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We’re excited to continue to put down roots in more cities across Louisiana. No matter our size, we remain rooted within each of our branch communities. These roots keep us dedicated to supporting and building relationships with our members. We are honored to have a new home for our financial family in Ascension Parish, and we wanted to give back …
Are you or someone you know interested in a career in financial services and have a passion for team leadership? A career as a branch manager might be the right fit for you. We talked with Branch Manager J T Thomas to learn more about what a day in the life of a Pelican Branch Manager looks like. J T …
It’s extremely important to get started on the path to financial success when you’re younger. That’s why we love visiting our local schools and teaching kids financial literacy—we know we’re making a positive impact on how they view their finances now and in the future. But what can you do to help teach your kids how to save and the …
The best way to serve a community is to invest in the people that live there. As Your Financial Family for LifeSM, we strive to serve you financially and support your Louisiana community. We wanted to show our support in Ascension Parish by giving back to our new branch community in Prairieville. On Tuesday morning of May 23, 2017, we …
I enjoy doing my part and giving back to others when I can. Animal-focused and local charities hold a special place in my heart, and each for their own reasons. The animal-focused charities get their start due to one individual having an enormous heart and passion for animals that can’t speak up for themselves, and the local charities are started …
Ask anyone at Pelican what it’s like to work here, and they’ll tell you it’s like being a part of one big, happy family. From bridal showers to family support, Pelican’s workplace culture has been and will remain a family-focused atmosphere. We believe that by having a team dedicated to putting the utmost care into the quality of our team …
Each year, we get the pleasure of sponsoring and presenting two of our favorite festivals in Louisiana—the Denham Springs Antiques Village Spring and Fall Festivals! The festivals are hosted by the Denham Springs Antiques Merchant Association (DSAMA for short), and thousands of people come out throughout the day to support the local businesses in our community. It’s not called the …
The flood in August set back many residents and businesses in Louisiana, including Pelican and its team members. During the flood, the branch took on four feet of water, ruining most of the contents inside. Pelican’s team members jumped in to do everything they could to get each other and their community back on their feet. As soon as it …
Ask anyone in Louisiana, and they’ll agree that there are few things in life better than an excellent po’boy. To have a truly great po’boy, it’s got to have the “holy trinity” of po’boys—great bread, amazing toppings and dressed perfectly. In Louisiana, there are plenty of options to choose from when it comes to great po’boys. Some po’boys truly outdo …
Liz Fuselier and her husband Dennis have been members of Pelican State Credit Union for over 10 years. When Mrs. Liz decided to pursue her vision of Sassy Oil and Vinegar, it was no surprise that they chose to take their Pelican family along on their journey. Sassy Oil and Vinegar is a specialty oil and vinegar shop that has …
I’ll never forget August of 2016. August 12 started off as a normal day for me. I got off of work and left to get my son from daycare. When we got home, I did what I always do—watch the news. Since I’ve been through bad storms before, I wasn’t really worried about the weather all day. When I saw …
One of the best parts of our job is serving our members and their communities. When we grow and add a new branch and new team members to a community, we are able to take a more hands-on approach at working to make our members’ financial lives even better. It’s part of Pelican’s mission to give back in any way …
