Every great conference has a theme. Sometimes the theme is intentionally set by the event coordinators and splashed everywhere leading up to the conference and witnessed once you are onsite. Other times, without any coordination [...]
Independence Day is always a good time to celebrate our nation’s many freedoms, values, and traditions. Of course, this holiday carries great historical relevance with respect to the Declaration of Independence. However, it is [...]
Join us for this video interview as CUInsight CEO Lauren Culp interviews AACUC President & CEO, Renée Sattiewhite, and TruStage Director of Industry Relations, John Cassidy. You’ll learn more about Generation Boost, designed [...]
Juneteenth's designation as a federal holiday represents a profound acknowledgment of African American history and the ongoing struggle for racial justice in the United States. It commemorates the pivotal moment on June 19th, 1865, when [...]
Designing a SERP (Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan) isn’t a cookie-cutter process; every credit union is different. Twenty years ago, these plans were a new concept in the credit union industry. Today, SERPs are common, [...]
April marks National Financial Literacy Month, a time designated by US legislators in 2003 to raise awareness about the importance of financial literacy and practical education in this realm. It serves as a crucial reminder [...]
I am grateful that Renée Sattiewhite reached out asking me to write an article for Women’s Month this year. When Renée calls, I answer. I am sure I am not alone! My [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Financial inclusion matters, but financial resilience matters even more. We hear the testimonials over and over again about credit unions changing lives, and the People Helping People credit union philosophy. Especially for many smaller credit [...]
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 [...]
‘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 [...]
I am still riding the wave of inspiration cast by this year’s 25th Annual AACUC Conference. Hundreds of credit union professionals all left with a very specific call to action – “What does Legacy mean [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
