Blaze has been recognized as one of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions 2025 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
“For a nationally renowned publication such as Newsweek to recognize us for simply doing what we do every day is a testament to the dedication, hard work and commitment from our Blaze team,” said Dan Stoltz, Blaze CEO. “Blaze Credit Union is about bettering people’s lives and supporting them throughout their financial journey. This recognition reflects the trust and loyalty of our members and the communities we serve. We are honored, and proud to continue leading with integrity, innovation, and a focus on delivering exceptional value to our members.”
“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,” said Nancy Cooper, Newsweek Global Editor in Chief. “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.”
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.
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