September 15th, 2023044Naperville, Ill. (September 15, 2023) – Alloya Corporate Federal Credit Union’s ninth annual Credit Union Executive Leadership Symposium saw record attendance as 203 professionals representing 137 credit unions and 25 states traveled to Las Vegas for three days of credit union-focused education and connection.
“It was Alloya’s honor and privilege to host an extraordinary number of credit union professionals at our Leadership Symposium,” reflected Alloya’s Tim Bruculere, Senior Vice President of Membership. “Every year, we aspire to deliver thought-provoking information and memorable experiences, but it is our wonderful...
September 11th, 2023084Augusta, Ga. - SRP Federal Credit Union Commercial Loan Officer James Heffner was recognized by WJBF-TV as September’s winner of the Mary L. Jones Black Affirmation Award, part of their Celebrating Black Excellence 365 program. Mr. Heffner was nominated by Linda McKnight, CEO/President, of the Burn Foundation of America in Augusta, Ga., with the support of their Board of Directors.
WJBF-TV states that their Black Excellence 365 program honors the contribution, kindness, innovation, and selflessness of Black individuals in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). They additionally state ideal recipients are strong, forward-thinking...
September 8th, 2023059Naperville, Ill. (September 8, 2023) – QCash Financial, LLC, a wholly owned credit union service organization (CUSO) of Alloya Corporate Federal Credit Union, proudly announced today that on September 1, 2023, it facilitated the one millionth loan in partnership with credit unions across the United States.
Astera Credit Union, in Lansing, Mich., funded QCash’s one millionth loan. In celebration of this milestone, QCash and Alloya will donate $10,000 to the charity of Astera’s choice. QCash’s CEO Seth Brickman will deliver lunch to the Astera Credit Union team as a thank-you for their partnership in serving the underserved in their...
September 8th, 2023152JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – First Florida Credit Union and its President and CEO Brent Lister were recently recognized at the 2023 Best of Bold City Community’s Choice Awards Gala, winning the top award for “Best Bank” and “Best Boss,” respectively.
With the support of the Jacksonville community, First Florida edged out competitors to secure its spot as “Best Bank” in the Finance Category.
President and CEO of First Florida Credit Union Brent Lister was also honored at the Gala, being named “Best Boss” in the Top Employers – People category.
Lister, who has been with the credit union for almost 20 years, said the...
September 7th, 20233240Tuscaloosa, AL – Alabama ONE Credit Union, a leading provider of financial services, announced that it has merged with Brewton Mill Federal Credit Union (BMFCU). This merger was approved by the membership of Brewton Mill Federal Credit Union and was made effective on September 1, 2023. The merger will extend Alabama ONE's footprint into Conecuh and Escambia counties in South Alabama, enhancing the breadth and depth of financial products and services available to members of both institutions.
"We are thrilled to welcome Brewton Mill Federal Credit Union into the Alabama ONE family," said Bill Wells, CEO of Alabama ONE. "This strategic...
September 7th, 2023757Sandy Springs, Ga. (Sept. 7, 2023) – On Wednesday, Aug. 30, LGE Community Credit Union celebrated the official grand opening of its new Sandy Springs branch, located at 6615 Roswell Road, Suite 6637-A. The new location is LGE's 15th branch overall and third in north Fulton County.
The official grand opening celebration featured a ceremonial ribbon cutting with the Greater North Fulton Chamber of Commerce, with luxury charcuterie from The Board and Box, desserts from Nothing Bundt Cakes, and balloon decorations from Get It POPin.
Both Chris Leggett, president and CEO of LGE, and Kali Boatright, president and CEO of the Greater North...
September 7th, 2023148Panama City Beach, FL (September 7, 2023) – Innovations Financial Credit Union is thrilled to launch its 'SPARK TANK' Challenge, a dynamic competition designed to propel process improvements within the credit union. This exciting program empowers participants to unveil innovative ideas and strategies to enhance efficiency, productivity, and cost-effectiveness. By instilling a culture of continuous improvement, the competition not only champions positive change but also cultivates staff collaboration and engagement.
The 'SPARK TANK' Challenge invites employees to brainstorm and implement solutions for everyday challenges, making...
September 6th, 2023147Tampa, Florida (September 6, 2023) —The University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus will remember victims of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack and pay tribute to survivors, first responders, members of the military and their families during a remembrance event on Monday, September 11th, 2023 at Patriot Plaza at the Sarasota National Cemetery. The event is open to the public and supported by USF Federal Credit Union (USF FCU) who serves as the title sponsor.
In addition to the morning event that will get underway at 8:30am, the USF Sarasota-Manatee students, faculty, staff, and volunteers will commemorate the terrorist...
September 5th, 2023266Last year, Delta Community Credit Union’s Net Promoter score (NPS) was 74.8%, the credit union’s second highest score ever and a number that placed it in the top percentile of credit unions nationwide. Over the same period, the average NPS for similar-sized credit unions was 57% and 39% for banks.
According to Hank Halter, CEO, Delta Community Credit Union, that high NPS is a testament to the credit union’s employees. “Our employees are our greatest asset,” said Halter. “So for Delta Community, it’s important that we find the best and brightest employees and invest in them — and that’s exactly what we’ve...
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