COLLINSVILLE, Ill. — Scott Credit Union is encouraging members to step into the zone–its new Member Zone in Millstadt.
"We are very pleased to be able to make our services more convenient for our members who live in the Millstadt area," said Scott CU President Frank Padak.
The Member Zone location, the first of its kind for Scott CU, features a new experience for members. The facility features a modern design with a new merchandising approach that includes marketing messages on a plasma screen television, back-lit signs, and a coffee bar. With an eye on convenience, the branch is cashless with full service ATMs designed to take deposits and dispense cash–essentially taking care of most transactions members would do at a teller line.
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"This is a new venture for us. Our goal is to bring our services into communities where our members live with this Member Zone branch approach," said Padak. "The ATM scans members' deposits and prints out a receipt of their transaction. It accepts checks and cash deposits without an envelope that most other ATMs require. Members will be able to get money, make deposits into their accounts, make loan payments and more right at the ATM. Plus, our sales representative will be available to help members with anything they need."
During a recent ribbon cutting event the credit union donated $1,700 to representatives from the Autism Society of Southern Illinois. The donation will support the autism group's work throughout the area to aid people who are in need of care.
"We are please to be able to support the Autism Society for their work in this area," Scott CU Vice President of Marketing Adam Koishor said. "Part of this check is a donation from the credit union and part is from fundraisers during which our members helped raise money to support the Autism Society."
Rogue FCU Ready to Go Green
MEDFORD, Ore. — Rogue Federal is going "Green" at their newly purchased property in Medford; which previously served as a U.S. Forest Service location.
Demolition began in late July with plans for removal of the old growth timber that will be preserved and recycled for use in wineries, custom homes and buildings around the United States.
CEO/President Gene Pelham said, "There is beautiful wood in those buildings and we figured preserving it for future use would be the 'Green' thing to do."
When Rogue Federal received the opportunity to purchase the land they could not pass it up. The land will be used to relocate their North Medford Offices currently located on Royal Court.
"We have outgrown our current North Medford location and the newly purchased land will allow us to better serve our members and to allow for future growth of the credit union," said Pelham.
The new building tentatively scheduled to open by mid 2009 will be designed using "green" energy efficient methods and techniques.
IU Credit Union Breaks Ground
BOOMINGTON, Ind. — IU Credit Union has recently broken ground on its new Ellettsville Branch.
The approximately 3,300 square-foot branch will have a night depository, a drive-up ATM, and four drive-thru lanes. Janet Chaffin, 17-year manager of the Winslow branch and lifetime area resident, has been named branch manager for the new facility.
A groundbreaking ceremony was well attended by credit union staff and volunteers, as well as prominent Ellettsville community leaders. IUCU will begin construction this month, and plans are to open the doors by the end of the year.
"We are excited about the opportunity to increase not only our presence, but our participation in the Ellettsville community," said IUCU President/CEO Bryan Price.
Bay Federal Branches into Ben Lomond Market
CAPITOLA, Calif. — Bay Federal Credit Union has partnered with Ben Lomond Market to open a new in-store branch.
Ben Lomond Market is a family owned business that has been committed to providing superior shopping experiences for over 60 years.
We are excited about partnering with locally-owned Ben Lomond Market to expand our services to our members in the San Lorenzo Valley," said Bay FCU President/CEO Carrie Birkhofer. "Both Ben Lomond Market and the credit union work to create a friendly neighborhood atmosphere for our customers and members and share a commitment to making a real difference in our local communities."
The new branch will be open six days a week and includes offerings such as a full portfolio of deposit, investments, credit cards, business loans and commercial real estate loans.
NewGround Adds Three Vice Presidents
ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Design/build firm NewGround has recently appointed three new vice presidents.
Jeff Glantz, Scott Randall and Justin Sweetman have joined NewGround to advance the strategic development of the company.
"NewGround is committed to staying at the forefront of new technology, design and retail communications. With the addition of these gentlemen to the NewGround team, the company is well positioned to take advantage of the many new growth opportunities ahead," said Kevin Blair, president/chief operating officer of NewGround.
As vice president of strategic alliances Glantz will develop strategic relationships with companies and associations to enhance NewGround's suite of product and service offerings. He brings over 27 years of experience in serving the financial services industry. Prior to joining NewGround, Glantz was the director of business development for De La Rue.
Randall, named vice president of retail media sales, will lead business development activities for NewGround's Retail Media division in the Northeastern territory of the United States. Randall has over 18 years of experience in developing strategic retail solutions that help clients enhance product and service visibility. Before joining NewGround, he worked for Deluxe Corporation.
As Division Vice President Sweetman will lead business development activities throughout Florida, Georgia, and South Carolina. He specializes in developing effective designs that meet customer and employee needs and enhance the banking experience. Prior to joining NewGround, Sweetman served with DEI Incorporated, and from 1997-2003 he worked with Jim Canton & Associates as a manufacturer representative.
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