September 23rd, 2024101181Tallahassee, Fla. – Florida State University (FSU) Credit Union will officially change its name to Champions First Credit Union effective October 1, 2024. The name change follows the credit union’s rapid expansion over the last five years, from serving primarily the greater Tallahassee market to now operating out of branches in five Northwest Florida counties stretching from Lake City to Pensacola, Fla. The brand change decision by the board of directors and management team came after nearly three years of internal and external research with both current and prospective members.
"We feel that not only does the name ‘Champions...
September 18th, 20241943On Monday, Sept. 16, Avadian Credit Union’s Colonnade branch opened in its new location at 3401 Colonnade Parkway in Birmingham. The branch is still located in the Colonnade but is now located in a free-standing building closer to Colonnade Parkway.
The branch features state-of-the-art design and technology throughout. It begins with two drive-up video-capable ATM Plus+ machines, giving Avadian’s Colonnade members a drive-up experience. ATM Plus+ machines allow members to perform transactions plus talk to an Avadian team member on-screen, with hours that extend beyond normal business hours.
The new branch design provides the...
September 17th, 2024853ORLANDO, Fla. (Sept. 17, 2024) – The Addition Financial Foundation delivered big checks and even bigger smiles today to ten Central Florida nonprofit organizations during their 3rd annual Community Giving Celebration at the Addition Financial Arena on the University of Central Florida campus. The Foundation donated a total of $175,000 in unrestricted funds to a wide-ranging group of local nonprofits making an impact in the community.
The Addition Financial Foundation, established in 2021, is the philanthropic arm of Lake Mary-based Addition Financial Credit Union. Team members from Addition Financial nominated each of the local...
September 17th, 2024751Madison, Wis. – the lab* at Filene takes the next step in innovation by testing new products and ideas to help credit unions grow and make a positive impact on their members and communities.
the lab* at Filene’s 3rd Annual Symposium brought together leaders from some of the most visionary credit unions and founders of best-in-class emerging solutions with the goal of driving the future of the credit union industry. Highlights of this intensive three-day summit included exploring trends shaping our system in 2025, evaluating twenty groundbreaking emerging solutions, and ultimately selecting the six solutions credit unions will...
September 17th, 2024443Jacksonville, FL - VyStar Credit Union is proud to announce that the credit union’s Vice President of Card Products & Services Lauren Morrison, has been honored by American Banker as one of the Most Influential Women in Payments: NEXT for 2024. This prestigious recognition highlights women under 40 who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation in the payments sector.
Morrison’s recognition by American Banker is a testament to her outstanding contributions and forward-thinking approach within the industry. The Most Influential Women in Payments: NEXT initiative celebrates women who bring fresh ideas and perspectives...
September 16th, 2024535PUNTA GORDA, FLA. (September 16, 2024) — Suncoast Credit Union, the largest credit union in Florida, celebrated the grand opening of its 24th student-run branch at Sallie Jones Elementary School in Punta Gorda last week. On the first day alone, a record-breaking 70 student accounts were opened, highlighting the school community's strong enthusiasm for financial literacy and engagement with this initiative.
Sallie Jones Elementary School welcomed the new student-run branch on September 4 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by school and county officials, including Superintendent Mark Vianello, students, and Suncoast team...
September 16th, 20246119Jacksonville, Florida — VyStar Foundation is now accepting requests for its Youth grant cycle. Funding priority will be given to nonprofit organizations that support youth (ages 12-18) in their academic achievement by providing wraparound services in one or more of the following areas:
Food and housing assistance
Career counseling and skill development
Mental health support
VyStar Foundation is dedicated to doing good and leading by example through collaborative partnerships that support military members and veterans, youth, and overall community vitality in the areas served by VyStar Credit Union. VyStar Foundation has...
September 12th, 2024831SARASOTA, Fla. (Sept. 12, 2024) – USF Federal Credit Union (USF FCU) joined the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus Wednesday in a heartfelt ceremony to commemorate the 23rd anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks. The event paid tribute to the nearly 3,000 lives lost, the bravery of first responders and the resilience of the nation in the wake of the tragedy.
Retired Battalion Chief John “Jack” McDonnell, a 9/11 first responder and former captain with the Fire Department of New York (FDNY), served as keynote speaker. On September 11, 2001, McDonnell, then a captain in charge of Ladder Company 24, was among the...
September 11th, 202418171Kennesaw, GA – September 11, 2024 – Credit Union of Georgia is pleased to announce the addition of Wes Hilliard as our new Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Wes brings over 18 years of credit union technology experience, strategically positioning him to lead our technology long-term goals and innovation efforts.
Wes has a proven track record of implementing cutting-edge solutions within the credit union industry. His extensive experience includes developing strategic technology roadmaps, enhancing cybersecurity, and driving digital transformation initiatives that significantly improve member experiences and operational...
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