The latest from Miriam Ackerman

Dec 27, 2023 - by Miriam Ackerman, NetGiver

Unveiling the power of ESG and CSR: Impact reports as a beacon of credit union value

In today’s increasingly purpose-driven world, consumers are looking to do business with organizations that share their values and make a positive impact on the community. For credit unions, which ...

Jun 28, 2023 - by Miriam Ackerman, NetGiver

League leadership – Supporting the American Red Cross

In a world where disasters affect members and communities unexpectedly, leaving individuals scared, unsure and in distress, the Cooperative Credit Union Association (CCUA) is taking a proactive approach to collaborate ...

Sep 21, 2022 - by Miriam Ackerman, NetGiver

A “how-to” for member loyalty

Thanksgiving decorations are already on the shelves, and holiday flights are booking up quickly. Our members and our community are already gearing up for the end of the year, and ...

Jun 23, 2022 - by Miriam Ackerman, NetGiver

Credit union gold

CUNAʼs Chief Advocacy Officer, Ryan Donovan, has said “Every interaction that [credit unions] have with a member, is a story that can be told. It contributes to data that ...

Dec 22, 2021 - by Miriam Ackerman, NetGiver

Bring glad tidings – all through the year

You see them everywhere you turn this time of year. Social media posts rife with credit unions ringing bells, presenting checks, and sharing good cheer with the community. Nearly one ...

Sep 1, 2021 - by Miriam Ackerman, NetGiver

More than a check

Nonprofits exist to serve. Credit unions have a strong tradition of giving back, and supporting the nonprofits that serve their community. The classic picture of a giant check has become ...

Apr 6, 2021 - by Miriam Ackerman, NetGiver

Your ‘why’ is what prospective members want

In his now-famous Ted Talk from 2009 titled ‘Start with Why’, Simon Sinek posits that every organization and individual knows what they do, many know how they do it, but ...

Jan 6, 2021 - by Miriam Ackerman, NetGiver

George Bailey vs Mr. Potter – the story of charities in 2020

Welcome to 2021. No doubt most of us have heard enough platitudes and tired phrases over the past twelve months to last us a decade. Unprecedented, uncertain, the new normal, ...