeast Florida starting with Tamaya Branch grand opening in mid-October Credit Union News

First Florida Credit Union to expand in Northeast Florida starting with Tamaya Branch grand opening in mid-October

October 20th, 20205135 First Florida Credit Union is moving forward with plans to open three new branches in Northeast Florida. This regional expansion officially begins with this month's grand opening of the credit union's 17th statewide branch located at 3280 Tamaya Boulevard -- just east of Beach Boulevard's intersection with Kernan Boulevard. First Florida Credit Union has also purchased property near Atlanta Boulevard and Girvin Road as well as in St. Johns County's Durbin Creek area. Those branches are scheduled to open during 2021. The expansion plans are designed to help the credit union better serve existing members in these specific...
Credit Union of Georgia sponsors local addiction recovery organization Credit Union News

Credit Union of Georgia sponsors local addiction recovery organization

October 20th, 2020772 The Davis Direction Foundation’s The Zone works tirelessly to help those in our community who battle addiction. It is a Recovery Community Organization (RCO) that mobilizes resources within and outside of the recovery community to make it possible for the recovery population to find long-term recovery. Credit Union of Georgia has been a supporter of the organization since 2018 and proudly sponsors their quarterly Recovery Roundtable Leadership Council as well as other events totaling in over $4,000 in support dollars. During the quarterly Recovery Roundtable Leadership Council leaders from all over the community gather to discuss...
Georgia United Credit Union donates to four local community food banks Credit Union News

Georgia United Credit Union donates to four local community food banks

October 20th, 2020292 Georgia United Credit Union is helping fight food insecurity in their local communities through their #FightHunger challenge. “Georgia United is committed to improving the lives of our members, team members and the communities we serve,” said Community Development Officer Liz Riffert. “The pandemic has made this year especially challenging and food banks across Georgia are experiencing an increase in demand. The Fight Hunger challenge is a rewarding and fun way for members and team members to help their neighbors in need.” The credit union pledged to donate a dollar to local food banks for every fight-hunger post made on their...
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All In Credit Union voted Best Bank in Wiregrass

All In Credit Union has been voted as the first-place winner in the “Best Bank” category of the 2020 Dothan Eagle Best of the Wiregrass Awards. The Dothan Eagle’s Best of the Wiregrass Awards are “voted on by the people” who live and work in the region. Each category winner reflects best in class industry leaders and Wiregrass favorites who impact their communities in a positive way. All In Credit Union has consistently been recognized as a “Best of the Wiregrass” winner for a number of years. The credit union has won first place as the community’s preferred financial institution since the program’s inception in...
Bay Credit Union announces new CEO Credit Union News

Bay Credit Union announces new CEO

October 5th, 2020174 Bay Credit Union recently announced its board of directors has selected Mike Akers as the credit union’s new Chief Executive Officer. Akers started in August 2020 and brings to the role 17 years in the credit union industry. "Mike Akers brings his passion for credit unions and a fresh vision to Bay CU, as well as a goal to become a lending leader in the Bay County area," said Chairman of the Board Gary Bliss. "We are very lucky to have such a dynamic and compassionate leader to build on our strong brand and navigate us through these uncertain times.“ In his previous role as CEO of FLAG Credit Union, he was known as an excellent...
McCoy Federal supports Central Florida Virtual Walk Like MADD Credit Union News

McCoy Federal supports Central Florida Virtual Walk Like MADD

September 30th, 20203167 On August 29, McCoy Federal Credit Union and partners of 27 Community Connection sponsored Central Florida Virtual Walk Like MADD, a key fundraiser for Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD). The event raised nearly $50,000 towards MADD’s mission of “No More Victims.” Every 51 minutes drunk driving causes a fatality and is the number one cause of death on our roadways. Nationally, over 10,000 preventable deaths occur each year costing $44 billion in damages. Since MADD’s inception in 1980: more than 370,000 lives were saved; over 840,000 survivors were nurtured; critical legislations imposing penalties and interlock systems for...
We Florida Financial appoints Robert D. Ramirez as president and CEO Credit Union News

We Florida Financial appoints Robert D. Ramirez as president and CEO

September 29th, 202033211 We Florida Financial recently appointed Robert D. Ramirez as the new president and CEO of the credit union. “It is my distinct honor to announce -- with a great deal of excitement -- that the We Florida Financial Credit Union Board has selected Robert (Bob) D. Ramirez as our next President/CEO," said Damon R. Adams, chairman of the We Florida Financial Board of Directors. “Bob has demonstrated his versatility, range of management experience and his commitment to community during his impressive career at Vantage West Credit Union. This could not be more relevant or necessary for our success in the years ahead." Ramirez joins We...
Addition Financial and CareerSource Central Florida expand partnership Credit Union News

Addition Financial and CareerSource Central Florida expand partnership

September 29th, 2020077 Earlier this year, Addition Financial was named the Platinum Sponsor of CareerSource Central Florida’s Summer Youth Program. Now, in order to best serve the community’s needs, the two organizations have expanded their partnership to serve all age groups. “During this global pandemic, we at Addition Financial know that we have the power to make a meaningful impact during COVID-19. We are proud to work alongside another organization with a people helping people mindset, and look forward to serving our community together,” said Katie Thomasson, Vice President of Community Engagement at Addition Financial. Through this partnership,...
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Avadian Credit Union surpasses $1 billion in assets

Avadian Credit Union recently surpassed the $1 billion mark in assets held. “It’s not every day that you hit a major milestone like reaching $1 billion in assets,” said Linda Cencula, Avadian’s President and CEO. “This is a significant moment for Avadian Credit Union, and one we celebrate with our members, staff and our communities – all of which played vital roles in helping us reach this goal. The credit union was started in 1934 with just $70, and to hit $1 billion reflects decades of steadfast work focused on helping people in communities across Alabama improve their financial goals.” Avadian Credit Union is a...
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