CSE Federal Credit Union

?? Did You Know...? Your Voice Matters at Our Annual Meeting! Our annual meeting isn’t just a tradition—it’s an opportunity for our members to be heard! Here’s why it’s important: ? Members Have a Vote! Every member has an equal say in electing our volunteer board of directors—no matter your account balance. ? Stay Informed! Members get updates on our financial performance & future plans. ? Build Community! We love connecting with fellow members, staff, and leadership. ? CSE’s Annual Meeting is coming up on Saturday, April 5, 2025. To learn more about our Annual Meeting, Board of Directors Election, how members can vote, or other information, visit: https://lnkd.in/e4_gSq6F

Big News! ?? For the second year in a row, we’re proud to be named one of America’s Best Credit Unions by Newsweek! ?? This recognition reflects our commitment to putting people first as we work towards our mission of enhancing the financial well-being of all our members. ? We're thankful to have the best team members who make this possible every day! #Americasbestcreditunions #newsweek #creditunion #peoplehelpingpeople

We are honored to be featured in Forbes & Fortune as one of Ohio’s leading credit unions! ?? ? At CSE Federal Credit Union, we put people first—from small loans that help families with daily expenses to financial education programs that empower our members. Our commitment to community, service, and excellence is what drives us every day. ? Thank you to our amazing members and dedicated team for making this possible! ? Check out the full feature to see how we’re making a difference. #CSEFederalCreditUnion #ForbesFeature #PeopleFirst #FinancialWellness #CreditUnionProud #PeopleHelpingPeople

This Valentine’s season, we’re spreading the love by highlighting a few of the amazing individuals who make our credit union so special. ?? Time to celebrate New Roles and Team Members! We’re thrilled to share some exciting updates happening here at the credit union! Please join us in welcoming our newest staff members and celebrating the growth within our team: ?? Amari N. – Amari joins the Canton branch team as a Teller. We’re delighted to have her as part of our front line for members! ?? Dora G. – Congratulations to Dora on her promotion from Contact Center Representative to a mentorship role. Her expertise and guidance will inspire others to grow! ?? Jacki R. – Kudos to Jacki on transitioning from the Canton front desk to Teller at the same branch. We’re excited to see her flourish in her new role! ?? Jen M. – A warm welcome to Jen, our new Loan Officer at the North Canton branch. We’re excited to see her help members achieve their financial goals. ?? Lauren H. – Heading from the Teller line to a Member Service Representative role at our Canton office, Lauren is excited to learn & help members with accounts! ?? Whitney H. – Say hello to Whitney, who joins us as a Teller at the North Canton branch. Her friendly energy will brighten every transaction! We’re so proud of the incredible talent within our credit union family and can’t wait to see how these team members continue to grow and make an impact. #EmployeeSpotlight #TeamGrowth #CreditUnionFamily

Scholarships can make a big difference in helping students afford college. CSE is proud to offer another year of scholarship opportunities to CSE members who are planning to attend college in the Fall of 2025. With our 6th?Annual Barnes Family Educational Scholarship, we will be awarding $10,000 to four (4) winners of $2,500 each.? ? Here’s how it works: ???If you’re a CSE member planning to attend college or a trade school education this fall, we want to hear YOUR story. ???Submit a short video that answers this year’s theme (click the link below for details!). ???Winners will earn scholarships to make that tuition bill a little less daunting.? ? Ready to start your journey toward college AND show the world what you’ve got? Visit our website to learn more and apply before March 3rd!????Pro Tip: Have fun with your video! Whether it’s heartfelt, humorous, or packed with personality, let your unique voice shine. ? https://lnkd.in/gkmn8HtV

If your 2025 resolution is to keep learning and growing, we’ve got the perfect place to start: CSE's Educational Blog! ?? From tips to build smarter financial habits to insights that make managing your money a breeze, our blog is your one-stop shop for knowledge and empowerment. ?? Ready to dive in? Start exploring here ?? https://lnkd.in/ghUNaUxp Let’s make this the year of informed choices, financial growth, and achieving those big goals—together! #FinancialWellness #NewYearLearning #CreditUnionCommunity #CSECreditUnion

As the year comes to a close, here’s a look at what we’ve been up to recently! From supporting our members’ financial goals to giving back to the community, we’re proud of everything we’ve accomplished together in 2024. Thank you for being a part of our credit union family, and here’s to even more growth and success in the new year! ?? Financial Education Efforts: ? We held our first Career Day with MentorStark which gave students an inside look at the careers to be had at the credit union. ? Established a partnership with the SAFY foster care program to provide financial education to their foster kids and foster families. ? Provided financial education to CBI (Career-Based Intervention) class at McKinley High School and Perry High School’s Business class. ? Partnered with Stark County Minority Business Association, and Stark County Urban League, to provide financial education and resources to its members. ? Presented to students in the Kent State University “Rising Scholars Program”, the Stark County Community Action Agency “Summer Program”, the National Center for Urban Solutions (NCUS) “Job Readiness Program”, Canton City “Simply Youth Summer Youth Employees” and EN-RICH-MENT “Program for the Arts in the Urban Community” ? Our financial counselor is actively assisting 85 members on their journey to financial success Community Events: ? Served 498 members KONA Ice at our Summer member appreciation days. ? Sponsored the SMHA (Stark Metro Housing Authority) Back-to-school backpack event + bike giveaway ? Volunteered at The Salvation Army’s Back-to-School backpack event, Gibbs Elementary School Halloween Party, and continued seasonal cleanup of the Stark Parks’ West Branch Trail. ? Sponsored the Canton Chamber’s yStark Young Professional Conference ? Worked with the Aultman Foundation and their Geriatric programming to help supply games/other resources to help their Alzheimer’s and Dementia patients. ? Sponsored the following events: The Pro Football Hall of Fame HBCU Weekend Family Block Party and 5th Quarter, Compassion Delivered’s annual gala, ‘She Elevate’s’ awards and annual gala, Leila Green’s Education Council 50th anniversary fundraiser and scholarship program ? Had booths at events such as Canton Towers (for tenants), Canton City Schools’ Hispanic Heritage event to support Hispanic Heritage Month, and Perry High School’s second Career Exploration Fair.

? From Then to Now: A Story of Growth and Progress Reflecting on our journey not only this year but all the years past, we're filled with gratitude and pride for how far we've come. The first two photos take us back to 2002, capturing a milestone moment—our inaugural board meeting at the remodeled Market Avenue office in downtown Canton. It was more than just a remodel; it began a new chapter at the building that served as our headquarters for over 20 years. ? Fast forward to October 2024, and our recent photos showcase another significant moment—our first board meeting in our brand-new operations center. This space is more than a building; it's a testament to our growth, a symbol of innovation, and a commitment to serving our members and employees with excellence. ? Here's to honoring the past, celebrating the present, and embracing a bright future together! #GrowthJourney #CommunityFirst #InnovationInAction

It’s time for another round of – employee highlights ?? First, we’d like to welcome two new staff members to the team. Richard L. who is new in our Lending Contact Center, as well as Julie N. who you can soon see as a Teller at our North Canton branch! Next, we have a big congrats to Brittany R., who has been a loan officer here at CSE for many years, and her passion for helping members has moved her up to center loan underwriting. As well as Mikayla D. who has begun a role as a teller mentor at our Lake Cable branch! Finally, there’s Michael D. who has transitioned from being face-to-face at the Meyers Lake help desk to now serving members by phone in our contact center. Congrats to our awesome team on their new roles!

This afternoon, members of CSE’s team and the Ohio Credit Union League, had the pleasure of meeting with Fred Moore, a staff assistant for Congressman Michael Rulli's office. Between catching up on what CSE is doing in the community and hearing what the Congressman is working on in DC, we had an excellent chance to advocate for legislation that enables credit unions like CSE to continue to serve our members with fair, affordable and relevant financial products and services. Thank you, Fred and Congressman Rulli, for taking some time to have positive conversations about our community.