Better Together
Frankenmuth Credit Union CEO Vickie Schmitzer reflects on the industry-wide response to coronavirus and how we move forward in the coming weeks.
Michigan Credit Unions Offer Appreciation But Also Urge Caution to Governor
On Wednesday, May 13, over 400 credit union representatives met virtually with Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Department of Insurance and Financial Services (DIFS) Director Anita Fox to discuss the state of the industry.
Covering Your Bases: Remote Work Security Concerns for Credit Unions
As policies change and we all learn to adapt to new environments, many are taking advantage of the situation, trying to find weaknesses in credit union’s security. Matt Sawtell wants to make sure you have your bases covered and aren’t leaving your members vulnerable to an attack.
Looking Outside the Credit Union: Spotlight on ATL Federal Credit Union
As Michigan restaurants face their second month of closures, ATL Federal Credit Union is encouraging members to support local establishments and rewarding them for their effort. CEO Robert Shane details the inspiration for the project and how you can get involved.
Event Planning in the Midst of a National Shutdown
If you’re an event planner, chances are you’ve been scrambling to deal with the fallout of coronavirus and cancelled plans. But how will this experience affect the future of event planning and what contingencies planners factor in? Stephanie Underwood shares her thoughts.
Why We Build Our Capital: Spotlight on Affinity Credit Union
As credit unions across the nation work hard to adapt to difficult circumstances, CEO Jim Dean shares how Affinity Credit Union has approached the situation, and shares his feelings on why a policy of open honesty is the best solution.
What Fintech Companies Are Doing to Help Credit Unions Succeed During Coronavirus
As credit unions work to adjust to their new normal and find the technologies to continue serving their members from a distance, fintech companies are stepping in to help. Emily Claus shares examples of such companies and what kind of support you can receive for your credit union.
Affinity Credit Union Announces COVID-19 Plan
Affinity Credit Union announces their COVID-19 strategy and what measures they are taking to support their members during this time,
Managing Regulatory Ramifications in Today’s Environment
With COVID-19 altering the country every day, credit unions are being required to make significant decisions and changes with little notice. Jim Vilker lends some guidance on how to prepare your credit union for any eventual justification that may be required once things return to the norm.
Learning at the Speed of the Crisis: A Cooperative Advantage
In the midst of the coronavirus crisis, everything around us is closing and canceling. During this time, Chip Filson conveys how essential it is for credit unions to keep learning and working thorough the crisis to continue serving their members until the world around us returns to normal.
