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JACKSON, Miss.—Federal regulators have expanded their massive fraud lawsuit against former Jackson Area Federal Credit Union CEO Leigh Bridges, adding former branch manager Tina Funez as a defendant and alleging she received hundreds of thousands of dollars in benefits funded with money misappropriated from the credit union.

IOWA—Serve Credit Union and First Community Trust, N.A. (FCT) have distributed $18,700 to 11 nonprofit organizations through the credit union’s Charitable Donation Account (CDA), part of its Serve with Purpose community giving initiative.

SAN DIEGO—Cal Coast Credit Union Chief Information Officer Vasu Sambasivam has been recognized as a 2026 Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Leader of Influence by the San Diego Business Journal, which cited his professional achievements and contributions to the community.

KENNEWICK, Wash.—For years, small credit union leaders have walked past stacks of boxes in basements, attics or backrooms, or paid monthly fees for offsite storage units filled with member account statements dating back 40, 50, or even 60 years — records they were afraid to destroy because of confusing regulatory guidance, contends Doug Wadsworth, who adds that burden just got significantly lighter.

Father’s Day is often celebrated with cookouts, phone calls, family gatherings, and heartfelt expressions of gratitude. These traditions matter because they remind us of something fundamental: fathers help shape the character of families, communities, and our nation.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates has named John Bratsakis as its next chief executive officer, selecting the longtime credit union executive following a national search conducted by Sterling | Martin. Bratsakis will assume the role on Aug. 3 and will oversee the organization and its affiliated companies.