Credit unions

The Brunswick, Georgia, credit union has hired Mary Jenrette, who was most recently senior vice president of private wealth management at the bank.

Bank lobbyists are once again calling on Congress to reexamine credit unions’ tax-exempt status, this time citing the proliferation of bank acquisitions by credit unions. So far, their pleas have gone largely ignored.

While most financial institutions have been focused on upgrading their digital channels, Andrews Federal Credit Union in Maryland listened to its customers and modernized its newest branch. Among the new features are video teller machines, touch screens offering online and mobile banking tutorials and a game area for children.

Daniel Baines is stepping down after 40 years in the Michigan credit union's top role. He will be succeeded by Joseph Heintskill, its chief financial officer.

Car sales are booming, but credit unions are financing fewer purchases of new vehicles as borrowers migrate to digital channels.

The National Credit Union Administration granted approval to expand its charter and membership to Baltimore City and the counties of Baltimore, Carroll, and Harford, Maryland.

On Mar. 31, 2021. Dollars in thousands.

On Mar. 31, 2021. Dollars in thousands.

Eric Brubaker is leaving after 25 years with the organization. Executive vice president Carrie Iafrate was named his successor.

Harold Dixon will leave the role after 24 years at the Santa Fe credit union. Andy Ramos, senior vice president at Redwood Credit Union in California, will succeed him.