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      <title>FirstOntario Credit Union Selects ASAPP to Deliver Industry-Leading Omnichannel Account and Lending Origination Solution for Its Members</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p class="subheadline">Stoney Creek and Toronto, ON</p><p>Toronto, ON -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/">ReleaseWire</a>) -- 07/10/2020 --  FirstOntario Credit Union has selected the ASAPP OXP | Omnichannel Experience Platform as its in-branch, digital and mobile account and lending origination solution. The ASAPP platform will allow both prospective and existing Members to open retail and business accounts, apply for loans, lines-of-credit and mortgages, in-branch, online, and from a mobile device, anytime and anywhere.<br />
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"We are committed to delivering an exceptional experience, no matter which way people choose to do their banking with us", said Dave Schurman, COO, FirstOntario. "Through the ASAPP platform, people will have the ability to decide when and how to open accounts and lending products, and the flexibility to choose how to complete the transaction through a variety of service channels." <br />
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FirstOntario has already kick-started the implementation and configuration process and expects to be able to originate new lending products via ASAPP&apos;s omnichannel experience platform by Q4-2020. The solution will deliver an engaging experience and provide team efficiency and effectiveness gains, especially as FirstOntario looks to integrate the solution with its Temenos core banking software in the future. <br />
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"Choosing ASAPP was about more than just the technology platform", added Schurman. "ASAPP shares our vision for establishing a strategic partnership versus a client-supplier relationship, which is very important to us as we work together to implement, configure and deliver this solution."<br />
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ASAPP&apos;s streamlined and paperless approach to application management and its unique and highly configurable lending decision matrix will allow FirstOntario to be immediately responsive to prospective Members&apos; lending needs. In turn, this will support FirstOntario&apos;s team in serving over 120,000 existing Members and expanding the credit union&apos;s community reach to attract new people looking for financial services and advice. <br />
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JR Pierman, ASAPP&apos;s President and CEO, is excited to announce the 5-year licensing agreement with FirstOntario as its third credit union Client-Partner within the Ontario market and 61st licensed credit union brand in Canada. "We are very proud that FirstOntario has selected the ASAPP OXP | omnichannel experience platform and we are already working hard to ensure the initial implementation and configuration results in a great solution launch this fall," said Pierman. <br />
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FirstOntario will be the first ASAPP Client-Partner to take advantage of a new Digital Agency Services offering for initial product launch support as part of the new licensing agreement. <br />
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About ASAPP Financial Technology<br />
ASAPP delivers Custom Experience Software and Digital Agency Services that create sustainable competitive advantages for regulated financial service providers as they compete against direct-to-consumer fintech solutions. ASAPP OXP is Canada&apos;s most complete omnichannel experience platform for the financial services industry. To learn more, please visit us today at asappbanking.com.<br />
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About FirstOntario Credit Union<br />
FirstOntario is a full service cooperative financial institution, serving Members for over 80 years throughout the Golden Horseshoe, Niagara Region and Southwestern regions of Ontario. With $5.8 billion in assets under management, FirstOntario is one of Canada&apos;s largest credit unions. Everyone is welcome to be part of FirstOntario for financial services including daily transactions, mortgages, lines of credit, loans and investments. FirstOntario profits are invested into the communities we serve through support for entrepreneurs, competitive rates and charitable pursuits including our award-winning student nutrition program. Learn more about us today at FirstOntario.com.<br />
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For Media Inquiries <br />
JR Pierman, President &amp; CEO<br />
ASAPP Financial Technology Inc.<br />
705.257.8503<br />
jr.pierman@asappbanking.com<br />
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Stacey Marshall. Manager<br />
Communications and Public Relations<br />
FirstOntario Credit Union<br />
905-387-2133<br />
Stacey.Marshall@FirstOntario.com</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>JR Pierman<br />President &amp; CEO<br />ASAPP Financial Technology Inc.<br />Telephone: 1-705-257-8503<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/contact/1296495">Click to Email JR Pierman</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://asappbanking.com">http://asappbanking.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=1296495&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2020 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>League Data Selects ASAPP as the Account and Loan Origination Solution for Atlantic Credit Unions</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p class="subheadline">HALIFAX, NS / TORONTO, ON</p><p>Toronto, ON -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/">ReleaseWire</a>) -- 02/03/2020 --  ASAPP Financial Technology Inc. and League Data Ltd.  are pleased to announce the two companies have entered into a long-term Multi-Tenant Software Licensing Agreement that will include software licensing rights, configuration and implementation of the ASAPP OXP | omnichannel experience platform to the 46 Atlantic credit unions supported by League Data Ltd.<br />
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The agreement, effective March 1, 2020 provides the capability for Atlantic credit unions to fully engage with their members using the ASAPP solution across in-branch, digital and mobile channels to open accounts and apply for loans.<br />
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"During the past year, working with our partners and participating credit unions, we were able to vet ASAPP&apos;s software and their team&apos;s capabilities while making progress on our digital transformation journey," says Chad Griffin, CIO, League Data. "We are excited to have selected ASAPP to partner with over the next 4-years as we strive to provide a better digital account and lending experience for Atlantic Credit Unions."<br />
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"We are very proud to have been selected by League Data and are excited to rollout ASAPP as part of the Atlantic Credit Unions&apos; digital transformation journey across 4 provinces, 46 Credit Unions, over 141 branches and over 330,000 members," noted JR Pierman, President &amp; CEO, ASAPP. "During the past 10-months our team has had the opportunity to work with a great group of energized and member-focused professionals at League Data, Atlantic Central and through our pilot credit unions. We can&apos;t wait to continue the rollout across the rest of the region and deliver even bigger results!"<br />
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For more information about League Data Ltd. and the digital transformation journey for Atlantic credit unions, please contact League Data. To learn more about the ASAPP OXP | omnichannel experience platform or to schedule a demo for your organization, please <a class="extlink"  target="_blank"  rel="nofollow noopener" title="click here" href="http://asappbanking.com/demo/">click here</a>.<br />
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About ASAPP Financial Technology<br />
ASAPP delivers Custom Experience Software and Digital Agency Services that create sustainable competitive advantages for regulated financial service providers as they compete against direct-to-consumer fintech solutions. ASAPP OXP is Canada&apos;s most complete omnichannel experience platform for the financial services industry.<br />
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About League Data<br />
As Chief Information Officer (CIO) for the Atlantic System, League Data Ltd. provides technology leadership in the area of banking solutions, aligned with regional and national credit union system initiatives that support member growth and system efficiencies. League Data provides over 50 seamless, fully integrated technology solutions from key vendors to deliver a member-first experience while meeting the evolving banking needs of both credit unions and their members. Through leadership and innovation, League Data engages with Atlantic Canadian credit unions to understand their strategies, ensuring organizational development and support remains relevant and responsive to their needs.<br />
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For Media Inquiries  <br />
Tony Dunham, SVP Sales &amp; Marketing<br />
ASAPP Financial Technology Inc.<br />
705.297.2276 <br />
tony.dunham@asappbanking.com<br />
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Darren Johnson, Digital Communications<br />
League Data Ltd.<br />
902.493.2536<br />
djohnson@leaguedata.ca</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>Tony Dunham<br />SVP Sales &amp; Marketing<br />ASAPP OXP<br />Telephone: 1-705-297-2276<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/contact/1274010">Click to Email Tony Dunham</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://asappbanking.com">http://asappbanking.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=1274010&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2020 08:45:00 -0600</pubDate>
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      <title>DUCA Teams with ASAPP to Deliver Best-in-Class Digital Onboarding Experiences to Its Members</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p>Toronto, ON -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/">ReleaseWire</a>) -- 10/01/2019 --  DUCA Financial Services Credit Union Ltd., (DUCA) one of the fastest growing credit unions in Canada, has selected ASAPP as its preferred partner for in-branch and digital account origination. The ASAPP OXP omnichannel experience platform will allow both prospective and existing Members to open retail and business accounts, including the selection of multiple products in a complete, end-to-end online process, from any device. <br />
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Doug Conick, DUCA&apos;s President and CEO, cites Member experience as the key factor in the decision process: "Having an omnichannel onboarding tool that allows us to create a seamless experience for our Members is a key part of our service delivery strategy." He added, "We understand the importance of providing our Members with choices on when, where and how they want to do their banking. With services such as online and mobile banking, our Member Connect Call Centre and now ASAPP, we&apos;re able to provide the anywhere, anytime, any device access Members have come to expect." <br />
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DUCA also anticipates a significant benefit from increased back office efficiency thanks to a streamlined, paperless approach to application management and full integration with the Fiserv DNA core banking system currently being implemented. "By leveraging the tools available in ASAPP, our branch teams will be able to spend more time focusing on activities that have a greater impact on our Members&apos; financial health," added Vinay Venugopal, SVP, Information Technology at DUCA. <br />
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JR Pierman, ASAPP&apos;s President and CEO, is excited about the partnership and how the visions of the two organizations align. "DUCA is forward-thinking and is never satisfied with the status quo. They are always looking to push the envelope in search of a better Member experience. ASAPP shares these philosophies — always looking for solutions to help us serve the changing needs of our Client-Partners." He added, "DUCA has been an important Client-Partner of our parent company, Lucidia, for the past 6 years, helping us establish our roots in the account origination space in late 2013. We are proud to be an important part of this next step in DUCA&apos;s digital evolution."<br />
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About ASAPP Financial Technology <br />
ASAPP OXP is Canada&apos;s most complete omnichannel experience platform for the financial services industry. ASAPP delivers Customer Experience Software, Software Support and Digital Agency Services to provide best-in-class member experiences that help our Client-Partners achieve greater ROI. For more information <a class="extlink"  target="_blank"  rel="nofollow noopener" title="click here." href="http://<a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="https://www.asappbanking.com/" href="https://www.asappbanking.com/">https://www.asappbanking.com/</a>">click here.</a><br />
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About DUCA Financial Services Credit Union <br />
DUCA Financial Services Credit Union Ltd. (DUCA) was formed in 1954 and has grown from a single branch Credit Union in Toronto to branches across the GTA and Central Ontario with over 70,000 Members. DUCA provides comprehensive banking services to both individuals and businesses through an innovative Co-Operative Banking model. With no-fee banking, attractive mortgage and lending rates, a Profit Sharing program that rewards Members, and a commitment to communities, DUCA is an excellent alternative to traditional banking institutions. For more information <a class="extlink"  target="_blank"  rel="nofollow noopener" title="click here." href="http://<a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="https://www.duca.com/" href="https://www.duca.com/">https://www.duca.com/</a>">click here.</a></p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>JR Pierman<br />President &amp; CEO<br />ASAPP Financial Technology<br />Telephone: 1-705-257-8503<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/contact/1261590">Click to Email JR Pierman</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://asappbanking.com">http://asappbanking.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=1261590&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2019 08:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>ASAPP Financial Technology and Celero Develop New Integration Capabilities for Credit Unions</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p class="subheadline">ASAPP team will be showcasing the new integration at Celero’s Fintech Conference from October 1 to 3.</p><p>Toronto, ON -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/">ReleaseWire</a>) -- 09/30/2019 --  ASAPP and Celero are proud to announce ASAPP&apos;s integration to the DNA core banking system through Celero&apos;s Integration Service. This integration enables the ability to open member share, chequing and savings accounts, by utilizing the ASAPP OXP | omnichannel experience platform.<br />
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Based on CUFX Standards, this development provides credit unions with another option to connect the ASAPP platform and offers future integration capabilities between ASAPP OXP modules, core banking systems and other software solutions.<br />
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"Our Integration Service is designed to enable our strategic partners, like ASAPP, to deliver their innovative solutions to credit unions. It&apos;s through this type of seamless and affordable connection that Celero and our partners are enabling credit unions to be nimble and responsive to their members&apos; needs," says Simon Vincent, Executive Vice President of Banking and Omnichannel Solutions and Services at Celero.<br />
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The ASAPP team will be demonstrating the integration at the upcoming Celero Fintech Conference in Montreal.  <br />
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"We are excited to be an Emerald sponsor for the Celero Fintech Conference and to be hosting our first Partner Forum today in Montreal in conjunction with the Conference. Our ongoing strategic partnership with Celero allows our team to develop solutions and offer services that support the digital transformation needs of our credit union Client-Partners," says JR Pierman, President &amp; CEO at ASAPP.<br />
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The integration is part of the strategic partnership between ASAPP and Celero. While the initial focus is on basic account origination, ASAPP and Celero are working on additional enhancements in the upcoming ASAPP 9.0 release, in December 2019, such as member record updates within DNA connected to ASAPP customer relationship features. With the release of ASAPP 10.0 in June 2020, full AOS and LOS integration including registered products and secured lending products will be leveraging Celero&apos;s Integration Service to connect with the DNA core banking system.<br />
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About Celero<br />
Celero is a leading provider of digital technology and integration solutions to credit unions and financial institutions across Canada. Clients trust Celero&apos;s proven track record delivering innovative banking technologies, digital and payment solutions, cloud computing, outsourcing, IT, and advisory services. Celero offers reliability and security through its world-class hosted banking system and data centre operations.  With key partnerships across the globe, Celero also brings the scale and extensive capabilities of multinational technology companies and the focused expertise of fintech start-ups.  For more information, <a class="extlink"  target="_blank"  rel="nofollow noopener" title="click here" href="http://<a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="https://www.celero.ca/" href="https://www.celero.ca/">https://www.celero.ca/</a>">click here</a>.<br />
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About ASAPP Financial Technology<br />
ASAPP delivers Custom Experience Software and Digital Agency Services that create sustainable competitive advantages for regulated financial service providers as they compete against direct-to-consumer fintech solutions. ASAPP OXP is Canada&apos;s most complete omnichannel experience platform for the financial services industry. For more information, <a class="extlink"  target="_blank"  rel="nofollow noopener" title="click here" href="http://<a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="https://www.asappbanking.com/" href="https://www.asappbanking.com/">https://www.asappbanking.com/</a>">click here</a>.</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>JR Pierman<br />President &amp; CEO<br />ASAPP Financial Technology<br />Telephone: 1-705-257-8503<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/contact/1261584">Click to Email JR Pierman</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://asappbanking.com">http://asappbanking.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=1261584&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Sep 2019 13:16:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <title>Lucidia and Northern Credit Union Cement Partnership with ASAPP Financial Technology</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p>Toronto, ON -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/">ReleaseWire</a>) -- 07/02/2019 --  Lucidia, which began operations in Sault Ste. Marie in March 2001, is excited to announce the expansion of its software subsidiary, ASAPP Financial Technology Inc. (ASAPP).<br />
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In April 2016, with a risk-based commercial lending partnership and Northern Credit Union&apos;s support as a testing and deployment partner, Lucidia launched its ASAPP account and loan origination software into the Canadian credit union marketplace. Three years later, ASAPP has significantly grown with over 18 Credit Union brands (that represent over 10% of Canada&apos;s top-100 credit unions, outside of Quebec) currently licensing its omnichannel account and loan origination software.<br />
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Northern Credit Union and Lucidia have now taken an important step forward to strengthen their long-term relationship as critical business partners.  Effective July 1st, 2019, Northern Credit Union has become a minority shareholder in ASAPP. Northern Credit Union will appoint two directors to serve on ASAPP&apos;s board to join the four Lucidia partners (JR Pierman – President and CEO, Marty Wright – Chief Technology Officer, Bryan Soroka – Chief Creative Officer, Steve Sauve – Chief Product Officer) and Carlo Spadafora (ASAPP Shareholder / Director / Corporate Solicitor).<br />
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"Northern Credit Union has been at the forefront of our journey for the past six years," says JR Pierman. "They [Northern] originally engaged us to support the development of creative concepts for an account origination solution in 2013. Six years later, having worked directly with Northern Credit Union to realize our vision for creating Canada&apos;s most complete omnichannel account and loan origination solution, we&apos;re excited to formally welcome Northern Credit Union as our business partner in building ASAPP OXP - Canada&apos;s most complete omnichannel experience platform for the financial services industry."<br />
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As part of the transaction, Lucidia&apos;s marketing communications and web development services for the financial services industry, which have supported numerous CU Client-Partners over the past 15 years, will be incorporated into ASAPP&apos;s operations. ASAPP will now offer both Customer Experience Software and Digital Agency Services under the ASAPP OXP brand. This change directly supports ASAPP&apos;s mission to partner with Canadian financial institutions, as they compete against fintech direct-to-consumer solutions.<br />
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ASAPP&apos;s omnichannel experience platform will combine existing account and lending origination functionality with customer relationship management, customer loyalty management, enterprise content management, business analytics, campaign management and personal financial management features, all delivered through a single, integrated omnichannel portal.<br />
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Pierman added, "Without Northern&apos;s initial support through a very unique and non-traditional lending facility, we wouldn&apos;t have been able to get this venture off the ground. Beyond that, however, Northern Credit Union has truly been a strong financial, strategic and operational partner on every level of this venture. We&apos;re very happy about the success we&apos;ve already shared and looking forward to what the future holds."<br />
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"Lucidia and ASAPP have been integral in supporting Northern Credit Union&apos;s growth over the past five years," says Richard Adam, President and CEO for Northern Credit Union. "We&apos;re very excited to formalize our business partnership and continue our role as a strategic leader of this fast-paced and growing fintech venture."<br />
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Lucidia will continue to support marketing communication and web development needs for long-standing Client-Partners, including Accor Hotels (Fairmont) and Tourism Sault Ste. Marie through its Lucidia Travel + Hospitality Marketing brand.<br />
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About ASAPP Financial Technology<br />
ASAPP delivers Custom Experience Software and Digital Agency Services that create sustainable competitive advantages for regulated financial service providers as they compete against direct-to-consumer fintech solutions. ASAPP OXP is Canada&apos;s most complete omnichannel experience platform for the financial services industry. For more information, visit asappbanking.com.<br />
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Media contact:<br />
JR Pierman, President &amp; CEO<br />
705.257.8503<br />
jr.pierman@asappbanking.com<br />
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About Northern Credit Union<br />
Northern Credit Union is a full-service, locally operated financial institution, offering personal and commercial products and services and financial planning expertise to more than 72,000 member shareholders. Serving 31 Ontario communities, Northern is committed to educating members about financial literacy and providing the tools to help members achieve their financial goals.<br />
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Tony Dunham, SVP Strategy, Innovation and Operations<br />
705-253-9868 x.4711<br />
tony.dunham@northerncu.com</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>JR Pierman<br />President and CEO<br />ASAPP Financial Technology<br />Telephone: 1-705-257-8503<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/contact/1241867">Click to Email JR Pierman</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://asappbanking.com">http://asappbanking.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=1241867&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
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      <title>Celero and ASAPP Financial Technology Extend and Expand Relationship</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p>Toronto, ON -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/">ReleaseWire</a>) -- 05/07/2019 --  After two years of a successful strategic partnership, Celero and ASAPP are pleased to announce they have extended and expanded their collaborative relationship to continue to deliver innovative and integrated omnichannel solutions to credit unions and financial institutions across Canada. <br />
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Through Celero and ASAPP&apos;s partnership, nine Canadian credit unions are actively using ASAPP&apos;s account and lending origination solutions, and six more are currently implementing the platform. Collectively these 15 credit union brands have over $23B in assets under management, support over 560,000 members, and operate over 170 branches in seven provinces, representing over 10% of the total membership and assets of the Top 100 credit unions in Canada.<br />
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The renewal of the partnership, effective May 1, 2019, means that Celero will continue to act as a preferred sales and distribution partner for ASAPP&apos;s account and lending origination (AOS / LOS) modules, and promote ASAPP&apos;s expanded offering as it develops and launches its Omnichannel Experience Platform (OXP). <br />
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"The momentum over the past two years partnering with Celero has been tremendous. We are very excited about the renewal and expansion of our relationship together, especially as we expand ASAPP into a full omnichannel experience platform combining customer experience software with digital agency services," noted JR Pierman, President &amp; CEO, ASAPP.<br />
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Enabling seamless integration with digital solutions<br />
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The partnership agreement also extends Celero and ASAPP&apos;s relationship to further collaborate on developing a connector between ASAPP and Celero&apos;s Integration Service. Based on a CUFX standard, Celero&apos;s Integration Service enables secure platforms, such as a core banking system, to seamlessly connect to fintech applications. This development provides credit unions with another option to connect the ASAPP platform and offers future integration capabilities between ASAPP OXP modules and core banking systems. <br />
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"Our Integration Services provide a seamless and affordable way for credit unions to expand their digital offering to members. We see this continued partnership with ASAPP as key in continuing to strengthen our ability to deliver solutions that drive credit unions&apos; digital transformation strategies," says Simon Vincent, Executive Vice President of Banking and Omnichannel Solutions and Services at Celero.<br />
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ASAPP and Celero will be working together this summer on a planned release of the connector and will be demonstrating the ASAPP Integration Service connector at the Celero Fintech Conference in Montreal, October 1 to 3. <br />
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The partners also look forward to showcasing the ASAPP solution and discussing omnichannel strategies at the upcoming CCUA conference in Winnipeg next week.<br />
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About ASAPP Financial Technology <br />
ASAPP delivers Custom Experience Software and Digital Agency Services that create sustainable competitive advantages for regulated financial service providers as they compete against direct-to-consumer fintech solutions. ASAPP OXP is Canada&apos;s most complete omnichannel experience platform for the financial services industry. For more information, visit asappbanking.com.<br />
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About Celero <br />
Celero is a leading provider of digital technology and integration solutions to credit unions and financial institutions across Canada. Clients trust Celero&apos;s proven track record delivering innovative banking technologies, digital and payment solutions, cloud computing, outsourcing, IT, and advisory services. Celero offers reliability and security through its world-class hosted banking system and data centre operations.  With key partnerships across the globe, Celero also brings the scale and extensive capabilities of multinational technology companies and the focused expertise of fintech startups.  For more information, visit celero.ca.</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>JR Pierman<br />President &amp; CEO<br />ASAPP Financial Technology Inc.<br />Telephone: 705-257-8503<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/contact/1212160">Click to Email JR Pierman</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://asappbanking.com">http://asappbanking.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=1212160&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
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      <title>Celero, ASAPP and League Data Deliver Fintech Integration Solutions for Atlantic Credit Unions</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p>Toronto, ON -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/">ReleaseWire</a>) -- 05/06/2019 --  Celero and ASAPP are excited to offer digital adoption and integration services to credit unions in Atlantic Canada. Accelerating credit unions&apos; digital transformation journey is a priority for <a class="extlink"  target="_blank"  rel="nofollow noopener" title="Celero" href="https://www.celero.ca/">Celero</a>, <a class="extlink"  target="_blank"  rel="nofollow noopener" title="ASAPP" href="https://www.asappbanking.com/">ASAPP</a> and <a class="extlink"  target="_blank"  rel="nofollow noopener" title="League Data" href="https://leaguedata.ca/">League Data</a>, which is why the three organizations are collaborating for the first time on a six-month pilot of the ASAPP account and lending origination solution in Atlantic Canada.<br />
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"We felt that Celero was the right partner to successfully deliver this pilot project," says Chad Griffin, Director, Digital Services at League Data.<br />
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"ASAPP&apos;s omnichannel account and lending solution will streamline processes for our credit union users and deliver the speed and convenience their members are looking for," Griffin adds.<br />
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DELIVERING DIGITAL SOLUTIONS FROM COAST TO COAST<br />
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Credit unions across Canada seek out innovative financial technologies that improve their member experience and stay competitive with other financial institutions. Celero&apos;s streamlined approach to digital integration can help financial institutions of all sizes deliver an omnichannel member experience. <br />
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"This pilot with Atlantic credit unions is a great example of why we partner with innovative fintechs like ASAPP. We strive to deliver digital solutions to the entire Canadian system, and ASAPP&apos;s member-first solution transforms the account and lending origination processes and improves efficiency for our clients," says Simon Vincent, Executive Vice President of Banking and Omnichannel Solutions and Services at Celero. <br />
"We are also excited to work with a future-looking organization, like League Data, to support and strengthen the Atlantic credit union system by implementing digital solutions that deliver an unparalleled member experience," he adds.<br />
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Three Atlantic Canada credit unions, East Coast Credit Union, Bayview Credit Union and Newfoundland and Labrador Credit Union, are participating in the pilot project, which will integrate ASAPP&apos;s omnichannel account and lending origination solution into their existing core banking system to offer their members the ability to easily open new accounts and apply for loans within minutes. <br />
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"Our omnichannel account and lending origination solution streamlines processes for financial institutions, and we are excited to be working closely with the pilot credit unions supporting the implementation, core banking integration and change management efforts.  We look forward to demonstrating great results with our credit union client-partners through the pilot period," says J.R. Pierman, President and CEO at ASAPP Financial Technology. <br />
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League Data plans to share the outcome of the pilot and next steps in Fall 2019. For more information about the pilot, or to schedule a demo of ASAPP in your organization, contact info@celero.ca. <br />
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About League Data<br />
League Data is the Office of the Chief Information Officer for the Atlantic Credit Unions. Since 1975, League Data provides information technology services and support to the credit unions across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, and Prince Edward Island. League Data provides fully integrated technology solutions that credit unions require to deliver an exceptional member experience that enables growth while, reducing administration and operational costs.<br />
With relentless focus to strengthen the Credit Union System through leadership and innovation, League Data proactively improves credit union offerings through solutions such as ASAPP. <br />
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About ASAPP Financial Technology<br />
ASAPP delivers Custom Experience Software and Digital Agency Services that create sustainable competitive advantages for regulated financial service providers as they compete against direct-to-consumer fintech solutions. ASAPP OXP is Canada&apos;s most complete omnichannel experience platform for the financial services industry. For more information, visit <a class="extlink"  target="_blank"  rel="nofollow noopener" title="asappbanking.com" href="https://www.asappbanking.com/">asappbanking.com</a>.<br />
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About Celero<br />
Celero is a leading provider of digital technology and integration solutions to credit unions and financial institutions across Canada. Clients trust Celero&apos;s proven track record delivering innovative banking technologies, digital and payment solutions, cloud computing, outsourcing, IT, and advisory services. Celero offers reliability and security through its world-class hosted banking system and data centre operations.  With key partnerships across the globe, Celero also brings the scale and extensive capabilities of multinational technology companies and the focused expertise of fintech startups.  For more information, visit <a class="extlink"  target="_blank"  rel="nofollow noopener" title="celero.ca" href="https://www.celero.ca/">celero.ca</a>.</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>JR Pierman<br />President &amp; CEO<br />ASAPP Financial Technology Inc.<br />Telephone: 1-705-257-8503<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/contact/1212004">Click to Email JR Pierman</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://asappbanking.com">http://asappbanking.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=1212004&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
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      <title>Northern Credit Union and ASAPP Announce Expansion of the ASAPP Platform</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p>Toronto, ON -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/">ReleaseWire</a>) -- 05/03/2019 --  Northern Credit Union ("NCU") and ASAPP Financial Technology Inc. ("ASAPP") are excited to announce the expansion of their strategic digital partnership with the kickoff and development of three new ASAPP software modules as part of the new ASAPP OXP | omnichannel experience platform.<br />
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In October 2015, NCU became ASAPP&apos;s first omnichannel account origination Client-Partner and also ASAPP&apos;s testing and deployment partner. Since 2015, NCU has continued to expand its use of ASAPP&apos;s software to include full digital and in-branch account and lending origination for retail and small business members. Over the past three years, NCU has received over 16,000 applications, opened over 4,000 new member accounts, and approved over 4,000 loans through ASAPP&apos;s software.<br />
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In parallel, during this period, NCU has worked with ASAPP&apos;s parent company, Lucidia (a marketing communications agency) to create and build out a number of digital marketing campaigns, strategic programs and independent omnichannel tools including a member loyalty program and app, a new member onboarding process and staff dashboard, digital "flash" sale campaigns and various member lead-scoring initiatives to drive results and improve member engagement.<br />
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After spending the past year in conjunction with the Lucidia and ASAPP teams investigating various technology solutions and processes, ASAPP and NCU are working together to design, develop and launch three new software modules as part of ASAPP&apos;s overall omnichannel experience platform.<br />
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In December 2019, NCU will launch the ASAPP CRM (Customer Relationship Management), CLM (Customer Loyalty Management) and BA (Business Analytics) modules. These three modules will be integrated with the existing ASAPP AOS (Account Origination Solution) and LOS (Lending Origination Solution) through the new ASAPP OXP Team Portal. By July 2020, the ASAPP OXP Team Portal will serve as an omnichannel hub capable of launching and seamlessly sharing data and processes across eight software modules including those currently being rolled-out as well as PFM (Personal Financial Management), ECM (Enterprise Content Management) and CM (Campaign Management) modules being developed in early 2020.<br />
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In conjunction with the ASAPP OXP software expansion, ASAPP will also be incorporating all of the Digital Agency Services previously offered to the financial services industry by its parent company, Lucidia, as direct services under the ASAPP brand to support the needs of Client-Partners.<br />
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"Given the success we have experienced together with NCU over the past five years, we are excited to announce the delivery of a consolidated Customer Experience Software and Digital Agency Services offering under a single brand and single team", said JR Pierman, ASAPP President and CEO.<br />
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Marty Wright, ASAPP&apos;s Chief Technology Officer, who is leading the creation of the ASAPP OXP with NCU added: "NCU has been a tremendous Client-Partner over the past 5 years, pushing us where needed, taking risks, and sharing a vision for a new omnichannel member experience that is more efficient, more effective and more engaging. With these three new ASAPP OXP modules, NCU (and all of our CU Client-Partners) will have the opportunity to leverage their member data in new integrated ways to deliver powerful results around member acquisition, share-of-wallet-growth, and member satisfaction."<br />
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For NCU, the build out of a single integrated team portal with access to account and lending origination, customer relationship and loyalty management, and a business analytics dashboard has been a vision for several years.<br />
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Tony Dunham, NCU&apos;s SVP Strategy, Innovation and Operations, noted: "Over the past few years, we have successfully tested and learned from launching new omnichannel software, campaigns, member onboarding and member loyalty programs. Being able to pull these pieces all together in a single system with a trusted supplier-partner is a key part of Northern&apos;s vision."<br />
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"NCU understands that our members are looking for their credit union to deliver the best product solutions and premier relationships across all channels whenever and wherever they need. NCU is committed to do that in a way that supports our members while being efficient and effective and having high-levels of staff engagement. Partnering to deliver ASAPP OXP lets us do that in a unique way that we control", added: Richard Adam, NCU&apos;s Senior Vice President – Finance &amp; Administration and incoming President and CEO.<br />
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The ASAPP and NCU teams, including JR, Marty, Tony and Richard will all be in attendance at the upcoming CCUA National Conference in Winnipeg from May 5th – 8th and are happy to share their experiences to-date and future vision around ASAPP OXP.<br />
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About Northern Credit Union<br />
Northern Credit Union is a full-service, locally operated financial institution, offering personal and commercial products and services and financial planning expertise to more than 70,000 member shareholders. Serving 31 Ontario communities, Northern is committed to educating members about financial literacy and providing the tools to help members achieve their financial goals.  For more information, visit northerncu.com.<br />
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About ASAPP Financial Technology<br />
ASAPP delivers Custom Experience Software and Digital Agency Services that create sustainable competitive advantages for regulated financial service providers as they compete against direct-to-consumer fintech solutions. ASAPP OXP is Canada&apos;s most complete omnichannel experience platform for the financial services industry. For more information, visit asappbanking.com.<br />
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Media Contacts:<br />
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Tony Dunham<br />
SVP Strategy, Innovation and Operations<br />
Northern Credit Union<br />
P: 705.253.9868 ext. 4711<br />
tony.dunham@northerncu.com<br />
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JR Pierman<br />
President &amp; CEO<br />
ASAPP Financial Technology<br />
P: 705.257.8503<br />
jr.pierman@asappbanking.com</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>JR Pierman<br />President &amp; CEO<br />ASAPP Financial Technology Inc.<br />Telephone: 705-257-8503<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/contact/1210920">Click to Email JR Pierman</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.asappbanking.com">http://www.asappbanking.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=1210920&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
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      <title>ASAPP Partners to Launch Flinks Financial Data Gateway as Part of the ASAPP Omni-Channel Account and Loan Origination Solution</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p>Toronto, ON and Montreal, QC -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/">ReleaseWire</a>) -- 07/23/2018 --  Canadian-based fintech start-ups ASAPP Online Solutions and Flinks have created a dynamic partnership to connect Account and Lending origination with over 250,000,000 Canadian financial accounts.  <br />
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By launching Flinks as an embedded component within ASAPP&apos;s omni-channel account and lending origination solution, financial institutions will be able to realize instant digital KYC information including: name, address, email, and phone number, instant verification for institution, transit and account number, insight into 12 months of account transaction history, and real-time balance verification and product cross-sell / upsell recommendations.<br />
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The addition of Flinks technology is a dramatic enhancement to the ASAPP experience, allowing financial institutions a level of automation, speed and security that would otherwise not be possible," says Ryan Yates, VP Marketing &amp; Operations for ASAPP Online Solutions Inc. "More than that, it&apos;s another terrific example of the innovation that ASAPP represents, and what it can offer to credit unions, banks and their respective members and customers."<br />
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Yves-Gabriel Leboeuf, Flinks CEO, adds, "Partnering with other forward-thinking fintech&apos;s such as ASAPP shows the dynamic use cases that Flinks offers Canadian markets. We&apos;re excited to be a part of this innovative launch, and how it will expand our offering to Canadian financial institutions."<br />
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ASAPP will integrate Flinks technology into its November software release as part of a large user experience update which furthers the focus on innovation within its omni-channel account and lending origination software.<br />
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About ASAPP<br />
ASAPP delivers Canada&apos;s most complete omni-channel account and loan origination solution for retail and small business banking.  ASAPP has been developed by industry professionals including digital marketing, banking, compliance, analytics and technology experts that have ensured every last detail has been covered.  For more information, visit www.asappbanking.com<br />
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About Flinks<br />
Flinks is the only financial data aggregator dedicated to the Canadian market. Flinks is a technology partner that developed an application programming interface (API) which syncs financial apps with customers&apos; banks to verify account information, transactions, and balances in real-time. Launched in December 2016, Flinks is one of the fastest growing FinTech companies in Canada. It was recently named a finalist for the Canadian Innovation Awards. For more information, visit: <a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="https://flinks.io/" href="https://flinks.io/">https://flinks.io/</a></p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>Ryan Yates<br />VP Marketing &amp; Operations<br />ASAPP Online Solutions Inc.<br />Telephone: 1-416-915-0345<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/contact/1015228">Click to Email Ryan Yates</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://asappbanking.com">http://asappbanking.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=1015228&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
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      <title>Valeyo and ASAPP Online Solutions Expand Existing Relationship</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p>Toronto, ON -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/">ReleaseWire</a>) -- 04/30/2018 --  Valeyo and ASAPP Online Solutions ("ASAPP") are pleased to announce they are expanding their existing relationship by entering into a distribution agreement for ASAPP&apos;s retail, lending and banking solutions. This follows last October&apos;s joint announcement around a strategic alliance to incorporate Valeyo&apos;s insurance solutions within the ASAPP omni-channel account and loan origination solution.<br />
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Beginning May 1, Valeyo will be able to introduce ASAPP to its partners and explore opportunities to license, configure and implement solutions, where a need has been identified for an omni-channel account and loan origination solution to support member acquisition and growth. <br />
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"This next important step in our strategic relationship is the result of numerous discussions between our teams as they have been working together on the upcoming launch of Valeyo&apos;s creditor insurance products directly into ASAPP&apos;s loan origination module this summer," says Nicole Benson, CEO, Valeyo. "Valeyo will now have the opportunity to present ASAPP directly to partners who we believe will benefit from the solution&apos;s strong, omni-channel feature set."<br />
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Canadian credit unions are increasingly looking for their partners to work together to support their goal of delivering an improved member engagement experience in what is an increasingly competitive consumer market. <br />
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"We strongly believe that Canadian credit unions are looking for a fully integrated omni-channel solution for account and loan origination that is supported by trusted partners," says J.R. Pierman, President for ASAPP. "Valeyo will help us engage and present ASAPP to more credit unions in Canada."<br />
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ASAPP and Valeyo are both in attendance at the National Conference for Canada&apos;s Credit Unions (CCUA) this week in Toronto.  The ASAPP product team will be onsite to demonstrate why ASAPP is Canada&apos;s most complete account and loan origination solution for retail and small business banking.<br />
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About ASAPP<br />
ASAPP delivers Canada&apos;s most complete omni-channel account and loan origination solution for retail and small business banking.  ASAPP has been developed by industry professionals including digital marketing, banking, compliance, analytics and technology experts that have ensured every last detail has been covered.  <br />
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For more information, visit <a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="http://www.asappbanking.com" href="http://www.asappbanking.com">http://www.asappbanking.com</a>.<br />
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About Valeyo<br />
Valeyo is a leading Canadian-based provider of insurance and delivery solutions to the financial services industry. At Valeyo our focus is on bringing together the right products, solutions and services to help our partners thrive. It&apos;s more than a promise. It&apos;s the foundation of how we work. And for more than 40 years, we have been creating the connections with people, partners and industry to drive collaboration, revenue growth and opportunity for all our partners. <br />
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For more information, visit <a class="extlink"  rel="nofollow noopener"  target="_blank"  title="http://www.valeyo.com" href="http://www.valeyo.com">http://www.valeyo.com</a>.<br />
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Media Contacts:<br />
Jacqlyn Marcus<br />
Marketing &amp; Communications Manager, Valeyo<br />
P: 416-319-9102<br />
jacqlyn.marcus@valeyo.com<br />
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Ryan Yates<br />
VP Marketing &amp; Operations, ASAPP Online Solutions<br />
P: 647-465-8476<br />
ryan@asappbanking.com</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>Ryan Yates<br />VP Marketing &amp; Operations<br />Telephone: 416-915-0345<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/contact/970875">Click to Email Ryan Yates</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.asappbanking.com">http://www.asappbanking.com</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=970875&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div class="newsleft"><div class="newsbody"><p>Toronto, ON -- (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/">ReleaseWire</a>) -- 04/19/2018 --  WINESTONE LAVAL &amp; CO. LTD. ("WINESTONE LAVAL"), in partnership with ASAPP Online Solutions Inc. ("ASAPP"), announced a strategic partnership to develop and launch a state-of-the-art mortgage funding platform to digitally link mortgage funders with mortgage clients in a secure, easy-to-use and compliant way.<br />
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Credit unions and select financial institutions ("FIs") that are hosted on the online platform will have the "just-in-time" functionality to apply credit liquidity to select mortgage opportunities based on a range of qualified risk profiles.  This will increase efficiencies for these FIs because only mortgage applications that the FI wants to consider will be presented.  Liquidity management will also be enhanced as the FI will determine, real time, the type and volume of mortgage business it wants to participate in.  The data available on the platform will be a competitive advantage.<br />
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Integrating WINESTONE LAVAL&apos;s mortgage platform with ASAPP&apos;s proven technology solution will enhance how credit unions and other select FIs determine, refine and manage their mortgage funding requirements and, as a result, be well-positioned to serve a broader range of clients and demographics with growing mortgage needs through digital access.  <br />
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Aligning with the future of how mortgages are financed for Canadians, this cutting edge digital platform will be the first of its kind in the industry, linking mortgage seekers with mortgage funders "just-in-time," in a safe and secure environment.<br />
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"Partnering with ASAPP is a strategic step forward for our organization and will be a disrupter in the industry," says Michel Laval, President &amp; Managing Director for WINESTONE LAVAL. "In this digital world, our online platform allows us to securely connect our clients seeking specific mortgage financing options in a modern way, anywhere and at any time. Connecting mortgage seekers and mortgage funders digitally lets us fulfill our mission of making the client experience more relevant to obtain a mortgage approval."  <br />
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Ryan Yates, VP Marketing &amp; Operations for ASAPP adds, "This is another notable example of how technology can have a positive impact on how credit unions and other FIs can better serve their clients.  We&apos;re excited about our partnership with WINESTONE LAVAL and helping them realize their vision of digitally connecting qualified mortgage seekers with select mortgage funders in a real time and risk-compliant platform."<br />
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In addition to launching the new online platform, WINESTONE LAVAL will host an advisory board to continue strengthening ties between credit unions/FIs and qualified mortgage seekers.  At this event, the new marketing name for the digital platform will be revealed to the public.</p><p>For more information on this press release visit: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm">http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm</a></p></div><h2>Media Relations Contact</h2><p>Michel Laval<br />President &amp; Managing Director<br />WINESTONE LAVAL<br />Telephone: 416-939-2988<br />Email: <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/contact/966021">Click to Email Michel Laval</a><br />Web: <a rel="nofollow" href="https://winestonelaval.com/">https://winestonelaval.com/</a><br /></div><div><p><img src="https://cts.releasewire.com/v/?sid=966021&amp;s=f&amp;v=f" width="1" height="1" alt=""><span></span></p></div>]]></description>
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