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Garden Savings Federal Credit Union expands financial counseling team to better serve members

PARSIPPANY, NJ (January 4, 2024) — Garden Savings Federal Credit Union, a leading financial institution headquartered in Parsippany with branches in Newark, South Orange, and Dover, is excited to announce the certification of two of its team members as financial counselors, further enhancing the credit union’s commitment to providing comprehensive financial services and support to its members. The newly certified counselors are Stephanie Parise, and Leandra Lopes who have successfully completed the CUNA Credit Union Financial Counseling Program offered through the CrossState Credit Union Association.

With the addition of these two new certified financial counselors, Garden Savings FCU now boasts a total of six certified financial counselors, with at least one counselor available at each branch. This expanded team is well-equipped to offer personalized financial guidance and support to members seeking to gain control of their personal finances and address challenging financial issues.

“We are thrilled to congratulate Stephanie and Jenny on their expanded roles within our credit union,” said Tom Quigley, Chief Sales Officer of Garden Savings FCU. “Their expertise will be instrumental in helping our members navigate financial challenges and achieve their goals. We are proud to have such dedicated professionals on our team.”

Members are encouraged to take advantage of this valuable resource by scheduling appointments at their nearest branch, where they can meet with a counselor in person, or by arranging phone or virtual appointments at scheduled times. This flexible approach ensures that members can access the support and expertise of a certified financial counselor in a manner that best suits their individual needs and preferences.

Garden Savings FCU remains committed to empowering its member with knowledge and resources they need to make informed financial decisions, and the addition of these certified financial counselors further demonstrates the credit unions’ ongoing investment in the financial well-being of its members.

Picture attached (from left to right): Mike Powers, CEO & President with Leandra Lopes, Assistant Branch Manager of Newark Branch and Stephanie Parise, Branch Manager of Parsippany Branch.


About Garden Savings Federal Credit Union

Garden Savings Federal Credit Union headquartered in Parsippany, is a financial institution with over $350 million in  assets and a network of four branches. Their branches are strategically located in Parsippany, Dover, Newark, and South  Orange. We proudly serve a diverse and growing community of over 27,000 members, spanning across more than 150  Select Employer Groups, encompassing various organizations and companies. 

Contacts

Carlos Ronquillo
973-585-3166
cronquillo@gardensavingsfcu.com

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