Cybersecurity Awareness Month has arrived! The theme for 2021 is“Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.”This message is meant to empower individuals and business leaders to own their role in protecting their part…
If you’re getting into business for yourself, say through ride sharing, freelance work or selling products online, you’re likely starting to take business cash flow seriously. Your personal finances and…
In celebration ofNational Customer Service Week,we would like to recognizeall ourCO-OP employees who work with our client credit unions to deliver the exceptional service our members deserve. Thisweek also presentsanopportunity…
CUNA Cannabis & Hemp Financial Services eSchoolwill provide a credit-union-specific look at regulations and provide insights into operating in a world where cannabis use is becoming more widely legalized. The…
NAFCU President and CEO Dan Berger Monday expressed concerns with the U.S. Postal Service's (USPS) check-cashing pilot program -which quietly launched Sept. 13– and allows customers to use payroll or…
WhenStepping Stones Community Federal Credit Unionwas exploring ways to grow membership, it took to the streets in a converted van that became a branch on wheels. “We are in the…
As things transitioned back toward normalcy during this pandemic, one credit union exec I spoke to expected branch traffic to recover. Well… it hasn’t. Nor do I expect it ever…
With cyber threats like data breaches and ransomware attacks becoming more common, to new regulations surrounding the cyber world, cybersecurity has become somewhat of a necessity. Every industry needs it…
The 2009 recession discouraged financial institutions across the nation to lend money to millions of borrowers. Vince Passione saw it as an opportunity to service the populations left hanging by…
“Although credit cards dominated the U.S. market for decades, it’s clear that a seismic shift has started taking place, and they will likely become obsolete in a generation or two.”…
The fourth quarter of the year is upon us – but 2021 isn’t over yet. Every financial institution wants to close the year strong – but I have yet to…
Earlier this year,industry expertsreleased a report on the full picture of auto loan debt and trends in the country. Their research data included auto loan originations, prices, term lengths, delinquencies,…
Hope you’re well… We say it without thinking. But as leaders, it’s our responsibility to make sure those words carry real weight – for ourselves and for our employees. And…
CUNA Senior Economist Dawit Kebede gives an update to the previous June forecast in this month'sEconomic Update video, as well as examines some key figures heading into the fourth quarter…
NAFCU President and CEO Dan Berger Friday/today published anop-ed inCU Timesdefending the credit union tax exemption status against bank lobbyists calling for its elimination. Berger’s piece breaks down the findings…
As credit union executives, directors and board administrators adopt digital board management processes, cybersecurity risks associated with digital adoption leave them more vulnerable to cyberthreats. Board members play essential roles…
When we asked leading CEOs to talk about the future of the workplace at the recent CEOs and Senior Executives Conference, we got a lot more. We got their insights…
Financial institutions too often rely on antiquated lead management. Bring your system into the 21st century with this solution, and never lose another lead. It’s time for lead management to…
During a break in one of the interviews forSide Effects™,I overheard an exchange between two people on set whom I’ll refer to as Adam and Mark because of the sensitive…
A few weeks ago, webloggedabout enforcement actions involving storage service providers and student loans. The Department of Justice (DOJ) is not backing down from its fight to protect servicemembers and…
Athletes warm up because it raises the temperature of their bodies and their muscles, readying them for high performance. The same is true when board members and executives are getting…
Ten Leagues representing credit unions from 15 states have met with policymakers in-person and virtually over the past two weeks, part of credit unions’ fall advocacy efforts. In addition to…
The Senate yesterday approved the nomination of Rohit Chopra as Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB); the nomination was cleared by a 50-48 vote. “NAFCU congratulates Rohit Chopra…
Though no one can predict the future, some organizations certainly help to shape it. When it comes to financial services, financial technology companies are doing just that. With their actions…