September 24th, 2024443North Augusta, SC – The Carolinas Credit Union Foundation has named SRP Federal Credit Union winners of four prestigious credit union awards.
SRP was named first-place winner of the Louise A. Herring Philosophy-in-Action Award. This award is given for a credit union’s practical application of the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People” for internal programs and services that can benefit membership. The SRP entry was their Community Revitalization Project. This initiative worked with minority businesses and government agencies to provide low-income housing in communities in need of revitalization. It began with homes in...
September 24th, 2024938Pensacola, Florida (September 24, 2024) - PenAir Credit Union (PenAir), recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions in 2024, today announced that its second annual Snack Stock, a community-wide snack collection drive to benefit Ascension Sacred Heart Cancer Centers, will begin accepting snack donations from the community, including members and non-members, on October 2. The drive will supply the cancer center’s snack cabinet with individually wrapped items for cancer patients and their families to enjoy while in the waiting room, treatment areas, or at routine appointments.
“PenAir is committed...
September 23rd, 2024267DULUTH, GA (September 23, 2024) – Featuring a contemporary design and layout that focuses on forging deeper connections with members, Georgia United Credit Union opened the doors today to its newly built, 3,000-square-foot Cumming full-service branch at 731 Atlanta Highway.
Georgia United’s former Cumming branch at 312 Canton Highway closed at the end of the business day on Friday, September 20. The new branch is 2.5 miles from the old location.
The modern floorplan and workflow of the new branch mirror elements Georgia United has rolled out in other branches, redefining the in-person banking experience with a relaxing comfort...
September 23rd, 2024101224Tallahassee, 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, 20241949On 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, 2024858ORLANDO, 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, 2024755Madison, 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, 2024447Jacksonville, 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, 2024543PUNTA 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...
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