{"id":150867,"date":"2026-09-07T15:53:00","date_gmt":"2026-09-07T19:53:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/?p=150867"},"modified":"2026-09-07T15:54:50","modified_gmt":"2026-09-07T19:54:50","slug":"employee-feedback-powers-united-federal-credit-unions-third-consecutive-recognition-as-a-best-credit-union-to-work-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thevalleyledger.com\/?p=150867","title":{"rendered":"Employee Feedback Powers United Federal Credit Union\u2019s Third Consecutive Recognition as a \u2018Best Credit Union to Work For\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"

Employee Feedback Powers United Federal Credit Union\u2019s Third Consecutive Recognition as a \u2018Best Credit Union to Work For\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n

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United Federal Credit Union has been named for a third consecutive year as one of American Banker\u2019s \u2018Best Credit Unions to Work For\u2019.
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ST. JOSEPH, Mich. \u2013 <\/strong>United Federal Credit Union (United) has once again been recognized as one of American Banker\u2019s Best Credit Unions to Work For, earning the distinction for a third consecutive year and highlighting the organization’s ongoing investment in workplace culture, employee engagement, and leadership development.<\/p>\n

The annual awards program recognizes credit unions across the country that excel in creating workplaces built on trust, employee engagement, leadership effectiveness, professional development, and organizational culture. United ranked 22 out of 70 credit unions listed nationwide. Rankings are determined through a comprehensive evaluation that includes both employer practices and direct employee feedback. According to American Banker, the 70 winning credit unions averaged 87% of employees who approved of their employers’ leadership and planning; 89% had positive feelings about their work environment; and 91% said they had good relationships with their supervisors.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects the experiences and voices of our employees,\u201d said Terry O\u2019Rourke, President and Chief Executive Officer of United Federal Credit Union. \u201cAt United, we believe that when people feel valued, supported, and connected to a larger purpose, they do their best work. Being recognized for a third consecutive year is a testament to the culture our team has built together and the leadership commitment to ensuring every employee has an opportunity to grow, be heard, contribute, and succeed.\u201d<\/p>\n

United\u2019s culture is rooted in its practice of building lifelong relationships while creating a workplace where collaboration, innovation, and service thrive. The credit union continues to invest in professional development, leadership growth, employee recognition, flexibility, well-being initiatives, and opportunities for team members to provide feedback and help shape the future of the organization.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur employees’ voices help shape our culture, influence our decisions, and drive continuous improvement across the organization now and into the future,\u201d said William Schirmer, Chief Human Resources Officer at United Federal Credit Union. \u201cWe are committed to fostering an environment where team members feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow both personally and professionally.\u201d<\/p>\n

Over the past year, United has continued to enhance its focus on employee experience through expanded recognition programs, leadership development opportunities, and initiatives designed to strengthen engagement across its multi-state footprint.<\/p>\n

\u201cCulture isn’t created by a single program or initiative. It’s built every day through relationships, trust, and leadership at every level of the organization,\u201d O\u2019Rourke added. \u201cWe are proud of what we’ve accomplished together, but we remain focused on continuously improving and ensuring United continues to be a workplace where talented people choose to build rewarding careers.\u201d<\/p>\n

The Best Credit Unions to Work For program is administered by American Banker in partnership with Best Companies Group and honors organizations that have demonstrated outstanding workplace practices and exceptional employee satisfaction.<\/p>\n

Learn more about career opportunities at United by visiting: https:\/\/unitedfcu.com\/about-us\/careers<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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About United <\/strong><\/p>\n

United Federal Credit Union has served its Members since 1949 by helping them to build a sound financial future. United consists of more than 190,000 Member\/owners worldwide and manages assets in excess of $4.2 billion. Its corporate office and main branch are in St. Joseph, Mich., with additional branches in Arkansas, Indiana, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal opportunity lender. Equal housing lender. For more information visit UnitedFCU.com.<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nDiana Wake<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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