Valley Strong Credit Union Included on Forbes list of the America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026 Ranking

California – Valley Strong Credit Union has been named to the Forbes list of America’s 
Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026. This prestigious recognition is presented in partnership 
with Statista, a leading global provider of market data and industry rankings. The award 
list will be announced on June 17, 2026, and will be available on the Forbes website. 

The America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026 ranking is based on an independent 
survey of thousands of U.S. consumers, as well as publicly available reviews. To be 
eligible, credit unions must have received a minimum number of evaluations, with 
awarded institutions averaging more than 635 evaluations. The ranking focuses on 
institutions that operate in 14 states or fewer and are not online-only providers, 
underscoring the importance of strong regional and community-based financial 
relationships. Institutions are evaluated based on key criteria including customer 
satisfaction, trust, financial advice, digital services, terms and conditions, and member 
service. Rankings are determined by analyzing overall performance and member 
sentiment, with top-performing credit unions in each state recognized. The number of 
awarded institutions varies by state, based on population size and the number of eligible 
institutions meeting the evaluation threshold. 

This award highlights credit unions that excel in delivering trusted, high-quality financial 
services and strong member experiences at the local level. Valley Strong is proud to be 
recognized on the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026. 

“Being named the #2 Credit Union in California by Forbes for the second year in a row is 
a tremendous honor and a reflection of the trust our Members place in us every day,” 
said Nick Ambrosini, President and CEO of Valley Strong Credit Union. “This recognition 
belongs to our dedicated Team Members, whose commitment to service, innovation, 
and community impact continues to move Valley Strong forward. We are proud to be 
recognized among the best in the state, and even more proud to remain focused on 
helping our Members and communities thrive.”


Statista 
Statista is a leading provider of market and consumer data, publishing hundreds of 
industry rankings and company listings each year in collaboration with prominent media 
partners. Its research and analysis services build on the success of statista.com, a trusted 
platform for statistics, business intelligence, and market insights. 

Valley Strong Credit Union 
Valley Strong Credit Union operates 31 branches in Kern, San Joaquin, Solano, and 
Tulare/Kings Counties, serving more than 360,000 individuals, with approximately $4 
billion in assets. Named by Forbes as the #2 Credit Union in California, it remains one of 
the largest financial institutions headquartered in the Central Valley.