April 16th, 2026013SNELLVILLE, GA – The African-American Credit Union Coalition (AACUC) has named three deserving illustrious leaders as recipients of the 2026 Pete Crear Lifetime Achievement Award, recognizing enduring contributions to the credit union movement and embodiment of AACUC’s mission.
The recipients are:
Mary McDuffie, President/CEO, Retired, Navy Federal Credit Union
Marsha Majors, President/CEO, Retired, U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union
Gary J. Perez, President/CEO, USC Credit Union
Collectively, these three leaders represent the helm of the nation’s largest credit union, a...
April 16th, 2026015Credit union recognized with Category’s Best honor for Rebrand/New Corporate Identity
Birmingham, Ala. – Southern Energy Credit Union has been named a Category’s Best winner for Rebrand and New Corporate Identity in the 2026 Diamond Awards, an annual program presented by America’s Credit Unions recognizing excellence in marketing, public relations, and development across the credit union industry.
This year’s competition drew a record number of submissions nationwide, making Southern Energy Credit Union’s recognition as Category’s Best especially meaningful for the Credit Union as...
April 16th, 2026013JACKSONVILLE, FL — VyStar Credit Union has been named to TIME’s inaugural list of America’s Best Financial Services 2026, based on a nationwide consumer survey conducted by partnership with global data firm Statista.
“We're honored to be recognized alongside some of the nation’s most respected financial institutions,” said Brian Wolfburg, VyStar President/CEO. “This distinction is especially meaningful because it’s based on direct feedback from consumers about the services and products they trust every day. It reflects the confidence our members place in us and our team’s commitment to delivering meaningful value and...
April 16th, 2026015Catherine Porterfield, vice president of membership engagement & service, offers remarks on service, purpose at the event’s press ceremony held Thursday on Capitol Hill.
America’s Credit Unions and credit union advocates presented Children’s Miracle Network with a check for $506,000 during the Credit Union Cherry Blossom press conference at the Capitol Visitor Center.
Credit Union Miracle Day is a partnership of over 100 credit unions, CUSOs and partner organizations united to sponsor the Credit Union Cherry Blossom 10 Mile & 5K benefiting Children’s Miracle Network nationwide and promoting the difference credit...
April 9th, 2026037Boone High School Students Prepared Free Basic Tax Returns for McCoy Federal Credit Union Members Ahead of Tax Day.
ORLANDO, FL – On April 2, 2026, the McCoy Cares Foundation hosted students from Boone High School’s Finance Magnet Program, in partnership with Heart of Florida United Way’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program (VITA), at McCoy Federal Credit Union’s Michigan Branch. Under the supervision of instructor William Daniel, the students prepared free basic tax returns for the credit union’s members. Twenty-six members registered to participate in advance.
In the weeks leading up to tax season, each student completed...
April 9th, 2026016Press release courtesy of Energage
Virginia Beach, VA – Chartway Credit Union is proud to announce that it has earned the prestigious 2026 USA Today Top Workplaces Award for the sixth consecutive year. Issued by Energage, a purpose-driven organization that develops solutions to build and brand Top Workplaces, the national award appears in USA Today. The Top Workplaces program has an 18-year history of surveying more than 27 million employees and recognizing the top organizations across more than 70,000 organizations.
“This recognition reflects the strong sense of connection and purpose our team members experience at Chartway,” said...
April 9th, 2026117Dallas, Texas – Financial institution executives and board members are encouraged to register now for ALM First’s 2026 Financial Forum, the firm’s flagship conference which regularly sells out each year. This year’s Financial Forum will be held on September 20 – 23 at The Four Seasons Austin in Austin, TX. The annual three-day conference is the premier event for financial professionals and board members to discover insights, formulate strategies, and gain new perspectives as they prepare for the coming year.
With two separate education tracks led by a variety of industry experts and numerous networking events, the 2026 ALM First...
April 9th, 2026011MADISON, WI — Nominations are open through May 15 for the 2026 CUES Awards & Recognition program, which honors individuals and credit unions whose impact is driving progress and strengthening the communities they serve.
“The CUES Awards & Recognition program reflects the very best of our industry—leaders and organizations who act with purpose, deliver meaningful results, and have a positive influence on the future of the movement,” said Brian Cacic, CUES VP/Member Experience.
Nominate the leaders and credit unions driving positive change in these categories:
John Pembroke Catalyst for Change...
April 8th, 2026032Panama City, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is proud to announce that David Powell, Senior Vice President/Chief Operating Officer, has been reappointed by Governor Ron DeSantis to the Gulf Coast State College District Board of Trustees.
Powell has been a dedicated member of the Board of Trustees, contributing his leadership and financial expertise to support the college’s mission of providing high-quality education and workforce development opportunities across the region. His reappointment reflects his continued commitment to strengthening educational access and economic growth in Northwest Florida.
“David’s leadership...
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