Presidents and Credit Unions
Chip Filson shares when the credit union industry captured the attention of two very different U.S. Presidents.
NCUA’s Merger Supervision is Failing Members
NCUA is responsible for monitoring mergers, but Chip Filson believes it has become a rubber stamping process for the regulator and the industry is suffering for it.
Investable HSAs Are a Good Way to Earn Wallet Share
Jake Caliendo laments the seeming lack of credit unions offering investable health savings accounts, and suggests that credit unions are missing out on opportunities to earn member wallet share.
CUSOs Are Our Best Choice for a Strategic Partnership
Vic Pantea argues that while the world may be full of third-party vendors anxious to do business with your credit union, only CUSOs offer the full benefits of being a true owner and partner.
The Uncertain, Risky Virtual Universe
Chip Filson shares some thoughts on whether credit unions should be investing time and resources in the emerging virtual realities, especially crypto options.
NCUA to Receive Third-Party Oversight with New Bill Introduced
In a move opposed by credit union trade groups, Senators Jon Ossoff, D-GA, Cynthia Lummis, R-WY, and Mark Warner, D-VA, introduced a new bill that would provide NCUA with oversight powers over credit union organizations and service providers, reports CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo.
If My Credit Union Could Start Over: A Board Member Perspective
Changes in technology, member needs, and office environments have prompted credit union board member Kurt Hansen to ponder what changes he would want to see if his credit union were to start over today.
Going Public: A Credit Union, Their CUSO, and a SPAC
What happens when a credit union-owned CUSO is sold? Chip Filson looks into the 2022 sale of Safe Harbor Financial to special purpose acquisition company North Lights Acquisition Corp.
Why Your Credit Union Should Offer CPR Classes
Having staff at your credit union CPR certified can be the difference between life and death in a medical emergency. Ashton Dilts covers some of the main reasons offering these certification classes at your credit union is important and how you can get started.
When Less Is More: NCUA Board’s Mid-Year Operating Budget Review
According to Chip Filson, the NCUA is guilty of consistent budget increases and out-of-control spending. But with a budget review on the horizon, will the board opt to change this?
