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A credit union for credit unions since 1949

Serving nearly 700 credit unions nationwide, Corporate One Federal Credit Union is the premier investment, funding and payments partner to America’s credit unions. In addition to helping member credit unions grow their bottom line, manage cash effectively, and succeed in the immediate payments arena, Corporate One continues to nurture and grow its wholly owned CUSOs: Accolade Advisory Services (balance sheet management), and Lucro Commercial Solutions (business lending).

Our vision

Together with our CUSOs, we will grow a thriving cooperative that fosters collaboration, drives innovation, values financial strength, and delivers exceptional service for the benefit of all credit unions.

Media Contacts

Please reach out to our media contacts, who will be happy to assist you:

Heather Goss

VP, Member Engagement & Communications
hgoss@corporateone.coop
614/825-9358

Adam Gibbs

Senior Manager of Communications
agibbs@corporateone.coop
614/581-5715

Press Room

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Corporate One and CU*Answers Partner to Expand Real-Time Payments for Credit Unions

Corporate One and CU*Answers have partnered to expand the accessibility of real-time payments for credit unions across the nation. CU*Answers will leverage Corporate One’s Third-Party Service Provider for the RTP® network solution to establish a technical RTP connection that their credit union clients can easily leverage so they can receive real-time payments. Read more.

Corporate One | August 2023Read More
Corporate One and ACI Worldwide Partner to Bring Comprehensive Immediate Payments Access to Credit Unions on Both the RTP® network and the FedNow® Service

Through the partnership, Corporate One will extend its open payment platform solution that technically connects credit unions and those in the industry to the RTP network to also connect to the FedNow Service.

Corporate One | July 2023Read More
Corporate One Featured in Federal Reserve’s FedNowSM Service Provider Showcase

Corporate One is now featured in the FedNowSM Service Provider Showcase. This online resource is designed to connect financial institutions looking to adopt and innovate upon the FedNow Service with service providers offering instant payment solutions.

Corporate One | May 2023Read More
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President and CEO Melissa Ashley and ACI Worldwide CEO Thomas Warsop Discuss Partnership on CUbroadcast

During an interview on CUbroadcast, President and CEO Melissa Ashley and ACI Worldwide CEO Thomas Warsop revealed their thoughts about the strategic partnership between Corporate One and ACI Worldwide and what it means for America’s credit unions.

Corporate One | September 2023Watch Now
ACI Worldwide Certified on FedNow, Integrating Corporate One on ACI Real-Time Payments Cloud

Corporate One has secured an agreement with ACI Worldwide to integrate instant payment services on FedNow via ACI’s Real-Time Payments Cloud to reach credit unions across the country.

ACI Worldwide | May 2023Read More
Federal Reserve: Corporate One among 57 early adopters ready to provide services when the FedNowSM Service goes live in July

The Federal Reserve announced that Corporate One is among the 57 early adopters of the FedNow Service and is prepared to provide credit unions with settlement and cash management services when the FedNow Service goes live in July.

Corporate One | June 2023Read More
President and CEO Melissa Ashley Shares FedNow Insights on CUbroadcast

President and CEO Melissa Ashley recently provided insights on the highly anticipated launch of the FedNowSM Service in an interview with Michael Lawson from CUbroadcast. She also discussed the recent addition of Corporate One to the FedNow Service Provider Showcase.

Corporate One | June 2023Watch Now
ePay Presents Innovation in Payments Award to Corporate One and Sherpa

Corporate One and Sherpa Technologies are proud recipients of this year’s ePayResources Innovation in Payments Award, honoring achievement in developing or implementing innovative payments solutions, or tools and resources that facilitate industry adoption of emerging payments solutions.

CU Times | March 2022Read more
Credit Unions Dip Toes in RTPs, Crypto

Credit Union Times spoke with Corporate One Federal Credit Union President/CEO Melissa Ashley and Sherpa Technologies President/CEO Keith Riddle about the RTP imperative, why credit unions need to begin their strategy now, and what it will mean to be left out.

CU Times | February 2022Read More
EPCOR Payments Innovation Award Winner: Corporate One and Sherpa Technologies

Corporate One and our CUSO Sherpa are pleased to be recognized by EPCOR with the Payments Innovation Award for our leadership in real-time payments.

EPCOR | October 2021Read more

Our Experts

Our expert team specializes in the dynamic world of credit unions and offers in-depth knowledge on a wide range of subjects.


Melissa Ashley, CPA

President / CEO
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Christine Mayes

EVP, Chief Member Engagement Officer
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Topics for Interviews

FedNow® Service RTP® network Real-Time Payments Instant Payments Payments Modernization Digital Payments Immediate Payment Use Cases Industry Trends Investments Funding

Our Solutions

Corporate One is a progressive corporate credit union partner offering competitive solutions that fuel revenue growth, member satisfaction, and back-office efficiencies. Our membership options enable any credit union to access our multiple correspondent, investment and funding solutions without a capital investment.

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