Annual Reports

The year of 2019 was one focused on building. Following the merger and data conversion, we made building a focus here at Partner's 1st. Taking the now larger organization and adding necessary resources and infrastructure was paramount. To that end, we placed our attention in a couple of areas: software and facilities. Nearly all departments were impacted.

During 2018, we worked hard to provide a smooth consolidation of Partners 1st Federal Credit Union and General Credit Union. The merger in late 2017 was not fully completed until the data conversion on April 1, 2018. The staff worked tirelessly to ensure a seamless data conversion for our newest members. We are pleased to report that their efforts were very successful.

For Partners 1st, 2017 was a banner year! In the first quarter, we began talks with General Credit Union, Fort Wayne, on the possibility of a merger. Both board of directors recognized that growth is vital to the long-term health of any organization. By merging two strong, healthy credit unions, we could expand our products and services for our member’s benefit as well as provide economies of scale throughout the organization.

2016 was a banner year for Partners 1st. It began with the introduction of our new Mission Statement, “Go beyond the transaction...to truly serve, advocate and guide our members as their trusted financial and community partner.” We endeavor to live our mission and our core values as individuals and as an organization. And, by doing so, we seek to have a positive impact on the lives of our members.

2015 was a year full of new excitement! Partners 1st saw the introduction of a brand change which included new signage, logos, and colors in the main office, branches, and websites.

In 2014, Partners 1st joined the Shared Branching Network, in order to provide more convenience for members. With shared branching, members gain nationwide account access at over 1,800 financial institutions, with over 5,000 branches. Shared branching was an important endeavor towards fulfilling our vision at Partners 1st—to be our members' preferred financial institution and most valued financial partner.