Synergent’s mission is to “help credit unions succeed and improve the financial lives of their members.” In our monthly Employee Spotlight series, we feature one of our dedicated staff members to help you get to know the people who are working as an extension of your...
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Investing in People: Why Continuous Learning Is the Competitive Edge for Credit Unions
Apr 7, 2026 | Blog, Education, Partners
(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,...
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 Holding onto an outdated identity can quietly hold an organization back, especially when it no longer reflects who they are today,...
Employee Spotlight: Chase Pierce, Senior Consultant – Core Conversions and Consulting
Mar 9, 2026 | Blog, Employee Spotlight
Synergent’s mission is to “help credit unions succeed and improve the financial lives of their members.” In our monthly Employee Spotlight series, we feature one of our dedicated staff members to help you get to know the people who are working as an extension of your...
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...
Ocean State Credit Union Selects Synergent for Core Processing and Integrated Services
Feb 24, 2026 | Company News, Core Processing, Partners
Ten-year Jack Henry™ Symitar® core agreement supports credit union’s continued growth and expansion strategy. Synergent® has entered into a ten-year hosted Jack Henry™ Symitar® core processing agreement with Ocean State Credit Union. The credit union also signed...
How Digital Issuance Helps Credit Unions Stay Competitive
Feb 13, 2026 | Blog, Digital Issuance, Payments
Member expectations around payments continue to rise. Whether opening a new account, replacing a lost card, or needing immediate access to funds, today’s members expect speed, convenience, and control. For credit unions, digital issuance is a powerful way to deliver...
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...
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...














