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Greater Iowa Credit Union (GICU) is a member-owned financial cooperative established in June 1932 by a group of Iowa State University employees. It has grown to serve over 36,000 members across a 33-county area in Central and Western Iowa, managing assets between $624 million and $667 million. GICU is federally insured and state-chartered, emphasizing its commitment to the financial well-being of its members and the communities it serves. GICU offers a range of financial services typical of credit unions, including banking services like checking and savings accounts, loans for personal, auto, and business needs, and possibly investment services. The credit union operates nine branch locations in cities such as Ames, Ankeny, and Des Moines, providing localized service. GICU is also dedicated to community engagement, having received recognition as the Best Credit Union in Crawford County and Story County multiple times.
Our lender-placed insurance, blanket insurance, and specialty insurance programs provide comprehensive coverage to financial institutions, government entities, property investors, and property & casualty agencies. Proctor Loan Protectors service solutions are powered by superior customer service, proprietary innovations, technology, and an experienced team. We perform insurance tracking, which includes policy procurement, mail processing, disbursement facilitation, and an award-winning borrower call center.
GrayMatter is an industrial technology company based near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with regional offices in the U.S., Canada, and India. The company specializes in digital transformation and industrial automation solutions, serving major organizations in manufacturing, energy, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and utilities worldwide. GrayMatter offers a variety of services aimed at improving operational efficiency and digital capabilities. Their key offerings include advanced industrial analytics, which helps companies utilize data for better decision-making, and a brilliant operations strategy that supports digital transformation initiatives. They also focus on risk mitigation during the digital transformation process. GrayMatters family of brands includes E-Merge, HTSE, Automation & Control Concepts, and Phantom Technical Services, each providing specialized automation solutions across different industries. The company has grown through strategic mergers and acquisitions, enhancing its capabilities and expanding its client base. Notable clients include major companies like Nestlé Purina PetCare and Anheuser-Busch, showcasing GrayMatters strong presence in the industrial sector.
TruStone Financial Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative based in Plymouth, Minnesota. Founded in 1939 by eight educators, it has grown to become Minnesota’s second-largest credit union, serving members across Minnesota and Wisconsin through 13 branches. The credit union emphasizes financial education, reflecting its origins as a teachers credit union, and operates under a "For Life" philosophy that prioritizes long-term relationships with members and community prosperity. TruStone offers a range of services, including digital banking for account management, loans for auto, mortgage, and personal needs, as well as credit cards and investment products. It also provides business solutions such as commercial lending and business account services. The TruStone Foundation promotes financial literacy through partnerships and scholarship programs, supporting youth education in the community. The credit union continues to grow through strategic mergers and technological investments, enhancing its member services and operational efficiency.
Located in Nashville, TN, Paladin capital is a premier leader in business acquisition, and ownership transfer, via Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOP). Paladins mission is to provide employee ownership and retirement benefits to to the employees of the sellers company while providing private business owners a meaningful exit strategy that preserves their business legacy.