Blaze Credit Union Joins Osaic Institutions Channel Following 2024 Merger 

Osaic, Inc. announced that Blaze Credit Union has joined its Osaic Institutions channel, marking a continuation and expansion of the firm’s relationship with Spire Credit Union, which merged with Hiway Credit Union in 2024 to form Blaze. The combined credit union, now one of Minnesota’s largest, operates 28 branch locations serving nearly 250,000 members and traces its roots back to the 1920s. 

Blaze aims to elevate members’ financial well-being through personalized service, competitive solutions, and strong community engagement. Its wealth management arm, Blaze Retirement and Investment Services, employs eight advisors delivering comprehensive financial guidance, backed by Osaic’s advisor-first technology platform and infrastructure. 

“Blaze was founded to serve our members with compassion, integrity and a commitment to their financial well-being,” said Jim Ganger, SVP and chief experience officer at Blaze Credit Union. “We believe that Osaic’s strong technology, service commitment and advisor-first culture make them the right long-term choice for our team and the members we are privileged to serve.” 

Stephen Amarante, EVP of Osaic Institutions, noted, “Spire Credit Union and its wealth management team have been valued partners of Osaic for many years. We’re pleased to continue this partnership with the newly formed Blaze Credit Union.” 

The announcement follows a series of recent institutional wins for Osaic. In May, the company added the wealth management programs of five credit unions, previously affiliated with Atria Wealth Solutions’ subsidiary Cuso Financial Services, collectively managing $500 million in assets.  Earlier this year, Osaic also welcomed Navy Federal Investment Services, the broker/dealer subsidiary of Navy Federal Credit Union, joined its platform.