Community Forum Website Draws Participants from across Arizona for a Virtual
"One-Stop-Shop" on Coping with the Economy
PHOENIX--(Business Wire)--
Since launching the community website three months ago, thousands of Arizonans
have discovered www.HelpingAZ.com as a reliable, informational forum aimed at
providing a virtual "one-stop-shop" on surviving the economy. Created by Arizona
State Credit Union, HelpingAZ.com has provided information to more than 3,000
site visitors with over 450 posts, confirming the site as a viable conversation
tool for Arizonans.
"We are pleased with how the community has responded to the website, not only in
terms of registered users, but the valuable content and conversations posted by
community members," Paul B. Stull, senior vice president of marketing, Arizona
State Credit Union, said. "It is truly an example of how a community pulls
together in a time of need, and Arizona State Credit Union is proud to be a part
of that movement."
The site`s purpose is simple - bringing Arizonans together to overcome economic
and financial hardship by offering tips, resources and suggestions - all powered
by members of the community. Upon a simple, free site registration, participants
find the latest news, job listings, and local economic information, as well as
engaging in conversations posted on the boards.
HelpingAZ.com is the first-ever social media website designed to help Arizonans
who have been impacted by the economy. Last month, Arizona State Credit Union
was recognized for the groundbreaking website when it was awarded a Hermes
Creative Award in an international competition honoring creative professionals
who concept, write and design traditional and emerging media.
Fast Facts About HelpingAZ.com
Continuing Arizona State Credit Union`s tradition of people helping people by
offering:
* A virtual "one-stop-shop" of economic resources, news, tips and information
sharing by members of the community.
* Registration on the site is free and simple, giving users access to a wide
range of information all powered by members of the community.
* Features forums such as "Sound Off," "Information Exchange," "Need a Job" and
"Helpful Resources."
About Arizona State Credit Union
Arizona State Credit Union is a $1.3 billion full service not-for-profit
financial cooperative with a statewide branch network serving the people of
Arizona. More than 133,000 Arizonans turn to Arizona State Credit Union for
outstanding service and value. Arizona State Credit Union has grown dramatically
since its founding in 1951, providing a full line of financial products and
services at 21 branches across the state. Nearly 60 years of excellence and
outstanding customer service has helped the Credit Union become a three-time
winner of Arizona Business Magazine`s Ranking Arizona, and a three-time
recipient of the Peter Barron Stark & Associates Award for Workplace Excellence.
Arizona State Credit Union is headquartered in Phoenix, and welcomes membership
from businesses and individuals throughout the state. Reach us at 800.671.1098
or visit us at www.azstcu.org.
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Arizona State Credit Union, Phoenix
Paul B. Stull, 602-467-4062
paul.stull@azstcu.org
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