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AODFCU Voted “Best Credit Union," 7.6.11

AOD Federal Credit Union was voted BEST Credit Union for 2011 in Calhoun County!  The credit union was voted “best” in The Anniston Star’s second annual “Best of Calhoun County” reader poll.

The poll compiles the opinions of The Anniston Star readers regarding the overall BEST in class for a variety of business service categories. We appreciate the vote of confidence from the community as AODFCU excels in financial services and its role as a community partner.

AOD Federal Credit Union Earns BAUERFINANCIAL’S Highest Rating, 6.10.11

BAUERFINANCIAL, Inc., the nation’s leading independent credit union rating and research firm, recently awarded AOD Federal Credit Union its 81st consecutive 5-Star rating. The 5-Star rating, BAUERFINANCIAL’s highest honor, is based on the financial condition of the institution and indicates that AOD Federal Credit Union is one of the strongest credit unions in the country. AOD Federal Credit Union has the added distinction of being an “Exceptional Performance Credit Union” for having earned this 5-star rating for a minimum of ten straight years. 

BAUERFINANCIAL, INC., located in Coral Gables, Florida, has been reporting on and analyzing the performance of U.S. banks and credit unions since 1983. No institution pays for its rating, nor can any elude it. Consumers may obtain free star-ratings by calling 800.388.6686 or visiting www.bauerfinancial.com.

AOD Federal Credit Union Named Small Business of the Year by Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce, 5.20.11

AOD Federal Credit Union was presented with the Sustaining Small Business of the Year Award by The Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce at their annual awards gala on Thursday, May 19, 2011.

The Sustaining Small Business Award recognizes a business that has been in existence for more than 7 years and that has re-invented itself to adapt to changing market conditions. Known in the community for its stellar reputation, AODFCU is recognized as an exceptional organization based on its business standards, community involvement, chamber involvement and support, and financial literacy efforts.

AODFCU President & CEO Kenneth R. Reynolds explains, “It is certainly an honor for the Credit Union to receive this award which reflects on the values that we hold at AOD Federal Credit Union—unmatched member service, community involvement and participation, a highly trained, skilled and caring staff, management, and volunteers.”