September 23rd, 2019282
Peach State Federal Credit Union recently contributed $10,000 to help put the finishing touches on Warrick Dunn Charities' 171st Home for the Holidays celebration.
The program helps single-parent families who are actively working to support themselves with home furnishings and down payment assistance. The homeowner is a single mother of three and a veteran of the Army Reserves who is pursuing a bachelor's degree and volunteers in the community.
"Being a part of Warrick Dunn Charities' Homes for the Holidays program is an example of our commitment to the communities we serve," said Marshall Boutwell, Peach State's president and...
September 19th, 2019079
Robins Financial Credit Union recently sponsored Camp WINGS by contributing $5,000 to the Heart of Georgia Hospice.
This is the 20th year for Camp WINGS, which will be held Nov. 8 through Nov. 10.
Heart of Georgia Hospice Camp WINGS is held for kids ages 6 through 16 who are grieving the loss of a loved one. In addition to normal camp activities, the children receive free grief counseling while living among people their own age who have experienced similar tragedies. The children learn about the grieving process and how to move forward with their lives.
For more information, visit www.heartofgahospice.org.
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September 17th, 20190101
Georgia's Own Credit Union Senior Vice President of Strategy and Product Management John Carew recently weighed in about payment solutions in a Credit Union Journal article titled, "Credit unions jockeying for position in crowded payments arena."
Below is an excerpt from that article:
The payments products most CUs use today are legacy products that were launched 20 years ago and do not allow CUs to keep up with their bank competitors, said John Carew, senior vice president of strategy and product management for Georgia's Own Credit Union in Atlanta. The $2.4 billion-asset institution had been looking for next-generation technology...
September 13th, 2019048Alabama Credit Union honored the memory of the thousands of lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001.
In an effort to shed light on an otherwise very dark day, the credit union arranged a thank you and remembrance to first responders.
Members of the West Mobile staff delivered gifts to the local firefighter and police precinct in recognition of the work they do to save lives and to remember the heroes who died in the terrorist attacks 18 years ago.
September 13th, 2019070
Georgia united Credit Union recently announced the appointment of Dr. Cynthia (Cindy) Salloum to their board of directors.
Salloum will fill the remaining term of retiring board member, Dr. Steven Whatley.
Salloum, who has more than four decades of experience in the education system, currently holds the position of associate superintendent, human resources and legal services, for the Forsyth County Board of Education, where she supervises the recruitment, employment, induction and retention of the district's employees, and serves as the local contact for legal issues.
In addition, Salloum is actively involved in professional...
September 11th, 20191139
Associated Credit Union recently moved its Decatur branch to a new and improved location.
The new branch, located at 870 East Freeman Street in Decatur, will feature a more open, modern floor plan.
"We're breaking down the traditional barriers between members and ACU employees by doing away with the standard teller line," according to a statement from the credit union. "Branch representatives are able to provide all our valued members with a better banking experience. Additionally, we have added some new and awesome technology to better serve you, our member."
For more information, visit...
September 6th, 201927227
The reconstituted League of Southeastern Credit Unions & Affiliates is pleased to announce its new Board of Directors.
Effective Aug. 31, LSCU & Affiliates combined with Georgia Credit Union Affiliates, creating an expanded league that serves 342 credit unions across Alabama, Florida and Georgia. The reconstituted league necessitated a reformatted board.
The new LSCU Board features 18 members – six from each state. Each of the three states will fill their board seats with representatives from two small, two medium and two large credit unions.
Tina Williams, CEO of Mobile Educators Credit Union, will serve as the first...
September 6th, 20195212Brian E. Wolfburg, president/CEO of VyStar Credit Union, announced the official opening of VyStar’s 56th branch location at 5857 Seven Mile Drive, Wildwood, FL 34785. VyStar officials held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new location on Sept. 4, as well as other grand opening festivities through Sept. 7.
Brian Wolfburg says, “The Villages branch is VyStar’s first branch in Sumter County and will be well-positioned to respond to the tremendous growth that has flourished in this amazing community. We look forward to supporting the financial needs of the residents and helping them achieve their financial goals.”
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September 6th, 20193165USF Federal Credit Union was a sponsor for the University of South Florida Muma College of Business Scholarship Luncheon last week.
More than $600,000 was awarded to business students via family scholarships, memorial scholarships, and corporate scholarships.
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