Broward Schools Credit Union Changes Its Name to BrightStar Credit Union.SUNRISE, Fla. -- Broward Schools Credit Union, with 39,000 members and $260 million in assets, has announced its new name, BrightStar Credit Union. The Credit Union, which has served the employees of Broward County Public Schools Broward County Public Schools, a public school district in Broward County, Florida, claims to be the largest fully-accredited school district in the United States, and is the sixth-largest overall. During the 2006/2007 term, the District served 262,616 students. since 1946, is now open to the community. Anyone who lives or works in Broward County, Boca Raton Boca Raton (bō`kə rətōn`), city (1990 pop. 61,492), Palm Beach co., SE Fla., on the Atlantic; inc. 1925. Boca Raton is a popular resort and retirement community that experienced significant industrial development in the 1970s and 80s. or Delray Beach Delray Beach, resort city (1990 pop. 47,181), Palm Beach co., SE Fla., on the Atlantic coast; settled 1895, inc. 1911. Mostly residential, Delray Beach is also the trade center for a citrus-fruit and vegetable-growing region. is eligible to become a member. "We're still the same great Credit Union--owned by the same folks, our members--and with the same friendly staff," says Raffael Crockett, the Credit Union's CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. . "We've simply changed our name to help us get the word out that we are now open to the community. The BrightStar Credit Union name will help us to deliver low-cost financial services The examples and perspective in this article or section may not represent a worldwide view of the subject. Please [ improve this article] or discuss the issue on the talk page. to all people in South Florida." Officials at the Credit Union say that their new name will allow them to embrace their educational roots as well as offer Credit Union services to more people. "We're very proud of our heritage," says the Credit Union's Board Chair, Dr. Dorothy Orr. "We remain dedicated to serving Broward Schools. You can expect us to continue to be very involved in Broward County Public Schools now and in the future." Credit Union officials say they started the name change process more than two years ago. "We considered over one thousand names," says Crockett. "We think the BrightStar Credit Union name will serve us with distinction for years to come. It signifies hope for the future, strength and a guiding light." About BrightStar Credit Union BrightStar Credit Union is among the largest credit unions in South Florida with assets of $260 million and 39,000 members. Originally chartered to serve Broward Schools' employees and their families, BrightStar CU is now open to serve anyone in Broward County, Boca Raton or Delray Beach, Florida Delray Beach is a city in Palm Beach County, Florida, USA. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 60,020. As of 2004, the population estimated by the U.S. Census Bureau is 64,150. . The Credit Union is a full-service, not-for profit financial cooperative and offers savings accounts Savings Account A deposit account intended for funds that are expected to stay in for the short term. A savings account offers lower returns than the market rates. Notes: , free checking, auto loans, home equity loans, mortgages, free online banking and more. BrightStar CU has served its members since 1946. The Credit Union's web site address is http://www.bscu.org. |
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