In a digital future, where credit union branches are less for routine transactions and more geared toward member support, Matthew D. Paul examines how credit unions can better utilize branches as centers for financial literacy education in addition to mobile learning.
As Financial Literacy Month 2026 kicks off, Emily Claus delves into the origins of the event, its importance over two decades later, and how credit unions can get involved to better support their members’ journeys to financial wellness.
Following years of complaints that the current chartering system is too unreasonable, the NCUA has announced a new, streamlined version of Phase 1 of the chartering process, as well as future improvements and automation, Emily Claus reports.
Credit union veteran Walter Merkle discusses the benefits that small business lending can bring to credit unions willing to engage with these accounts and how they can get started doing so.
On the eve of the 2026 GAC, CUSO Magazine’s Emily Claus had the opportunity to sit down with America’s Credit Unions’ new President and CEO, Scott Simpson, to discuss his new role, his views on the future of the organization, the NCUA, and the impact of storytelling advocacy.
