CCUA Partners with Clutch to Strengthen Commitment to Small Credit Unions

Marlborough, MA – The Cooperative Credit Union Association (CCUA) is thrilled to announce an enhanced partnership with Clutch, a premier provider of cutting-edge FinTech solutions for credit unions. The new partnership includes member access to the Enterprise Sales Team, a group of specialists dedicated to empowering small credit unions. The enterprise team will drive innovation, operational efficiency, and growth for credit unions seeking to thrive in today’s competitive financial landscape.

"Small credit unions are the backbone of their communities, and face unique challenges that often require tailored products and services,” said Melissa Pomeroy, CCUA's Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. "Our new partnership with Clutch is designed to help these credit unions continue to innovate, grow, and deliver exceptional value to their members. The addition of Clutch’s Enterprise Sales Team brings valuable expertise and innovative solutions that align perfectly with the needs of smaller institutions."

Joining Clutch’s Enterprise Sales Team are two accomplished professionals who will serve the Northeast:

• Ruben Tamminga, Senior Enterprise Account Executive: Ruben brings a decade of experience from his leadership role at Persado, leveraging technology to help financial institutions, as well as at Backbase.
• Kristen Cooper, Enterprise Account Executive (Northeast Region): Kristen has spent the past 6 years helping financial institutions improve their lending technology, most recently at Blend.

The expanded team reflects Clutch’s unwavering commitment to small credit unions by addressing their unique challenges with purpose-built solutions, including:

• Frictionless Member Onboarding: Simplified digital platforms that improve first impressions and foster deeper member engagement.
• Optimized Lending Solutions: Unique tools that enhance workflows, lower operational costs, and accelerate loan growth.
• Strategic Deposit Growth: Data-driven insights to attract, engage, and retain depositors amid intense competition.

“As small credit unions adapt to a fast-evolving digital-first environment, Clutch is here to empower their journey,” said Laura Traikov, Clutch’s Enterprise Sales Manager. “Our solutions are tailored to meet the unique needs of these institutions, ensuring they can deliver the modern, personalized services their members expect while driving sustainable growth.”

Clutch’s technology enables credit unions to seamlessly integrate digital onboarding, lending, and deposit strategies into their operations, providing a foundation for long-term competitiveness. The Enterprise Sales Team will partner with credit union leaders to implement innovative strategies that enhance both member satisfaction and operational efficiency.

For my details on the CCUA’s partnership with Clutch and how they can help credit unions thrive, visit www.ccua.org/clutch.
 

Media Contact

Janelle Mullen
Vice President of Member Engagement
Email: jmullen@ccua.org