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Summit Credit Union Named to Newsweek’s America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2025

January 7, 2025 Madison, Wisc. – Summit Credit Union, a member-owned financial cooperative, announced today that it is recognized, for the second consecutive year, as one of America’s Best Credit Unions 2025 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. America’s Best honor is awarded to financial institutions that have demonstrated financial health, operational performance, and metrics pointing toward long-term stability.

“We are incredibly proud to be recognized as one of the best credit unions in the country,” said Summit Credit Union CEO & President Kim Sponem. “We are particularly dedicated to helping women and their families secure a strong future through a dedicated team delivering proven financial wellness techniques, value and earning our members’ trust.”

Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group recognized top regional banks and credit unions in the United States, by conducting a large-scale study based on the analysis of over 9,000 institutions, more than 70,000 customer surveys and millions of social media reviews.

“Regional banks and credit unions are the financial backbone of communities nationwide as they support small businesses, fund local projects and ensure easy access to essential banking services. Newsweek and market-data research firm Plant-A Insights are proud to introduce “America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2025,” highlighting companies utilizing a community and customer-centric approach to make a big financial impact in their neighborhoods.” said Newsweek Global Editor in Chief Nancy Cooper.For more information, visit www.summitcreditunion.com or call 608-243-5000 or 800-236-5560. You might also be interested in Summit Credit Union helps Wisconsin families achieve homeownership with up to $10K in down payment assistance... Summit Credit Union’s President and CEO Kim Sponem was recently featured on the Women of Community Banking podcast... Summit welcomed thousands of members and their families to Warner Park for its annual Summit Fest, blending its official Annual Meeting of the Membership... Summit Credit Union names Mike McCoy Chief Commercial Officer to advance commercial banking and support Wisconsin businesses... With $87 million in member benefits, Summit Credit Union remains the nation’s #1 credit union for Return of the Member... Summit Credit Union partners with LOVB Madison Volleyball to empower women athletes and advance equity in sports and finance... Kim Sponem calls for equitable pay practices, warning that lifetime pay gaps leave women at greater risk of retirement insecurity... Summit Credit Union earns the #1 national Return of the Member ranking again, highlighting its strong member value and financial impact... Family boosts savings by $7.3K and cuts $36.5K debt to win Summit Credit Union’s Project Money Season 17 and its $10K prize...