ST. PAUL, Minn.–Credit unions across the country select new vendors every day across a host of products and services. In addition, various vendors and solutions providers also announce on a near daily basis new offerings.
he CU Daily is launching a regular series that will feature some of the choices credit unions are making as well as what’s being introduced into the market, regardless of product or service, beginning here.
Here’s a look
First Choice Makes Choice in Selecting Dolphin Debit
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.–First Choice Credit Union here has selected Dolphin Debit to replace an ATM.
The organization said that approximately one year ago, First Choice – which provides service to residents of Palm Beach County and federal government employees in Palm Beach and surrounding counties – decided to replace an ATM at the Veterans Administration medical center it serves.
“We knew we needed a new ATM. But we didn’t want to manage the multiple vendors and contracts required to keep the ATM running and compliant,” FCCU CEO Mike Welte said in a statement.
Welte knew of Dolphin Debit from its significant presence in Florida, and reached out. The company was the right choice, according to Weite.
“They take care of everything for us, and they have a complete solution that no one else could present to us.”
He added that Dolphin Debit provides smaller credit unions such as First Choice with the same level of service that it gives to larger clients.
Added Joe Woods, SVP-marketing and partnerships, with Dolphin Debit, “Every client deserves top-tier service, and we make it a point to deliver it, whether they have dozens of ATMs or just one.”
Quadient Again Named to Aspire Leaderboard
MILFORD, Conn.–Quadient, provider of a global automation platform that offers secure and sustainable business connections, is reporting it has maintained its leadership position on the Aspire Leaderboard.
Produced by independent advisory firm Aspire CCS, the Aspire Leaderboard highlights and compares vendors in the customer communications management (CCM) and customer experience management software space, the company said, adding t is updated in real-time as vendors release enhancements and adjust strategies.
Quadient, which said it has been a consistent Leader on the Aspire Leaderboard, recently saw its score increase on “overall strategy” and “ability to execute,” and remains a Leader in 2025 in four market segments of the Leaderboard: AnyPrem CCM Software, Vendor Hosted SaaS CCM, Communications Experience Platform and Interaction Experience Management.
Quadient said it has offered a long-standing trusted CCM solution provider, with its high-performance platform, Quadient Inspire, “enabling organizations of all sizes to design, create and deliver omnichannel on-demand and batch customer communications. Quadient Inspire has transformed the customer experience for thousands of companies worldwide, flexible enough to handle the most complex, high-volume production jobs of regulatory-driven industries while delivering hyper-personalized, dynamic digital interactions across digital and print channels.”
Capital Credit Union Selects Jack Henry
FARGO, N.D.–Capital Credit Union said it has selected Jack Henry to provide it with core technology services. The $800-million Capital Credit Union has more than 32,000 members.
“After experiencing eightfold growth in 18 years, the credit union’s existing core platform could no longer support its long-term growth objectives,” the company said in a statement. “It was crucial for Capital to find a provider that could enhance support and service while also positioning them to meet increased demands related to security and data encryption. The institution was impressed by Jack Henry’s strong reputation as the largest core provider for credit unions over $1 billion in assets and a leader in the $250 million to $1 billion asset segment. Capital Credit Union also valued Jack Henry’s dedication to, and reputation for, exceptional customer service and support.”
‘Thorough & Responsive’
Added CCU CIO Kurt Schmidt in a statement, “Our decision to convert to Jack Henry is an investment in the future of our organization and members. We’re pleased with how thorough, responsive, and efficient the Jack Henry team has been, both from a technical and training perspective. While it’s still relatively early for us in the conversion process, Jack Henry’s user-friendly experience will empower more employees to work directly with the technology in areas important to us. This should help us with competitive differentiators while helping us free up resources that can be used to offer even stronger member benefits and service.”
Blaze CU Makes Investment in DaLand CUSO
ROCKY HILL, Conn.–DaLand CUSO, a provider of financial technology solutions for credit unions, said Minnesota-based Blaze Credit Union has become its second-largest shareholder.
“This strategic partnership strengthens DaLand’s commitment to delivering transformative solutions tailored to the needs of credit unions,” the CUSO said. “Blaze Credit Union joins principal owner St. Cloud Financial Credit Union, along with Altra Credit Union and DaLand employees, in advancing DaLand’s mission to equip credit unions with cutting-edge digital asset solutions and member-centric innovations.”
The $4.5-billion Blaze Credit Union has more than 250,000 members, with DeLand saying its ownership group now represents a collective asset base exceeding $7.2 billion in cumulative assets and over 400,000 members.
“This ownership structure ensures that DaLand’s solutions are built by credit unions, for credit unions—reinforcing the cooperative model and driving long-term industry success,” the company said.
Blue FCU Partners With Lumin for Business Banking
CHEYENNE, Wyo.–Blue Federal Credit Union said it has partnered with Lumin to introduce Blue Business Banking, a digital banking solution designed to “empower businesses with seamless financial management tools.
Blue Business Banking is a comprehensive platform tailored to meet the evolving needs of business owners.”
According to the credit union, through the partnership it will deliver an intuitive and feature-rich banking experience that simplifies financial operations, enhances security, and supports business growth.
According to the organizations, key features of Blue Business Banking include:
- Advanced Digital Banking
- Integrated Payments & Transfers
- Robust Security & Fraud Protection
- Cash Flow Insights & Reporting
Capstone Strategic Helps Achieva Expand Product Line
VIENNA, Va.– Capstone Strategic, Inc. said its continued partnership with Achieva Credit Union has helped the CU to expand into new lines of business and strengthened its position as an industry leader.
“Leveraging Capstone’s proprietary Roadmap to Acquisition process, Achieva has executed a series of strategic acquisitions designed to increase member value and diversify its offerings,” the company said. “As a result, Achieva has expanded into three key markets—Property & Casualty Insurance, Title Insurance, and Medicare Programs—broadening its financial services for members.”
“What started as a transaction advisory engagement evolved into a strategic growth initiative that has transformed Achieva’s service offerings,” John Dearing, partner at Capstone, said in a statement. “Working with Achieva’s team has been a rewarding experience, from exploring CUSO opportunities to identifying acquisition targets and developing Letters of Intent. Their openness to collaboration has been a key factor in our mutual success.”