- Partnership Announcement: Beem Credit Union, a newly launched Canadian credit union, has partnered with UK-based software developer VeriPark to upgrade its digital capabilities.
- Digital Transformation Objectives: The collaboration aims to position Beem Credit Union as the leading “people-first, digital-first” credit union in British Columbia, focusing on enhancing the digital experience for its members.
- Statement from Beem Credit Union CEO: Brian Harris, president and CEO of Beem Credit Union, emphasizes the responsibility to deliver a digital experience that supports members’ personal financial wellness goals.
- VeriPark’s Offerings: VeriPark, founded in 1998, provides financial institutions with products to enhance retention, cross-selling, and customer acquisition, including branch automation, loan origination, and customer engagement solutions.
- Intelligent Member Experience Suite: VeriPark’s Intelligent Member Experience suite, built on Microsoft Dynamics and Azure, is highlighted as enabling credit unions like Beem Credit Union to prioritize member experience in their digital transformation efforts.
- Beem Credit Union Background: Launched on January 1st, Beem Credit Union is a partnership between Gulf & Fraser and Interior Savings, serving over 160,000 members with approximately $10 billion in total assets under administration.
- Appointment of Chief Innovation Officer: Beem Credit Union recently appointed Sue Britton as its new chief innovation officer, bringing experience from her previous role as CEO and founder of Firefly Growth, a fintech consultancy service.
