Cybersecurity Is Under Fire And Credit Unions Are Fighting Back (Part 1)
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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
Credit Card Spending Is Up. Is Your Program Competitive?
August 4, 2024
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With costs and regulatory pressures rising, many institutions are turning to an agent-issuing model to ensure members get superior service.
NCUA’s New Fee-Reporting Rules: Your Questions Answered
July 28, 2024
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With “junk fees” in the crosshairs in Washington, Callahan takes a deep dive into how that revenue impacts the balance sheet and what the future could hold.
How Are Credit Unions Navigating The Fintech Frontier?
July 8, 2024
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Technology partnerships offer a path to innovation and enhanced member service.
What’s In A Name: Assistant Vice President Of Fintech And Mission Integration
July 8, 2024
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A unique set of skills gained during a merger prompted West Community to craft a role dedicated to storytelling and fintech.
Revisiting 2024 Economic Themes At Midyear
July 8, 2024
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Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
Macroeconomic Indicators To Watch In 2024
June 17, 2024
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Six data points showcase what’s happening in the larger economy that could direct credit union decision-making for the rest of the year.
The Future Of Finance And Credit Unions: A Seamless Integration Into Daily Life
June 17, 2024
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Discover what the future of finance holds at TruStage Discovery2024, the credit union industry’s largest virtual conference.
The Importance Of Conducting Tabletop Exercises
June 10, 2024
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This practical evaluation tool is a simple, easy way to ensure your credit union is prepared for a continuity event.
CECL: A Half-Baked Cake
June 10, 2024
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One year after implementation, there’s still work to be done when it comes to new rules around expected credit losses.
The Art Of Selling On Social Media
May 20, 2024
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Credit unions are navigating regulatory compliance and setting guidelines to help mortgage, investment, and deposit teams gain more traction on social.
Credit Card Spending Is Up. Is Your Program Competitive?
With costs and regulatory pressures rising, many institutions are turning to an agent-issuing model to ensure members get superior service.
NCUA’s New Fee-Reporting Rules: Your Questions Answered
With “junk fees” in the crosshairs in Washington, Callahan takes a deep dive into how that revenue impacts the balance sheet and what the future ...
How Are Credit Unions Navigating The Fintech Frontier?
Technology partnerships offer a path to innovation and enhanced member service.
What’s In A Name: Assistant Vice President Of Fintech And Mission Integration
A unique set of skills gained during a merger prompted West Community to craft a role dedicated to storytelling and fintech.
Macroeconomic Indicators To Watch In 2024
Six data points showcase what's happening in the larger economy that could direct credit union decision-making for the rest of the year.
The Future Of Finance And Credit Unions: A Seamless Integration Into Daily Life
Discover what the future of finance holds at TruStage Discovery2024, the credit union industry's largest virtual conference.
The Importance Of Conducting Tabletop Exercises
This practical evaluation tool is a simple, easy way to ensure your credit union is prepared for a continuity event.
CECL: A Half-Baked Cake
One year after implementation, there’s still work to be done when it comes to new rules around expected credit losses.
The Art Of Selling On Social Media
Credit unions are navigating regulatory compliance and setting guidelines to help mortgage, investment, and deposit teams gain more traction on social.
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What’s Next For Credit Union Earnings?
Omar Shalabi
As margin support begins to fade, earnings performance is becoming more sensitive to revenue mix and harder to interpret through public reporting alone.
The Great Wealth Transfer Is Also A Relationship Transfer
Savana Morie
Harvard FCU combines digital estate planning with human financial guidance to support positive, proactive wealth transfer across generations.
The Lending Lag Is Real, And Here’s What Smaller Credit Unions Can Do About It
Callahan & Associates
Discover how small to midsize credit unions can weather the economic headwinds hitting their communities right now.
Fresh Risks For Financial Markets
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
What’s In A Name: AVP Of Member Insights
Aaron Passman
At Service Credit Union, Dave Widener connects data, strategy, and culture to shape better outcomes for members.
At Cardinal Credit Union, Small Investments Offer Big Financial Lessons
Aaron Passman
The Ohio-based cooperative has partnered with a fintech to offer fractional investing as part of its financial education curriculum in local schools.
How Compensation Blind Spots Impact CEO Retention And Succession
Callahan & Associates
Seven questions credit union board members should ask to ensure alignment on executive benefit plan goals.
What Makes Good AI Policy? Start With Curiosity And Accountability.
Marc Rapport
As credit unions move from experimentation to adoption, leaders offer firsthand knowledge on what separates weak policies from strong ones that actually work.
Governance And Guardrails Help Credit Unions Navigate AI
Aaron Passman
How Members Cooperative focuses on structure, oversight, and clear expectations to ensure AI supports, not undermines, long term strategy.
What’s In A Name: Chief AI Officer
Aaron Passman
As Hudson Valley Credit Union’s artificial intelligence chief, Preetha Sekharan holds a rare role in the industry, but it’s one that is likely to become far more common in the future.
Revisiting 2024 Economic Themes At Midyear