Western Illinois Credit Union, located in Macomb, Illinois, has become the newest owner of West Michigan-based cooperative CUSO, CU*Answers. The $25 million credit union represents approximately 3,200 members and becomes the 134th current CU*Answers credit union owner.
Scott Collins, CU*Answers EVP of national sales said: “Congratulations to Western Illinois Credit Union, another new owner for our 2018 fiscal year! There continues to be a strong desire within credit unions to engage with peers in the collaborative processes offered within a true cooperative business model, such as CU*Answers. They want to exercise their equal voting privilege and direct input for helping set the future leadership and development direction of their technology partner. For most, this represents a unique and uncommon opportunity to actively participate.”