Washington
Northwest Credit Unions Raise More Than $1.5 Million to Support Children’s Hospitals
The Credit Unions for Kids Northwest Classic tournament remains one of the largest credit union-sponsored events supporting CMN Hospitals.
Harborstone Announces Agreement to Acquire First Sound Bank
The acquisition helps Harborstone Credit Union grow its presence in the Seattle-area marketplace, diversify its assets, and add superior talent and expertise.
BECU Announces Nathan Ramachandran as Chief Technology Officer
Washington-based credit union adds seasoned technology leader to executive team.
Sound Credit Union, University of Washington Tacoma Announce FinTech Incubator Winner
The winner created an app that tracks and analyzes transactions across all bank accounts and provides personalized offers to assist users with financial management.
Numerica Credit Union Announces New Assistant Vice President
Chelsea Maguire has helped expand the credit union’s content team and social media presence.
BECU to Grow Presence in the Kitsap Peninsula with New Financial Center
The Neighborhood Financial Center will open in Gig Harbor, Washington.
How STCU’s ‘Frank’ Campaign Turned Into A Viral Hit
Since the campaign and re-brand launched in April, commercials with Frank on STCU’s YouTube have been viewed nearly 500,000 times.
Gesa Credit Union Turns 70
Gesa celebrates milestone with 285,000 members, $3.8 Million in total giveback across Washington, $1 million in giveback to local schools and more.
Harborstone Credit Union Hires New Senior Vice President and Chief Banking Officer
Hoefel will oversee the credit union’s retail banking division and contact center.
Forbes Announces ‘Best Credit Unions in Each State 2023’
Several GoWest credit unions within the six-state region were recognized.
Columbia Credit Union Donates $10,394 to the American Heart Association
The funds were raised by Columbia CU’s staff during an internal campaign to support research fighting heart disease.
Horizon Credit Union Raises Nearly $20k for CU4Kids Campaign
CU4Kids is a nonprofit collaboration of credit unions working together in fundraising activities to benefit 170 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN) nationwide.
Horizon Credit Union Announces New Loan Servicing Department
Kimberley Kanehailua has been promoted to director of loan servicing.
Numerica Credit Union Launches ‘Numerica CARES for Kids’
The initiative will dedicate resources toward organizations that focus on upstream, preventative programming.
Our Community Credit Union President and CEO to Retire
Bert Fisher will retire and Ryan Drake, currently chief financial officer, has been appointed as his replacement.
BECU’s 2022 Annual Report: Financial Strength Drives Purpose Forward
The financial cooperative grew its membership to nearly 1.4 million members, a 3.6% year-over-year increase.
Podcast: ‘How Five Credit Unions Joined Forces to Tackle Affordable Housing’
Washington-based credit unions joined forces to invest $11.1 million toward housing in the city of Renton.
Gesa CU, American Red Cross Northwest Region Partner to Assist Residents Recovering from Home Fires
Gesa Community Foundation will provide a matching donation to the American Red Cross Northwest Region of up to $10,000.
Whatcom Educational Credit Union Expands into Skagit County
The credit union is expanding across county lines for the first time in its more than 85-year history.
Numerica Launches ‘Growth’ Accounts for Kids
These newly-branded accounts give children the opportunity to learn about budgeting, loans, and interest while saving for the future.
