July 15th, 2024841JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – First Florida Credit Union (FFCU) has been named Credit Union of the Year in the Large Asset Size category by the League of Southeastern Credit Unions. The award recognizes LSCU-affiliated credit unions for their outstanding achievements in the areas of day-to-day operations, financial prowess, and community outreach.
“First Florida Credit Union’s dedication to intelligent growth has resulted in remarkable success, positioning the organization as a standout in the industry,” LSCU said in a statement announcing the award last month. “The credit union’s net loan portfolio surged by more than $32 million last...
July 12th, 202416128Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (July 11, 2024) - Eglin Federal Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of its new Freeport Branch today with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Located at 16970 US Hwy 331 S, this is Eglin FCU’s first full-service branch and second location in Walton County. The Freeport Branch will provide convenient account access for more than 30,000 members living in Walton County. The DeFuniak Springs ATM/Video Teller Drive-thru located at 677 Highway 90 opened July 18, 2023.
Eglin Federal Credit Union expanded membership opportunities to persons who live, work (or regularly conducts business in), worship, or attend school in,...
July 12th, 20241979JACKSONVILLE, FL. –VyStar Credit Union recently participated in the Worldwide Foundation of Credit Union’s (WFCU) Global Bridges program, a global movement of credit unions and financial cooperatives. The platform connects networks across the World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) and WFCU to advance solutions to shared global challenges.
WOCCU has projects in Ukraine, Burkina Faso, Kenya, Senegal, Guatemala, Peru and Ecuador. Participants from the Global Bridges Economic Inclusion Project (EIP) study tour in Ecuador engaged with several national organizations, including the Superintendence of the Popular and Solidarity Economy, and...
July 10th, 20241458TAMPA, Fla. (July 11, 2024) — USF Federal Credit Union (USF FCU) announced it has been recognized as a 2024 Top Workplaces award winner for the financial services industry. This prestigious accolade, bestowed by Energage, demonstrates USF FCU's commitment to fostering a people-first workplace culture. The criteria for award consideration is taken directly from employee engagement results. USF FCU’s impressive employee participation rate of 97% reflects their culture and commitment to hearing and prioritizing the voices of their individual team members.
The Top Workplaces program, renowned for its 17-year history of celebrating...
July 3rd, 202417107Warner Robins, Ga. – Robins Financial Credit Union announced five promotions to senior management positions in response to the overall growth and direction of the organization.
“These individuals consistently demonstrate exceptional commitment to our mission statement: Member Focused. Financial Partners. Community Proud,” stated Christina O’Brien, Robins Financial president and CEO. “Their expertise will be instrumental in achieving our strategic growth objectives.”
Individuals promoted include:
Dee Dee Côté to the role of Executive Vice President/Chief Growth Officer. Côté’s proven track record and dedication to...
July 3rd, 20241757Naperville, Ill. (July 3, 2024) – Alloya Corporate FCU announced today that Tom Slefinger, Senior Vice President of Institutional Fixed Income Sales, will step down from his leadership role at Alloya Investment Services as he transitions into a new role as the corporate’s Market Strategist.
“With his passion for writing credit union-focused commentary on the economy and market events, Tom has been and will continue to be such an asset to the Alloya team and the credit unions we serve,” remarked Andrew Kohl, CFA, President of Alloya Solutions, LLC and Chief Investment Officer of Alloya. “Tom has gained quite the following over...
July 3rd, 20241357Athens, GA (July 3, 2024) – One of the primary purposes of Southeast Management School is to prepare each student for a successful career of leadership in the credit union movement. To help accomplish this purpose and as a prerequisite for graduation from the three-year program, students work together in small groups to develop white papers that feature current research, analyses, and proposed solutions for an issue affecting the credit union industry or an opportunity/decision that many credit unions are currently facing or will face in the future.
This year, three groups from the 2024 graduating class were awarded for their white...
July 2nd, 202414143Alabama ONE is excited to announce Whitney Oswalt, formerly its Chief Strategy Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as its Chief Executive Officer effective June 26, 2024. Oswalt follows former Chief Executive Officer, Bill Wells, who guided Alabama ONE to significant growth over the last nine years.
Oswalt joined Alabama ONE in 2012 with significant experience in mergers and acquisitions and professional experience as a CPA and attorney. Over the last four years, Oswalt has led a successful strategy of acquiring five institutions, expanding Alabama ONE's market presence to 27 locations across Alabama. Oswalt leads Alabama ONE in its...
July 2nd, 20241457Macon, Ga. - Robins Financial Credit Union donated $70,000 to Bibb County non-profits in honor of its 70th anniversary at the grand opening celebration of its new Downtown Macon branch on June 27.
“Our commitment to being Community Proud means that ties to our community go beyond the walls of our branches,” stated Christina O’Brien, Robins Financial president and CEO. “We actively participate in local initiatives and volunteer at various community events because we believe in improving the lives of those around us. A strong community benefits us all, and we take pride in contributing to this positive change.”
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