Helping the people of tech navigate ever-changing economic markets through personalized consultations and roadmap strategies
SAN JOSE, Calif. and HILLSBORO, Ore., Jan. 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — First Tech Federal Credit Union (First Tech) announced the launch of its new “Envision Future Finance™” program starting in the heart of Seattle’s tech community, which will expand into other U.S. tech-centric areas. Like innovation, the economy and market forces never stand still. To help address managing market volatility, concerns about the economy’s impact on investment portfolios, and understanding the complexities of tech compensation benefits, First Tech’s program delivers Financial Wellness Consultations designed to help tech professionals aspire to master their finances and realize financial independence. Through personalized support, resources and education, tech professionals can diversify their financial strategies, better leverage their compensation packages—such as stock options, restricted stock options and bonuses—and prepare for future economic shifts.
Equipping Tech Professionals to Master Finances and Realize Financial Independence
Serving over 700,000 members and partnering with more than 900 companies, including Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and Intel, First Tech is committed to supporting those who shape our collective future through technology. A recent survey by First Tech revealed that nearly half of tech community members want more financial resources to achieve their goals. The “Envision Future Finance” program focuses on helping the people of tech develop financial proficiency through Financial Wellness Consultations, immersive learning, and educational content including videos with economic outlooks specific to tech from industry experts. Anyone can set up a Financial Wellness Consultation virtually or in-person at any of First Tech’s branches via the “Envision Future Finance” https://firsttechfed.com/futurefinance.
“The ‘Envision Future Finance’ program helps tech professional improve their financial acumen,” said Brandon Hunt, Chief Marketing Officer at First Tech. “We know that managing finances can feel overwhelming, and tech professionals want a roadmap to do better. Our program offers a personalized guide through the unique financial challenges of a tech career—whether its managing stock options, understanding restricted stock units (RSUs), allocating long term incentive plans (LTIPs), decoding employee stock purchase plans (ESPPs), navigating job transitions, or adapting to a bonus windfall. We’re dedicated to helping our members master the intricacies of financial success in the tech industry.”


