In May 2016, industry maverick Jim Blaine announced his retirement from State Employees’ Credit Union. His successor, longtime SECU executive Mike Lord, was named soon after. In this ongoing series, CreditUnions.com details Blaine’s history with the credit union and the movement, how SECU arrived at a successor, and what’s next under Lord for the $30 billion institution.
A new study shows how little personal responsibility executives feel toward cybersecurity. Here’s why that’s wrong.
William Cook, Senior Vice President for Planning & Member Service, Northwest Federal Credit Union, lays out his approach of working with employees to create a culture of awareness on business continuity.
An established disaster recovery plan helped the credit union serve members after a fire destroyed its data center.
Careful planning and transparent communications bolster the beginning and end of disaster planning and business continuity.
In this Q&A, Kristen E. Edmundson, vice president of audit and compliance at Purdue Federal Credit Union, shares her perspectives on pain points, best practices, and the future of vendor management.
Presenters at the Financial Brand Forum explain why sharing shortfalls is just as important as touting strengths.
Six data points showcase what’s happening in the U.S. economy that could direct credit union decision-making in the year to come.
From geography to field of membership and more, here’s how to get a jump on performance benchmarking in the new year.
Consumers desperately want to save money, but an overwhelming majority say one or more obstacles stand in their way.
A look back at how credit unions navigated 2024’s financial complexities to strengthen their balance sheets and build a resilient foundation for the future.
Employee engagement was a top credit union priority in 2024, as the industry worked to tackle challenges like mental health, financial wellness, change management, and more.
A look back at how credit unions championed member financial wellbeing in 2024 with innovative products and services that meet members where they are and help them thrive.
Credit unions in 2024 leveraged data, mobile branches, and innovative housing solutions to empower underserved communities, foster diversity, and create lasting member connections.
With the Fed poised to continue cutting interest rates, the near-term outlook for the credit union earnings model is much more promising.
After adjusting to a new normal following a slew of rate increases, repricing opportunities could be on the horizon.
The latest quarterly performance metrics from across the credit union industry, including loan growth, income and expenses, and more.
Cybersecurity Starts At The Top