Growth strategies

As the industry relies more on digital products, credit unions are looking for ways to update their financial literacy programs to become more interactive and reach a broader audience.

From recognition as a top workplace to giving back to nonprofits and making a difference for those in need, here's another round-up of credit union community news.

The company will pay $64 million in cash and stock for First Beeville Financial.

The Connecticut regional bank will pay $327 million for the parent of Belmont Savings Bank.

Nearly all banks need more fee income, and many have extra cash for investing in growth. Some have started buying up wealth management firms, while others have decided to pare back and specialize.

The Florida company will have more than $16 billion in assets, along with increased scale in Georgia, when it buys National Commerce.

The New York-based credit union has returned more than $7.6 million to members since 2003.

The majority of credit unions are run by women, according to a recent study, but that positive news doesn't paint the full picture.

Heartland BancCorp received the funds through a private placement to invest in several possible expansion options.

From digital assistants and new branching strategies to revamped hiring processes and improved cybersecurity, these are the winners of the 2018 Best Practices Awards.