Will offer nationally recognized training through Advisors Plus to help credit unions advance operational excellence

St. Petersburg, Fla. (Oct. 30, 2025) – Velera, the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated financial technology solutions provider, today announced it has earned Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt accreditation from The Council for Six Sigma Certification (CSSC), a globally recognized accrediting body in the Six Sigma industry.

Built on time-tested operational approaches in manufacturing and quality assurance, Lean Six Sigma is a leading methodology for improving business processes by reducing inefficiencies, eliminating waste and driving measurable performance improvements. The Yellow Belt level equips employees with foundational skills to identify optimization opportunities and contribute to stronger, more effective operations across the organization.

With this recognition, Velera is now registered as an Accredited Internal Provider, confirming that its training curriculum meets the rigorous national standards set forth in the CSSC’s Accreditation Standards. Moving forward, the company will offer its accredited certification program to credit unions through Advisors Plus, giving them access to best-in-class training that supports process improvements, increases efficiency and improves the member experience. By participating in the accredited program, credit unions can apply proven methodologies to reduce waste and streamline operations. This approach delivers measurable, lasting results, giving credit unions a competitive advantage backed by industry-leading expertise.

“As member expectations rise and competition from big banks and fintechs intensifies, credit unions need proven strategies to stay ahead,” said Ryan Myers, senior vice president, Advisors Plus, Velera. “Our accredited training will give them a competitive edge, equipping teams to optimize operations and reinvest savings into better member service.”

Velera will also provide certification internally for all employees, supporting ongoing skill development and professional growth across the company.

“This recognition marks an important milestone for Velera, reinforcing our commitment to operational excellence and continuous improvement,” said Breann Pauley, senior vice president, Learning and Operational Excellence, Velera. “Lean Six Sigma certification will make us more efficient as an organization, while enhancing our ability to help clients streamline and elevate processes that directly affect speed and service quality.”

About Velera

Velera is the nation’s premier payments credit union service organization (CUSO) and an integrated financial technology solutions provider. With over four decades of industry experience and a commitment to service excellence and innovation, the company serves more than 4,000 financial institutions throughout North America, operating with velocity to help its clients keep pace with the rapid momentum of change and fuel growth in the new era of financial services. Velera leverages its expertise and resources on behalf of credit unions and their members, offering an end-to-end product portfolio that includes payment processing, fraud and risk management, data and analytics, digital banking, instant payments, strategic consulting, collections, ATM and POS networks, shared branching and 24/7/365 member support via its contact centers. For more information, visit velera.com.

About Advisors Plus

Founded in 2004, Advisors Plus offers strategic consulting services dedicated to helping financial institutions deliver the best possible outcomes for consumers’ financial health. Through collaborative engagement, data-driven insights and deep industry expertise, Advisors Plus crafts tailored strategies that drive measurable growth. The team offers a comprehensive suite of consulting and marketing services – including payments, digital transformation, risk mitigation, lifecycle campaigns, card portfolio analysis, organizational effectiveness and full-service marketing support – designed to help financial institutions optimize performance, strengthen community impact and achieve lasting success. For more information on Advisors Plus, a Velera company, visit advisorsplus.com.