Alabama ONE Merges With Brewton Mill Federal Credit Union

TUSCALOOSA, AL — Alabama ONE Credit Union on Thursday announced a merger with Brewton Mill Federal Credit Union (BMFCU).

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The Tuscaloosa-based financial institution says the merger was approved by the membership of Brewton Mill Federal Credit Union and made effective Sept. 1.

Alabama ONE said explained that the merger will extend Alabama ONE's footprint into Conecuh and Escambia counties in south Alabama. Following the merger, the organization will operate under the Alabama ONE brand.

"We are thrilled to welcome Brewton Mill Federal Credit Union into the Alabama ONE family," Alabama ONE CEO Bill Wells said. "This strategic merger aligns with our mission to empower our members and communities by providing greater access to comprehensive financial services."

Alabama ONE also said the transaction was pursued in a bid to boost the range of services for the members of BMFCU.

BMFCU CEO Linda Williamson then emphasized the alignment of values and goals between the two institutions as representing a key factor in the decision.

"We conducted an extensive search within our area looking for an opportunity like this," said Williamson. "Alabama ONE not only shares our values, but they exceeded our hopes for a credit union that we can merge with to continue our traditions of excellent service, expertise, and fostering an environment our members and employees want to be a part of."

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