Sunward News

Ivan Olvera cuts the ribbon in front of the South Valley branch during its grand opening while others around him applaud and cheer

Sunward Celebrates Grand Opening of New South Valley Branch

Community joins local businesses, Credit Union leaders for afternoon celebration following soft opening.

Sunward Bolsters Lending Team Amid Historic Loan Growth

New Chief Lending Officer role to oversee continued growth, stability across Lending business.

A digital mockup of the exterior and interior of Sunward's Ladera branch. Exterior: The sides and top of the building form a solid rectangle while the front is inset with windows. Interior: A large main room with benches, a standing table, and doorways to smaller rooms.

A digital mockup of the exterior of Sunward's Ladera branch. The sides and top of the building form a solid rectangle while the front is inset with windows.

Sunward to Open New Branch on Albuquerque’s West Side this Fall

The expansion widens the Credit Union’s footprint to better serve members in a fast-growing part of the Albuquerque metro area.

Sunward to Open New Branch in Albuquerque’s South Valley this Fall

Expansion to energize investment in historic New Mexico community.

San Felipe Pueblo Housing Authority Leader

Sunward executives with San Felipe Pueblo and Zuni Pueblo Housing Authority leaders

FHLB Dallas and Sunward Federal Credit Union Award Nearly $500K to Advance Affordable Housing in New Mexico

FHLB Dallas and Sunward support affordable housing in New Mexico with a nearly $500K contribution.

Sunward Launches 'Sunpint' Through First-of-its-Kind Collaboration with Tractor Brewing Co.

Local brewery crafts new cider in partnership with Credit Union, to be celebrated at community event this month.

Meet Hill Martinez-Uribe, Durango Branch Manager

New Durango Branch Now Open

Join us for special events May 27 - 30

Man and woman looking at a laptop, standing in a room with potted plants on tables and shelves

Durango Chamber Launches Scholarship Fund for Startups, Small Businesses, and Nonprofits

Family Friendly NM, 2025 Platinum Family Friendly Business Seal

Sunward Federal Credit Union Named a Platinum Family Friendly Business

Sunward Federal Credit Union Named a Platinum Family Friendly Business.

Sunward Expands Footprint Into Colorado, With New Durango Branch Coming This Spring

Expansion into Colorado represents a new state for the Albuquerque-based Federal Credit Union.

Here To WIN: A Conversation with the Women’s Initiative Network

Employee Spotlight: Lily Currin, Director of Talent Acquisition

Employee Spotlight, Sunward Lily Currin, Director of Talent Acquisition.

Andy Simescu Has Joined SLFCU as Chief People officer

With more than 25 years in financial services, Andy brings a breadth of experience with a focus on building more strategic, human-centered organizations.

Steph Sherrodd Named as One of New Mexico’s Top 50 Women Leaders

Steph Sherrodd, Sunward President and CEO has been named to The Top 50 Women Leaders in New Mexico for 2024 by Women We Admire.

Lock-up of Sunward and UNM Athletics logos

Sunward Makes a Record Leadership Gift to the UNM Lobo Alliance

Sunward becomes the first corporate partner of the Lobo Alliance as part of a multi-year agreement to support the Lobo Alliance’s goal of enhancing and amplifying the student-athlete experience.

Sunward To Acquire New Mexico Based Business From Mountain America Credit Union

Sunward has entered into an agreement with Mountain America Credit Union to acquire the portion of Mountain America’s business located in Albuquerque.

Steph Sherrodd Named as One of New Mexico’s Top 50 Women Leaders

Steph Sherrodd, Sunward President and CEO has been named to The Top 50 Women Leaders in New Mexico for 2024 by Women We Admire.

Mag Wangsuwana Has Joined Sunward as CFO

With 25+ years of financial expertise and leadership, he is well-prepared to accelerate Sunward's growth and evolution to support the organization’s purpose of redefining the cooperative spirit in financial services.