Black Dragon Capital, a global investment firm specializing in advanced financial technology, announced a strategic partnership with Cornerstone League on February 24, 2026. This credit union partnership combines Black Dragon’s fintech expertise with Cornerstone League’s network of over 600 credit unions across Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas to deliver next-generation financial technology solutions to cooperative financial institutions.
The partnership, based in Boca Raton, Florida, aims to provide credit unions with earlier access to proven fintech innovations designed specifically for their unique operational needs. Cornerstone League is among the nation’s largest regional credit union trade associations, serving approximately 600 member institutions throughout its five-state region.
Strategic Alliance Emerges After Rigorous Due Diligence
According to the announcement, Cornerstone League selected Black Dragon Capital following an extensive vetting process that evaluated the firm’s experienced roster of finance, technology, and credit union experts. Black Dragon Capital was founded over a decade ago by recognized financial technology leaders, with Founder and CEO Louis Hernandez Jr. leading the collaborative team.
The firm focuses on bringing innovative technologies to high-growth industry segments affected by digital disruption. Black Dragon maintains a proven track record of creating successful companies while emphasizing community impact through its operations.
How Credit Union Partnership Delivers Innovation
Through this partnership, Cornerstone League will introduce Black Dragon’s fintech expertise to its member credit unions, giving them opportunities to transform their businesses and optimize member service advantages. Planned initiatives include leadership briefings, portfolio innovation sessions, educational content, and strategic forums designed to help credit unions navigate an increasingly complex financial and technology landscape.
Additionally, Cornerstone League now joins Black Dragon’s FinTech Limited Partner Advisory Board (LPAB), an organization comprised of recognized credit union and CUSO investment partners. The LPAB provides input on industry issues, feedback on operational and technical areas with potential and current investments, and shares strategic advice on all Black Dragon Capital investments for fintech strategies.
Industry Leaders Emphasize Member Value and Community Focus
Ryan Dold, Cornerstone Resources EVP and Chief Revenue Officer, stated that the organization is committed to delivering meaningful value to member credit unions. He emphasized that partnering with Black Dragon Capital provides members direct access to advanced fintech solutions and strategic investment opportunities that will help them grow, compete, and better serve their communities.
Meanwhile, Louis Hernandez Jr. noted that Black Dragon’s mission has always been to support organizations that matter, with credit unions central to that mission. He highlighted that Cornerstone is one of the most respected leagues in the nation, and together the organizations will help bring forward the next generation of fintech innovation purpose-built for credit unions.
Leveraging Global Reach for Sustainable Growth
The partnership creates what both organizations describe as a powerful innovation platform for credit unions navigating rapid change. By combining Cornerstone League’s expansive member network with Black Dragon Capital’s operator-led investment model, the collaboration aims to scale sustainable fintech companies dedicated to empowering credit unions to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.
However, Black Dragon Capital noted in its disclaimer that registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission does not imply a certain level of skill or training, and past experience is not a guarantee of future results. The firm emphasized that no assurance can be given that any investment strategy, partnership, or initiative described will be successful or achieve its objectives.
The partnership is expected to roll out planned initiatives for member credit unions in the coming months, though specific timelines for implementation of leadership briefings and innovation sessions have not been confirmed by either organization.