Pathways Financial Credit Union & SMART Federal Credit Union Announce Intent to Merge
Subject to Regulatory Approval
CLAWSON, MI – September 26, 2024 – McQueen Financial Advisors provided exclusive financial advisory services.
On November 1, 2024, Pathways Financial Credit Union acquired SMART Federal Credit Union, welcoming its members into the Pathways family. This merger provides SMART members with expanded financial services, enhanced banking technology, and access to a larger network of branches throughout Central Ohio, Dayton, and Southwest Ohio.
“Pathways is excited to expand its network of locations in Columbus and bring the future of banking to a larger audience,” said Greg Kidwell, President of Pathways. Pathways’ presence in Clintonville adds to the area’s existing financial institutions, offering members an expanded range of financial products and services. The credit union’s approach prioritizes accessibility, competitive rates, and member-focused service.
About Pathways Financial Credit Union
Pathways Financial Credit Union is a member owned, not for profit full service financial institution with assets of over $584 million, serving over 49,000 consumer and business members with 12 branch locations throughout Central Ohio, the Dayton / Springfield area, and Southern Ohio.
About SMART Federal Credit Union
SMART Federal Credit Union is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution dedicated to serving the education community in Central Ohio. Founded in 1952 as the Franklin County School Employees Federal Credit Union, it has built a legacy of providing personal, high-quality financial services based on the philosophy of "People Helping People".
About McQueen Financial Advisors
McQueen Financial is a nationwide financial advisory firm serving financial institutions since 1999. McQueen advises on ~25% of all Credit Union / Credit Union Mergers nationwide, annually.
Transaction Leads
Dan Martin
Director of Transaction Advisory & Valuation
Noah Erxleben
Associate