Executive Compensation
A Boost In Pay For Labor Day
Credit unions across the country are boosting their minimum wage.
6 Ways To Build A Better Benefits Package
HR departments are combining wages, bonuses, and retirement with telecommuting, quiet rooms, and family leave to build attractive benefits packages.
4 Ways To Cultivate The Corner Office
How Arizona’s largest credit union acquires top talent for its professional, management, and senior leadership roles.
Beyond Blaine: Retirement And Succession
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.
Politics, Paychecks, And Publicity (Not The Good Kind)
NAFCU conference attendees hear of hope for change in Washington, how size and gender matters in executive pay, and that risk management includes reputations.
Executive Compensation Is A Give And Take
A balanced salary strategy considers what other executives make as well as the credit union’s financial health.
Understanding The Value Of Early Adopters
Members who more readily accept new self-service options are a market segment worth cultivating.
Need Expertise? Take Expertise. Got A Branch? Give A Branch.
The financial system is ripe for enhanced cooperation between leagues, CUSOs, credit unions, and talented individuals.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 2023
A Boost In Pay For Labor Day
6 Ways To Build A Better Benefits Package
4 Ways To Cultivate The Corner Office
Beyond Blaine: Retirement And Succession
Politics, Paychecks, And Publicity (Not The Good Kind)
Executive Compensation Is A Give And Take
Understanding The Value Of Early Adopters
Need Expertise? Take Expertise. Got A Branch? Give A Branch.
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Members Don’t Just Need A Partner, They Need A Copilot.
Roughly 80% of True Sky FCU members have used its free credit review service, which helps the cooperative deepen relationships while members improve their financial lives.

How Blue FCU Measures What Really Matters
The Wyoming cooperative combines custom impact measurements with traditional KPIs to track progress on its 10-year strategic plan.

What Credit Unions Need To Know About New 401(k) Rules
A recent executive orders kickstarted changes to retirement-savings plans. Credit unions can play a role in financial education to make sure members and employees are making the best choices for their personal financial wellness.

At Chartway FCU, Leaders Aren’t Born – They’re Made
The Virginia-based institution hopes an Emerging Leaders program will help create a strong internal leadership pipeline. Its second cohort began its training in July.

Back To School Hits The Wallet
The cost of returning to the classroom has increased more than 35% in the past decade, putting the pinch on parents and students alike.

Y-12 Offers Financial Wellness For Every Workforce
The Tennessee cooperative is redefining wellness through Y-Fi @ Work, a free financial education program available to East Tennessee employers.

10 Ways Credit Unions Support Back-To-School Season
As students head back to campus this fall, the nation’s financial cooperatives jump to the head of the class with creative community partnerships, classroom-ready resources, and real financial support.

How Well Do You Know The Gen Z Economy?
From TikTok tips to Buy Now Pay Later pitfalls, Gen Z is navigating a complex financial landscape shaped by economic uncertainty, digital innovation, and shifting priorities — test your knowledge of this nuanced generation in this interactive quiz.

Stocking Every Aisle With Financial Opportunity
Publix Employees FCU turns everyday moments into lasting financial impact. Through on-site support and a vibrant wellness program, the credit union is building trust, offering guidance, and forging financial confidence one associate at a time.

Insights From The Outside: Nick Riegal
Ascend FCU’s senior vice president of marketing reflects on his entrance into the industry a year ago and what he’s looking forward to accomplishing in the next.