JACKSON, Mich.–Junior Achievement of the Michigan Edge recognized American 1 Credit Union as its Corporate Partner of the Year at a Celebration of Achievement Dinner at the Ella Sharp Museum.
The Junior Achievement Corporate Partner of the Year Award recognizes an organization that enhances learning career development, entrepreneurship, and economics, emphasizing personal finance among the youth in their local community. American 1 sponsors multiple Junior Achievement events, including their CEO Challenge, empowering young individuals to build and present a business plan to local business professionals.
“It is an absolute pleasure to empower our local youth toward a healthy financial future,” said Collin Martin, financial wellness manager for American 1. “As we focus on our mission of offering personal everyday banking to our community, we hope to continually teach local youth how to build their financial toolbox to ensure they have the resources for financial success after they complete their educational journey.”
Martin officially joined the Board of Junior Achievement of the Michigan Edge in June of 2023 and has taken on additional responsibility in building financial wellness in his