(As Seen on CUInsight) - Credit unions have long stood out in the financial services space for their commitment to community and people—members and employees alike. In an era defined by rapid technological change, evolving member expectations, and workforce shifts,...
Sarah Farwell
Making Connections: Join Synergent at These 2026 Credit Union Events
Apr 3, 2026 | Blog
Synergent is getting ready to hit the road. Beginning in May and continuing through the months ahead, members of the Synergent team will be attending several credit union conventions and tradeshows across the country. These events offer valuable opportunities to...
Financial Crimes Defender
Mar 30, 2026 | Blog, Fraud, Technology
Fraud is not slowing down: It continues to evolve and accelerate. When it occurs, both members and credit unions pay the price. For every $1 of fraud, financial institutions lose $4.23*, and the Federal Trade Commission has reported nearly $8.8 billion lost to fraud....
3 Questions with Synergent’s Fred Barber as Seen on CUInsight
Mar 11, 2026 | Blog, Education, Fraud, Partners
Synergent's Fred Barber, Vice President of Solutions, was recently interviewed by Greg Michlig, CUInsight's President and CEO. He asked Barber three questions about evaluating and strengthening a credit union's core partnership. Barber discussed key trends in core...
Case Study: Central Maine FCU Rebrand
Mar 10, 2026 | Awards, Blog, Marketing
It’s inevitable: As time passes, markets evolve, member expectations change, and even the strongest credit union brand can become dated. Holding onto an outdated identity can quietly hold an organization back, especially when it no longer reflects who they are today,...
Navigating a Core Conversion: How to Keep Member Experience at the Center
Mar 9, 2026 | Blog, Conversions and Migrations, Core Processing
(As Seen on CUInsight) - A core conversion is one of the most significant and complex initiatives a credit union can undertake. Changing your core processor is a decision that is not made lightly, and is typically made due to a variety of factors, such as to achieve...
2026 Board of Directors Election Results
Mar 3, 2026 | Company News, Leadership
The Maine Credit Union League and Synergent are pleased to announce the results of the 2026 Board Election. Up for appointment this year were the two seats representing “below the median asset size” credit unions—held by Jen Hogan, President/CEO at Community CU and...
From Insights to Impact: Data Strategies for Credit Unions and How a Core Partner Can Help
Feb 10, 2026 | Blog, Core Processing, Data Mining, Partners
(As Seen on CUInsight) - For credit unions, data isn’t just a technical asset; it’s a strategic growth engine. When used intentionally, data insights help credit unions understand their membership more deeply, design better products, create meaningful marketing, and...
Campaign for Ending Hunger Raises Nearly $1.5 Million to Address Food Insecurity
Feb 10, 2026 | Company News, Ending Hunger, Social Responsibility
Campaign for Ending Hunger Surpasses Fundraising Goal Credit union representatives from across Maine gathered in Freeport this week to announce the latest fundraising results of their collaborative Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger, which is Synergent's...
Capital Area Federal Credit Union Renews Core Processing Partnership with Synergent
Feb 10, 2026 | Company News, Core Processing, Partners
Synergent to continue delivering Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing, digital banking and mobile deposit capture to Capital Area Federal Credit Union Synergent® is proud to share that Capital Area Federal Credit Union has renewed its technology agreement, extending a...
Effective Cybersecurity – The CUInsight Network Podcast
Feb 9, 2026 | Blog, Partners, Security, Technology
Steve Torino, Chief Information Security Officer at Synergent, was recently featured on The CUInsight Network Podcast.“Cybersecurity really is just another risk. I think where we complicate it sometimes is in the language we use to talk about it.” - Steve Torino(As...
Strategic Planning
Jan 20, 2026 | Blog, Partners, Strategic Planning
Your credit union’s success depends on clear direction, yet the demands of day-to-day tasks often leave little room for long-term planning. Taking the time to define your credit union’s vision, brainstorm goals, and create a structured plan can set the stage for years...














