All One Credit Union, on behalf of the Cooperative Credit Union Association, Inc., is pleased to announce the 2018 College Scholarship Program. College bound students have the opportunity to be the recipient of one of six (6) $1,500 scholarships being awarded in 2018. For pertinent information, eligibility requirements and to download an application click here. Best of luck to all our applicants!
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All One Credit Union donates warm clothing
All One Credit Union donated a variety of winter coats, gloves and hats to the Shalom Neighborhood Center to be distributed to residents of Puerto Rico and USVI. The request to participate in the “We got you covered” winter drive was to assist those who have been displaced and relocated due to being severely impacted by hurricane Maria.
Left to right: Danielle Rivera, LCU; Karina Wallace, SNC; Barbara Mahoney SVP, LCU
About Shalom Neighborhood Center: The Shalom Neighborhood Center (SNC) opened in 2010 and functions as the social action branch of the Christian Community Church or Iglesia Cristiana de la Comunidad. The center is a nonprofit organization focused on helping and advocating for the immigrant and refugee populations in Worcester, MA.
Kristen DiMeco joins All One Credit Union
All One Credit Union announces that Kristen DiMeco has joined the Credit Union as Branch Manager. She will be responsible for managing the member service team and for the daily branch operations at the Clinton office. DiMeco has worked in the financial services industry for over 14 years. Her experience includes staff development, consumer lending, loan origination and relationship management.
DiMeco is an active member of the Worcester Chamber of Commerce. She is currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration at Nichols College and has received Branch Manager Certification from the Massachusetts Bankers Association. DiMeco and her family reside in Clinton.
Joyce G. Leger appointed to All One Credit Union Board of Directors
LEOMINSTER, MA – The Board of Directors of All One Credit Union recently voted to appoint Joyce G. Leger as a Director. Leger’s appointment results from the vacancy on the Board due to the retirement of former Chairman Anthony Gasbarro.
“We are delighted to have Joyce join the LCU Board of Directors. She and her family have a long history in the local community, and as the daughter of one of LCU’s founders, she has a very personal tie to the Credit Union,” said Michael J. Sauvageau, Chairman of the Board. “We will look to Joyce to offer a fresh perspective on what today’s consumers want from their fina
ncial institution.”
Prior to her appointment to the Board, Leger served on the LCU Advisory Committee. She also volunteers her time with several organizations. Her previous activities include working with the Montachusett Interfaith Hospitality Network, and she co-chaired the Summer Experience of Greater Lowell. She currently serves on the board of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lowell.
“Three generations of my family were born and raised in Leominster. I am very excited about the opportunity to be more involved in my home town,” Leger commented. “My father, Nick Gorgoglione, was a founder of LCU. I feel that joining the LCU Board offers me a way to both carry on his legacy, and to give back to the local community.”
Leger is the Director of Human Resources at Lantheus Medical Imaging, Inc. in Billerica, MA. She holds a BA from the College of the Holy Cross and an MA from the University of Baltimore.
All One Credit Union Named Credit Union of the Year by the Cooperative Credit Union Association
LEOMINSTER, MA – All One Credit Union was named Credit Union of the Year at the 2017 Cooperative Credit Union Association Annual Meeting and Convention. The CCUA represents credit unions in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Delaware.
LCU also received two additional awards. It was recognized with the Excellence in Advocacy award for its outstanding work with the communities it serves. This award is presented to credit unions that go above and beyond in advocacy and educational outreach in support of credit unions.
The third award for Young Professional of the Year was given to Kathy Hurley, HR Generalist at LCU. This award recognizes the outstanding work of young professionals within the credit union industry. Hurley was recognized for her dedication to the business, including her development of the LCU employee wellness programs, as well as her efforts supporting the needs of employees and the overall business.
“We are honored to have been recognized as the 2017 Credit Union of the Year, and for winning an Advocacy award as well as a Young Professional of the Year award,” said LCU President & CEO John J. O’Brien. “These awards are a great example of our employees working together to improve the financial well-being of our members and to further the credit union cause through our support of our local communities.”
Front Row (L-R), Joyce LaFleur, Director; Nancy Graves, Assistant Treasurer.
Middle Row (L-R), John O’Brien, President & CEO ; Giulio Greco, Clerk; Joseph Quintal, Director; Michael Sauvageau, Chairman of the Board; Richard Sheppard, Vice Chairman; Amedeo Bilotta, Director.
Back Row (L-R), Andrew Cousins, Treasurer; Henry Kulik, Director.
(L-R) Barbara Mahoney, SVP Human Resources; Kathy Hurley, HR Generalist;
John O’Brien, President & CEO.
All One Credit Union Holding Two Free Homebuyers Seminars
Leominster, MA –All One Credit Union is holding two free homebuyers’ seminars in October. The Fresh Start Mortgage Seminar will be held on Wednesday, October 18 and a First Time Homebuyers Seminar on Wednesday, October 25. Both will be held at LCU headquarters, 18 Adams Street, Leominster from 6:00pm – 7:30pm.
The Fresh Start Mortgage seminar will address the specific needs of prospective homebuyers who either have a lack of credit or have had past credit issues. Experts in all areas of budgeting, credit, mortgage, and legal will be present to help attendees. Participants will learn to create a budget, address their credit issues, and determine the steps needed for home ownership. To register for this seminar visit http://bit.ly/freshstart1017
According to Matt Dufault, AVP of Mortgage Origination at LCU, “Situations such as a job loss, bankruptcy, foreclosure, divorce, or illness can ruin your credit and your ability to buy a home. These situations have become prevalent due to the economic conditions over the past several years. We’ve seen a number of applicants who once had an excellent credit rating who have found themselves in the unfamiliar position of struggling to get approved for a mortgage loan because of an unusual circumstance or one-time event.”
Dufault also stated, “There was a time when a bankruptcy or other similar circumstance meant a person would not be able to obtain financing for several years. LCU’s Fresh Start Mortgage Program was designed for people who are getting back on their feet following a negative financial event.”
The First Time Homebuyer’s seminar will have a team of real estate experts including a realtor, attorney and financing professionals present the program. Topics will include ‘Are you ready to by a home?’ ‘Finding Your Dream Home,’ ‘Obtaining Financing,’ and ‘The Closing Process.’ Attendees will learn about the costs associated with homeownership, how your credit affects your options, making an offer and negotiating the price, the inspection process, and closing. To register for this seminar visit http://bit.ly/FTHB1017
LCU has programs available for not only for first time home buyers, but for any buyer who needs help getting mortgage-ready. Borrowers may be able to qualify for a mortgage much sooner than they expected.
