United Federal Credit Union celebrates Asheville branch opening with week of special events

Photo courtesy of UFCU

Press release:

United Federal Credit Union Celebrates
Opening of Asheville Branch

ASHEVILLE, N. C.United Federal Credit Union (UFCU) will mark the opening of its Asheville, North Carolina branch with a slateful of activities including complimentary coffee and doughnuts for the public on Monday through Friday morning. August 8 to 12.

We hope people will stop by, let us introduce ourselves, and find out what we have to offer,” says UFCU Market Vice President Lee Beason. “The credit union model is different than a traditional bank. We are a not-for-profit, and that makes a difference.”

The branch at 1441 Patton Avenue opened its doors on Monday, August 1, 2016. To celebrate the occasion, the following grand opening events will take place:

  • Monday, August 8 – Friday, August 12, 9-11 am
    Java Kick-Off Event
    Stop by for giveaways and refreshments
    Doughnuts provided by Krispy Kreme®
    Live radio remote with KISS-FM on Monday
  • Tuesday, August 9, 11 am–1 pm
    Appreciation Event for Police, Fire Department, and Emergency Services Professionals
    Sandwiches provided by Firehouse Subs® and Papa John’s® Pizza
    Live radio remote with WTMT-FM
  • Thursday, August 11, Friday, 11 am–3 pm
    Small Business Awareness Event
    Meet our staff and learn about UFCU’s full suite of business banking products. Our business advisors will take the time to get to know you so they can give you the expert financial advice you need to help your business succeed.
    Pizza will be provided by Dominos®
  • Wednesday, August 17, 10 am – noon
    Asheville Tourist Meet and Greet
    Come and meet Asheville Tourist baseball team members and their mascot.
    Logo giveaways, food provided by Acropolis Pizza Truck
    Live radio remote with KISS-FM

The Asheville branch is United’s fourth branch in North Carolina. There are also branches in Fletcher, Hendersonville and Statesville.

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