Merger Growth The announced merger with Ascend Federal Credit Union creates a larger member base and a need for integrated core systems and digital channels. This is a prime chance to propose seamless data migration, unified cybersecurity, and a combined digital banking upgrade powered by Alkami to accelerate post-merger growth and cross-sell business banking, payments, and card services.

Brand Credibility Awards and industry recognition establish trust with potential business clients. Use this to win SMB banking partnerships and co-branded solutions, and align with wellness and community initiatives to offer employee benefits and financial literacy programs to employers within their network.

Digital Platform Growth With Alkami as a core platform and comprehensive PCI DSS compliance, LGE is well positioned to expand digital engagement. Pitch advanced security, API integrations, fraud monitoring, and AI-driven marketing to attract and retain commercial members and high-value retail customers.

Community Partnerships Community safety and education partnerships present a channel to government and nonprofit clients. Propose public-sector banking, student accounts, financial literacy programs, and small business lending for local vendors, leveraging LGE's local presence and community focus.

Employee Wellness Strong emphasis on equal opportunity and a healthy workforce designation signals a value on people. Explore partnerships with HR tech and benefits providers to deliver employee wellness and benefits solutions to employers who bank with LGE or who could become members via corporate accounts.