Lessons from the For-Profit Sector: Corporate Governance
The financial crisis and high profile failures of companies like Enron has prompted companies to take a harder look at their oversight and board governance. Chip Filson looks at those measures and wonders if credit unions should be doing the same.
Are You Really Ready to Go Paperless?
It seems like everyone is obsessed with going paperless these days. While this can be money and time saving, it’s best not to dive in headfirst with unrealistic expectations. John Beauchamp will help you figure out where to go paperless, and where to take it slow.
Why Aren’t Credit Unions Robbed in Movies?
If you’re an avid movie goer, you might have noticed that you don’t see credit unions in films that often. Is this irrelevant? Or does it signal a lack of brand awareness or a marketing shortcoming in the industry? Emily Claus has some theories.
Five Things to Consider When Planning an IT Budget
There are a lot of moving parts that go into making a successful IT budget, good thing Matt Sawtell has some tips to help make your planning a little easier.
CUSO Turns 50: Celebrating CU*Answers
CU*Answers, a Credit Union Service Organization located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2020, marking it as one of the oldest CUSOs in the country.
What Millennials (and Pretty Much Everyone Else) Want
Millennials tend to be a bit of a head scratcher when it comes to guessing what will appeal to them the most. Thankfully, Megan Ernsberger has solved the mystery, and as it turns out, they’re just like everyone else!
What Goes On in a Co-Op’s Suggestion Box?
Suggestion boxes have taken many shapes and forms over the years, but what hasn’t changed is how frustrating they can be. Dawn Moore ponders the proper procedure for handling suggestions, especially when you’re the owner.
Communi7y Crew Hosts Blood Drive
On October 30th, the Communi7y Crew hosted its 12th annual blood drive, donating enough blood to impact the lives of over fifty patients.
The Entrepreneurs: Attracting the Next Cohort of Credit Union Leaders
Renewing credit union membership with younger generations is important, but so is renewing leadership with young entrepreneurs. Chip Filson discusses the need for more encouragement of young leaders and for the NCUA to loosen the barriers to new credit unions.
Mergers: a Credit Union Marketplace Trend
Mergers are a hot topic in today’s credit union world. Barb Cooper dives into how perception of mergers has changed over time, why a merger strategy might be beneficial, and what steps should go into ensuring success.
