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Chuck Fagan to Continue as CEO Until Retirement at End of Company’s Fiscal YearVelera, a strong partner of Connecticut's Credit Unions, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated financial technology solutions provider, today announced that Brian Caldarelli has been appointed president and will oversee the company’s day-to-day operations. Charles E. (“

How credit union leaders can protect members by changing mindset, culture and toolsAuthor: Holly Speczenksi, Risk Consultant, Risk & Compliance Solutions, TruStageI spend a lot of time talking with credit unions about risk, and one issue keeps coming up: member-targeted fraud. It touches nearly every institution, regardless of size, geography or field of membership. Fraud no longer starts with sys

Charter Oak Federal Credit Union hosted a reception on Thursday, May 28th, to award $100,000 in scholarships to 50 deserving high school and college students from New London and Windham counties.These students were selected by a committee that reviewed more than 170 applications to Charter Oak’s 2026 Community Giving Scholarship Program. Applicants were required to submit a detailed essay demonstr

Credit unions exist to serve a greater purpose by supporting their members and strengthening the communities they call home. As a not-for-profit financial institution, Riverbank Federal Credit Union is committed to putting people first. That focus remains at the core of everything we do. We strive to meet the evolving needs of both current and future members while staying grounded in the values of

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

Author: Corrin Maier, Vice President, Lending Business, TruStageThe financial fragility of the modern borrowerThe 2026 lending environment is not defined by a single shock. It's defined by compounding pressure.Auto loan defaults have nearly doubled since 2020, and credit unions are seeing something that would have been unthinkable a few years ago: members walking into branches to voluntarily turn

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