Fremont, MI August 24, 2016 Gerber Federal Credit Union (Gerber FCU) will now offer
Buzz Points, Inc., the only rewards program designed to specifically support the Bank Local, Buy Local movement, to its members.
Buzz Points is a free rewards program that allows consumers to earn rewards wherever they shop, offering double the points when users choose locally-owned businesses over national chains. Gerber FCU members enrolled in the program will earn points automatically through debit card purchases that can be tracked, managed and redeemed easily for gift cards, cash cards and donations to local nonprofits using the Buzz Points web interface or mobile app (for
iOS or
Android).
"Partnering with Buzz Points gives us the opportunity to enhance the value we provide our members," said John Buckley, President/CEO of Gerber Federal Credit Union. "Not only will Buzz Points be the first debit rewards program available in the region, but it will also allow us to continue to deliver on our commitment to helping our local businesses thrive."
"Studies show that shopping at locally-owned businesses over big-box retailers keeps 58 percent more profit in the community," said Dwayne Spradlin, CEO of Buzz Points. "By partnering with Buzz Points, Gerber Federal Credit Union will be able to provide their members with better rewards while offering them a way to support their hometown economy and the businesses that meet their daily needs."
With a continually expanding network of 82,000+ locally owned businesses nationwide, Buzz Points users can accrue double points for shopping locally, wherever they are in the United States.
In additional to earning more points for local shopping, Buzz Points users gain access to exclusive offers, rewards and virtual punch cards from Preferred Local Businesses within the Buzz Points network. This allows users to stay in the loop and be notified of relevant offers when they walk in the door of a favorite local business and earn extra perks for being a "regular."
To enroll in the Buzz Points program, members can download the mobile app (for
iOS or
Android) or visit
www.buzzpoints.com/gerberfcu using their Gerber FCU member number.
About Buzz Points, Inc.
Buzz Points, Inc. is a community-focused rewards and marketing platform that connects community financial institutions, consumers and locally owned businesses. The Buzz Points platform incentivizes cardholders to shop locally, drives business results for community banks and credit unions, and helps local businesses compete against national chains. For more information, visit�
www.buzzpoints.com.
About Gerber Federal Credit Union
Gerber Federal Credit Union provides financial services to more than 13,200 members with nearly $136 million in assets.�Gerber FCU has two offices located in Fremont, MI and one in Newaygo, MI.� Visit
www.gerberfcu.com/youbelong and connect with us on Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter.
