Author: Katy Wagnon
OnPoint Community Credit Union Match Donations to the KGW School Supply Drive
2022 is the 15th year OnPoint has partnered with the KGW School Supply Drive to send students back to school with the tools they need to learn.
Washington Credit Unions Can Now Offer Better Rates for Minority and Women Business Owners
Through the newly accessible Linked Deposit Loan Program, credit unions can provide an interest rate reduction of up to 2% for OMWBE state-certified businesses.
Survey Finds Gen Z Consumers Seek Financial Guidance from TikTok and YouTube
Vericast’s research indicates only 24% of this age group seek advice from financial institutions or advisors.
TruWest Selected as #ILoveMyCreditUnion Raffle Winner
The Arizona-based credit union was one of ten credit unions who won $1,000 toward a charity of their choice.
Zest AI and Origence Integrate Credit and Lending Technologies
The fintechs will integrate their credit scoring technology into a robust automated underwriting module for a cutting-edge consumer lending platform.
Horizon Credit Union Welcomes Embark into the Family
The new organization has 31 branches with over 400 employees in four states and serves over 113,000 members.
Create a Deeply Engaged Workplace with Shane Feldman at MAXX 2022
In traveling the globe, Feldman has decoded frameworks that help leaders build a stronger, more connected organizational culture.
Alaska USA Federal Credit Union Officially Merges with Global Credit Union
Current President and CEO of Alaska USA Geoff Lundfelt will remain president and CEO of the combined organization, and Global will now operate as “Global Credit Union, a Division of Alaska USA Federal Credit Union.”
TAPCO Credit Union Announces New Chief People and Inclusion Officer
Sarah Gray is passionate about people and building a diverse workplace that includes a culture of inclusion and belonging, where diversity and equity are valued.
Numerica Credit Union Filled and Donated Over 300 Backpacks to Foster Care Organizations
An organization-wide initiative to support the community encouraged team members to fill backpacks as more than 8,000 children in Washington are impacted by foster care.
Compliance Newsletter – Aug. 2, 2022
Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.
Northwest Classic Raises $1.6 Million ‘Fore’ Children’s Miracle Network
The in-person return of the charity golf tournament was a collaborative effort led by First Tech Federal Credit Union and supported by more than 20 credit unions.
Small Business Flex Fund Offers WA Small Businesses Flexible Capital
O Bee Credit Union has funded over $3 million into its communities through the Small Business Flex Fund and expects to double that in the coming months.
Elevations Foundation Helps Fill the Education Gap for Black and Latino Children
Elevations supported a program that trains informal childcare providers with the knowledge to prepare minority kids before entering school.
ALPS and Tongass Federal Credit Unions Announce Intent to Merge
The proposed merger requires approval from the NCUA, the credit union’s regulatory body, followed by approval of the ALPS membership.
Mark Your Calendar: July 29 is #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day on Social Media
Join the Credit Union Movement in reaching millions of people as we take over social media for a single day by sharing testimonials with #ILoveMyCreditUnion.
Numerica Credit Union Distributed $20,000 in Scholarships to 14 Students
The scholarship money is helping one recipient go to nursing school, where she aspires to be a positive example for low-income Mexican women.
TruWest Credit Union School Supply Drive Supports Arizona Children
The credit union donated 146 supply-filled backpacks and 30 laptops to local elementary schools.
Clackamas Awards $10,000 in Scholarships to Youth and Adult Students
The credit union awarded 10 scholarships this year and has awarded a total of $20,000 since the creation of its College Scholarship Program in 2021.
Sooper Credit Union Named Best Credit Union in Arvada, Colorado
Over a six-week voting period, community members voted for their favorite businesses, resulting in Sooper winning the banking category.
Compliance Newsletter – July 26, 2022
Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.
