February 27th, 2026021Panama City, Fla. – Innovations Financial Credit Union is proud to announce it has been ranked #54 on Florida State University’s 2026 Seminole 100 list, recognizing the fastest-growing businesses owned or led by FSU alumni.
The Seminole 100 celebrates alumni entrepreneurs and business leaders whose companies demonstrate strong,...
January 30th, 2026461PANAMA CITY, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union announces that Scott Gladden has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer.
Gladden brings more than 36 years of experience in the credit union industry, including 21 years with Innovations Financial Credit Union, where he will celebrate his anniversary in February. He...
December 3rd, 2025065PANAMA CITY, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union announces the upcoming retirement of Chief Executive Officer David Southall, effective December 31, 2025. His retirement marks the conclusion of a distinguished 39-year career in the credit union industry and more than three decades of service to Innovations and its...
October 22nd, 2025025Seven local credit unions came together with Habitat for Humanity of Bay County to build The Credit Union House, a project that reflects the spirit of collaboration and community impact at the heart of the credit union movement.
Guided by the philosophy of People Helping People, the participating credit unions worked together to...
October 3rd, 2025055Panama City, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union proudly announces the retirement of Angie Barger, Executive Director of Member Services, after an impressive 39-year career in banking, including her service as President and CEO of First National Bank Northwest Florida (FNB) prior to its acquisition by Innovations in...
September 25th, 2025039Panama City, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is proud to announce that Kristie McLane, Director of Community Business Development, has been selected by the Florida’s Great Northwest (FGNW) Foundation to participate in Class IV of the Leadership Northwest Florida program.
Leadership Northwest Florida is a prestigious...
August 28th, 2025634Panama City Beach, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Chelsea Saffold to Branch Manager of the Callaway location.
Chelsea, a Certified Credit Union Financial Counselor, has been with Innovations for 3 years. She brings both professional expertise and a strong commitment to community...
August 28th, 2025026Panama City Beach, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the promotion of Heather Hart to Branch Manager of the Lynn Haven location.
Heather is a seasoned credit union professional, bringing 36 years of industry experience to her new role. She has been part of the Innovations team for a total of 10 years and...
August 28th, 2025161Panama City Beach, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is pleased to announce the promotion of Lucie Daniel to Branch Manager of the Chipley location.
Lucie has dedicated 14 years to the credit union industry, building her career around her passion for lending and member service. She describes lending as “the most rewarding...
August 28th, 2025035Panama City Beach, FL – Innovations Financial Credit Union is proud to announce the promotion of Lindsey Soltis to Branch Manager of the Middle Beach location.
Lindsey began her career with Innovations twelve years ago as a teller, entering the financial industry with no prior background but with a strong work ethic, eagerness to...
