Tara Hudson has been promoted to Assistant Vice President of Member Solutions, Angela Pletcher, Senior Vice President of Enterprise Risk Management, announced recently.

 WARSAW — Stephanie Weldy has been promoted to residential mortgage sales manager at Interra Credit Union. Ron Cannon, vice president of mortgage lending, announced the promotion in a recent news release. She will manage the mortgage sales team and lead in new product and team development strategies, the news release said. Weldy has a vast …read more.

News Release GOSHEN – Jim Kirk has joined Interra Credit Union as a financial advisor. Kirk comes to Interra with over 20 years of financial advising experience. Originally from Ohio, Jim recently moved back to the Midwest and resides in Shipshewana, Indiana with his family.  “I look forward to serving Interra members with their retirement …read more.

GOSHEN — Shaundra Ramer has joined the Interra Mortgage staff as a mortgage loan originator. She will serve members with all types of residential purchase and refinance loans – conventional, construction, FHA and USDA programs, said a news release from Interra. Ramer comes to Interra with over 20 years of mortgage experience alone and over …read more.

GOSHEN — Jason Dewart has been hired as a business development officer at Interra Credit Union, Goshen. In his new position, Dewart will be headquartered at the corporate office in Goshen and will focus on building new business relationships and serving existing members, primarily within Iterra’s eastern and southern footprint. “I look forward to increasing …read more.

Todd Deaton Retires After 42 Years In The Textile Rental Industry WARSAW – Todd Deaton, executive vice president at Wildman has retired after 42 years in the industry this year, according to a news release from Wildman Business Group. His valuable contributions, continued loyalty and dedicated leadership played an integral role in the business and …read more.

GOSHEN — Kyle Revella has been promoted to the position of Business Lender at Interra Credit Union, Goshen, Mike Blosser, Senior Vice President of Commerical Services, announced recently. He will serve members in the Goshen, New Paris, Millersburg, Syracuse, Ligonier and Topeka markets, working out of the corporate office in downtown Goshen, said a news …read more.

GOSHEN — Interra Credit Union is holding its annual Fall Food Drive, beginning Thursday and continuing through Oct. 31. Donations of food, personal care items and monetary gifts will be collected and distributed throughout the five-county area served by the credit union’s 15 offices, reports Karen Steffensen, vice president of community engagement. To get the …read more.

GOSHEN — One in four Americans have no emergency savings. Unexpected expenses can come from a variety of sources – a lost job, illness or injury, a car breakdown or pricey home repair. These are expenses some don’t foresee coming. In a recent Bankrate.com survey of 1,000 adults, just 23 percent of Americans have emergency …read more.

GOSHEN — Two women have been recently promoted at Interra Credit Union, Goshen. Sharon Kirk has been promoted to Assistant Vice-President of Mortgage Lending. In the new role, she is responsible for assisting in the oversight of all aspects of the mortgage process, from application to closing and servicing. Clarissa Lora has joined the Interra …read more.

GOSHEN — Phil Wiens, Angie Pletcher and Joel Richard have been promoted to senior-level positions at Interra Credit Union, Goshen. “With proven records of leadership within the Interra organization, these experienced people will lead teams that are singularly focused on supporting the goals of the credit union to best serve our members,” said Amy Sink, …read more.

GOSHEN — Interra Senior Vice-President of Technology Darrin McLaughlin recently announced that Blair Juarez has been promoted to the position of Assistant Vice-President of Project Management at Interra Credit Union, Goshen. In her new role, Juarez will be responsible for developing and managing credit union initiatives as a key member of the credit union’s growing …read more.

GOSHEN — In the Forbes annual Best-In-State Banks and Credit Unions rankings, Interra Credit Union, headquartered in Goshen, was one of just five credit unions in Indiana to achieve the status in 2019. Of the more than 5,000 credit unions in the country, only 182 made the list nationally. The market research firm, Statista, partnered …read more.

GOSHEN — Candace Gleason has been promoted to the position of Vice-President of Operations Support at Interra Credit Union in Goshen, Darrin McLaughlin, senior vice-president of technology, announced recently. In her new role, she leads a variety of departments that encompass operational support to the credit union and its members. Since Gleason joined the Interra …read more.

INDIANA —  Interra Credit Union is once again sponsoring Shred-it Days for its members. This annual event highlights the importance of proper and safe disposal of information that can compromise accounts or identities of individuals and businesses or organizations.  Located in the parking lot southwest of Interra’s main office in Goshen, the event will be …read more.

GOSHEN — With 25 years of experience in the mortgage industry, Ron Cannon has been hired as the vice-president of mortgage lending at Interra Credit Union, Goshen. In his new role, Cannon leads the growing mortgage department, including sales, operations and servicing. “Ron’s experience, much of it on a national level, promises to enhance Interra’s …read more.

GOSHEN — An hour can be powerful when almost 300 people come together to do good. That’s just what happened at Interra Credit Union’s recent annual staff development day. During Power of the Hour, employees participated in projects to help six different organizations and the clients they serve. Among the project activities, nearly 60 fleece …read more.

GOSHEN —  Interra Credit Union, its staff and members raised almost $45,000 for a variety of agencies across a five-county area during the 25th annual Hometown Giving holiday service project. Another record-setting year, it represents a $3,500 increase over last year. The Hometown Giving project included a corporate donation of $25,000, staff fundraisers added almost …read more.

GOSHEN — At a recent corporate event, Interra Credit Union, Goshen, honored employees with years of service milestone awards, ranging from five to 30 years.  Interra, headquartered in Goshen, Indiana, has assets of more than $1.2 billion. The credit union  serves more than 86,000 members at 15 offices in Elkhart, Kosciusko, LaGrange, Marshall and Noble …read more.

GOSHEN — Interra Credit Union, Goshen, celebrated a major corporate office renovation with a ribbon cutting and community donation, with staff, board members and community guests in attendance. A significant investment was made to accommodate growth, create staffing efficiencies and enhance the member and employee experience. “Both Business Services and Interra Mortgage have realized unprecedented …read more.

GOSHEN — This year marks a milestone in the holiday service project tradition at Interra Credit Union. It is the 25th anniversary of Hometown Giving, providing financial support, hosting events, adopting families and donating wish list items to support organizations that serve those in need throughout a five-county area where Interra offices are located. Last year, …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — When you use a debit or credit card for your holiday shopping, or really any time you shop, it’s important to keep your card security in mind to protect you and your money, advises Tim Vosberg, e-services manager at Interra Credit Union, Goshen. Consider these general tips and precautions: Always keep your card …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Interra Credit Union is once again holding its annual fall food drive through Oct. 31. Donations of food, personal care items and monetary gifts will be collected and distributed throughout the five-county area served by the credit union’s 15 offices. To get the momentum started, Interra employees have been donating items and monetary …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Beware of the many tactics fraudsters and criminals use to obtain personal information and try to access your accounts and, ultimately, try to take your money. “The two types of scams we are seeing most frequently are those in which people are tricked into giving out their online banking credentials and also computer …read more.

SYRACUSE — Syracuse Police Department, along with other law enforcement agencies in Elkhart and Kosciusko counties, are beginning to receive reports from victims of fraud from their Interra accounts. Syracuse Police have received seven reports at this point from victims who have found roughly $500 plus a fee, withdrawn from their Interra accounts from ATMs …read more.

GOSHEN — Jamie Bales has joined Interra Credit Union, Goshen, as regional vice president for commercial services, Mike Blosser, senior vice president/commercial services, announced recently. His office will be located at the new Plymouth Financial Resource Center, and he will serve both commercial and agribusiness members, primarily in Marshall, Fulton, Starke and Pulaski counties and …read more.

GOSHEN — Amy Sink, CEO of Interra Credit Union, Goshen, is the Indiana Credit Union League’s 2017 recipient of the Professional Achievement Award. The presentation was made at the league’s statewide convention in Indianapolis last month. Selected from nominations submitted from credit unions throughout Indiana, the award recognizes professional accomplishments, commitment to the credit union …read more.

KOSCIUSKO — Interra Credit Union, headquartered in Goshen, was recently honored with a Diamond Award, which recognizes outstanding marketing and business development achievements in the credit union industry. The award was presented to Meegan Siegwarth, Interra Vice President of Marketing & Member Experience by the Credit Union National Association Marketing & Business Development Council. CUNA …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY —  The 85th annual meeting of Interra Credit Union was held March 20 in Goshen. Election results and a report of operations that showed a second consecutive year of double digit growth highlighted the session. Culminating a two week member voting period, those casting ballots elected two fellow members to the board of …read more.

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY — An hour can be powerful when 250 people focus on serving local agencies. That’s just what happened at Interra Credit Union’s recent annual staff development day. During “Power of the Hour,” employees participated in projects to help six different organizations. The project activities included making more than 30 fleece blankets for Linus …read more.

INDIANA — Have you made some New Year’s resolutions as we enter 2017?  Among the most popular are those focused on personal finances. The problem is that so many of us embark with the greatest of intentions, but too many of us find they are too hard to keep. However, if you work hard to …read more.

GOSHEN — Interra Credit Union’s 23rd annual Hometown Giving project is in full swing to help a variety of agencies across a six-county area. Several initiatives focus on providing funding, hosting parties for children, shopping for adopt-a-family programs and more. Corporate support of $20,000, combined with staff fundraisers and member involvement, make the project so …read more.

GOSHEN —  Interra Credit Union recently completed its annual Fall Food Drive. Donations of food, personal care items and monetary gifts were distributed throughout the six-county area served by the credit union’s 16 offices. To get the momentum started, Interra employees were offered an incentive to bring in donated items and/or money. Winners were drawn and …read more.

GOSHEN — Interra Credit Union, its staff and members raised more than $5,600 in just a week to support the Riley Children’s Foundation. The fundraiser was a part of the Credit Unions for Kids® Children’s Miracle Network industry initiative. The project started as a suggestion from staff member John Eicher to participate in a one-day …read more.

GOSHEN — The holiday season is an expensive time of year for most consumers. And, it likely includes more than just gifts, with decorations, entertaining and food to pressure your budget. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), American consumers plan to spend an average of $935.58 during this holiday shopping season, up 4 percent from …read more.

UPDATE: William F. Lambert, 58, EMS D22D Lane, Syracuse, was not injured in a one-vehicle accident. The accident occurred at 4:13 p.m. at Interra Credit Union, Syracuse. Syracuse Police report Lambert was parking his truck in the bank’s parking lot when his foot slipped off the brake pedal and fell onto the gas pedal. The …read more.

David Birky and Andy Marshall have been promoted to senior leadership positions at Interra Credit Union, Amy Sink, CEO, announced. “With proven records of leadership within the Interra organization, David and Andy will lead teams that are singularly focused on supporting the goals of the credit union to best serve our members,” Sink said. Birky …read more.

GOSHEN — As part of its commitment to the communities served by Interra Credit Union and investment in education, $9,000 in scholarships were recently awarded throughout the service area. The scholarships are awarded through Dollars for Scholars or other programs that provide scholarships within the local schools. Graduating seniors from the following high schools were …read more.

GOSHEN — Two agribusiness lenders from Interra Credit Union, Goshen, Jeremy Bender and Seth Thompson, recently graduated from the University of Missouri Agricultural Lending School. The weeklong program provided in-depth training in agricultural finance and focused on providing the knowledge and tools to make good loan decisions in today’s marketplace. A wide range of topics …read more.

WARSAW — Interra Credit Union, Goshen, announced the hiring of Robert Spencer, Warsaw, as the vice president of mortgage lending. With almost 20 years of industry experience in a variety of capacities, he is responsible for all aspects of mortgage lending, including origination, underwriting and closing. “Our focus is in helping Interra’s members reach their …read more.

GOSHEN — No one wants to be a victim of identity theft. While it’s virtually impossible to eliminate the risk, there are many steps you can take, however, to protect yourself. “It starts with three things,” advises Martha Packer, loss prevention and security officer at Interra Credit Union. “Carefully protect your social security number, financial …read more.

By KAREN STEFFENSEN Vice President of Communications and Community Engagement, Interra Credit Union GOSHEN — Election results and a report of double digit growth in 2015 highlighted the Interra Credit Union annual meeting, which was held March 21. Culminating a two week voting period, Interra members elected three fellow members to the board of directors and one …read more.

ETNA GREEN — The grand opening celebration at Interra Credit Union’s new Etna Green office will be held Friday and Saturday, March 11 and 12.