Membership Matters

The Tobacco Valley Teachers Federal Credit Union’s (TVTFCU) Manager and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Lori Triba has announced her retirement which will be later this month.Lori began her career with TVTFCU in 1992 as a Member Service Representative, then in 1996 became the Loan Officer and later the Mortgage Loan Officer. In 2004 she moved into the role of Assistant Manager and in 2017 she was pr

Tobacco Valley Teachers Credit Union currently has the following items available for giveaway:Conference Table13 ft x 5 ftIncludes 16 chairs (can take as many as needed)Cabinet3 ft wide2 ft deep73 in highBottom section includes 1 drawer and 2 shelvesI have attached four photos for your reference.Please email [email protected] for inquires

UBI Federal Credit Union is proud to announce the opening of its newest  branch location, the UBI Student Financial Center, to be located inside Plainville High School.  This innovative branch underscores UBI’s commitment to financial education, community partnership, and empowering the next generation with real-world money management skills.The UBI Student Financial Center will provide students w

UBI Federal Credit Union is proud to continue its long-standing commitment to supporting education through its annual scholarship program. This year, UBI once again awarded two $1,000 scholarships to deserving students pursuing higher education through the Peter F. Smith Scholarship and the Kathy Brown Scholarship.The Peter F. Smith Scholarship recognizes the importance of educational opportunity

Every child who learns to love reading before first grade opens a door to confidence, imagination, and a lifetime of learning.While reading may be fundamental, it’s not always accessible. The Team at UBI Federal Credit Union wanted to help create a greater resource for area kindergarteners by donating the Natasha Wing book “The Night Before First Grade” book to every kindergartener in Plainville a

Fraud targeting older adults continues to rise at an alarming rate, placing vulnerable individuals at greater financial risk. As trusted financial partners, credit unions are often the first line of defense in identifying and preventing these crimes.To support this critical role, the League System is proud to introduce the Elder Exploitation Prevention Toolkit—the second in a series of five member

Credit unions are under increasing pressure to do more with less. From fluctuating loan demand to ongoing staffing shortages, today’s lending environment is anything but predictable. To stay competitive, many institutions are rethinking how they operate and turning to outsourcing as a strategic solution. The growing strain on credit union lending teamsStaffing challenges continue to be one of the

Melanie Strileckis Appointed Next President and CEO; Wendy Tariff to Retire After Transformative TenurePhoto: Melanie StrileckisPolice Credit Union of Connecticut (PCUCT) today announced that Melanie Strileckis has been appointed as the Credit Union’s next President and CEO, following the retirement of current President and CEO Wendy Tariff, who will retire on May 15, 2026.Tariff has served as Pre

Velera, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated financial technology solutions provider, today announced an expansion of its Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) capabilities, enabling credit unions to offer flexible installment options through two integrated solutions: Debit Flex Payments for debit purchases and Apple Pay’s Pay with Installments for credit tr

American Eagle Financial Credit Union (“American Eagle”), Connecticut’s strongest financial partner, proudly hosted on March 25th 457 local high school students for its Financial Reality Fair at Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field in East Hartford. Participating high schools included: Conard High School (West Hartford)CREC Academy of International Studies (Bloomfield)CREC Impact Academy (H

Tammy Schultz, Executive Vice President, Sales & Marketing, TruStage Have you ever noticed how often you say “change” in daily life? “I changed my mind,” or “Let me change clothes.” Yet, when change comes from leaders, coworkers or the industry, it often feels unsettling. Why? Because the changes we control feel manageable, while imposed changes feel uncertain and out of our hands. Understanding t

Members want more than fast approvals; they want peace of mind. Credit unions can deliver both through integrated payment protection solutions.Article by: Corrin Maier, Vice President of Lending Payment Protection, TruStageCredit unions face the challenge of balancing two realities.On one hand, members expect smooth, digital-first loan experiences. On the other hand, members carry real worries abo

The American Eagle Financial Reality Fair offers an engaging and immersive learning experience, helping high school students from the Greater Hartford area understand the real-world financial decisions they’ll face as adults. During the event, students are assigned a career and a starting salary, then visit stations—such as housing, transportation, food, entertainment, and furniture—to build a mon

Hartford Federal Credit Union (HFCU) announced that Beth Mazza has assumed the role of President & Chief Executive Officer, effective March 14, 2026, following the retirement of longtime CEO Ed Danek, who led the Credit Union for 36 years.Mazza brings more than 20 years of experience in the credit union industry and a deep commitment to the communities HFCU serves. Since joining the organization i

The Hartford Yard Goats Baseball Club, the Double-A Eastern League affiliate of the Colorado Rockies, in partnership with American Eagle Financial Credit Union, will host the Yard Goats Fitness Challenge for students of all ages from now until March 27th. The Yard Goats Fitness Challenge encourages students to complete a series of simple spring-training exercises to earn a ticket to a Yard Goats h

Hartford Federal Credit Union (HFCU) has received approval from the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) to expand its field of membership to include much of Litchfield County, along with several surrounding communities.With this expansion, individuals who live, work, worship, or attend school in the Capitol, Lower Connecticut River Valley, or Northwest Hills Planning Regions are now eligib

Ellafi Federal Credit Union, formerly known as Seasons Federal Credit Union, has named longtime executive Robyn Swanson as its new President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Swanson previously served as Senior Vice President and has been with the organization for 27 years.Following the retirement announcement of former President and CEO Keith Wiemert last fall, the Board of Dire

Hartford Federal Credit Union is proud to announce a $5,000 donation to Mental Health Connecticut (MHC) in support of its 2026 Let’s Face It campaign. HFCU President & CEO Ed Danek (left) visited MHC to present the check to Luis B. Pérez, President & CEO, MHC, and learn more about the organization’s impactful work.

Each year, crafty fraudsters find different ways – email, text, phone, and even in-person - to trick consumers out of money. Of the 2.6 million fraud reports, 38% indicated money was lost – in fact, a total of $12.8 billion according to the Federal Trade Commission (Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book 2024).These fraudsters are experts in disguise which is likely why imposter scams are on the rise

Connecticut’s Credit Unions was proud to participate in and present at the NASCUS Connecticut Executive Forum, a collaborative, in-person convening hosted alongside the National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS) and the Connecticut Department of Banking. The forum brought together regulators, industry leaders, and system stakeholders for a day of candid dialogue on the most pr