What Happened to Savings Bonds?
When was the last time you bought a savings bond? Chances are, it’s been a while. With savings bond sales dropping, Megan Ernsberger delves into the reasons behind their disappearance and what the future might hold.
Strategy: How Important is Scale?
Are credit unions losing focus on what really matters in the never-ending pursuit of scale? Chip Filson considers where credit unions may be going astray as they prioritize growth over members.
Collaborating Virtually: Advantages and Etiquette
Vice President of Administration, Stephanie Underwood shares some of the advantages and disadvantages of collaborating via web conference and the required niceties to consider when taking part in a virtual meeting.
Core Conversions Through the Eyes of a Programmer
As programmers know, going through a core conversion can raise a lot of questions about the methodology and behind-the-scenes work. Diving into her programming expertise, Debra Finkbeiner shares the conversion process from a programmer’s perspective and what obstacles they may face during the transition.
Get to Know the Developer’s Help Desk
DHD team members Kim Claflin and Lorie Morse discuss the method and work that went into creating a custom programming business for credit unions and how they strive to meet client needs and expectations.
Planning Your Mobile App Strategy: Why It’s Important for Your Credit Union
Modern-day members expect 24/7, on-the-go access to their finances, meaning a credit union’s mobile app is more important than ever. Kristian Daniel lays out a strategy for keeping your mobile app useful, updated, and in the hands of your members.
How Does the Recent Unemployment Rate Impact Your Business Strategy and Why Should You Care?
With a decreasing unemployment rate, finding qualified workers has become more of a struggle. Vic Pantea offers various strategies to help find the right people and improve where you can through technology and cooperative partners.
Five Things to Love About Credit Unions
On a day meant for celebrating love, Megan Ernsberger reminds us of some of the reasons we love credit unions. What do you love about your credit union?
To My Credit Union: Help Me Break Up With the Banks!
This Valentine’s Day, Kasey Hawkins is looking to break up with the banks by calling on her credit union to make an appealing offer and lure her away from the clutches of big banks once and for all. Will she succeed?
An Example for Today’s Credit Union Pioneers
A 95-year-old lesson on pioneering new credit unions is still applicable today. Chip Filson shares the lesson of fifteen women with $4.50, the difference that can make, and wonders who will be the pioneer of credit unions today.
