By Rich Syme, Executive Vice President & Contact Center Delivery, Product Management It's a bit cliché, but to say technology evolves quickly might be the understatement of the century. In my role overseeing our digital services, I can see this transformation up close. It's incredible and, honestly, a little overwhelming just how rapidly change comes to the ways in which we engage with the world and each other. Of special importance to me is the effect such advancement has on day-to-day money management. A central goal is empowering America First members, providing them with the ability to handle their finances in…

By Rex Rollo, Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer Through July, America First achieved double-digit growth in both assets and deposits, generating earnings that elevated the credit union's net worth to exceed 150% of well-capitalized regulatory requirements. In total, assets of more than $11 billion make us Utah's largest credit union and the ninth most substantial in the nation, with 128 branches in Utah, Nevada, Arizona and Idaho. We at America First are privileged to have increased liquidity and an improved efficiency ratio. Such figures for the first six months of 2019 are indeed notable for any financial institution. What sets…

By John B. Lund, President and Chief Executive Officer Last month marked the 75th anniversary of the World War II D-Day invasion on the beaches of Normandy, France. This historic event has always been of deep personal interest. As a young boy, I remember my father telling me about his brother, who at the age of 20 lost his life during the siege at Omaha Beach. I clearly sensed how much he missed his big brother, who was described as handy, someone who loved working on his cherished car, and always a joy to be around. Back then, I knew…