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5 Valuable Governance Guidelines To Adopt Today
Constructive action and positive impact are the product of a board engaged in servant leadership — the true calling of a Class A board.
8 Steps For Building A Purpose-Driven Growth Strategy
A well-defined purpose drives member and employee engagement, which in turn drives sustainable growth.
Creating An Innovative Mindset In A Disruptive World
October 20, 2020
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Join Erin Coleman, senior director, advisory services at Filene Research Institute, and Jay Johnson, chief collaboration officer at Callahan & Associates, for a webinar on how credit unions can be focused on innovation, when surrounded by disruptions.
A Take On Modernizing Credit Union Governance
October 20, 2020
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Credit unions need diverse, knowledgeable, representative boards that are able to act inclusively, collaboratively, and with strategic vision.
A Strategy To Express Social Values. Every Day. All The Time.
October 19, 2020
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Even the most basic principles of a credit union’s work are worth celebrating. This credit union tells its story while engaging its community.
On-site Learning Lab Supports School Children At MSUFCU
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Employees can bring their kindergarten through eighth grade students to work at the credit union’s headquarters.
How Credit Unions Help Credit Unions
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Three financial institutions live their cooperative principles by providing tactical support so smaller shops can focus on mission.
Pandemic Or Not, Here Comes The New HQ
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How United and Blue federal credit unions completed construction on their new headquarters with little or no delay.
Best Of August 2020
September 1, 2020
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Based on August traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
How To Increase Diversity And Inclusion In Credit Union Land
August 28, 2020
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Thirty-three years after the first Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration, discrimination, immigration, and equal pay continue to fuel policies at credit unions, but more can be done.
How To Build A Diverse Board
August 10, 2020
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A Pacific Northwest credit union shares lessons it learned during its eight-year journey taking a holistic view of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Rehab, Rent, Sell: A 3-Part Strategy To Fight Foreclosures
August 3, 2020
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SECU rethinks REOs to create quality, affordable housing across the Tarheel State.
Creating An Innovative Mindset In A Disruptive World
Join Erin Coleman, senior director, advisory services at Filene Research Institute, and Jay Johnson, chief collaboration officer at Callahan & Associates, for a webinar on ...
A Strategy To Express Social Values. Every Day. All The Time.
Even the most basic principles of a credit union’s work are worth celebrating. This credit union tells its story while engaging its community.
On-site Learning Lab Supports School Children At MSUFCU
Employees can bring their kindergarten through eighth grade students to work at the credit union’s headquarters.
How Credit Unions Help Credit Unions
Three financial institutions live their cooperative principles by providing tactical support so smaller shops can focus on mission.
Pandemic Or Not, Here Comes The New HQ
How United and Blue federal credit unions completed construction on their new headquarters with little or no delay.
Best Of August 2020
Based on August traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
How To Increase Diversity And Inclusion In Credit Union Land
Thirty-three years after the first Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration, discrimination, immigration, and equal pay continue to fuel policies at credit unions, but more ...
How To Build A Diverse Board
A Pacific Northwest credit union shares lessons it learned during its eight-year journey taking a holistic view of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Rehab, Rent, Sell: A 3-Part Strategy To Fight Foreclosures
SECU rethinks REOs to create quality, affordable housing across the Tarheel State.
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FedChoice Is Ready For The Next Government Shutdown – Whenever It Comes
Aaron Passman
A cross-functional team comprising nearly 20% of staff helped the Maryland-based credit union manage the crisis while staying focused on helping members.
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Four executives share how they are skilling up and soothing nerves as they navigate the AI revolution in real time.
Now’s The Time For Credit Union Succession Planning
Aaron Passman
The future of leadership starts now. This week, CreditUnions.com is diving into the strategies shaping tomorrow’s talent: from a bold overhaul of succession planning to how credit unions are tackling the AI skills gap.
Is Your Credit Union Making Time For Leadership Development?
Andrew Lepczyk
Assessing skills gaps among leaders and providing time to complete training are major hurdles today, but strong leadership development strategies are essential in building a future-ready credit union.
Aligning Recruitment Efforts With Boardroom Value
Jennie Boden
A report from Quantum Governance reveals a gap between board recruitment priorities and the most valuable skills in governance.
Preparing For 2026: Why The NCUA’s New Succession Planning Rule Elevates The Strategic Role Of Credit Union Boards
Jennie Boden
Fair, transparent succession helps credit unions strengthen board effectiveness, align leadership with strategy, and safeguard member value.
How Patelco Credit Union Simplified Succession Planning
Aaron Passman
The California cooperative moves beyond the 9-box to identify skills, gaps, and opportunities to prepare leaders for what’s next.
Planning For The Future: Ensuring Strong Boards And Leaders Through Succession Planning
Callahan & Associates
The right tools and consistent approach make succession planning simpler for credit union leaders and board members.
3 Popular Case Studies From 2024: Where Are They Now?
Savana Morie
CreditUnions.com revisits three credit unions to learn how their strategies have evolved since their original spotlight and see what’s in store for the future.
5 Lessons About Ground-Level Intelligence From A Rooftop Farm
Alix Patterson
A national leader in urban agriculture shows how front-line insights drive real local impact — and why credit union branches are perfectly positioned to do the same.
A Take On Modernizing Credit Union Governance