While marijuana legalization varies tremendously state to state, all evidence points to an increasingly mainstream adoption of medical marijuana across the US, with over half of the union (30 states) legalizing its use for medicinal [...]
While it has and continues to constantly evolve, Search Engine Optimization for credit unions has never been a more vital marketing channel. Where your credit union falls in a Google search determines who, if anyone, [...]
It was the shot heard ‘round the world last week when Build-a-Bear Workshop posted an urgent message on social media that it was closing lines on its Pay Your Age marketing campaign just an hour [...]
As I am sure you are all aware, NCUA's model bylaws provide for the formation of several committees to assist the board in carrying out its duties. While committees can be effective in getting tasks [...]
I can see why people are intrigued by Venmo, the platform which facilitates person-to-person cash transfers. With a mobile phone it makes everything from paying up after a poker game to splitting the dinner check [...]
CUNA issued a letter urging House leadership to Title XVII of the House Amendment to S. 488, the JOBS and Investor Confidence Act of 2018, which would delay the risk-based capital rule recently finalized by [...]
Following additional NAFCU-led efforts, the House Tuesday passed for a second time a two-year delay of the NCUA's risk-based capital (RBC) rule. The association has long advocated for a delay and changes to the rule, [...]
If you’ve ever wished for a financial do-over, you’re not alone. According to a StudentLoanHero.com survey, in the past year, 76% of Americans have some form of financial regret. Those surveyed said [...]
There have been a couple of major corporate fails in the last week or so. First came Build-A-Bear Workshops “Pay Your Age” Day. The nationwide event promised shoppers the chance to bring their kids for [...]
Don’t you just love those moments in life when you find a hidden gem, are blown away by the experience and can’t wait to tell friends about it? This happened to me this [...]
Wouldn’t it be fair to say that making decisions based on emotion can get you into trouble? You might make a purchase that you otherwise wouldn’t, after listening to a subtle car salesperson [...]
When a team works well together, the results can be great. When your team isn’t working well together, the results won’t be ideal. Here are four things that you should be on the [...]
Large banks are closing branches in small markets to focus on more profitable markets where they can leverage efficiencies of scale, marketing dollars and favorable demographics. For example, Bank of America shuttered 600 branches in “[...]
The journey to becoming an authentic and effective leader starts by taking a moment to learn about yourself, says Jamie Marsh, director of BBA Career Services at the University of Wisconsin School of Business. “You [...]
Virginia brothers pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Newport News last week for stealing and attempting to steal more than $1.7 million from credit unions, banks and national retailers. Darrell Clark, 31, [...]
