Award recognizes expertise and reliability of First Tech’s Relocation Banking Services Program

SAN JOSE, Calif., and HILLSBORO, Ore. — November 4, 2025 — First Tech Federal Credit Union (First Tech) announced they are the recipient of Altair Global’s 2025 All-Star Award for Global Mobility Support Services. This recognition highlights the important role First Tech’s Relocation Banking Services Program plays in the global mobility ecosystem, creating seamless transitions for tech employees and companies across the globe. 

First Tech’s Relocation Banking Services Program helps with employees’ financial transition to the U.S. before arrival, during the transition and after their arrival — making the adjustment to a new country easier and minimizing “life” distractions so employees can focus on their new job. 

“Our All-Star Award for Global Mobility Support Services honors a partnership that has grown and distinguished itself through collaboration, dedication, and exceptional service to our shared clients,” said Kathryn Cassidy, president and chief operating officer of Altair Global. “We are proud to recognize First Tech Federal Credit Union for their outstanding partnership and commitment to excellence. Their expertise and reliability make them a valued member of our supplier network, and we look forward to continued innovation and success together in global mobility.”

The All-Star Award is presented to the Altair partner who reliably achieves excellent results in the delivery of Mobility Support Services by way of subject matter expertise, active participation in the Worldwide Employee Relocation Council (WERC) and industry-appropriate associations, stakeholder collaboration, knowledge sharing, effective communication, supply chain management, cost stewardship and strong customer focus.

“Being recognized by Altair Global validates the vital role First Tech plays in the global mobility ecosystem,” said Ed Powers, VP Specialized Services at First Tech. “This is a direct reflection of the trust First Tech has built with Altair Global, the consistency of the services we provide and the value we bring to their transferees and corporate clients.”

First Tech Relocation Banking Services Program
Foreign nationals employed by partner companies can access exclusive financial benefits, including the following:

• Ability to open U.S. savings and checking accounts up to 60 days before arrival—without a Social Security number. 
• Send wires and convert funds to U.S. dollars in advance.
• Benefit from low down payment mortgage options with assumed FICO scores. 
• Preferred rates on loans, credit cards, and insurance are available even with limited U.S. credit or insurance history. 

Over the past 20 years, First Tech has partnered with 900+ Select Employer Group companies, establishing itself as a trusted provider for relocation banking service solutions for the tech industry with deep expertise in employer and employee-centered support. 

ABOUT FIRST TECH FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
First Tech Federal Credit Union is a nearly $17 billion institution headquartered in San Jose, California. The nation’s premier credit union serves the world’s leading technology-oriented companies and their employees, including HP Inc., Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Microsoft, Agilent, Intel, Cisco, Amazon, Nike, Intuit, Google and more. First Tech is recognized as the industry catalyst for delivering effortless banking experiences to more than 700,000 members through its 31 branch locations, more than 5,600 CO-OP Shared Branch locations, 30,000 CO-OP Network ATMs and online platforms. First Tech offers a full range of financial services, including traditional banking, online banking, mortgages, financial planning, various consumer loans and insurance services. Federally insured by NCUA. Equal Housing Lender. For more information, visit www.firsttechfed.com.

FIRST TECH and the First Tech logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of First Technology Federal Credit Union. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

ABOUT Altair Global
Since 1989, Altair Global has been delivering exceptional mobility experiences to customers and clients worldwide. Supported by sophisticated, dynamic technology, our focus on experience management drives continuous improvement and innovation in our full-service global assignment and relocation services. Trust Altair to guide your mobility journey. Please visit www.altairglobal.com.

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CONTACT 
For First Tech:
Sophia Gilbert (The Hoffman Agency)
(541) 521-2459
firsttech@hoffman.com

For Altair Global:
Altair Global Marketing Communications 
(972) 468-3000
info@altairglobal.com