Signet Federal Credit Union Wins Two National Awards at 2026 CU Times Luminaries
Western Kentucky credit union earns Excellence in Marketing and Rising Star honors, becoming one of only two credit unions nationwide to receive multiple awards.
PADUCAH, KY | November 10, 2026 — Signet Federal Credit Union® has earned two national honors at the 2026 CU Times Luminaries Awards, receiving Excellence in Marketing for its Voices of the Vault campaign and the Rising Star Award for Vice President of Marketing and Communications Katelynn Rowe. Signet was one of only two credit unions nationwide to receive multiple honors during the awards ceremony. Both awards were presented in the $1 Billion and Below asset category, recognizing Signet's leadership in marketing innovation, community storytelling, and workforce development.
"These awards are more than marketing achievements. They're a reflection of who we are as a credit union," said Katelynn Rowe, Vice President of Marketing and Communications at Signet Federal Credit Union®. "Every event our employees volunteer for, every member we help, and every community initiative we support plays a part in the story we're telling. To see those efforts recognized nationally is incredibly meaningful, especially for a community credit union like ours."
Signet received the Excellence in Marketing Award for its Voices of the Vault campaign, a video storytelling series featuring former CEOs who helped shape the credit union's history. The campaign preserves the institution's legacy while connecting its founding values to the communities it serves today. With this latest recognition, Voices of the Vault has become a four-time national award-winning campaign, demonstrating the impact of authentic storytelling in financial services.
Rowe was also named the 2026 Rising Star Award recipient for credit unions with $1 billion or less in assets. The national recognition highlights her leadership in marketing, community engagement, and workforce development, including initiatives that strengthen partnerships between local businesses, educational institutions, and students pursuing technical careers.
"While I'm incredibly honored to receive this recognition personally, what makes it special is knowing that none of this would be possible without the incredible people I get to work alongside every day," Rowe added. "We may be a smaller credit union compared to some of the organizations recognized nationally, but we continue to prove that you don't have to be the biggest to make a big impact."
Founded in 1939 by railroad workers in Paducah, Signet has maintained a commitment to the credit union philosophy of "people helping people." From its humble beginnings in a railroad freight house to becoming a financial institution serving more than 20,000 members across Western Kentucky, Signet continues to build its reputation through community involvement, financial education, and member-focused service.
The fifth annual CU Times Luminaries Awards recognized 27 winners selected from 231 finalists nationwide, celebrating excellence across the credit union industry. Signet's two victories represent an achievement for the organization and the Western Kentucky communities it serves.
To learn more about the 2026 CU Times Luminaries Awards and see the complete list of national winners, visit CU Times' official announcement.
About Signet Federal Credit Union®
Established in June 1939, Signet Federal Credit Union® is the oldest financial institution founded, currently operating, and headquartered in Paducah, Kentucky. Originally established to serve railroad employees and their families, Signet has grown into a community-focused financial cooperative serving more than 20,000 members across 11 counties in Western Kentucky. Guided by the philosophy of "people helping people," Signet provides personalized financial services, financial education, and community outreach initiatives designed to strengthen the financial well-being of its members and the communities it serves. To learn more, visit www.signetfcu.com.