Ent Credit Union, becoming Wings Credit Union, named 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Ent Credit Union, becoming Wings Credit Union, has been named a 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award (GEWA) winner for its commitment to employee engagement. The national award honors organizations that create workplaces where people feel supported, connected, and equipped to deliver strong results.
Even during a merger‑of‑equals, Gallup found that Ent continues to build a thriving, high‑performance culture. Employees report feeling valued, heard, and prepared to do their best work, reflecting a culture that stays steady and supportive during a dynamic time for the credit union.
“As a financial cooperative, we exist to help our members improve their financial quality of life,” said Lori Benton, the credit union’s senior vice president of learning, culture, and engagement. “When employees are engaged and equipped to do their best work, they deliver the guidance and care our credit union is known for. This recognition reflects the culture we’ve built together and the way our teams continue to support each other and our communities during an exciting time of transition and growth.”
Gallup’s research shows that organizations that prioritize both people and performance build stronger long‑term outcomes. Its meta-analysis is the largest workplace study ever conducted, drawing on data from more than 3.3 million employees in 347 organizations across 53 industries and 90 countries. Highly engaged organizations consistently outperform peers in customer ratings, profitability, productivity, turnover, safety, absenteeism, quality, wellbeing, and organizational citizenship.
For a complete list of GEWA winners, visit the 2026 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winners page. Learn more about the awards here.
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About Ent Credit Union, becoming Wings Credit Union
Wings Credit Union and Ent Credit Union united in a merger of equals Jan. 1, 2026, creating a stronger, member-focused financial cooperative serving nearly 1 million members with approximately $20 billion in assets. The combined credit union is transitioning to the Wings Credit Union name, with Ent-branded service centers continuing to serve members in Colorado during a phased brand transition.
Founded in 1938, Wings is headquartered in Apple Valley, Minnesota, and Ent, established in 1957, is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Together, they bring complementary strengths, shared values, and a longstanding commitment to exceptional member service. Wings will operate with dual headquarters, reflecting its continued presence in both regions. As a not-for-profit financial cooperative, Wings offers more than 90 service centers, robust digital banking capabilities, and a full suite of financial solutions. The credit union also invests deeply in the local communities it serves through philanthropy, education, and programs that promote long-term financial well-being. Both Wings and Ent were recognized by Newsweek as two of the best credit unions of 2026, underscoring their shared commitment to financial strength and an outstanding member experience.
Wings is an Equal Housing Lender and Equal Opportunity Lender, federally insured by NCUA. Learn more at WingsCU.com and Ent.com.
About Gallup
Gallup delivers analytics and advice to help leaders and organizations solve their most pressing problems. Combining more than 80 years of experience with its global reach, Gallup knows more about the attitudes and behaviors of employees, customers, students and citizens than any other organization in the world. For more information about Gallup or the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, email media@gallup.com.