Bankers Say NCUA Subordinated Debt Rule Undermines Credit Union Mission

Bankers Say NCUA Subordinated Debt Rule Undermines Credit Union Mission

David Baumann of the Washington CU Daily reports that the Independent Community Bankers of America and the American Bankers Association have criticized the National Credit Union Administration for a final rule allowing low-income, complex and new credit unions to issue subordinated debt.

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Making a Difference Through Analytics

Making a Difference Through Analytics

When the pandemic first hit, BlueOX Credit Union management realized grasp of the data would be necessary to weather the storm. VP of IT Deb Slavens explains how they created the Early Warning Report to meet that need.

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Don’t Let Coronavirus Be a Barrier Between Your Credit Union and Your Community

Don’t Let Coronavirus Be a Barrier Between Your Credit Union and Your Community

In the middle of a pandemic, it can seem impossible for credit unions to stay connected to their communities, but Emily Claus offers a reminder that staying connected isn’t a choice, it’s essential to what defines credit unions.

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When Vision is Lost: Difficile Est Bonum Esse

When Vision is Lost: Difficile Est Bonum Esse

As we celebrate this holiday season, Chip Filson reminds us that doing good is very hard, but ultimately worth it. Sustained vision is difficult to maintain, but it’s not impossible and we have an obligation to our founding principles to fight for that vision.

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Kyle Hauptman Sworn In as NCUA Board Member

Kyle Hauptman Sworn In as NCUA Board Member

Kyle Hauptman was sworn in by Chairman Rodney Hood as a member of the National Credit Union Administration board on Monday, December 14, 2020, reports David Baumann of the Washington Credit Union Daily.

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Crafting Approaches to How You Delegate is the Key to How You Respond to Your Board

Crafting Approaches to How You Delegate is the Key to How You Respond to Your Board

Randy Karnes discusses how leaders can use their approach to delegating to assist in reporting to their boards and breaks down his personal formula.

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The Unseen Cooperative Advantage

The Unseen Cooperative Advantage

At a time of year when everything feels hectic, Chip Filson reminds us of the wisdom of patience, both with the holiday season and with finding solutions to problems ailing the credit union industry.

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Considerations and Pitfalls of Branch Accounting Strategies

Considerations and Pitfalls of Branch Accounting Strategies

Branch accounting may be the next hot ticket item among NCUA examiners. Keegan Daniel explores some considerations and pitfalls to performing branch accounting at your credit union.

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The Four Primary Challenges Facing Credit Union CIOs Today and How to Address Them

The Four Primary Challenges Facing Credit Union CIOs Today and How to Address Them

CU*Answers CEO Randy Karnes discusses what he believes to be the four major things CIOs should be focusing on ensure their credit unions stay up-to-date and in the game.

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Continuity at the Core: Documenting Your Response Plan

Continuity at the Core: Documenting Your Response Plan

In the fourth installment of his series on Business Continuity Planning, Jim Lawrence recaps the first three articles and discusses how your plan should be laid out and documented.

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