No event has illustrated the importance of having a formal enterprise risk management program more than the COVID-19 pandemic of the past year and a half. “The initial impact of the pandemic was huge and [...]
“Our credit union is understaffed. We just can’t find enough people!” If I had a nickel for every time I’ve heard that statement from credit union leaders over the past few months, I’[...]
Following a year like no other in recent memory, America deserves a Fourth of July filled with jubilation for the ideals and vision this country represents. The day prior, however, offers cooperatives worldwide, credit union [...]
Most never expected that a service as ubiquitous as the taxi would be struggling against external competition. Now we know that ride-sharing apps and other unexpected competitors have appeared and compromised what was once a [...]
As many of you are aware, WOCCU advocates strongly for proportionality to be included in every international standard so that rulebooks can be tailored appropriately for credit unions and that our operating model is adequately [...]
With multiple tax-advantaged savings options available, your credit union members may often wonder where to defer their money when saving for the future. Sure, there’s the 401(k) plan—or another type of employer-sponsored [...]
The cloud has given businesses of all sizes a flexible, more cost-effective, and even more secure and reliable way to manage their enterprise technology and ever-growing data. Not only does moving your computing environment and [...]
Your online reputation matters. And if potential members are reading online reviews that don’t accurately reflect the customer experience you provide your existing members, you’re likely losing to the competition. Over 90% of [...]
Imagine that you and your family decided recently to take a road trip. The big day arrives … you put your suitcases, snacks, kids and pets in the car, and off you go! Once you get [...]
What does it take to lead data transformation? Some may think an advanced degree in data science, others may say strong technology skills. Read on to see if these skills made it into the top [...]
How do you define leadership? Do you think of great leaders you admire and strive to be like them? Do you feel in order to be a good leader you need to be something more [...]
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) can take several steps to address the racial wealth gap and the racial homeownership gap, CUNA Senior Director of Advocacy and Counsel Elizabeth LaBerge told an FHFA listening session [...]
The NCUA Monday announced it will distribute $865 million to the 1,800 membership capital account holders of the former Members United, Southwest Corporate, and U.S. Central corporate credit unions. In addition, the agency [...]
The pandemic has driven more consumers than ever to bank by mobile app, and seven in 10 would use a chat app for banking if their bank offered it, a new study shows. WhatsApp, Facebook [...]
Transitioning from a reactive remote workforce to a sustainable hybrid workforce model is no simple task. It requires careful planning and understanding of how to implement a workforce environment that fosters productivity, keeps your organization’[...]
