29 credit unions, along with 12 integrator
partners and sponsors, developed solutions focused on member
innovation
MONETT,
Mo., Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jack
Henry™ (Nasdaq: JKHY) and CU Build recently held
their fourth annual build-a-thon, promoting innovation and
collaboration within the credit union industry.
This year's CU Build in Salt Lake City, Utah, set a new record for
credit unions in attendance. Over three days, 54 participants from
29 credit unions across 26 states joined forces with 12 integrator
partners and sponsors. Teams of credit union and fintech
professionals developed solutions around the theme "Pioneering
Progress," inspired by Utah's
recent Pioneer Day celebration.
During the competition, participants had access
to Jack Henry's Symitar core and additional solutions including
Banno and Data Broker, as well as several fintech providers
including ASA Financial, fiVISION, Libum, Q2, REPAY, Scienaptic AI,
SMA Technologies, SWIVEL, Sycorr, Technivation, Technology Happens,
and Tyfone. Teams were evaluated on aspects like innovation,
functionality, design, scalability, and mission focus. The Best in
Show Award went to 'Trailblazers' for their solution 'Path to
Prosperity,' an AI-powered tool that guides members through
planning, qualifying for, and obtaining mortgage loans.
Brodee Gillam, innovation specialist at
Michigan State University Federal
Credit Union (MSUFCU), was on the winning team. "MSUFCU has
participated in CU Build for years, but this was my first time,"
Gillam said. "I highly recommend this event to anyone who might be
considering it. CU Build empowers participants to explore and test
new ideas in a safe and controlled environment, which helps remove
the barriers to innovation that we often face in our own
environments."
Ashley Douglas, a
programmer analyst at Via Credit Union, was another first-time
participant. She shared her perspective: "CU Build is a challenging
but rewarding way to discover what you're capable of under pressure
and identify areas for improvement. Everyone learns from each other
while solving real-life challenges they may have faced as credit
union members or employees. The time crunch can be intense, but in
the end, it's worth it to push yourself and see what you can
achieve. The resources and support available throughout the event
make it an invaluable learning experience."
Tushar Singh,
software development manager at Chartway Credit Union, was a
returning participant. Singh said, "At CU Build, like-minded
professionals come together to collaborate and innovate in a
high-energy environment for the greater good of the credit union
industry. This is exactly why I keep coming back. I would encourage
others to participate in the future — not only to sharpen their
technical skills and think outside of the box, but to work with
peers to develop solutions that solve real-world member
challenges."
Brad Hickey, chair
of CU Build and manager of application development at American
Airlines Federal Credit Union, commented, "Each year, I am both
inspired and surprised by the solutions that come out of this
event. This year truly underscored the value of combining open
technology with a community of open-minded individuals to create
member-first solutions that make a difference. I'm grateful to all
the participants who brought their best ideas and energy to make
this year's event the most competitive and collaborative yet."
"CU Build is unlike any event. It not only brings
together credit unions but also vendors who might otherwise be
competitors to solve real industry pain points," said Brynn Ammon, president of Credit Union Solutions
at Jack Henry. "This year, we saw teams heavily focused on
financial prosperity for the members. It was interesting to watch
how each team integrated into the Symitar core in unique and
creative ways."
To learn more about how CU Build can help develop
your career, grow your skills, and improve internal proficiencies,
click here. Jack Henry clients can
email info@cubuild.org to take advantage of the solutions
built at the event.
About Jack Henry & Associates,
Inc.®
Jack Henry™ (Nasdaq: JKHY) is a well-rounded financial
technology company that strengthens connections between financial
institutions and the people and businesses they serve. We are an
S&P 500 company that prioritizes openness, collaboration, and
user centricity – offering banks and credit unions a vibrant
ecosystem of internally developed modern capabilities as well as
the ability to integrate with leading fintechs. For more than 48
years, Jack Henry has provided technology solutions to enable
clients to innovate faster, strategically differentiate, and
successfully compete while serving the evolving needs of their
accountholders. We empower approximately 7,500 clients with
people-inspired innovation, personal service, and insight-driven
solutions that help reduce the barriers to financial health.
Additional information is available at www.jackhenry.com.
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