November 12th, 2025021Pensacola, Florida – Recently, the Northwest and Gulf Coast Chapters of the League of Credit Unions, along with a team of dedicated vendors and partners, came together and hosted a golf tournament to raise funds in support of Children’s Miracle Network and their mission to meet pediatric healthcare needs in the community.
Raising almost $50,000, the tournament brought competition and camaraderie on the green, with teams showcasing sportsmanship and supporting community throughout the day. After a thrilling round of play, Gulf Winds Credit Union emerged victorious, claiming first place with standout performances from Brad Tanberg, Scott...
November 12th, 2025019Dallas, Texas – ALM First is proud to announce that it is a 2025 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence winner, as the firm closes out its year-long 30th anniversary celebration. The Top Workplaces program has a 17-year history of surveying and celebrating people-first organizations nationally and across 60 regional markets. Specifically, ALM First ranked #23 for mid-size companies in the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area.
“It’s such an honor to win this award, especially as we celebrate our 30th year of service,” said Emily Hollis, CFA, CEO of ALM First. “At ALM First, we’ve always been focused on creating a strong and positive...
November 12th, 2025016YORKTOWN, VA. — Langley Federal Credit Union is proud to announce a $25,000 donation in support of United Way of the Virginia Peninsula’s Government Shutdown Relief Fund.
This fund is dedicated to helping our friends and neighbors who have been impacted by the government shutdown to help families access basic needs including food, housing support, and other essential services during this period of uncertainty.
This investment reinforces Langley’s long-standing commitment to the Peninsula community by supporting emergency assistance for households impacted by missed paychecks, delayed benefits, and rising food insecurity. The...
November 12th, 2025024As member expectations rise and operational costs grow, credit unions across the country are rethinking their approach to efficiency—and Consumers Credit Union is showing what’s possible. Based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the $2.4 billion credit union has long been an established leader in indirect auto lending. Recognizing the need to adapt to growing digital expectations and operational demands while preserving its commitment to quality service, leadership saw an opportunity to modernize.
Challenge: Manual document processing
The traditional “stare and compare” approach to reviewing funding packages was creating slowdowns,...
November 7th, 2025020Pensacola, Fla. – As the federal government shutdown continues, PenAir Credit Union (PenAir) is reaffirming its commitment to its members with a tailored suite of support options.
“In times of uncertainty, PenAir’s priority is always our members,” said Lee Morgan, PenAir’s President & CEO. “Our purpose is enhancing lives and we believe in going beyond just financial solutions. We believe in taking care of our community.”
PenAir Credit Union is monitoring the situation in Washington and hopes it is resolved quickly without interruption to a member’s next paycheck. However, members impacted by the shutdown who receive...
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Fort Walton Beach, Fla. - Eglin Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that Eglin Member Service Supervisor Gerta Hardy has been selected as the 5-Star Performer for the Third Quarter of 2025. Gerta has been employed with the Credit Union since February 2014 and currently resides in Crestview. The 5-Star Performer Award is a quarterly employee recognition program. The nominator provides a written submission describing how the employee embraces Eglin FCU's Values: Respectful, Trustworthy, Dedicated, Proactive and Engaged.
Gerta was nominated by a colleague who highlighted her exceptional leadership, resilience and commitment to...
November 3rd, 2025042Kennesaw, GA — Credit Union of Georgia is proud to announce the successful completion of a major core system upgrade, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to delivering exceptional service and innovative financial solutions to its members.
The conversion to a new core banking platform was finalized on July 7, following months of planning, testing, and member communication. This upgrade enhances the credit union’s ability to serve its growing membership with improved efficiency, security, and flexibility.
“We’re excited to bring our members a more modern and responsive banking experience,” said Brian Albrecth, CEO...
November 3rd, 2025035ēCO Credit Union Marks 16 Years of Support for Children’s of Alabama
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Credit Unions for Kids (CU4Kids) is a collaborative network of credit unions that support nonprofit children's hospitals across the United States. For the sixteenth consecutive year, ēCO Credit Union has rallied its members and community through its annual Change for Children’s campaign in support of Children’s of Alabama, helping build a stronger, brighter future for children, families, and communities across Alabama.
From September 8 through October 17, ēCO Credit Union raised $41,927 to benefit Children’s of Alabama. Donations...
November 3rd, 20250144Gaurav Bhatia Succeeds Tom Ryan, Who is Retiring
Newport News, VA. - Langley Federal Credit Union (Langley) today announced that its Board of Directors has selected Gaurav Bhatia as President/Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Bhatia succeeds Tom Ryan, who is retiring after 13 successful years leading Langley.
“Mr. Gaurav Bhatia was selected from an outstanding pool of candidates for his visionary leadership, strategic acumen, and unwavering commitment to member-centric growth,” said Dr. Audrey Douglas-Cooke, Chair of Langley’s Board of Directors. “We are confident that under his leadership, Langley will continue to thrive, innovate,...
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