 Chad Graves As 2025 comes to a close, Ent Credit Union is celebrating a year marked by strategic growth, community impact, and member-focused innovation. From a historic merger to expanded financial education, these five highlights showcase how Ent continued to put people first.
1. Merger milestone Ent announced a merger of equals with Wings Credit Union in April and received final approval in December. This historic milestone paves the way for the two organizations to officially unite as one on Jan. 1, 2026. The combined credit union will serve nearly 1 million members. Grounded in shared values and a deep commitment to local communities, this merger is an investment in the future, aimed at strengthening the credit union’s ability to deliver personalized service, expand financial education, and increase community impact. 2. Philanthropy and emergency food assistance Ent contributed $3 million to nonprofits in 2025, supporting more than 270 organizations statewide. A major highlight was a $2.5 million investment to establish an endowed chair in pediatric ear, nose, and throat care at Children’s Hospital Colorado, advancing specialized treatment and research for kids across the region. Ent also deepened its commitment to attainable housing with a $1 million grant to We Fortify, helping expand workforce housing, plus housing, stability and support for individuals transitioning out of homelessness in the Pikes Peak Region. During the 43-day government shutdown this fall, Ent provided $50,000 in matching gifts to Care & Share Food Bank and Food Bank of the Rockies, plus additional gifts to pantries at Adams State University and Harrison School District 2, and joined a coalition of 12 Colorado credit unions that donated more than $220,000 total statewide. Ent also directly supported its members through loan deferments and an emergency assistance program. 3. Serving the San Luis Valley Ent expanded its footprint by opening a new service center in Alamosa – its first in the San Luis Valley – bringing its full-service banking, financial education resources, and even a community room for local use. The opening reflects Ent’s commitment to access, as well as its belief that strong communities start with opportunity, connection, and care. Even before opening its doors, Ent invested in local youth and education initiatives, cultural events, and health and human services nonprofits. 4. Financial education impact Ent delivered 1,861 coaching sessions and 567 education events, reaching nearly 15,000 participants. Through personalized coaching and its GreenPath partnership, Ent helped members improve credit scores and pay off $1.66 million in debt since June 2024, building confidence and financial stability. 5. Broncos partnership As the Official Banking Partner of the Denver Broncos, Ent strengthened its partnership in 2025 by pairing game-day excitement with programs that build financial confidence for members. Through fan-favorite programs like Swipe to Score, exclusive member perks, and a limited-edition hat campaign that sold out in days, Ent brought members closer to the game they love. Collaborations with Bo Nix, Pat Surtain II, Champ Bailey, and Dave Logan amplified engagement and education, while the Enterception program continues to turn every Broncos interception into impact with a donation of $9,000 to Children’s Hospital Colorado to date this season. Together, these milestones reflect a year of meaningful progress – expanding access, deepening community partnerships, and creating new ways to help members thrive. “2025 was a year of big steps forward for Ent and the communities we serve,” said Chad Graves, Ent and going-forward Wings Credit Union president & CEO. “From strengthening financial confidence to expanding our reach, every milestone reflects our promise to put members first.” As Ent welcomes 2026, the credit union remains focused on delivering exceptional member experiences and deepening its community impact.
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In Dickens’ Oliver Twist a hungry boy stands with his empty bowl. “Please sir, I want some more.” The scene has lived for nearly two centuries because it captures poverty in its simplest form. Hunger. That same hunger is with us today. It is not in a Victorian workhouse but in our own schools, where children arrive without breakfast because their families cannot afford it. In Canada almost 900,000 kids rely on school breakfast programs. In the United States one in eight children lives in a food insecure household. Nothing says poor quite like a child trying to learn on an empty stomach. This reality matters to credit unions. Poverty is not only a social issue. It is an economic force that touches the communities credit unions serve and the markets they depend on. The scale of poverty In Canada 10.2 percent of people lived in poverty in 2023. That is about 4 million people. Deep income poverty, defined as disposable income below 75 percent of the poverty line, stood at 5.3 percent. Child poverty rose from 9.9 percent in 2022 to 10.7 percent in 2023. In the United States the official poverty rate was 11.1 percent in 2023. That equals about 36.8 million people. The Supplemental Poverty Measure, which includes government supports, rose to 12.9 percent. Child poverty under this measure reached 13.7 percent. Black Americans faced an 18.5 percent poverty rate. Hispanic Americans faced a 20.9 percent rate. Poverty for people with disabilities reached 22 percent. Why financial literacy matters Poverty and financial illiteracy reinforce each other. People in poverty avoid banks. They turn to high cost credit. They face cycles of debt. A global study found that a one point rise in financial literacy reduces the risk of poverty by 6 to 7 percent. In low income countries the effect is 32 percent. The largest gains are among women, rural residents and people with less education. Matched savings programs also show measurable results. The Assets for Independence (AFI) program helped low income participants increase savings and asset ownership in the short and medium term. Families saved more. Renters became homeowners at higher rates. Non business owners started businesses at higher rates. Participants reported less material hardship. What is a matched savings program? A matched savings program helps low income families save by pairing their deposits with matching funds. For every dollar a participant saves, the program adds a dollar or more. These savings are restricted to wealth building uses such as buying a home, starting a business, paying for education or making essential repairs. The most common model is the Individual Development Account. Participants open an account at a financial institution, attend financial literacy training and receive matching contributions when they reach their savings goal. These programs combine two forces: education and incentive. They teach people how to manage money and reward them for doing it. This creates lasting habits that build financial resilience. Where credit unions fit Credit unions were founded to serve people of small means. That mandate still matters. Unlike commercial banks, credit unions are built around communities and member ownership. Many credit unions hold Low Income Designation (LID) in the United States or operate as Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). These designations give them access to supplemental capital and grants to expand services in underserved markets. In Canada, credit unions have taken similar steps. Assiniboine Credit Union in Winnipeg opened branches in low income neighborhoods such as North End and West Broadway to reach members who would otherwise rely on check cashers or payday lenders. ACU has also invested in community housing, Indigenous partnerships and local food security programs. Predatory alternatives Banking deserts leave gaps. When banks close branches in poor areas, other players move in. Payday lenders, check cashers and corner stores with ATMs become the default financial system. The pattern is clear. In U.S. zip codes with about 25,000 people, every high poverty area had at least one payday lender. In low poverty areas only 21 percent did. High poverty neighborhoods are also more likely to see clusters of payday shops, making them unavoidable. In Canada the same dynamic plays out. Recent research shows payday loan borrowers are not buying luxuries. They are disproportionately renters, low income workers, single parents, Indigenous peoples and people with disabilities. Many use loans for food, housing and bills. About 30 percent report being unable to repay on time, leaving them in cycles of debt. Even local bodegas and convenience stores become part of the problem. In many neighborhoods they are the only place with an ATM. Withdrawal fees add another layer of cost to families already living on the edge. Hunger and breakfast clubs Hunger is poverty’s clearest signal. A child cannot learn well on an empty stomach. In Canada, Breakfast Club of Canada now serves more than 880,000 children through 4,900 school programs. Demand has risen by 30 percent in just a few years. In the United States, one in eight children lives in a food insecure household. Research is clear. School breakfast improves concentration, attendance, test scores and long-term health. It reduces behavioral problems and increases graduation rates. The return on investment is high. Fewer missed school days and better outcomes translate into stronger communities and more financially stable families over time. For credit unions, this is not charity at the margins. Supporting breakfast clubs and similar programs is a direct investment in the next generation of members. Hungry children struggle in school, fall behind and remain trapped in poverty. Children who are fed, supported and financially literate grow into adults who can save, borrow and invest. Credit unions can partner with schools, food agencies and local non profits to support these programs. They can provide funding, volunteers and financial education alongside nutrition. Doing so ties their brand to both immediate relief and long term empowerment. The upside for credit unions Helping fight poverty is not just good ethics. It is good business. Membership growth--Reaching underserved households brings in new members. People excluded from banks often become the most loyal credit union members once they are included. Product use--Financially literate members use more services. They open savings accounts, take out fair loans, buy insurance and build credit histories. Every new service deepens the member relationship. Assets under administration--More deposits and more loans flow directly to stronger balance sheets. Growth in household savings means growth in assets under administration. Reputation and brand value--Public opinion favors systemic solutions. More than 70 percent of Canadians say poverty is caused by structural barriers, not personal failure. Credit unions that take visible action strengthen their reputation as trusted institutions. That translates into goodwill, advocacy and long-term growth. Serving vulnerable groups Poverty is not uniform. It strikes some groups far harder than others.
Moral and strategic case Credit unions were built to lift people of small means out of poverty. Providing financial literacy, fair products and access fulfills that mission. The strategic case is just as strong. Inclusion creates members. Members use more products. Assets grow. Ties to community deepen. Every dollar moved from a payday lender to a credit union strengthens both the household and the institution. A call to action Oliver Twist asked for more. Today children in classrooms still go hungry. That is a call to action. Credit unions can answer. They have the mission. They have the reach. They have the tools. Financial literacy is one of the most effective tools. Support breakfast programs. Provide education. Offer fair services. These steps lift families out of poverty. They reduce reliance on predatory lenders. They grow membership and assets. At Currency Marketing we see this every day through It’s a Money Thing, our financial literacy program built for credit unions. It gives institutions a proven way to teach, engage and empower their members. What is good for communities is good for credit unions. Fighting poverty is sound business.  Even the crypto-cautious can appreciate what stablecoin offer: trust, control, and the chance for credit unions to move ahead their terms. by: Marc Rapport Contributing Editor Stablecoin is the gold standard reimagined for the digital age – backed, manageable, and steady. It’s not hype or speculation; it’s money that behaves like money, just faster and more flexible. Now may not be the time to jump in – but it’s certainly time pay attention, even for the most crypto-phobic of credit union executives. That’s because stablecoin may well represent a practical path forward for credit unions looking to modernize without compromising that most-critical currency: trust. The GENIUS Act: A Clear Lane for Credit Unions Stablecoin are digital assets that maintain a stable value by tying their price to a reference asset, like the U.S. dollar and U.S. Treasuries their issuers buy to back them. They can be used to buy goods, settle transactions, or transfer funds. Like physical cash, but digital. New impetus for adoption comes from the new GENIUS Act, which says a payment stablecoin must be redeemable for a set amount and backed by a 1:1 reserve. A primer on the topic from America’s Credit Unions says this: “The GENIUS Act helps level the playing field by giving federally insured credit unions clear custodial authority under the oversight of the NCUA (rather than a bank regulator), and permits subsidiaries of federally insured credit unions, such as CUSOs, to become stablecoin issuers.” The Act also states that stablecoins are not securities or commodities, and issuers are not investment companies, the ACU document notes. That legal clarity gives credit unions a safe path to explore stablecoin without the regulatory confusion – and investment risk –that’s dogged crypto such as Bitcoin and Ethereum. In other words, they’re more like gold-backed bank notes from the days of old than digital casino chips of today. St. Cloud Makes the First Move with $CLDUSD For St. Cloud Financial Credit Union, the GENIUS Act wasn’t just permission, it was a green light. In partnership with Metallicus and DaLand CUSO, the $407.3 million Minnesota cooperative is now issuing Cloud Dollar ($CLDUSD), billed as first credit union-issued stablecoin in the country.  Chase Larson “This milestone is the natural progression of the CU-Digital Asset Vault strategy SCFCU has been advancing with DaLand over the past four years,” Chase Larson, St. Cloud Financial’s EVP/CLO, says in the September announcement. “The core-integrated platform ensures members can securely vault approved digital assets, now enabling $CLDUSD issuance and automation driven directly from the core. “We’re extending this safekeeping-first platform with stablecoin utility enabling transparent, low-cost on-chain money movement – from merchant payouts to member-to-member and institution-to-institution – at a fraction of card-network fees.” St. Cloud’s launch isn’t just about technology – it’s about timing, control, and keeping deposits where they ideally belong: at the credit union. Cornerstone, Zelle, and Credit Unions Catching Up Credit unions across the country are stepping up to explore stablecoin at their own pace. Through its partnership with Metallicus, Cornerstone League is offering its more than 600 member credit unions access to a Stablecoin Pilot, letting them test issuance and operations in a simulated environment. Zelle’s parent company, Early Warning Services, also just announced it will use stablecoins for cross-border payments – a major expansion backed by big banks and available to the more than 2,300 credit unions in the sprawling Zelle network. But Jed Meyer, president and CEO of St. Cloud Financial since 2014, says stablecoins don’t require choosing winners or taking sides. “How will I have to modernize my technology platform to get to the spot where I can actually be agile? I can move at my pace, I can move at my members’ pace, and I can move at the regulatory pace, and I don't actually have to pick or choose a winner,” Meyer says in a recent appearance on CUbroadcast. He draws a parallel to a previous transition. “When I looked at it,” Meyers says, “I didn't have to choose between MasterCard or Visa. I just had to build the infrastructure. And it’s the same thing now.” Meyer adds: “I'm not a crypto enthusiast, a nerd, or any of that stuff. I don't own crypto. I wish I did. I come at it from a CEO's perspective to say, hey, my members are going to move into this space. We need to be there with them.” His data backs it up. In the past three years, his credit union saw digital asset withdrawals grow from $1 million to $9 million. He also says that a survey shows 22% of his 27,000 or so members either are in or want to be in this space. That interest is hard to ignore. Nationally, though, crypto payment use remains limited. According to a September report from the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, fewer than 2% of U.S. consumers reported using cryptocurrency for payments in 2023 and 2024, down from nearly 3% in 2021 and 2022. But for credit unions already seeing funds leave to outside exchanges, even a small shift in behavior can have a big financial impact.  Tony DeSanctis Where Stablecoins Fit. What Really Threatens Credit Unions
Tony DeSanctis at Cornerstone Advisors sees stablecoin’s strongest use case in global transfers and remittances. “The clearest opportunity is in cross-border payments,” says the Scottsdale, Ariz.-based consultancy’s senior director of client education and knowledge strategy. Domestic adoption is less certain, DeSanctis says. “There's buzz around merchant acceptance, but consumers don’t have a strong incentive to adopt yet another payment method. Unless it's cheaper than card transactions, adoption will be slow,” the veteran consultant told CUbroadcast in a recent phone call. That said, stablecoin offer a compliant, programmable alternative as credit unions build digital bridges for members. And the real threats, DeSanctis says, are already here. He points to:
Stablecoin may shift revenue, but for now, it’s not the tsunami, it’s just a flashing light. “They’re like dirt on your garage floor when your house is flooding,” DeSanctis says of the cryptocurrency. “Focus on the flood first.”  The Eltropy Exchange Podcast
In this special episode of The Eltropy Exchange, host Michael Pupil interviews a familiar face from the other side of the microphone: Mike Lawson, founder and host of CUbroadcast, the credit union industry’s longest-running and most beloved video interview series. With more than 8,000 interviews under his belt, Mike reflects on his journey from journalist to fintech marketer to industry storyteller. He shares how a mix of curiosity, collaboration, and a “let’s see if this works” mindset led him to launch CUbroadcast in 2010, well before video interviews were the norm. What began with sketchy bandwidth and skeptical guests has grown into one of the most valuable storytelling platforms in the credit union world. Mike and Michael dive into topics including how stories make the industry stronger, why capturing personality builds trust, and how the best ideas often come from other credit unions, not boardrooms. They also explore the role of vendors in the storytelling equation, the need for a “member succession plan,” and how AI and automation can enhance rather than replace the human side of service. It’s an episode packed with reflection, inspiration, and practical insight from one of the industry’s most trusted voices. Financial Plus Credit Union announced that it has selected Pinwheel to power their activation and engagement programs. Pinwheel’s best-in-class direct deposit switching solution beat competitors by over 30% in a head-to-head test, underscoring Pinwheel’s market position as the industry’s top converting deposit switch solution.
Pinwheel’s platform is specifically designed to help financial institutions increase member acquisition, boost deposits, and elevate engagement by making it easy to onboard new members. Financial Plus’s decision to implement Pinwheel was rooted in a shared vision of putting members at the center of the banking experience while enabling consistent growth and revenue opportunities. "Our partnership with Pinwheel will make it easier for members to take full advantage of their accounts from day one,” said Jessica McNier, SVP and Chief Innovation Officer at Financial Plus. “By removing the friction from switching direct deposit, we’re creating a smoother, more connected experience by using the network of partners we have built to serve up the Pinwheel technology. From the account opening journey with MANTL to our digital banking ecosystem with Banno, we look to meet members wherever they are at in their journey." Pinwheel’s data connectivity platform seamlessly integrates with employers, payroll providers, and other financial data sources, empowering customers to effortlessly manage direct deposit and income-qualified services across multiple financial touchpoints. Pinwheel recently announced the expansion of their solution suite to include bill switching and bill management, enabling credit unions to continue to differentiate themselves with innovative solutions that simplify and improve their members’ complex financial lives. "We are thrilled that our integrations with Jack Henry and MANTL have made it possible for us to partner with incredible community-based organizations like Financial Plus. Together, we are ensuring Financial Plus can deliver an exceptional digital experience that improves members' control of their financial lives." Crystal Gopman, Chief Marketing Officer at Pinwheel.  Rob Werner Ardent Credit Union announced today its adoption of a Multiple Common Bond Charter. This strategic move expands membership eligibility beyond the five-county footprint specified in its previous charter and positions the credit union for sustained growth.
The charter change removes geographic restrictions that previously limited membership to those who lived, worked, volunteered, worshiped or studied in Philadelphia, Montgomery, Delaware, Bucks or Chester Counties. Now, prospective members anywhere in the country can join Ardent to access innovative services and competitive rates on loans, mortgages and savings products. "This is a transformative moment for Ardent Credit Union," said Rob Werner, Ardent President and CEO. "For nearly five decades, we've been committed to delivering smart, innovative banking with a personal touch. This change allows us to extend that same level of care and expertise to more people who are looking for a financial partner that truly puts their needs first." Three Pathways to Membership Under the new charter, prospective members can qualify for Ardent membership wherever they live and work by enrolling in the American Consumer Council (ACC). The ACC is a national nonprofit focused on consumer advocacy and promoting financial literacy. For new members, Ardent facilitates ACC enrollment at no cost during account opening. Membership eligibility is also available through immediate family/household members who qualify and through Ardent’s Select Employee Group (SEG) partners. SEGs are organizations that offer Ardent membership as a benefit to their employees. Expanding Reach Without Losing Touch With members already living in all 50 states, the new charter formalizes existing reach and allows Ardent to expand thoughtfully, without disruption to the service, values or relationships members rely on. The change supports Ardent’s continued growth while preserving the strong local focus that has defined the Philadelphia-based organization for decades. "This charter change allows us to say 'yes' to more people, all while maintaining the same care and level of service our members expect,” Werner said. Maintaining the Ardent Difference Current and future members will continue to benefit from Ardent's signature programs and services, including:
 Velera – the nation’s premier payments CUSO and an integrated financial technology solutions provider – published the December edition of the Velera Payments Index, presenting a deep dive into international transactions in the Goods sector and an update on 2025 holiday spending.
In November, year-over-year consumer spending growth remained consistent and positive. While consumer sentiment surveys have shown mixed results, concerns about high prices remain. Following the end of the six-week government shutdown, reporting on various economic indicators — including job growth, unemployment and inflation — resumed with the posting of the November results. In a much-anticipated move, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell announced a quarter-point interest rate cut earlier this month. While this reduction is the third consecutive cut from recent Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meetings, there was an indication that there could be a pause in subsequent changes, given the number of dissenting votes from the committee in the December meeting. However, with softer job data, the possibility of an additional rate cut could be back on the table. The federal funds rate, currently at 3.50% to 3.75%, is at its lowest level in three years. The next FOMC meeting will conclude on Jan. 28, 2026. In November, consumer confidence fell in the Consumer Confidence Index by 6.9 points to 88.7. Older demographics have less confidence in improvement, with those over 55 years old being the least upbeat. Consumers aged 35 and over experienced a decline in confidence, while those under 35 years of age showed some improvement. By income, the only population that posted an improvement in confidence was those making under $15,000 per year. The preliminary results for the December 2025 University of Michigan Index of Consumer Sentiment increased 2.3 points to 53.3. While this 4.5% increase is primarily driven by younger consumers, the overall outlook remains bleak, likely due to concerns over higher prices. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released its November update, showing a 0.2% rise in inflation for November. Data for October 2025 is mainly unavailable due to the government shutdown, potentially distorting the view of annual results. This takes the 12-month Consumer Price Index (CPI) to 2.7%. The energy index rose 1.1%. Both shelter and food each rose 0.1%. Decreases were posted for the two-month period in lodging away from home, recreation and apparel. Core CPI, which excludes the Food and Energy sectors, also increased by 0.2% for the two-month period ending in November, bringing the 12-month Core CPI to 2.6%. After the six-week government shutdown, the BLS reported that the overall unemployment rate for November increased to 4.6%, or 7.8 million people, the highest in four years. While the economy added 64,000 jobs in November, there were 105,000 jobs lost in October 2025, highlighting concerns about the overall strength of the U.S. economy. November saw job growth in the healthcare and construction sectors, while job losses occurred in the federal government. For November, the ADP jobs report, which tracks changes in U.S. private employment, showed a decrease of 32,000. Small companies — those with fewer than 50 employees — posted all the job losses, while companies with 50 or more employees posted gains. The ADP payroll population represents 26 million U.S. private-sector employees. “This holiday season, with mixed signals in consumer confidence, we wanted to offer an incentive to activate low-usage cardholders and keep our card top of wallet. By working with Velera’s Advisors Plus, we were able to align our campaigns with market trends and develop strategies that made sense based on cost, expected returns and lift. Their insight helped us analyze past results, forecast future performance and apply best practices to maximize impact. Thanks to their guidance, our current holiday campaign has achieved a 33% response rate, with an increase of over 17% in transactional dollar volume, putting us on track to exceed last year’s results. This momentum reflects the benefit of yearly planning and consistent campaign execution,” said Natalie Baker, Vice President, Marketing, Dominion Energy Credit Union. Key takeaways for November include:
The full report is available for download here or can be shared as a PDF upon request. Please let us know of any questions or additional needs, or if you’d like to coordinate an interview.  Todd Lane Velera, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated financial technology solutions provider, today announced the appointment of Todd Lane, president and CEO of California Coast Credit Union, as a member of its Board of Directors. He has served as an associate board member since 2021.
Lane replaces former Velera board member and previous president and CEO of Wings Credit Union Frank Weidner. Weidner served on the Board of Directors for over 10 years, including terms as vice chair and chair during the PSCU/Co-op Solutions combination. He will conclude his 14-year tenure as president and CEO of Wings Credit Union at the end of 2025. “We are extremely pleased to welcome Todd as a member of our Board of Directors. In his time as an associate director, he has played an integral role in our progress and been a trusted partner in advancing our mission. We look forward to the leadership and perspective he will continue to bring to the board,” said Chuck Fagan, president and CEO of Velera. “We also extend our sincere appreciation to Frank, whose leadership as board chair was instrumental in guiding us through the combination and into our next chapter as Velera. His influence will continue to shape our strategy and member-first focus.” “Velera’s Board of Directors brings together CEOs representing credit unions of varying sizes, membership models and regions, each offering a deep understanding of the issues shaping today’s payments landscape,” said Cathie Tierney, chair of the Velera Board of Directors and president and CEO of Community First Credit Union. “On behalf of the board, we look forward to seeing Todd take on this new role and are confident his experience will further strengthen our collective work to support credit unions. We are also grateful to Frank for his steadfast leadership during a period of significant transition and for the focus he brought to the board’s work.” Additional Velera Board of Directors members include:
 SECU Foundation is pleased to announce a $500,000 grant to Feeding the Carolinas to help address widespread food insecurity and the increased demand on food banks across North Carolina.
Feeding the Carolinas works in partnership with seven regional North Carolina food banks, each of which partners with hundreds of local food pantries, churches, and community agencies to assist people in each of North Carolina’s 100 counties. SECU Foundation’s grant is expected to help provide the equivalent of more than two million meals for North Carolinians this holiday season. “This grant recognizes the critical role that our food banks play in responding to crises in North Carolina,” said Feeding the Carolinas Board Chair and CEO of Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest NC Eric Aft. “We are incredibly grateful to SECU Foundation for this grant and for helping to ensure that we can feed our neighbors.” SECU Foundation has more than a 20-year history of supporting community needs in North Carolina through grants that demonstrate the Credit Union philosophy of People Helping People®. Over the years, this support has included food banks working to secure and distribute food and essential supplies during times of heightened need – following Hurricanes Matthew, Florence, and Helene and during the COVID-19 pandemic. “SECU Foundation has worked with Feeding the Carolinas since 2015, helping to uplift their important work for the people of our state,” said SECU Foundation Board Chair Mona Moon. “With the increasing demand for food assistance across North Carolina, we are pleased to provide this funding to aid our local food banks and ensure continued access throughout the holiday season and beyond.” For more information about the SECU Foundation and the many ways it supports North Carolina communities, visit ncsecufoundation.org. For more information about the work Feeding the Carolinas does to address food insecurity across the state, visit feedingthecarolinas.org. Alkami Announces Breakout Tracks for Alkami Co:lab 2026, Highlighting the Future of Digital Banking12/22/2025  Jim Marous Alkami Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: ALKT) ("Alkami"), a digital sales and service platform provider for financial institutions in the U.S., today unveiled the six featured tracks for its breakout agenda at Alkami Co:lab 2026, held April 13–15 in San Diego, California. The tracks will explore the future of digital banking, business and commercial banking, data and marketing, security and compliance, onboarding and account opening, and the technology powering it all.
This year's breakout agenda will feature nearly 50 unique sessions ranging from customer panels, strategic conversations, industry updates, roundtable discussions, and hands-on training. Each session is curated to help attendees turn insight into action by diving into the latest trends impacting banking and technology, sharing best practices, unlocking growth strategies within the Alkami Platform, discovering new ways to serve account holders, and connecting with peers, partners, and thought leaders. "At Alkami Co:lab, we're intentional about shaping sessions that truly matter. Our goal is for attendees to leave inspired and equipped, whether that's a strategy they can use back at their institution or a skill that supports their own growth," said Jennifer Cortez, chief marketing officer at Alkami. "Alkami Co:lab is a can't-miss event for bank and credit union executives," said Jim Marous, owner of the Digital Banking Report and host of the Banking Transformed podcast. "Each year, the Alkami team takes it up a notch. Alkami Co:lab is where strategy meets execution – those three days are packed with relevant insights, inspiration, and networking with the brightest leaders in the industry." Breakouts will go beyond the headlines and dig into the details behind the innovation. Topics will range from the vision of Anticipatory Banking and how that can be delivered through the Alkami Digital Sales & Service Platform, modern payments to business monetization, AI-driven fraud prevention, the developer experience, account opening, and more. These sessions will showcase real-world examples of how financial institutions are scaling smarter with predictive marketing, accelerating onboarding, driving adoption within digital banking, and delivering impact where it counts: in the lives of their account holders and on their organization's bottom line. Registration is now open at alkamicolab.com, where visitors can find details on hotel accommodations, agenda updates, and sponsorship opportunities. To learn more about Anticipatory Banking and the Alkami Digital Sales & Service Platform, visit here. Alkami has been certified by J.D. Power in 2024 and 2025 for providing "An Outstanding Mobile Banking Platform Experience."1 |
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