The latest from Denise Wymore

May 23, 2024 - by Denise Wymore, Zest AI

Lessons from the flying pig

Back when I started my prior consulting business I decided not to name it, being a party of one. But I did need a logo. We’ve always done it ...

Nov 1, 2023 - by Denise Wymore, Zest AI

Fighting for the future of credit unions, even though we might not be around to see it

October 19, 2023 we celebrated the 75th anniversary of International Credit Union Day and this month we will commemorate 115 years of credit unions in the United States. On November ...

Jul 27, 2023 - by Denise Wymore, Zest AI

Now what, emerging leaders? Life after CUNA Management School

Two weeks ago, I had the privilege of teaching Strategic Marketing to 3rd year students at CUNA Management School at the University of Wisconsin, Go Badgers! I think this is ...

Feb 2, 2023 - by Denise Wymore, Zest AI

Are credit unions necessary?

“If you look around you right now – If you’re riding in your car right now, your car does not need to exist, it is contingent. It’s not necessary. ...

Dec 6, 2022 - by Denise Wymore, Zest AI

2023 predictions: ATMs replace tellers and automation replaces loan officers

I heard that first prediction in 1983. The CEO of the credit union I was working at announced, “We are investing in an ATM and it will someday replace tellers.” ...

Aug 3, 2022 - by Denise Wymore, QCash Financial CUSO

The imposter complex and how I conquered it

I have no business being in marketing. I didn’t go to college to study marketing. I was a serving wench at a fish-n-chips restaurant all through high school. And ...

Jun 29, 2022 - by Denise Wymore, QCash Financial CUSO

Credit union mergers do more harm than good – A true statement?

That was the topic of debate at the Southeast Regional CU School (SRCUS) last week. I am fortunate to teach all three years at the University of Georgia, but this ...

May 13, 2022 - by Denise Wymore, QCash Financial CUSO

Man’s search for meaning: The credit union version

I listened to the CUInsight podcast featuring Tarrant County’s Credit Union CEO, Lily Newfarmer recently and at the end, when Randy does his rapid fire questions he asked her ...