COVID-19: How to Protect Your Members’ Mobile and Online Banking
In her second article on mobile banking during the pandemic, Barb Cooper discusses the rise in mobile banking scams, what your credit union can do to protect members, and what your members can do to protect themselves.
The Evolving Landscape of Mobile Technologies
Barb Cooper discusses the growth of mobile technologies during the COVID-19 pandemic and debates what the future might hold for such technologies after the pandemic passes.
The Student Loan Crisis: How Credit Unions Come Into Play
We’re all familiar with the student loan crisis, but how did it reach the level it’s at now, and how do credit unions fit into the scenario? Barb Cooper takes a look back at the history of student loans and where the future might lead.
River Valley Credit Union Receives Business Appreciation Award
River Valley Credit Union, located in Lowell, MI, received the 2020 Business Appreciation Award from the Lowell Chamber of Commerce in recognition for their years of community engagement. Barb Cooper details the award event and River Valley’s history of giving back.
Fun Holiday Ideas for Your Credit Union
Credit unions are committed to giving back, as part of the seven cooperative principles. So how can your credit union lend a helping hand this holiday season? Barb Cooper has a few ideas.
Is Your Credit Union Helping You Plan for Retirement?
Is your credit union going above and beyond to help you properly manage and save for retirement, or simply offering the same as everyone else? Barb Cooper needed more from her retirement accounts – and she found it.
Communi7y Crew Hosts Blood Drive
On October 30th, the Communi7y Crew hosted its 12th annual blood drive, donating enough blood to impact the lives of over fifty patients.
Mergers: a Credit Union Marketplace Trend
Mergers are a hot topic in today’s credit union world. Barb Cooper dives into how perception of mergers has changed over time, why a merger strategy might be beneficial, and what steps should go into ensuring success.
Community Pulls Together to Stuff the Bus – and Sets a Record
Dozens of businesses and community organizations, including CU*Answers’ Communi7y Crew, recently pulled together to raise school supplies for the annual Stuff the Bus event, and set a new record.
How To Attract Enthusiastic, Motivated Board Members
Struggling to find candidates for your credit union’s board of directors? River Valley Credit Union found a way to not only identify potential future board members, but have them come in with the experience to hit the job running.
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