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Adventure Credit Union Launches MDT to Support Ongoing Growth

By: via Business Wire

MDT helps execute merger, credit union CEO joins CUSO’s board of directors

MDT, a CUSO that helps credit unions navigate complex financial technology ecosystems, today announced that Adventure Credit Union has successfully gone live on its core platform, helping to support continued growth and momentum following a successful merger with Astera Credit Union.

Grand Rapids, Mich-based Adventure Credit Union merged with Astera Credit Union at the beginning of the year, successfully expanding its charter to serve the full state of Michigan. While evaluating the previously separate organizations’ tech stacks, Adventure Credit Union recognized the value that Astera Credit Union gained from its long-standing partnership with MDT, solidifying MDT as the go-forward partner for core processing and other critical functions. With MDT, the newly merged credit union will be able to seamlessly provide exceptional, personalized support and guidance to a wider member base. The migration to MDT was quick and seamless with minimal downtime. This is a significant step toward the full operational merger of the two credit unions, which is set to be completed later this year.

“Coming together with Astera Credit Union is empowering us to strengthen our presence and better serve more communities across Michigan, and MDT’s guidance and support has been invaluable during this process,” said Amanda Garabedian, President and CEO of Adventure Credit Union. “By partnering with MDT, we will benefit from enhanced operational efficiencies as well as additional resources that will help our staff save time as we grow and customize. With this move, we will be able to strengthen member service and gain the flexibility to better and more quickly adapt, which makes all the difference in this competitive industry.”

Amanda also joins MDT’s board of directors as Adventure Credit Union now becomes an owner of the CUSO. She continued, “I’m impressed by MDT’s unwavering dedication to helping credit unions navigate complex financial technology ecosystems to ensure they remain institutions of choice for members. I look forward to supporting and furthering this critical mission in this position.”

“Adventure Credit Union is well-positioned to provide strong financial resources and guidance to more members than ever Michigan, and we are proud to support this charge,” said Chris Kowal, CEO and president at MDT. “Our services and solutions provide the flexibility and efficiencies needed to seamlessly scale operations while offering intuitive, personalized experiences. We are also thrilled to welcome Amanda to our board of directors; her passion for the credit union movement, strategic insight and determination have already proven invaluable.”

About MDT

MDT helps credit unions navigate complex financial technology ecosystems, ensuring they remain institutions of choice for members. In addition to hosting the Symitar core processing system from Jack Henry™, MDT provides credit unions with the tools and technology needed to compete and grow. Committed to partnership, security, and compliance, MDT takes a collaborative approach to service—leveraging deep industry expertise to understand each institution’s unique needs and foster long-term success. MDT supports over 100 credit unions with cloud-based solutions, expert consulting, and digital transformation strategies. With MDT, credit unions across the country can more effectively implement technology, boost efficiencies, and enhance member service. Visit mdtmi.com or follow @memberdriven for more information.

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