SYRACUSE, NY – JULY 8, 2026: AmeriCU Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Christiana Carruthers as Small Business Relationship Manager, where she will focus on supporting local businesses in Cortland, Auburn, Fulton, Liverpool, Camillus and Onondaga Hill with personalized financial solutions and hands-on guidance.

Since joining AmeriCU in 2020 as a Senior Member Relationship Advisor, Christiana has enjoyed helping members achieve their financial goals and building relationships throughout the community. She was promoted to Financial Center Manager in 2022, where she spent nearly four years helping grow the Cortland Financial Center. Growing up with a parent who owned a small business gave her an appreciation for the hard work and commitment it takes to run a business, and that experience inspires her passion for supporting small business owners.

“What excites me most about working with business owners is getting to know them personally and learning the passion behind how they started their businesses,” said Christiana. “Every business has a story, and I’m passionate about helping owners connect with the right support to move forward and continue building something meaningful.”

With more than a decade of experience in the financial industry, Christiana brings a relationship-focused approach to serving business owners. She is committed to understanding each business’s unique goals and connecting owners with the products, services, and support they need to succeed.

In addition to her professional experience, Christiana is actively involved in the community, serving on the board of the Cortland Salvation Army and participating in local initiatives. AmeriCU business members and local entrepreneurs are encouraged to connect with Christiana to learn how personalized support and financial solutions can help their businesses grow.

With Small Business Relationship Managers covering AmeriCU’s entire service area, businesses have access to local support and tailored guidance wherever they operate. To learn more about AmeriCU’s business banking solutions and connect with a Business Relationship Manager near you, visit www.americu.org/business.

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About AmeriCU Credit Union

As a credit union, AmeriCU is a not-for-profit financial institution owned by our members. Serving 24 counties in New York and beyond, AmeriCU provides you with all the products and services you need – often with low or no fees, and better rates. AmeriCU has grown to serve more than 200,000 members, 25 financial centers, and $3 billion in assets, while remaining dedicated to building meaningful connections with members and supporting the various local communities it serves. AmeriCU is headquartered in Rome, New York, and is among the State’s largest, full-service financial cooperatives. For more information, visit www.AmeriCU.org. Equal Housing Lender – Federally Insured by NCUA – Membership Eligibility Required.

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