August 1st, 202323126First Commerce Credit Union and community members raised $10,847 as part of a grassroots effort to generate awareness and funds to support local animal rescue organizations during National Pet Month. First Commerce’s donation included money collected for four nonprofits: Hearts to Homes Humane Society in Nashville, Ga., the Humane Society of Valdosta/Lowndes County, and the Thomasville-Thomas County Humane Society, and the Leon County Humane Society in Tallahassee.
Last year, First Commerce launched the inaugural fundraiser in Nashville, Ga., to honor the memory of longtime animal advocate Elizabeth “Liz” Nix, mother of Rodney Nix...
July 31st, 20233050Washington, DC – Callahan & Associates, the leading provider of resources for credit union professionals, introduces "A Conversation With…," an exciting new webinar series. These exclusive interviews with industry leaders provide valuable insights on top-of-mind topics derived from their extensive experience.
Callahan webinars have revolutionized learning opportunities for credit union professionals. The platform offers flexibility, allowing individuals to learn at their own pace, anytime, anywhere. Callahan’s Webinar library features an extensive directory of archived events complemented by monthly live events. No matter if one...
July 31st, 202324213JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – First Florida Credit Union is among the state’s top 10 best mid-sized companies to work for, according to Florida Trend’s 2023 Best Companies To Work For list.
Ranked eighth in the mid-size company category, the financial institution is one of only 100 companies in the state – and the only Jacksonville-based credit union – to earn the distinction this year.
Michelle Troha, senior vice president of marketing at First Florida Credit Union, said her company is honored to have been recognized by the Florida Trend list for a 10th time – a feat she says is a testament to her organization’s ongoing...
July 31st, 202324138DULUTH, GA (July 17, 2023) – Georgia United Credit Union, recently named the Credit Union of the Year for Georgia by the League of Southeastern Credit Unions & Affiliates, is pleased to announce its newest strategic project management executive. Bringing a wealth of credit union and financial services industry project management experience to the role, Sean Leavell has been selected as Georgia United’s vice president of project management, effective July 17, 2023.
Leavell oversees the office of strategic execution, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery. He is responsible for implementing...
July 31st, 202329128Warner Robins – Robins Financial Credit Union proudly announces its commitment to enhancing public safety and promoting justice within the Middle Georgia community. Robins Financial Credit Union has contributed $10,000 to Macon Regional Crimestoppers for their Community Luncheon and $2,500 to Middle Georgia Justice for their A Taste for Justice Dinner.
Macon Regional Crimestoppers plays a vital role in strengthening the partnership between law enforcement agencies, local media, and the general public to combat crime effectively. The donation from Robins Financial Credit Union will aid in expanding the scope and reach of the...
July 31st, 20233056(Columbus, Ga.) – On Thursday, July 27, Kinetic Credit Union wrapped up a month of giving by donating items to local agencies. Kinetic employees, their families and friends have donated school supplies, children’s clothing, non-perishable food, toys, and much more. Kinetic also donated Cubby Bears to the Columbus Fire Department. Cubby bears are given to children during emergency situations.
These donations help to alleviate the struggles of those who need it most in the Chattahoochee Valley. Agencies that received the donations include Orchard View, Children’s Miracle Network, Sara Spano Clothing Bank, Muscogee County School...
July 31st, 20232864Fort Walton Beach, Fla. (July 27, 2023) - Eglin Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce Certified IRA Specialist Teri Broxson has been selected as the 5-Star Performer for the second quarter of 2023. Teri has been employed with the Credit Union for 26 years and currently resides in Fort Walton Beach.
Member Service Supervisor Vanessa Cicchiani-Taylor said, “Teri is dedicated and proactive in helping our membership. She has also immersed herself in the community by volunteering to teach classes at the Center for Lifelong Learning at the University of West Florida to further our members’ and our community’s knowledge about IRA...
July 25th, 20232780Birmingham, Ala. – On Monday, July 17, Avadian Credit Union’s Pelham branch opened in its new location at 2723 Pelham Parkway.
The branch features state-of-the-art design and technology throughout. It begins with three video-capable ATM Plus+ machines – one in the branch’s lobby and two in the drive-thru lanes. ATM Plus+ machines allow members to perform transactions plus talk to an Avadian team member, with hours that extend beyond normal business hours.
The new branch design provides the technology and space for both quick self-service and assisted transactions, conversations ranging from account maintenance to wealth...
July 25th, 20232750IRVINE, Calif. and LEHI, Utah – July 24, 2023 – Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, and Eltropy, the leading digital communications platform for community financial institutions (CFIs), are expanding their partnership to deliver an enhanced loan origination experience. The integration between Origence and Eltropy combines the strengths of both platforms, providing a comprehensive solution for credit unions to drive revenue growth, increase agent efficiency, and deliver an exceptional loan origination experience.
The partnership, initially announced in December, addresses a significant...
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