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Today, 30% of people in the U.S. participate in some form of public assistance program. While many more are eligible, they do not enroll due to the difficulty of navigating complicated administrative barriers, resulting in missed opportunities for institutions to support the financial health of their customers. 🌟 Starlight's mission is to enhance the financial health of American households by enabling financial institutions to support their members through better access to government benefits and financial assistance. A partnership between Starlight and the $229 million Binghamton, N.Y. based GHS Federal Credit Union has shown that by using Starlight’s embedded platform technology, members can access government benefits in a variety of key categories, including cost of food, healthcare, childcare, utilities, tax credits and unemployment insurance. Learn more about Starlight and read what the GHS Federal Credit Union CEO and President Shawn Wolbert has to say about their successful partnership 👉 https://lnkd.in/gXDtSB8S

Finovate Fall is kicking off this week! 🚀 With such an action-packed agenda, here are some demos you won't want to miss: Today, September 9th: 💸 Union Credit, presented by Co-Founder & CRO, Barry Kirby at 9:40 AM 🌟 Starlight presented by the Co-Founder Shreenath R. at 5:17 PM Tomorrow, September 10th: 🔥 Savvi AI, presented by VP of Customer Success, Rachel Taylor at 10:36 AM 📈 Ascent Platform, presented by Head of Customer, Glen Fossella at 3:14 PM Check out the full agenda here: https://lnkd.in/gSvmUHS

🚨 Exciting News! 🚨 We're thrilled by the announcement that Rippleshot has joined forces with CPI Card Group to enhance fraud protection for financial institutions and consumers. This partnership combines Rippleshot's advanced fraud detection capabilities with CPI's expertise in payment technologies, creating a powerful solution that elevates security and trust in transactions. Together, they are making strides toward a safer, more secure financial landscape. Learn more about this partnership and stay tuned for more updates as they continue to work together to protect what matters most: https://lnkd.in/gUDw5nkb

#ICYMI, our August Fintech Forum was last week! This superstar panel fostered excellent conversation around innovative strategies and practical tips for identifying and mitigating risks, detecting and preventing fraud, and implementing effective risk management protocols. Whether you are a seasoned credit union professional or new to the industry, check out this recording to stay ahead of the curve and strengthen your credit union's defenses against evolving threats. 👉 https://lnkd.in/gMrUVNyH

Are you a #creditunion curious as to what's top of mind for Gen Z, how they're thinking about money, and what it means for financial services? 💸 Check out this whitepaper written by Cornerstone Advisors and Frich Money to learn about top trends taking root with the under-thirties. If you're looking for more, make sure you register for their Thursday, August 22 webinar featuring Mary Wisniewski and Katrin Kaurov: https://lnkd.in/g7WQhKw7

🎉 We're beyond thrilled to congratulate Tanya Van Court, the unstoppable CEO and Founder of Goalsetter, for being honored on the 2024 Forbes 50 Over 50 list! Tanya’s recognition is a testament to her incredible leadership, tenacity, and unwavering commitment to driving change in the financial education space. Her journey is marked by a relentless pursuit of innovation and a deep passion for empowering families across the nation. Tanya, your vision and dedication to transforming wealth in communities and empowering the next generation of savers and investors is truly inspiring. We are immensely proud to know you and have the privilege of working with you and are excited to see the continued impact you'll make in the years to come. Please join us in celebrating Tanya's remarkable achievement and her ongoing mission to create a brighter, more inclusive future for all. #ForbesOver50 #WomenInTech #Fintech #Goalsetter

Join us next Wednesday, August 14th, as we learn innovative strategies and practical tips for identifying and mitigating risks, detecting and preventing fraud, and implementing effective risk management protocols from top industry experts. Whether you are a seasoned #creditunion professional or new to the industry, this webinar will provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to protect your credit union, safeguard your members' assets, and ensure the long-term success of your organization. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve and strengthen your credit union's defenses against evolving threats! Register today 👉 https://lnkd.in/gjxXsuPN

💥 Are you signed up for next Thursday's Discovery2024? Discovery2024 is a TruStage one-day virtual conference that goes beyond surface-level insights, layering visionary outlook over human insights to equip #creditunions for continued growth. Maya Mikhailov, Founder & CEO of Savvi AI, will be joining this year's conference to speak about Embracing AI: Demystifying digital transformation for credit unions, alongside Lamont Black, John Sahagian, and George C.. Check out the agenda here to learn more about Maya's panel, all of the other fantastic sessions offered throughout the day, and to register 👉 https://lnkd.in/gHquG87v

If you’re a #fintech startup looking for advice on how to successfully pitch investors in today’s market, then check out this recent episode of The Fintech Combine Podcast with Mike Kraus and host Kristopher Kovacs. On this episode, you’ll learn about the trends #investors and #creditunions are watching and the role fintechs play in it, as well as valuable insights to take your startup to the next level: https://bit.ly/4eVLsfC

Congratulations to Brian Kaas, President, and Managing Director of TruStage Ventures, named in the Global Corporate Venturing 2024 Powerlist, a guide recognizing influential leaders in the corporate ventures industry. Brian and the TruStage Ventures team joint efforts and dedication have been pivotal in driving the success and ensuring high retention rates for our investors. “I believe in empowering the team. I want to make sure everyone appreciates how important they are to the overall success of our ventures programme. That means treating the team as my colleagues and my partners.” Brian Kaas, President and Managing Director of TruStage Ventures https://bit.ly/3VZbOWC #CVC #Influntialleaders #GCVPowerlist #Powerlist