What I Learned After My First Credit Union Board Meeting
CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo shares his experience on becoming a credit union board member, what he’s learned so far, and what advice he has for fellow newcomers to the world of credit union board governance.
Credit Unions Need M&A to Grow and Technology to Sustain It
In a desire to expand, credit unions have been acquiring community banks and growing their reach. Alex Jimenez explains why these institutions will then need the technological capabilities to back those mergers and acquisitions up and maintain their members.
Almost 100,000 Members Vote in SECU Election
Chip Filson shares the impressive outcome of SECU’s recent board election, in which nearly 100,000 credit union members turned out to vote.
Building Wealth in Low and Moderate Income Communities
Renée Sattiewhite of the African American Credit Union Coalition shares how credit unions can focus on building wealth in moderate to low income communities through financial education, debt management support, and investment opportunities.
The Critical Role of Workplace Recognition
Providing ample recognition and feedback to employees is a simple yet effective tool which, according to Caliann Alderman, can increase employee satisfaction and morale while also lowering employee turnover.
Documentation: Less Is More
When it comes to writing documentation, keeping your writing short and simple is the best route to ensuring your message is conveyed to your audience in a clear and understandable way, says Kendra Erickson.
The Lehman Trilogy and the Arc of American Finance
Chip Filson shares the story of the rise of the Lehman Brothers and the credit union lessons that can be learned from their downfall.
The Oscar Nominated Film Every Credit Union Should See
Oscar nominee, the Barber of Little Rock is a story filled with hope and the power of what community institutions can do, making it a must-see for credit union supporters, says Chip Filson.
Accessibility: Don’t Be Nice, Be Kind
While complying with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines can feel like a job well done, doing so for the sake of being compliant without intention and purpose can leave many still struggling, say Susanna Wojtkowiak.
Why We Must Sustain the Small Credit Unions
Small credit unions serving unbanked communities are pillars of the industry. Renée Sattiewhite from the African American Credit Union Coalition conveys the importance of these institutions and how we can best protect them.
