A Unique Program Recognizing the Organizations and Individuals in the Credit Union Industry for Cooperative Excellence
Credit Union Times presents...
Welcome to the Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards, a celebration of the changemakers elevating the credit union movement. This distinguished program honors the individuals and organizations within our cooperative community that are championing innovation, advancing financial well-being, and making a lasting impact on members, communities, and the credit union industry as a whole.
Nomination Deadline: July 10, 2026
Nominations Accepted
May 1 - July 10, 2026
For the Luminaries entry process, candidates may be nominated in 35 different nomination categories across the credit union industry.
Finalists Announced
September 3, 2026
Profiles, news and other features about Luminaries' Finalists will appear regularly on CUTimes.com and will be promoted through our CUT-branded newsletters from September 2026 through September 2027.
Awards Ceremony
November 5, 2026
A panel of independent judges, comprised of distinguished industry professionals, will determine the 2026 winners, who will be recognized at the awards ceremony in Orlando, Fl on November 5th.
In 2026, the Credit Union Times' Luminaries Awards have an expanded scope to include more categories across two segments, providing even greater opportunities to showcase your extraordinary contributions in these areas:
All finalists are given the opportunity to attend dinner.
Finalists will be announced on CUTimes.com in September.
Finalists will receive a Luminaries Class of 2026 logo.
Winners will be honored on stage at the 5th annual awards dinner on November 5th.
Winners will be profiled on CUTimes.com and recognized on CUTimes' social media channels.
