First Tech Federal Credit Union

At First Tech, we truly believe in the power of a strong community coming together. ICYMI: Last month, we had the pleasure of sponsoring the TASTE for Equity Gala, a fantastic event that celebrates Oregon’s amazing food and beverage scene while raising money for local nonprofits. Food was prepared by 10 talented BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ chefs and winemakers, which really showcased the diversity in our community. This year’s Gala supported some of our favorite nonprofit partners: Adelante Mujeres, APANO Communities United Fund (CUF), and ELSO Inc., making the event especially meaningful for us. We are grateful for the positive impact generated by this inspiring community event.

First Tech is excited to unveil a masterpiece in downtown Hillsboro. We’ve partnered with the brilliant Mandy Arroyo from the Portland Street Art Alliance’s Ladies Up Project to bring a splash of color and creativity to our community. This mural isn’t just paint on a wall; it’s a vibrant expression of the natural beauty and artistic spirit that defines us. Our support for this project reflects our commitment to fostering creativity and community engagement. We invite you to come and experience this artwork in downtown Hillsboro, Oregon for yourself. Take a moment to view the photos of Mandy and her incredible creation.

On December 10th, we celebrated the incredible achievements of our outstanding team at First Tech, eight winners and 281 nominees. These individuals exemplify our core values of being engaged, dynamic, and genuine. Join us in congratulating everyone who was nominated for an Employee Award below! “As part of the cross-functional selection committee, I had a chance to read all of the nominations, and WOW, the nominees are exceptional,” said Elden Maxwell, VP of Learning & Organization Development. “Thank you all for your excellence and the difference you make at First Tech! Thank you also to the 350+ teammates who took the time to nominate their managers, peers, and team members—many nominees were nominated multiple times! It’s great to be part of a team that is so quick to celebrate the goodness we see in each other.” And now, the winners of First Tech’s 2024 Employee Awards are… Engaged Award Winners: Nam Marzan, Process Manager Sr., Consumer Lending Miranda Boen, Associate Sr., Consumer Lending Dynamic Award Winners: Kaleb Baker, Program Manager Sr., Payment Services Ruben Garcia-Lopez, Rep. Sr., CXC Genuine Award Winners: Linda King, Program Manager, Core Operations Tiffany Luttrell, Specialist II, Learning & Org. Development EDGE Leadership Award Winner: Cheryl Taylor, VP, Payment Services President’s Award Winner: Matt Hicks, VP, Deposit Products Congratulations to all First Tech teammates who were nominated and those who won a 2024 Employee Award! Your hard work and dedication exemplify the values that make First Tech a great place to work.

Announcing Our Season of Giving Nonprofit Recipients! We are proud to share the results of our Season of Giving campaign for 2024. Thanks to the incredible support from First Tech members, and the broader community, we received a whopping 14,214 nominations. Here are the top 5 nominated nonprofit organizations, each receiving $10,000: 1. Page Ahead Children's Literacy Program 2. UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals 3. Beaverton Education Foundation 4. Girl Scouts of Oregon and Southwest Washington 5. Samaritan House of San Mateo County In addition to these generous donations, our amazing employees dedicated 1,743 volunteer hours across 18 events in November alone. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make a difference in our communities. Together, we are stronger! #SeasonOfGiving #CommunitySupport #FirstTechCares #NonprofitHeroes #VolunteerPower

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“We work hard to foster a collaborative work environment and create a culture of belonging where every employee feels included and appreciated,” said First Tech Federal Credit Union President and CEO Greg Mitchell. “During a year of unprecedented challenges, our continued focus on fostering an inclusive culture and prioritizing the growth and happiness of our employees has been of top priority. This national award is a testament to our resilience and core values as an organization. We are truly honored to be recognized as an employer of choice and thank our employees for all they do to shape the future of our company.” First Tech Federal Credit Union

This week, we hosted our in-person First Tech Financial Strategies Session! 🏦✨ As part of our ongoing Education Series, members had the opportunity to engage with financial experts and deepen their understanding of key topics, including: 🔹 2025 Economic Outlook 🔹 Estate Planning Essentials 🔹 Retirement Decisions Beyond Money 🔹 Rates, Bonds, and Inflation Dynamics 🔹 Social Security We’re committed to empowering our members with the knowledge to make informed financial decisions. Stay tuned—our 2025 virtual Education Series is coming soon! #FirstTechEducationSeries

Throughout November, First Tech employees celebrated Diwali, the Festival of Lights, at our Rocklin, San Jose, and Hillsboro corporate locations. Our teams enjoyed delicious food, dances, and fun activities. It was wonderful to see many of our executives join in the festivities at Hillsboro! While Diwali has been a tradition at our San Jose office, it was new to Rocklin and Hillsboro. Mitali Chavan, who helped plan the Hillsboro event, shared that it allowed the planning committee to “think outside the box about how to introduce a new culture and festival to everyone, including the diverse foods India offers and activities they would enjoy.” Rutvi Patel, another planning committee member, appreciated “the beauty of sharing our cultural heritage with the wider team.” We look forward to expanding this event and many other cultural celebrations next year!

This #GivingTuesday, we’re grateful to share that First Tech contributed over $3.5 million to nonprofits across California, Oregon, and Washington in 2024, bringing our decade-long philanthropic total to more than $20 million. Our impact goes beyond financial support — 86% of our employees volunteered their time, supporting local communities through volunteering and fundraising efforts. Thank you to our employees, members, and nonprofit partners for your incredible dedication to building a more equitable future for all! https://lnkd.in/eHK7_nba