Advocacy in Action: Interview with America’s Credit Unions’ Scott Simpson
On the eve of the 2026 GAC, CUSO Magazine’s Emily Claus had the opportunity to sit down with America’s Credit Unions’ new President and CEO, Scott Simpson, to discuss his new role, his views on the future of the organization, the NCUA, and the impact of storytelling advocacy.
Keep Purpose Constant: Reflections from GAC and the Gospel of Servanthood
Reflecting on her time at last week’s GAC, Denise Wymore wonders if credit unions haven’t ventured too far from their mission and calls on the industry to remember its roots.
Washington Post Opinion on Taxing Credit Unions
Chip Filson discusses the history of credit unions’ tax exemption, why it was created in the first place, if we are still the same industry that was granted it to begin with, and what we would do without it.
Special Report from Day Four of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference
As the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference comes to a close, Emily Claus reports on all that went down on the fourth and final day, including a young professionals panel, key election information, and addresses from several members of Congress.
Special Report from Day Three of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference
Emily Claus reports on day three of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference, including an appearance from Senator Ricketts, insights from the Filene Research Institute, and an update on the economic outlook.
Special Report from Day Two of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference
Another day, another special report hot off the press! Today, Emily Claus covers all that went down at day two of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference, including ACU President and CEO Scott Simpson’s first GAC appearance and a chat with NCUA Board Chairman Kyle Hauptman.
Special Report from Day One of the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference
As the 2026 Governmental Affairs Conference kicks off in D.C., CUSO Magazine’s Emily Claus is boots on the ground reporting on all the latest coming out of the nation’s capital. With insights into this year’s Underground and info on the future of the NCUA, day one of GAC was not one to miss!
Credit Unions Prepare for GAC 2026
As thousands of credit union professionals gear up for GAC 2026, the industry’s largest event, Emily Claus discusses what will be new and different this year along with what key topics America’s Credit Unions might focus in on.
Special Report from Day Four of the 2025 Governmental Affairs Conference
Though it pains us to say it, the 2025 Governmental Affairs Conference has officially come to a close. To tide you over until next year, here is one last daily recap from CUSO Magazine’s Editor and Journalist, Emily Claus, covering all the activity on the conference’s fourth and final day.
Special Report from Day Three of the 2025 Governmental Affairs Conference
Emily Claus reports on day three of the Governmental Affairs Conference, including insights from NCUA board member Tanya Otsuka, the presentation of the Greg Inman Servant Leadership Award, and a keynote address from legendary basketball icon, Coach K.
