The Question of Board Compensation

The Question of Board Compensation

Once unheard of, board compensation is becoming a more common practice. But often, the pay is not in line with the amount of work being done, and the methods fall outside the cooperative guidelines. Emily Claus examines the going rate for board members and the justifications credit unions use for these amounts.

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Credit Unions Celebrate the Holiday Season with Support for Their Communities

Credit Unions Celebrate the Holiday Season with Support for Their Communities

Helping their members and their communities is at the very heart of what credit unions do, and the holiday season is the perfect time to demonstrate that commitment. Emily Claus details a few of the many ways credit unions are spreading holiday cheer and how your credit union can get involved.

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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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