Wisdom for Life from Children’s Stories
Chip Filson views recent mergers and bank acquisitions through the lens of children’s stories to ask the industry: when is it time to say enough?
Reclaiming Civility in American Politics
Chip Filson references the change in political discussions as a reminder to credit unions not to fall into the same traps, and most importantly, to remember who credit unions are meant to serve.
Are Credit Union Members “American Idiots”?
Chip Filson ponders if credit unions have a low opinion of their members, as he reviews a recent case of a non-essential merger (in which executives were bonused hundreds of thousands of dollars) and the members who tried to stop it.
Threats to Coop Democracy
Chip Filson contemplates threats to cooperative democracy that start internally, namely, with the NCUA.
When There Were Two National Credit Union Trade Associations
In a post CUNA/NAFCU merger industry, Chip Filson contemplates what might have been lost in the move; namely, a difference of opinion.
Regulation as a Service
Chip Filson calls for credit union regulation to be separated from the hands of the NCUA and placed back in the hands of experts who can provide it as a service.
Foundation Documents: When Words Matter
In honor of Juneteenth, Chip Filson looks at the foundational documents of America and ponders whether or not credit unions have such documents, and what those documents may say about credit unions.
A Credit Union-Like Story: The Bank of Dave
Chip Filson discusses the story (and now film) of Dave Fishwick, a British resident who sought to shake up the financial industry in the UK.
The Skill of Keeping Honest People Honest
Chip Filson discusses the most critical aspect of leadership and how the barriers we erect reduce, but don’t eliminate temptation.
Why an Oath for Credit Union Directors and Officers is Desirable
Chip Filson takes a look at oaths of office, whether they’re required of credit union directors, and if they should be.
