Financial Literacy: The Human Element
As we continue to celebrate Financial Literacy Month, Emily Claus reminds credit unions that effort and intention matter when creating a financial literacy program, and why the task should not be left up to social media posts.
Financial Literacy Month: How Credit Unions Can Support The Journey to Financial Wellness
As Financial Literacy Month 2026 kicks off, Emily Claus delves into the origins of the event, its importance over two decades later, and how credit unions can get involved to better support their members’ journeys to financial wellness.
Insights from Educators: Training and Onboarding
In her new interview series with credit union educators and trainers, Kasey Olchowski sits down with TBA Credit Union’s Training and Development Specialist, Mae Johnson, to uncover her insider knowledge on onboarding and new hire training.
The Unsung Heroes: America’s Credit Union Museum Pays Tribute
In deference to the hardworking pioneers of the credit union movement, America’s Credit Union Museum has unveiled its newest exhibit, Woven in History: A Tapestry of Unsung Heroes. Emily Claus sat down with the museum’s Executive Director, Stephanie Smith, to learn more about the inspiration for the exhibit as well as their upcoming day of giving, a Labor of Love.
Building Bridges: Credit Unions Empowering LMI Communities Toward Financial Prosperity
Financial literacy efforts cannot and should not be constrained to the month of April, it needs to be core principle, ingrained into the credit union’s mission and practiced daily, says Kelli Holloway.
The Importance of Password Hygiene
In light of the “mother of all breaches,” that was recently discovered, Brian Henderson wants to remind credit unions of the importance of good password hygiene in keeping both your private information and work information safe from hackers.
Should You Be Educating Your Members on Debit and Credit Card Fraud?
While financial institutions are typically up-to-date on the latest fraud types and scams, members are not. Heather French encourages credit unions to continuously educate members on various fraud types they might encounter and offers advice on what steps the credit union can take to prevent fraud.
The Wisdom of Elders
Chip Filson shares the perspective of retired credit union CEO John Tippets and how his change in positions has led to new appreciation for the industry as well as the unique ability to observe trends and changes with fresh eyes.
From Pencil to Paperless: Changes in Accounting Technology
Becky Frankowski reflects on 30 years in accounting, how systems and technologies have changed during her tenure, and what concerns there might be surrounding these changes.
How to Effectively Use Social Media to Support Financial Literacy
If your financial literacy efforts are limited to your branch and your website, your credit union is missing out on one of its greatest tools: social media. Vivian Colligan offers insight on how to properly take advantage of these platforms and become a reliable source of education for members and potential members alike.
