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Industrial Credit Union Branch Receives an Artistic Upgrade

DRIFT Mural Co. of Ottawa, recently completed a colorful update to Industrial Credit Union’s State Street branch in Bellingham, Wash. […]

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Unitus Community Credit Union Partners with University of Oregon Quarterback on Financial Education Videos

Unitus Community Credit Union is partnering with University of Oregon quarterback Dillon Gabriel to launch a series of financial education videos

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Gesa Credit Union Welcomes Megan Wiseman as New AVP of Retail Sales and Services

Gesa Credit Union, based in Richland, Wash., announced in July the addition of Megan Wiseman to its leadership team as Assistant Vice President of Retail Sales and Services.

Solarity Credit Union

Solarity Credit Union Donates $40,000 to Memorial Foundation and Toy Jeep to Patient

Mina Worthington, President and CEO of Yakima, Wash.-based Solarity Credit Union, delivered a $40,000 donation to the Memorial Foundation as well as a toy Jeep to four-year-old Jeremiah, a former Neonatal intensive Care Unit (NICU) patient. These donations were in support of MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital’s children’s health care programs and services. 

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People Helping People Goes Next Level in Wyoming: Atlantic City Federal Credit Union Leader Donates Kidney

Khrystyn Lutz, Chief Risk Officer at Atlantic City Federal Credit Union in Lander, Wyo., donated a kidney to a recipient she didn’t know in order to help her good friend.

Credit Union West’s SVP & Chief Operating Officer Ning Duong Awarded 2024 Most Influential Women in Arizona

Ning Duong, Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Arizona-based Credit Union West, has been selected as one of the Most Influential Women in Arizona Business for 2024. 

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Fitzsimons Credit Union Awards $5,000 in Scholarships to Denver-Area Students

Fitzsimons Credit Union, which serves the Colorado communities of the Denver metro area, believes that education has the power to transform communities and is pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of the Sandra B. Neves Scholarship.   

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Origence Announces New Associate Board Members

Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announced the appointment of three new associate Board of Directors […]

Credit Unions Raise Over $1.5 Million To Help Move Kids Out of Hospitals and Onto Playgrounds

First Tech Federal Credit Union led the annual Northwest Classic Credit Unions for Kids fundraising campaign, uniting First Tech employees and members, business leaders, and 26 credit unions across the nation to raise more than $1.5 million in support of children and families at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

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Meet the Newest Graduates of Western CUNA Management School

On July 25, the newest graduates of the Western CUNA Management School (WCMS) were honored at the 62nd graduation ceremony held in Bridges Hall of Music at Pomona College in Claremont, Calif. The “Phi” class of 2024 had 108 graduates, including 45 from the GoWest region.

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Linn-Co Federal Credit Union Is Now 44 North Credit Union

Oregon-based Linn-Co Federal Credit Union officially became 44 North Credit Union and changed its field of membership to those who live and work in Linn, Benton, Deschutes, Lane, Lincoln, and Marion counties. 

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Credit Union West Announces New Vice President of People 

Arizona-based Credit Union West has announced the appointment of Susan Sirois as the new Vice President of People. With a wealth of experience in human resources and a strong commitment to fostering a culture of excellence, Sirois is poised to play a pivotal role in driving the company’s people-centric initiatives forward.  

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First Tech Federal Credit Union Appoints Evelyn Prime-MacAdam to SVP, Digital Products

First Tech Federal Credit Union announced on July 9 the appointment of Evelyn Prime-MacAdam to the SVP of Digital Products, where she will drive digital innovation to deliver an exceptional member experience.

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OCCU Adds Associate Board Members & Board Director

OCCU, which serves members in Oregon and Washington, has appointed two associate members to its board of directors, Jefferson Curl and Dena Putnam-Gilchrist, and elected Justin Freeman as a new director.

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Drinking Coffee To Support Spokane Children’s Hospital

Coffee drinkers in the Spokane, Wash., area raised $10,000 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN) on July 18. Thanks to Numerica Credit Union’s Miracle Coffee Day, $1 from every drink sold at Spokane-area Dutch Bros was donated to CMN, up to $10,000.

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Pima Federal Credit Union Announces $10,000 in Education Awards

Tucson, Ariz.-based Pima Federal Credit Union announced in June that $10,000 had been awarded to five high school graduates who will be pursuing higher education this fall through the credit union’s Education Award Program.

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Columbia Credit Union Hires Heather Friend as Chief Operating Officer

Columbia Credit Union, which serves members in Washington and Oregon, has hired Heather Friend as Chief Operating Officer. In this role she will oversee the efficiency of day-to-day operations as well as develop and implement strategies to ensure the success of the credit union’s branches, contact center, support services, and facilities. 

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Copper State CU Young Professionals Supporting Phoenix Rescue Mission!

Arizona-based Copper State Credit Union’s Young Professional Committee held their first donation drive in June to help support Phoenix Rescue Mission, a leading provider of life-transforming solutions to persons facing hunger, homelessness, addiction, and trauma throughout the valley. 

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Maps Credit Union Awards $58,000 in Scholarships

Oregon-based Maps Credit Union announces its annual scholarships totaling $58,000 awarded to 25 Marion and Polk County high school students to support their post-secondary education. The scholarships, awarded this month, are to local students from across the Mid-Willamette Valley region including Salem-Keizer, Silverton, Woodburn, Mt. Angel, Turner, and Monmouth.  

Credit Union West Announces New Phoenix Metro Locations

Credit Union West is proud to share its plans for growth in Arizona, expanding its branch network from 12 to 14 locations by the end of 2025. The new branches will be located in Phoenix, Peoria, and Buckeye. 

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On Tap Credit Union Announces Retirement of Esteemed Vice President

On Tap Credit Union announced in June the retirement of Laurie Jensen, its esteemed VP of Member Experience and Retail Delivery, who is retiring after four years at On Tap Credit Union and nearly 40 years of dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to the credit union industry.