Cybersecurity Is Under Fire And Credit Unions Are Fighting Back (Part 1)
Bad actors don’t rest. Credit unions are beefing up cybersecurity with smarter tools, stronger teams, and sharper defenses.
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QUIZ: Are You Smarter Than A Scammer?
From check fraud to suspicious logins, see how well you can sniff out red flags before they cost members money.
Michigan Legacy Takes A Scientific Approach To Spotting Elder Financial Abuse
A partnership with the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University has helped the credit union reduce reports of elder fraud by as much as
Vendor Management In A Brave New World Of Compliance
August 31, 2015
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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.
Vendor Management Makes Mazuma More Transparent
August 31, 2015
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Cost reductions, process efficiencies, and compliance comfort are some of the benefits of a holistic, vigorous new approach.
Lessons In Vendor Management
August 28, 2015
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In this Q&A, Cheryl Turner, contracts administrator at BCU, discusses how the credit union manages its vendor relationships — from how the credit union reviews vendors to best practices she’s gleaned during her time with BCU.
Tips For Negotiating With Your Core Provider
August 28, 2015
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A Q&A With Rick Wieczorek, CEO of Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union.
Reach For The Cutting Edge Without Falling Over
August 28, 2015
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A Texas credit union looks to vendor management, conversion-related momentum, and a healthy dose of skepticism to build an expansive technology base without breaking the bank.
A Capital Initiative At Fairfax County Credit Union
July 27, 2015
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In 2010, Fairfax County Credit Union received supplemental capital from the U.S. Treasury. Here’s how it used those funds to improve the long-term health of the credit union and its membership.
Why Credit Unions Need Supplemental Capital
July 27, 2015
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Michael Wettrich, president and chief executive of the $90 million Education First Credit Union in Ohio, makes the case for supplemental capital at credit unions.
Supplemental Capital Is No Panacea
July 27, 2015
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Supplemental capital is a useful tool that is long overdue; however, it is not without risk and potential complications.
GAOs Call For Expanded NCUA Vendor Oversight Draws Fire
July 17, 2015
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Regulator welcomes recommendation for congressional action, says increased authority would benefit the industrys ability to secure member data.
GAO’s Call For Expanded NCUA Vendor Oversight Draws Fire
July 15, 2015
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Regulator welcomes recommendation for congressional action, says increased authority would benefit the industry’s ability to secure member data.
Vendor Management In A Brave New World Of Compliance
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, ...
Vendor Management Makes Mazuma More Transparent
Cost reductions, process efficiencies, and compliance comfort are some of the benefits of a holistic, vigorous new approach.
Lessons In Vendor Management
In this Q&A, Cheryl Turner, contracts administrator at BCU, discusses how the credit union manages its vendor relationships — from how the credit union reviews ...
Tips For Negotiating With Your Core Provider
A Q&A With Rick Wieczorek, CEO of Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union.
Reach For The Cutting Edge Without Falling Over
A Texas credit union looks to vendor management, conversion-related momentum, and a healthy dose of skepticism to build an expansive technology base without breaking the ...
A Capital Initiative At Fairfax County Credit Union
In 2010, Fairfax County Credit Union received supplemental capital from the U.S. Treasury. Here’s how it used those funds to improve the long-term health of ...
Supplemental Capital Is No Panacea
Supplemental capital is a useful tool that is long overdue; however, it is not without risk and potential complications.
GAOs Call For Expanded NCUA Vendor Oversight Draws Fire
Regulator welcomes recommendation for congressional action, says increased authority would benefit the industrys ability to secure member data.
GAO’s Call For Expanded NCUA Vendor Oversight Draws Fire
Regulator welcomes recommendation for congressional action, says increased authority would benefit the industry’s ability to secure member data.
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Insights From The Outside: Don Rositano
Marc Rapport
How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
MSUFCU Turns A Break In Payments Into A Member Experience Moment
Aaron Passman
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
What’s In A Name: Vice President Of History & Culture
Aaron Passman
How a unique role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.
Growth Is A Mindset, But Success Is In The Contract
Callahan & Associates
Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.
Fraud Is Faster, Smarter, And Harder To Stop. Here’s How To.
Callahan & Associates
RKL offers insight, expertise, and experience to help fight off growing threats.
The Numbers Are Good. The Moment Is Hard.
William Hunt
Members are anxious about their financial futures, even as credit unions remain financially strong. Institutions that respond to this moment can make 2026 a turning point.
Wages Are Growing. Wallets Are Not.
Sherry Virden
Global events are flowing directly into household budgets, reshaping how credit union members save, borrow, and cope. Such trends don’t always show up in headline data.
Credit Unions Are Having A Margin Moment
Tony Waltrich
Credit unions are benefiting from a rare margin advantage as loans reprice slower than deposits. The question now is how institutions will use that strength to better serve members.
Where Have All The Members Gone?
Omar Shalabi
Membership growth is slowing, but financial activity is not. What does the modern financial relationship look like?
5 Takeaways From First Quarter Credit Union Performance Data
William Hunt
Inflation, war, and uncertain futures have reshaped members’ needs in 2026. What does credit union performance data from the first quarter of 2026 say about household budgets, inflation pressures, and more?
Why Credit Unions Need Supplemental Capital