Falcon Heights, Minnesota - SPIRE Credit Union has been honored with a Certificate of Appreciation from the United States Attorney’s Office and the Department of Justice, recognizing its exemplary efforts to collaborate with law enforcement on combatting financial crimes.

The award was presented at a regional Bank Secrecy Act Conference held at the Minneapolis Federal Reserve.  Attendees represented law enforcement agencies and financial institutions.  SPIRE was one of only four financial institutions in the Midwest recognized by the United States Attorney’s Office.

Accomplishments that contributed to SPIRE receiving the award include going above and beyond what is expected for relationship-building with law enforcement, as well as robust anti-money laundering policies and procedures.  SPIRE regularly collaborates on financial crimes cases, working with both local and national agencies, including: the Internal Revenue Service, Federal Bureau of Investigation, Department of Justice, United States Attorney’s Office and local police departments.

"This award is not easily obtained.  The U.S. Attorney’s office doesn’t present awards like this annually, which makes this a huge honor for SPIRE,” says Shannon Barrett, SPIRE’s Financial Crimes & Fraud Manager.

“Our financial crimes and fraud prevention team is top-notch,” said Dan Stoltz, SPIRE President/CEO. “It’s so gratifying to see their diligence rewarded and applauded!”

About SPIRE Credit Union: A full-service financial institution, proudly serving Minnesota and Wisconsin residents since 1934. SPIRE is committed to providing smart products, great rates and excellent service with a goal to improve the financial lives for both personal and business members. SPIRE has 18 branches across the metro and throughout northern Minnesota.  To learn more about SPIRE, please visit www.myspire.com.