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A beacon of hope for underserved communities

A beacon of hope for underserved communities

As we honor Black History Month, it’s essential to recognize the invaluable role that credit unions play in serving the underserved, particularly those in low to moderate-income (LMI) communities. For decades, credit unions have [...]

Remembering the man, continuing the movement

Remembering the man, continuing the movement

As the commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr holiday is approaching, citizens across the nation prepare to celebrate. The MLK holiday recognizes the iconic civil rights leader’s contribution to justice and equality. This [...]

The importance of taking time off

The importance of taking time off

There are a plethora of studies showing the benefits of taking time off from work: Better creativity Increased productivity Better mental health Better physical health Lower risk of burnout Improved relationships Better work-life balance More [...]

Improving eyesight: My DEI journey

Improving eyesight: My DEI journey

‘We’re all just tumbling through life, trying to do the best that we can.’ I used that line too much over the years. Especially in conversations with younger colleagues about something that didn’t [...]

Influence versus legacy

Influence versus legacy

We live in an age of influence and influencers. From the best beauty products and latest tech gadgets to the best hacks to lose weight, fold a fitted sheet or practice mindfulness. Seems like more [...]

AACUC and legacy

AACUC and legacy

According to Webster’s New World Dictionary, legacy means anything handed down from, or as from an ancestor. Merriam Webster’s Dictionary defines legacy as something transmitted by or received from an ancestor or predecessor [...]

Financial strategy starts with the member

Financial strategy starts with the member

In the wake of the Silicon Valley Bank (SBV) collapse, many financial institutions are reconfirming their financial strategy; looking for cracks in their risk management armor. Although SVB’s business model was unique, particularly when [...]

The power of women coming together

The power of women coming together

When I was a little girl, my two biggest fears were tornadoes and nuclear war. I grew up in East TN (tornado alley) near the plant that generates the explosive material for nuclear warheads. As [...]

AACUC is a lab for emerging leaders

AACUC is a lab for emerging leaders

There is a saying that leaders are not born but are made. This is to suggest that leadership is a trait that can be taught. If this is so, individuals seeking a leadership post should [...]