The Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards, a nationally recognized awards program now in its fourth year, recently honored 25 winners across categories such as community impact, marketing, technology innovation, leadership, and product development.  

Corporate One received an award in the category of Product Innovation – Credit/Debit Payments Solutions. This recognition honors organizations that are transforming the credit union industry through bold innovation and meaningful impact.  

“This year’s Luminaries represent the best of what the credit union movement stands for—impact, innovation, and integrity,” Credit Union Times Editor-in-Chief Michael Ogden said. “They are building stronger financial futures for their members and communities.” 

Corporate One earned the honor through its work in the immediate payments space, demonstrating leadership and innovation.

According to the nomination:

• Over the past year, Corporate One has connected more than 100 credit unions to the RTP^® network and FedNow^® Service, representing over 26% of all RTP participants.
• By integrating with leading core processors, Corporate One enables institutions of all sizes to implement real-time payments in as little as 45 days, accelerating adoption across the industry.
• Its flagship solution, CU Corporate RTP, modernizes accounts payable and receivable for credit unions, reducing costs, boosting efficiency, and strengthening business ties through real-time transactions. Over the past 12 months, Corporate One has onboarded 57 credit unions and expanded connectivity options, enhancing accessibility and growth.
• CU Corporate RTP saw a 111% increase in transaction volume and a 326% rise in value year-over-year.
• Supported by a highly credentialed team and active leadership in national payments councils, Corporate One continues to set the standard for innovation, security, and speed—helping credit unions deliver faster, more reliable payment experiences to their members.

Read more about this award and the other winners in the Credit Union Times’ announcement.