First Financial Northwest Bank customers will become members of Global, and the credit union will operate the bank locations as a separately branded division until brand integration is completed later in 2025. The transaction expands Global’s business and commercial services while also enhancing its branch presence in Western Washington.
“This is an exciting milestone for the members, future members, and employees of our two financial institutions,” says Global CEO and President Geoff Lundfelt. “Our combined commitment to service and community, our commitment towards delivering technology-forward services, and our ability to offer expanded business and commercial financial products is going to be significantly enhanced. I’m really looking forward to showing the customers of First Financial Northwest Bank what it means to have access to the world-class service that Global members currently enjoy.”
First Financial Northwest Bank has served the Puget Sound region for forty years and has fifteen full-service banking offices.
“Both institutions are working to ensure a seamless transition for First Financial Northwest Bank customers as they become members of Global Federal Credit Union,” says Joseph W. Kiley III, president and CEO of the bank’s holding company, First Financial Northwest, Inc. “Receiving regulatory approval from the NCUA allows us to take the next step in this strategic alliance that we expect will benefit the financial future of the community.”
