NAFCU’s Lending Conference moves to virtual
As NAFCU receives feedback from members on our return to normalcy in the wake of the pandemic, we have made the decision to pivot this year’s Lending Conference to ...
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How to make a budget for your holiday shopping this year
The holidays are a time of joy, light, and celebrations when families and friends gather from near and far to spend time together. The season is certainly a special time ...
What scares you about having a minority-specific employee resource group at your credit union?
I’ve recently stepped into the role of chair of the Black Alliance Cooperative at $28 billion BECU, Seattle, where I’m also a supervisor in our contact center . B....
DOL issues vaccine mandate guidance for federal contractors
A couple of weeks ago, we blogged about an Executive Order on vaccine mandates for federal contractors and employers with 100+ employees. This Executive Order addresses the approach for federal ...
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Cybersecurity Awareness Month, observed every October, was created as a collaborative effort between government and industry to ensure every American has the resources needed to stay safer and more secure ...
Straight talk: The importance of discussing finances with your family
Talking about money is one of the most socially taboo conversations in American society. We are startlingly opposed to discussing our finances, even with spouses, children, or close family members. ...
Interest buy downs take flight at Wings Financial
Wings Financial Credit Union ($7.3B, Apple Valley, MN) received inspiration from a hometown retail giant to ramp up its rewards game. The Twin Cities cooperative is offering members the ...
Security concerns, increased costs come with increased IRS reporting
Privacy and data security concerns are among the top issues with proposed increased reporting requirements, CUNA wrote to Sens. Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) and John Thune (R-S.D.) Tuesday in support ...