Technology Credit Union

Technology Credit Union

Member-owned financial institution serving tech workforce

About Technology Credit Union

Simplify's Rating
Why Technology Credit Union is rated
C+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Consumer Software

Financial Services

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

null

Founded

1960

Overview

Tech CU is a credit union that serves the Bay Area’s tech workforce and its ecosystem. It provides online and mobile banking, full-service branches, a Virtual Branch, wealth management, and business services, with access to over 65,000 fee-free ATMs nationwide. How it works: Members use digital banking for everyday finances (checking, savings, transfers) and can access wealth management and business services; branches and virtual branch support in-person and remote banking needs. Differentiation: It emphasizes its focus on the tech community, long-standing track record (over 60 years), strong management, and recognition like the Forbes Best-in-State Award (2021). Its large asset base (nearly $4 billion) and nationwide ATM access also set it apart from many local credit unions. Goal: To serve the financial needs of tech workers and their ecosystem by providing reliable, accessible banking and wealth solutions that help members manage money, grow wealth, and run businesses.

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Upstart partnership enhances lending efficiency and expands loan product offerings beyond traditional underwriting.
  • Geographic expansion into Idaho captures underserved Treasure Valley market with growth potential.
  • New executive leadership in marketing and operations strengthens strategic execution and growth initiatives.

What critics are saying

  • Upstart partnership exposes Tech CU to high default rates from AI lending model inaccuracies.
  • Rapid executive turnover signals leadership instability and loss of institutional knowledge.
  • Overreliance on tech community and sports sponsorships limits growth amid slowing Silicon Valley hiring.

What makes Technology Credit Union unique

  • Tech-focused credit union serving Silicon Valley with specialized products for tech professionals.
  • Expanded into Idaho market with first brick-and-mortar branch in Meridian, 2025.
  • Partnered with Upstart for AI-powered personal loans and auto refinance origination.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Company Match

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Voluntary Time Off

Company News

CUInsight
Mar 17th, 2025
Tech CU expands to Meridian with its first brick-and-mortar location in Idaho

Tech CU expands to Meridian with its first brick-and-mortar location in Idaho.

CUInsight
Dec 18th, 2024
Linda Itskovitz joins Technology Credit Union's Board of Directors

Today, Technology Credit Union (Tech CU) announced the appointment of Linda Itskovitz to its Board of Directors.

Yahoo Finance
Nov 9th, 2023
Tech Cu Announces San Jose Sharks & San Jose Barracuda Co-Branded Debit And Credit Cards

Technology Credit UnionCard Holders Will Receive Discount Tickets, Early Entry, and the Opportunity to Win Fan Experience PackagesSAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tech CU (Technology Credit Union) today announced the debut of its San Jose Sharks/San Jose Barracuda debit cards and San Jose Sharks co-branded credit card. The debit cards will feature a limited-edition, limited-run, semi-transparent design. Accepted worldwide, the cards offer a safe and secure way to purchase items, with convenient online and mobile access, quick approvals, and chip-enabled security.As part of the launch, everyone who signs up for a Sharks or Barracuda limited-edition debit card will have the opportunity to win one of two collectible jumbo replicas of the Sharks or Barracuda debit card, autographed by the respective teams.“The debit and credit cards are a natural extension of our Sharks Sports & Entertainment partnership, which already allows all Tech CU members with an online banking account to purchase discounted tickets to select Sharks and Barracuda games,” said Todd Harris, CEO of Tech CU. “Now, members who choose our new credit and debit cards can benefit from extra perks while enjoying two of their favorite sports teams.”Debit and credit card users will enjoy a number of benefits including:Early entry (15 minutes) to Sharks games at SAP Center at San Jose and Barracuda games at Tech CU ArenaDiscounts on select Sharks and Barracuda games, plus select events at SAP Center, subject to availabilityDigital sweepstake opportunities, such as the opportunity to win one of six fan experience packages over the course of the 2023-2024 season. These experiences include fun interactive activities like Zamboni rides, high-fiving at the Shark's head tunnel, pre-game warmups from the bench, or warmups from the penalty box

Newswire
Apr 5th, 2023
Climate-Tech Startup INOVUES Raises $2.75M to Help Decarbonize Buildings

INOVUES, a window technology company that provides the only solution that enables existing building facades to be retrofitted with the latest ene ...

Bollyinside
Sep 9th, 2021
TechCapital LLC hired Doug Stoveland as Chief Credit Officer and Executive Vice President on Sep 9th 21'.

Tech CU (Technology Credit Union) announced today that Doug Stoveland has joined the company as its new Chief Credit Officer and Executive Vice President.

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