Blaze has been honored by the Marketing Association of Credit Unions with three awards for 2025. Judged by marketing experts from across the credit union industry, the MAC Awards recognize outstanding achievements in creativity, strategy, and results. Blaze earned Silver in the Digital Advertising and Rebrand categories and Bronze for Commercial Video.
The Silver for Digital Advertising was presented for Blaze Partner Montage & Rebrand, a dynamic digital campaign introducing Blaze’s new identity. Blaze’s Silver winning Rebrand submission, SPIRE & Hiway are Now Blaze, featured the strategy, creativity, and collaboration behind developing a unique brand. The Bronze for Commercial Video recognized I’m on Team Blaze, a piece highlighting the people and values defining the newly introduced credit union.
“As we introduced Blaze, our goal was to build a brand that reinforces our commitment to our members and the communities we serve,” said Dan Stoltz, President/CEO of Blaze Credit Union. “Being recognized with MAC Awards affirms the incredible teamwork, creativity, and heart that went into creating the Blaze brand.”
“These MAC Awards showcase the exceptional marketing strategies that credit unions are using to better serve and engage their members,” said Andrea Finn, Chair of MAC. “At this year’s conference passion, innovation, and connection came together to celebrate the best in credit union marketing.”
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