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Allied Solutions, in partnership with SundaySky, proudly won the People’s Choice award at CUNA’s Operations & Member Experience Council and Technology Council Conference Speed Rounds on October 5, 2023. The event featured rapid product demonstrations, and after a rigorous selection process, winners were chosen based on panel ratings and audience feedback. SundaySky's Ian Gold and Charlie Peterson demonstrated creating an AI-generated video with Copilot. The live one-minute video showcased Copilot's capabilities, generating background music, text-to-speech voiceover, on-screen text, and a specific message. Allied Solutions’ CEO, Pete Hilger, emphasized the need for credit unions to innovate in digital engagement. He praised SundaySky’s value and announced a significant commitment to the tool. The People’s Choice award highlights the commitment of both companies to digital transformation and the transformative power of video in financial institutions. SundaySky’s solution revolutionizes video creation, allowing enterprise-wide users to create, personalize, and distribute videos through AI prompts. The self-service platform offers significant time and cost savings. The award underscores the commitment of both companies to digital transformation and reinforces the game-changing impact of video in financial institutions. Allied Solutions encourages others to explore the cutting-edge video technology. For a demo, reach out to the teams.
Allied Solutions’ Senior Vice President of Human Resources and Chief Diversity Officer, Ashima Kapur, has joined the board of directors of the Greater Indianapolis Chapter of the American Red Cross. “We are excited to welcome Ashima to our Indianapolis Board of Directors. She has a passion for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace and society. These values are at the core of the American Red Cross,” said Terry Stigdon, CEO of the American Red Cross Indiana Region. “Ashima’s leadership and expertise will be invaluable to furthering the Red Cross mission in our region,” added Stigdon. “As a new member of the board of directors, I look forward to leveraging my leadership, skills and network to help the American Red Cross,” mentioned Kapur. “Allied Solutions’ values reflect our commitment to making an impact in our communities, and I’m pleased my position on the board will help deepen our partnership with the American Red Cross.” Kapur earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in industrial psychology and organizational behavior from Delhi University. Kapur has more than 30 years of experience in human resources management, primarily in the insurance, financial services, and tech industries. Kapur joined Allied Solutions in 2013, after previously serving as the assistant vice president at OneAmerica. She joins the board of the Greater Indianapolis Chapter after previously serving on the board of the Indianapolis Urban League.
In September, Allied Solutions hosted its 14th annual United Way campaign. Through employee and corporate pledges, Allied Solutions raised $169,000 that will support 60 United Way chapters across the country. During the United Way campaign, Allied’s commitment to community extended beyond donations. The company hosted volunteer events in every community where Allied has offices. Employees volunteered at United Way partner agencies serving neighbors facing food insecurity, empowering individuals with developmental disabilities to thrive in their community and supporting the mental health and well-being of kids. The campaign theme of Empowering People. Unlocking Change. resulted in employee engagement with the campaign and awareness of the needs in the communities where we live and work. A total of 460 Allied Solutions employees participated in volunteer or campaign activities. “United Way and its partner agencies are vital links within our communities. They empower individuals to unlock change in their lives and their communities,” said Allied Solutions CEO Pete Hilger. “It’s a privilege to make an impact in our communities and support our neighbors through our annual campaign.” During the campaign, Allied Solutions also hosted a golf outing fundraiser to benefit long-time partner, the Emily Thomas Foundation. The event raised more than $180,000 that will help children reach their full potential through programs supporting educational and social development.
From May to August, 21 interns have been able to #MakeAnImpact at Allied Solution’s Carmel and St. Paul offices. Our interns got real world experience and dived into projects and events and collaborated with teams. Emily Britton, corporate marketing intern, shared “I don’t feel like I’m just an intern. [My supervisor and mentor] care about my opinion which has in turn given me more confidence in sharing my input.” Throughout the summer, interns participated in many professional development opportunities such as: • Attending a panel featuring employees who recently transitioned into the workforce. • Learning at two business etiquette luncheons. • Volunteering at Helping Veterans and Families (HVAF). • Participating in a resume building and interviewing workshop. • Hosting an open house for their final projects. • Job shadowing • And more! If you are interested in becoming an intern at Allied, let us know by emailing recruiting@alliedsolutions.net.
Each year, college students nationwide coordinate and participate in Dance Marathon fundraising events, hosted by more than 400 schools. Since 1991, Dance Marathon programs have raised $350 million for Children’s Miracle Network’s 170 children’s hospitals. The annual Dance Marathon Leadership Conference trains and prepares student leaders to host successful Dance Marathon events, while also gaining valuable leadership, communication and project management skills. Allied Solutions has been a long-time donor to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and member hospital Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis. This partnership amplifies the company’s commitment to children’s health initiatives. In addition to supporting the Dance Marathon Leadership Conference, Allied will support fall and spring events on the following campuses: Indiana University Purdue University Ball State University IUPUI Indiana State University University of Minnesota “We’re thrilled to support students doing good in their communities while developing key leadership skills through the Dance Marathon Leadership Conference and at campus events,” said Allied Solutions Senior Vice President, Human Resources and Chief Diversity Officer Ashima Kapur. “The next generation of leaders wants to make an impact, and Allied is here to empower their work.”
Allied’s human resources (HR) team has been developing and building numerous programs in the past several years with the goal of supporting employees and delivering a positive employee experience for both current and prospective employees. The talent acquisition (TA) team received an HR Impact Award from the Indianapolis Business Journal. The award recognizes the innovative strategies employed by the TA team, supported by the corporate communications and community engagement team, to reach both internal and external candidates through social networking platforms. These tactics helped the TA team achieve an above industry standard of 42 days to fill jobs in 2022. If you’re looking to start a career at Allied Solutions, our award-winning recruiters are here to help! Check out our open positions.
CEO of Allied Solutions Pete Hilger Thursday dove into the lending landscape before, during and after the pandemic and provided insights into how credit unions can adapt.
Hunger-relief organizations in the U.S. are experiencing soaring demands due to the COVID-19 crisis. To help alleviate these strains in local communities, Allied Solutions is doing their part to help support Second Helpings in Indiana, Grace Bridge Food Bank in Texas and the Food Bank of Siouxland in Iowa.
