The LA Times hosted the second annual reader's choice poll and Kinecta Federal Credit Union, a leading financial services provider based in the South Bay area of Los Angeles, was voted the number one credit union provider in the South Bay. This means Kinecta's members in the South Bay, Long Beach, South Los Angeles and the Southeast Los Angeles region made Kinecta their first choice for their banking needs. 

The LA Times hosted the voting in a forum where anyone could nominate and vote for the best people, places and services regionally. 

"We are truly honoured to be recognized by our members and receive this award," said Keith Sultemeier, president and chief executive officer of Kinecta. "We have been headquartered in Southern California for more than 80 years and have always prioritized providing our members with the best financial services available. What's best for Kinecta's member-owners and the communities we serve is our top priority in every decision that we make."

Kinecta's ongoing commitment to the community includes partnering with numerous local organizations such as the Manhattan Beach Education Foundation, as well as supporting local events like the Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk which raises funds to support the lives of children and young adults with special needs. In 2021, Kinecta, its subsidiaries, and employees donated over $880,000 to charitable causes, volunteered over 5,100 hours and participated in over 225 community events.