Feb 06, 2020

New Title Sponsor and Community Partner for the Ogden Marathon

For Immediate Release Contact: Sara Mejeur Marketing Manager, GOAL Foundation PH: 801-399-1773 Email: sara@goalfoundation.com Ogden, UT – February 6, 2020 - The GOAL Foundation, producers of the Ogden Marathon, is proud to announce a new title sponsor. America First Credit Union (AFCU) has signed a multiyear contract to be the presenting sponsor of the Ogden Marathon. “2020 is going to be such a special anniversary year for the Ogden Marathon and we couldn’t be more thrilled to partner with America First Credit Union,” said Eric Bauman, Executive Director of the GOAL Foundation. “AFCU is doing wonderful things in our community.…

Feb 04, 2020

America First Credit Union Opens Business Center in Salt Lake City

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SALT LAKE CITY – February 4, 2020 – On the heels of the Silicon Slopes Tech Summit which celebrated Utah’s entrepreneurs, America First Credit Union (AFCU) is opening a Business Center in Salt Lake City to support and champion Utah businesses. The downtown-based center is a hub and resource for business-owning members to find tools, products, services and people that will help them meet their businesses’ dynamic needs. “The collective drive to excel is one of the things I love most about being able to work with the Utah companies, and one of the things that makes…

Feb 03, 2020

America First Credit Union Opens 110th Utah Branch in Murray

Murray, UT – February 3, 2020– America First Credit Union (AFCU) is set to open a new branch on Feb. 3 inside Macey’s grocery store to serve as a convenient option for members and better serve the Murray community. The new branch is located inside Macey’s at 5632 South 900 East, Murray, UT 84121. It will operate from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Saturday. The leading, not-for-profit cooperative financial institution branch will be managed by Shannon Marshall, who has been part of the AFCU team for five years as a teller, receptionist, loan officer, assistant manager and market…

Feb 01, 2020

Guest Commentary: Harnessing the Benefits of Economic Growth

By Glen Olpin, Senior Vice President and Chief Economist The nation's ongoing fiscal recovery has become the longest-running period of American economic growth on record. January was the 127th month of expansion since the Great Recession concluded, far surpassing the previous mark. However, it is also notable that the pace of improvement is the slowest in history. Consumers are leading the way, as our collective confidence is at an all-time high; many are comfortable with increasing their spending and debt levels. Personal income is up from last year, while inflation risk and U.S. unemployment remain low. Utah and Idaho enjoy…

Jan 28, 2020

America First Credit Union Cut Ribbon on Second Idaho Branch in Rexburg

Rexburg, ID – [January 28, 2020] – America First Credit Union (AFCU) celebrated the opening of a new branch in Rexburg with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, January 24. The member-owned credit union is doubling its footprint in the state with its other branch located in Boise. The new branch, which opened on Dec. 16, is located at 510 N 2nd E in Rexburg. The leading, not-for-profit cooperative financial institution branch is managed by Andrew Hadlock who has been part of the AFCU team for three years as a teller, loan officer, lead teller and assistant manager. “I love…

Jan 28, 2020

Volunteers Dedicated to Serving Members

In accordance with America First bylaws, the Board of Directors Nominations Committee has identified four members who will stand for election by acclamation at the credit union’s Annual Meeting on April 21, 2020. After thorough interviews and qualification screenings, the incumbent Board candidates are: Linda K. Carver David M. McKonkie Gil A. Miller James G. Wendler Please join us in congratulating these volunteers, who selflessly give of their time, talent, expertise and experience to enhance the financial well-being of America First members.

Jan 14, 2020

America First Credit Union Announces Extended Partnership with Real Salt Lake

AFCU Becomes Official Credit Union of Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC and Rio Tinto Stadium OGDEN, Utah – (Tuesday, January 14, 2020) – America First Credit Union (AFCU) is proud to announce a long-term extension to its partnership with Real Salt Lake. With the extension, America First Credit Union will become the Official Credit Union of Real Salt Lake, Utah Royals FC and Rio Tinto Stadium, and will also have a significant partnership with the 2019 USL Championship title-winning Real Monarchs and the RSL Youth Development Academy. The partnership extension will provide more exclusive America First Credit Union member-only…

Jan 01, 2020

Volunteer Service Highlights Annual Meeting

In accordance with America First Credit Union bylaws, four members will be elected to three-year terms on our Board of Directors at the Annual Meeting. It is scheduled for 7 p.m. on April 21, 2020 at the David S. Eccles Conference Center in Ogden, Utah. Incumbent volunteers, who serve without compensation, are: Linda K. Carver | Gil A. Miller | James G. Wendler | David M. McConkie Those interested in becoming directors must meet the following minimum standards: Membership in good standing Legal age (18 years or older) Bondable Free from any conflicts of interest Available for all Board of…

Jan 01, 2020

The Principles that Lead to Longevity

By John B. Lund, President and Chief Executive Officer My maternal grandmother lived to be 102, having been born in 1898 and passing away in 2000. Reaching the age of over a century is quite an accomplishment and demonstration in perseverance. Perhaps what interests me most about her amazing life, however, is that she experienced firsthand the entire 1900s. It's extraordinary to think of the world's development during her lifetime. She was there for the first automobiles, airplanes, radios, televisions and more. She ultimately witnessed space travel and men landing on the moon. She experienced years when tremendous advances in…

Dec 16, 2019

America First Credit Union Opens Second Idaho Branch in Rexburg

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE America First Credit Union Opens Second Idaho Branch in Rexburg Rexburg, ID – December 16, 2019 – America First Credit Union (AFCU) is celebrating the opening of a new branch in Idaho on Monday with a new location in Rexburg. The member-owned credit union is doubling its footprint in the state with its other branch located in Boise. The new branch, opening on Dec. 16, is located at 510 N 2nd E in Rexburg. The leading, not-for-profit cooperative financial institution branch will be managed by Andrew Hadlock who has been part of the AFCU team for three…