Credit Unions Across The League’s Footprint Recognized as 2025 Luminaries Finalists

The 2025 Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards celebrate the changemakers elevating the credit union movement. This distinguished program honors individuals and organizations that are championing innovation, advancing financial well-being, and making a lasting impact on members, communities, and the credit union industry as a whole.

Several credit unions and leaders from Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia have been named finalists across multiple categories.

Community Impact – Credit Union (4 Billion Dollars and Up)
• VyStar Credit Union – Jacksonville, Florida
• Suncoast Credit Union – Tampa, Florida

Community Impact – Credit Union (1 Billion Dollars to 4 Billion Dollars)
• USF Federal Credit Union – Tampa, Florida
• Georgia United Credit Union – Duluth, Georgia

Community Impact – Credit Union (1 Billion Dollars and Below)
• Coosa Pines Federal Credit Union – Childersburg, Alabama
• Heritage South Credit Union – Sylacauga, Alabama

Excellence in Marketing – Credit Union (4 Billion Dollars and Up)
• Redstone Federal Credit Union – Huntsville, Alabama
• VyStar Credit Union – Jacksonville, Florida
• Delta Community Credit Union – Atlanta, Georgia

Excellence in Marketing – Credit Union (1 Billion Dollars to 4 Billion Dollars)
• Addition Financial Credit Union – Lake Mary, Florida
• Chartway Credit Union – Virginia Beach, Virginia

Excellence in Marketing – Credit Union (1 Billion Dollars and Below)
• TruEnergy Federal Credit Union – Springfield, Virginia
• BrightStar Credit Union – Hollywood, Florida

Innovation in Technology – Technology Project or Rollout
• VyStar Credit Union – Jacksonville, Florida
• Northwest Federal Credit Union – Herndon, Virginia

Innovation in Technology – Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, or Mobile Banking
• FAIRWINDS Credit Union – Orlando, Florida
• Addition Financial Credit Union – Lake Mary, Florida

Innovation in Technology – Chief Technology Officer or Chief Information Officer of the Year
• Dale Watkins – MAX Credit Union – Montgomery, Alabama
• Anurag Sharma – VyStar Credit Union – Jacksonville, Florida

Rising Star – Credit Union (4 Billion Dollars and Up)
• Joanna Bradley – Suncoast Credit Union – Tampa, Florida
• Lindsey LeWinter – FAIRWINDS Credit Union – Orlando, Florida
• Stephanie Curtis – VyStar Credit Union – Jacksonville, Florida
• Abdul Hussain – Delta Community Credit Union – Atlanta, Georgia

Rising Star – Credit Union (1 Billion Dollars to 4 Billion Dollars)
• Esmeralda Rodriguez – Addition Financial Credit Union – Lake Mary, Florida
• David Feliciano – Gulf Winds Credit Union – Pensacola, Florida

Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony on November 6, at Disney’s Yacht Club Resort.

As the celebration draws near, The League is especially proud to recognize one of our own. Maureen Bock, Senior Vice President of Member Experience, has been named a finalist in the Executive Leadership – Credit Union Leagues and Trade Association category. Her leadership, dedication, and commitment to the credit union movement embody the very spirit of the Luminaries Awards.

The League congratulates Maureen and all of the outstanding finalists for representing Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Virginia on the national stage. You can view all finalists here.