Mountain America Credit Union

Mountain America Credit Union Partners with ASU Sun Devil Club to Donate Shoes to Gilbert Elementary

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
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GILBERT, Ariz., April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain America Credit Union recently partnered with Arizona State University (ASU) Sun Devil Club to provide new Adidas shoes to students at Gilbert Elementary in Gilbert, Arizona. The “Big Shoe Day” event was held on April 9, 2024, at the school. Mountain America representatives were joined by Sparky the Sun Devil to distribute over 300 pairs of shoes. The shoes were provided through a $15,000 contribution to the Sun Devil Club from Mountain America.

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  • GILBERT, Ariz., April 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain America Credit Union recently partnered with Arizona State University (ASU) Sun Devil Club to provide new Adidas shoes to students at Gilbert Elementary in Gilbert, Arizona.
  • The shoes were provided through a $15,000 contribution to the Sun Devil Club from Mountain America.
  • “We’re thrilled to collaborate with Mountain America Credit Union and the ASU Sun Devil Club for this impactful endeavor,” said Theresa Dootson, executive director at Gilbert Education Foundation (GEF).
  • “Community involvement is deeply meaningful for us at GEF, and we thank the Sun Devil Club and Mountain America Credit Union for their generous support of students at Gilbert Elementary School.”
    With this donation, Mountain America has donated more than $46,000 to the Sun Devil Club for scholarships, community programs, and more.

Mountain America Credit Union ranked in the Top 5 Nationally by USA Today Top Workplaces 2024

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
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SANDY, Utah, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain America Credit Union recently celebrated being recognized among USA Today’s Top Workplaces of 2024. Selected exclusively on employee feedback collected through the Energage employee engagement survey, Mountain America emerged in the top five among employers with over 2,500 employees.

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  • SANDY, Utah, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain America Credit Union recently celebrated being recognized among USA Today’s Top Workplaces of 2024.
  • Selected exclusively on employee feedback collected through the Energage employee engagement survey, Mountain America emerged in the top five among employers with over 2,500 employees.
  • “Our employees are the heartbeat of Mountain America, and we celebrate this accomplishment,” said Sterling Nielsen, president and chief executive officer at Mountain America Credit Union.
  • As the only credit union featured in the top five, Mountain America continues a long-standing reputation for excellence within the financial services industry.

Mountain America Credit Union and Idaho Falls Spud Kings Partner to Keep Kids Warm

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain America Credit Union recently partnered with the Idaho Falls Spud Kings to donate $7,500 to Operation Warm based on the number of goals the hockey team made during the 2023–2024 season. This donation was made possible through the credit union’s ongoing support of the Idaho Falls Spud Kings.

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  • IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain America Credit Union recently partnered with the Idaho Falls Spud Kings to donate $7,500 to Operation Warm based on the number of goals the hockey team made during the 2023–2024 season.
  • This donation was made possible through the credit union’s ongoing support of the Idaho Falls Spud Kings .
  • During the final home game on March 21, 2024, Daeson Rueckert, regional manager of member services at Mountain America Credit Union, presented a check for $7,500 at the Mountain America Center in Idaho Falls.
  • In October 2023, Mountain America volunteers gathered with representatives from the Spud Kings and the Mountain America Center to give away over 400 coats to A.H. Bush Elementary School students in Idaho Falls.

Mountain America Credit Union Ranked Top Small Business Lender in US for 20 Consecutive Years

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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SANDY, Utah, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Callahan & Associates, a leader in providing credit unions with actionable data for making decisions that positively impact members, recently released its list of Top Small Business Lenders. Mountain America Credit Union was ranked the No. 1 small business credit union lender for Small Business Administration (SBA) loans in the country. Mountain America has received this recognition 20 years in a row.

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  • Mountain America Credit Union was ranked the No.
  • 1 small business credit union lender for Small Business Administration (SBA) loans in the country.
  • With no prior experience building a dance studio, Luke turned to the small business lending experts at Mountain America Credit Union.
  • “I couldn’t be happier with my choice to go there.”
    In addition to being the nation’s top credit union SBA lender, Mountain America offers a variety of financial resources and options to small business owners.

Utah Business Magazine Recognizes Sterling Nielsen as One of Utah’s 2024 Top CEOs

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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SANDY, Utah, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At an award ceremony earlier today, Sterling Nielsen, president and CEO of Mountain America Credit Union, was recognized by Utah Business Magazine as one of Utah’s 2024 CEOs of the Year.

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  • SANDY, Utah, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At an award ceremony earlier today, Sterling Nielsen, president and CEO of Mountain America Credit Union, was recognized by Utah Business Magazine as one of Utah’s 2024 CEOs of the Year.
  • Nielsen’s tenure as CEO at Mountain America is distinguished by his unique approach, blending values-based growth, innovative risk-taking, and conservative financial management.
  • “Working with Sterling Nielsen has been an incredible journey," says Scott Burt, Mountain America Credit Union board chair.
  • For more information about Utah Business Magazine, please visit https://www.utahbusiness.com/

Mountain America Credit Union Partners with Operation Warm to Donate Shoes to Local Children

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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The shoes were distributed to children by representatives of OWCAP, Mountain America, and Operation Warm.

Key Points: 
  • The shoes were distributed to children by representatives of OWCAP, Mountain America, and Operation Warm.
  • Operation Warm is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing warmth, confidence, and hope for children in need—through the gift of coats and shoes.
  • Since 2019 Mountain America has donated 5,000 coats and 3,000 shoes through their partnership with Operation Warm.
  • “At Mountain America Credit Union, we believe in the power of collaboration to make a meaningful impact in our community,” shares Nathan Anderson, chief operating officer at Mountain America Credit Union.

Mountain America Credit Union Partners with Boise State Athletics to Support St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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BOISE, Idaho, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Mountain America Credit Union recently donated $12,500 to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital. This donation was made possible through the credit union’s ongoing support of athletic programs at Boise State University (BSU).

Key Points: 
  • BOISE, Idaho, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain America Credit Union recently donated $12,500 to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital .
  • This donation was made possible through the credit union’s ongoing support of athletic programs at Boise State University (BSU).
  • “Community service is integral to our core values, and Mountain America is proud to support St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital,” said Sterling Nielsen, president and chief executive officer at Mountain America Credit Union.
  • “We are truly appreciative for Mountain America Credit Union’s continued support of St. Luke’s!

Mountain America Credit Union Donates $18,000 to the American Red Cross of Utah

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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PROVO, Utah, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Since 2018, Mountain America Credit Union has made annual contributions to the American Red Cross of Utah.

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  • PROVO, Utah, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Since 2018, Mountain America Credit Union has made annual contributions to the American Red Cross of Utah.
  • This amount was presented on March 9, 2024, reflecting the collaborative efforts between Mountain America and BYU Athletics.
  • The American Red Cross will use the funds to assist Utah communities in preparing for, preventing, and responding to emergencies, including house fires.
  • For more information about the American Red Cross and BYU's community involvement, please visit

Mountain America Partners in Building the New Ronald McDonald House

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
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The Leading with Love campaign is a significant fundraising effort that demonstrates Mountain America’s continued commitment to the vision and mission of RMHC.

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  • The Leading with Love campaign is a significant fundraising effort that demonstrates Mountain America’s continued commitment to the vision and mission of RMHC.
  • “We are honored to partner with Ronald McDonald House Charities to support the Ronald McDonald Family Room at the new Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital in Lehi,” said Sterling Nielsen, president and CEO of Mountain America Credit Union.
  • In fact, this Ronald McDonald Family Room is the fourth Ronald McDonald Family Room program located directly inside Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospitals.
  • For more information about Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Intermountain Area, please visit: https://www.rmhcslc.org/
    For more information about the new Miller Campus of Primary Children’s Hospital, please visit: https://intermountainhealthcare.org/primary-childrens/about/lehi-campus

Mountain America Credit Union Pioneers Multicultural Engagement with Appointment of New Director

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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SANDY, Utah, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain America Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Tarazon as the director of multicultural engagement. This groundbreaking new role reflects the organization’s commitment to fostering inclusivity and reaching underserved and underbanked communities across its six-state footprint.

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  • SANDY, Utah, Jan. 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mountain America Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Tarazon as the director of multicultural engagement.
  • Mountain America is dedicated to providing equal access to financial resources, education, and proven financial products and services.
  • “We are thrilled to add a director of multicultural engagement to our team to help empower diverse and underserved communities,” said Sharlene Wells, senior vice president of public relations and organizational communication at Mountain America Credit Union.
  • Tarazon’s appointment as the director of multicultural engagement at Mountain America Credit Union marks a significant milestone in the credit union’s ongoing efforts to reach and serve diverse and underserved communities effectively.