TAMPA, Fla.–USF Federal Credit Union has been named as the 2016 Credit Union of the Year by the League of Southeastern Credit Unions & Affiliates in the $500 million in assets or above category.
The award recognizes credit unions that have made significant contributions to the development and growth of the credit union movement in the Alabama and Florida regions.
USF FCU was recognized for a number of noteworthy events in 2015, including merging in Darden Employees Federal Credit Union, and creating two brands (Darden Credit Union and Red Lobster Credit Union) as divisions of USF FCU. It was also recognized for its impressive lending results, renovation of the Marshall Student Center branch, its executive internship program, and participation in advocacy initiatives.
USF President and CEO Richard Skaggs expressed gratitude to the employees whose commitment made this achievement possible. A celebration will take place in July to recognize all credit union staff for this accomplishment.
USF Federal Credit Union, which serves the University of South Florida, was chosen from more than 30 nominees for the LSCU Award. Award recipients are selected by the LSCU Awards Committee, which is comprised of representatives from LSCU member credit unions with a focus on credit union and community improvement.