Credit Unions Take A Big Step Toward Instant Payments
September 11, 2023
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Early adopters of FedNow embrace the Federal Reserve’s answer to fintechs like Venmo and Paypal.
Arizona
CEO Onboarding: Brandon Michaels, OneAZ Credit Union
August 28, 2023
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A veteran CEO is onboarded once again and shares how he — and the process — have evolved.
What Can $40,000 Do For Financial Education?
January 2, 2023
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An ongoing partnership with Mesa Community College is just one component of TruWest’s commitment to supporting secondary education.
4 Ways Credit Unions Make Tax Time Less Taxing
April 11, 2022
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Through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, cooperatives help prep and file tax returns for underserved community members.
Desert Financial Leads With Heart To Conquer New Markets
November 29, 2021
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The Arizona cooperative commits time and money to fundraising, grants, and activities that revolve around the idea of giving back.
Tucson FCU’s New Take On CUSOs Includes A Chief Officer
August 5, 2021
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Retiring CLO stays on to lead the cooperative’s new emphasis on credit union service organizations, including its own.
In Search Of Savings? Try Tapping Employee Talent.
May 3, 2021
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An internal group tasked with reducing expenses and maximizing efficiency at TruWest Credit Union finds bright ideas in employee suggestions.
How To Balance Patronage Dividends And Loan Loss Reserves
March 8, 2021
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Six credit unions talk about their strategies to offer members an annual payback while still ensuring adequate coverage in loan loss accounts.
Tips To Turn 2021 Into A Banner Year For Employee Engagement
March 1, 2021
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Taking better care of employees and increasing engagement after a difficult 2020 is on the minds of many credit union professionals. Four leaders share how they are building productive, happy teams.
When Remote Work Becomes Routine
July 27, 2020
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How has the financial audit changed since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic? Four auditors and two credit unions weigh in.
Credit Unions Take A Big Step Toward Instant Payments
Early adopters of FedNow embrace the Federal Reserve's answer to fintechs like Venmo and Paypal.
CEO Onboarding: Brandon Michaels, OneAZ Credit Union
A veteran CEO is onboarded once again and shares how he — and the process — have evolved.
What Can $40,000 Do For Financial Education?
An ongoing partnership with Mesa Community College is just one component of TruWest’s commitment to supporting secondary education.
4 Ways Credit Unions Make Tax Time Less Taxing
Through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, cooperatives help prep and file tax returns for underserved community members.
Desert Financial Leads With Heart To Conquer New Markets
The Arizona cooperative commits time and money to fundraising, grants, and activities that revolve around the idea of giving back.
Tucson FCU’s New Take On CUSOs Includes A Chief Officer
Retiring CLO stays on to lead the cooperative’s new emphasis on credit union service organizations, including its own.
In Search Of Savings? Try Tapping Employee Talent.
An internal group tasked with reducing expenses and maximizing efficiency at TruWest Credit Union finds bright ideas in employee suggestions.
How To Balance Patronage Dividends And Loan Loss Reserves
Six credit unions talk about their strategies to offer members an annual payback while still ensuring adequate coverage in loan loss accounts.
Tips To Turn 2021 Into A Banner Year For Employee Engagement
Taking better care of employees and increasing engagement after a difficult 2020 is on the minds of many credit union professionals. Four leaders share how ...
When Remote Work Becomes Routine
How has the financial audit changed since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic? Four auditors and two credit unions weigh in.
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