Beating out 750 other financial institutions, Mountain AmericaCredit Union has been named LPL Financial’s 2011 investment programof the year.

The $2.9 billion credit union in West Jordan, Utah wasrecognized for its advisor production, assets under management andadvisory growth. As of the first quarter of 2011, LPL rankedMountain America as its fifteenth highest producer overall andthird among credit unions, according to the cooperative.

“To be recognized as the best out of 750 investment programs isa tremendous honor. It goes to show that with the right tools inplace -- the support of senior management, a fantastic serviceculture and solid hiring practices -- and a focus on our members’financial well-being, it’s possible to build a strong investmentsprogram,” said Matthew Clark, Mountain America’s vice president offinancial services.