Michigan Credit Unions Offer Appreciation But Also Urge Caution to Governor
On Wednesday, May 13, over 400 credit union representatives met virtually with Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) Director Anita Fox to discuss the state of the industry.
Looking Outside the Credit Union: Spotlight on ATL Federal Credit Union
As Michigan restaurants face their second month of closures, ATL Federal Credit Union is encouraging members to support local establishments and rewarding them for their effort. CEO Robert Shane details the inspiration for the project and how you can get involved.
Why We Build Our Capital: Spotlight on Affinity Credit Union
As credit unions across the nation work hard to adapt to difficult circumstances, CEO Jim Dean shares how Affinity Credit Union has approached the situation, and shares his feelings on why a policy of open honesty is the best solution.
What Fintech Companies Are Doing to Help Credit Unions Succeed During Coronavirus
As credit unions work to adjust to their new normal and find the technologies to continue serving their members from a distance, fintech companies are stepping in to help. Emily Claus shares examples of such companies and what kind of support you can receive for your credit union.
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.
NCUA Approves Bloated Budget Without Adjustments for Industry Complaints
Is the NCUA’s comment period just a dog and pony show? Vic Pantea might think so. He recaps the NCUA’s December board meeting and the approval of a budget that didn’t factor in complaints from the industry.
Robles vs Domino’s: Who’s Really Winning the Fight on Accessibility?
With Domino’s Pizza under fire for lack of accessibility, Susanna Wojtkowiak discusses what impact this court case could have on the future of ADA compliance on the web, how this might effect your website, and what steps you should take towards accessibility.
Kent County Credit Union Undergoes $1.2M Renovation
As Kent County Credit Union undergoes a 1.2 million dollar renovation, CUSO Magazine’s Emily Claus sat down with CEO Barbara Page to discuss the inspiration, process, and outlook.
Michigan Credit Unions Buy Back Medical Debt for Over 3,000 Community Members
Jim Smith details how nine Michigan credit unions banded together to provide medical debt forgiveness for over 3,000 community members, proving that the true focus of credit unions is all about people.
Takeaways from the CU*Answers CEO Strategies Week
Credit union CEOs from around the country converged on Grand Rapids for CU*Answers’ 2019 CEO Strategies Week. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo gives a thrilling recap of the events.
