Velera Selected as Card Processing Provider for Financial Center

St. Petersburg, Fla. (Jan. 20, 2026) – Velera, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated financial technology solutions provider, today announced it will provide Financial Center with debit and credit card processing services.

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Financial Center has offered checking, savings, loans and other financial services in Indiana for more than 70 years. The credit union has grown to serve over 60,000 members and holds $940 million in assets.

During its search for an ideal card processing partner, Financial Center sought an organization that could deliver more cost-effective solutions while working collaboratively to support the credit union’s growth. Financial Center evaluated multiple providers and chose Velera due to its mission-driven focus on credit unions.

“Every interaction with Velera has shown us what a true partnership looks like,” said Chris Sibila, SVP, Technology and Internal Operations at Financial Center. “Their team is fully invested in helping us grow our payments business, both now and in the future, and we are excited to see all that we will achieve together.”

Velera will begin providing debit and ATM support in July 2026, with credit services to follow in August. 

“We are honored to partner with the Financial Center team as they advance their card programs and offerings,” said Tiffany Doty, SVP, Sales at Velera. “Our collaboration will help them operate more efficiently while providing members with greater flexibility, security and value every time they use their cards.”

About Velera

Velera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated financial technology solutions provider. With over four decades of industry experience and a commitment to service excellence and innovation, the company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help its clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Velera leverages its expertise and resources on behalf of credit unions and their members, offering an end-to-end product portfolio that includes payment processing, fraud and risk management, data and analytics, digital banking, instant payments, strategic consulting, collections, ATM and POS networks, shared branching and 24/7/365 member support via its contact centers. For more information, visit velera.com.

About Financial Center

At Financial Center, over 60,000 members are in pursuit of healthier, more vibrant financial lives. Our Credit Union manages $940 million in assets for a diverse community of members in greater Indianapolis, Kokomo and Muncie, Indiana - and beyond. We’re known for providing inclusive banking services, free financial wellness resources, and the people and products to create momentum for whatever’s ahead. Our team of nearly 200 employees are expert coaches and mentors for members – helping them discover new possibilities and chase down their next financial milestones. Join us at fcfcu.com today.