Chaos, Taxation, And More: Takeaways From Day 1 Of GAC 2025
The first full day of the Governmental Affairs Conference included a frank assessment of threats to the credit union tax status, news about the future of the NCUA, and more.
The first full day of the Governmental Affairs Conference included a frank assessment of threats to the credit union tax status, news about the future of the NCUA, and more.
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Although the industry is chock-full of foundations, some institutions rely on donor-advised funds as a pathway to giving back.
The curse of cable TV, servant leadership, and more concerns around AI were among the major topics as the annual event continued.
The fate of fee income, AI, and consolidation (of a sort) were top of mind on Monday.
NAFCU’s long-time front man reflects on leadership, legacy, and what lies ahead.
In this exclusive video, league CEO Bruce Adams and others provide a glimpse into the trade group’s strategies around advocacy, public relations, and why there’s a better term than “the credit union difference.”
A pilot program is making financial literacy information available in food banks as part of a long-term push by the league to fight food insecurity statewide.

Longer onboarding, focus groups, and peer leadership help Community First retain strong employees year after year.

Kelli Wisner-Frank serves as the linchpin between finance and innovation at Community Choice Credit Union, aligning automation, smarter processes, and cost discipline to turn front-line fixes into bottom-line wins.

Delivering human-centered service in a digital world is no longer a luxury for credit union contact centers — it’s a necessity.
The CEO of Adventure Credit Union shares tips to maintain credibility amid rapid executive turnover and organizational change.

A cross-functional team comprising nearly 20% of staff helped the Maryland-based credit union manage the crisis while staying focused on helping members.

When money stops making sense, people suffer a crisis of financial confidence. Now’s the time to reconnect with members to help them establish long-term stability.

From the teller line to the corner office, CEO Cheryl Sio’s story spans five decades of industry transformation and enduring leadership lessons.

Structured protection strategies provide potentially higher long-term total returns than bonds while muting the volatility and downside risk traditionally associated with equities.

The CEO of Peninsula Community Federal Credit Union highlights how active listening and lessons from the basket ball court shape a culture of inclusive banking that serves members and employees.

Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
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