CO-OP Financial Services

About CO-OP Financial Services

CO-OP Financial Services, operating as Velera, is a financial technology cooperative serving credit unions across the United States. It provides payment processing, digital banking platforms, ATM and shared-branch networks, fraud management and data analytics tools. The organization enables credit unions to offer members secure, modern banking experiences comparable to large banks while maintaining cooperative ownership and governance. Services include credit, debit and prepaid card processing, online and mobile banking solutions, real-time payments and contactless technologies. Founded in 1981, the company rebranded its technology arm to Velera in 2023 to emphasize innovation and growth in the fintech sector.