(CHARLESTON, S.C.) On Thursday, September 15th Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union was presented with the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerces 2016 Trailblazer Award for leading efforts in business and education partnerships. Because of the talent gap in our region, Heritage Trust partnered with the Chamber for their Business and Finance Career Academy programs throughout the school districts. Taking it a step further, the credit union partnered with both Berkeley County and Dorchester County School Districts to launch two, student-run branches in local high schools. Through the student branch initiative the credit union has been able to provide skills-based learning opportunities for both current and future generations of students. The third branch opened this Fall at Cane Bay High School. Heritage Trust is also working with Trident Technical College and their Youth Apprenticeship Program and is providing on-the-job learning and skill building for a student in the IT area for two years.
"Being nominated for an Honors Night award is a powerful testament to a businesss brand and impact on the region, as nominations are made by Chamber members. This years finalists join an impressive group of businesses, each making an impact in our region," said Bryan Derreberry, President and CEO of the Charleston Metro Chamber.
"We are honored to be recognized by the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce as the recipient of this years Trailblazer award. Heritage Trust has always believed in the importance of promoting education and financial literacy. Through our initiatives, were able to provide the tools and resources needed to help prepare future talent," commented Nise Lowell of Heritage Trust.
About Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union is a $511 million dollar institution that has been a part of the greater Charleston area since 1955. Heritage Trust serves around 43,000 members and has 12 branch locations and over 300 Select Employer Groups throughout Charleston, Dorchester, Colleton and Berkeley Counties.
