Pioneer Services Articles - 2014
December 23, 2014
At Pioneer Services, giving back has been part of the company’s culture since it was founded in 1932. These efforts get kicked into high gear during the holiday season and this year was no different, as teams from across the company gave back in numerous ways.
November 24, 2014
A recent survey from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling and Pioneer Services showed that three out of four service members have financial worries—and those concerns could have an impact on holiday spending. To help service members and military families spend smart and keep within their budgets this year, Pioneer Services created HolidaySpendingPlanner.org.
November 22, 2014
Pioneer Services opened another office location in November—this time, in Lakewood, Wash. The office is staffed with experienced representatives who understand your unique financial situation.
November 19, 2014
Pioneer Services officially opened a new office in Killeen, Texas, that will provide financial services to military families serving at nearby Fort Hood.
September 16, 2014
Pioneer Services’ continuing efforts to create a user-friendly, secure, and informative website for its military customers were recognized recently when the American Business Awards named PioneerMilitaryLoans.com as the winner of a 2014 gold “Stevie” award for “Best Website - Banking and Financial Services.” The company took top honors over other industry leaders like John Hancock Investments and State Street Global Advisors.
July 10, 2014
Pioneer Services was recognized by the American Business Awards for its efforts to give back to the communities it serves, as well as the company’s social media outreach efforts. It marks the seventh time in the past 10 years the company has been recognized by these industry awards.
June 27, 2014
The APEX Awards are an annual competition that recognizes some of the best communication materials in the country from some of the biggest names in business. Pioneer Services is proud to announce that its Blog for Military Families was selected as a winner in the 2014 competition.
June 5, 2014
For the third year in a row, Ragan’s PR Daily has honored Pioneer Services by naming it a finalist in the PR Daily awards. The company was recognized in 2012 and 2013 for its corporate social responsibility—this year, Pioneer Services’ blog and mobile strategy are up for this prestigious award.
May 15, 2014
Pioneer Services partnered with the National Foundation for Credit Counseling and Harris Poll to conduct a financial survey of military personnel. The survey revealed some worrying trends when it comes to the financial behaviors among service members.
May 2, 2014
Pioneer Services’ Chief Administrative Officer Jodi Vickery was named to Ingram’s magazine’s “40 Under Forty” list for 2014. The award honors those in the Kansas City business community who have a track record of leadership in their companies and commitment to their community.
April 1, 2014
April is designated as “Month of the Military Child” and Pioneer Services is celebrating by offering information focused on military children.
February 21, 2014
Saving money is the smart thing to do, but it’s not always something families can do easily. So we’re sharing blogs and an article designed to help military families find ways to save money this year.
January 16, 2014
Tom Holcom, Pioneer Services’ chief executive officer, retired effective Dec. 31, 2013. Holcom had been with the company for more than 28 years. Joe Freeman, 43, current president and chief operating officer for Pioneer, has assumed the CEO role.