The CUInsight Network podcast: Talent development – CUES

Thank you for tuning in to The CUInsight Network, with your host, Lauren Culp, President & CEO of CUInsight. In The CUInsight Network, we take a deeper dive with the thought leaders who support the credit union community. We discuss issues and challenges facing credit unions and identify best practices to learn and grow together.

My guest on today’s show is Pixie Gray, VP of Organizational Development at CUES. Pixie shares her career journey that led her to her current role. CUES provides leadership and professional development services to C-suite executives, board members, HR leaders, and emerging leaders in the credit union industry. The team at CUES is dedicated to the growth, development, and success of our movement.

During our conversation, Pixie explains how CUES stands out in the crowded market of leadership development by offering training that is tailored to the unique needs of credit unions. She highlights the importance of staying relevant in an ever-changing environment, discussing the need for fresh perspectives to ensure the continued success of credit unions. As we look to the future, CUES is focused on elevating its offerings to continue meeting and exceeding the needs of the industry.

As we wrap up the episode, Pixie talks about a credit union leader who left a lasting impact on her and the industry as a whole. She enjoys new and exciting dining experiences and shares tips to find balance in life. 

Connect with Pixie:
Pixie Gray, VP of Organizational Development at CUES
pixie@cues.org
cues.org
Pixie: LinkedIn
CUES: LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook | X

Show notes from this episode:
What an amazing interview with Pixie! Check out all the exceptional work their team is doing over at CUES here.
Want to hear more from Pixie? Click here.
Place mentioned: Texas
Shout-out: Pixie’s daughter
Shout-out: Heather McKissick
Shout-out: CEO Institute
Shout-out: Tony Budet
Shout-out: UFCU
Place mentioned: Baltimore, MD
Shout-out: Mama’s on the Half Shell
Place mentioned: Washington DC
Shout-out: Nagoski Sisters
Podcast mentioned: Brené Brown – Emily Nagoski and Amelia Nagoski on Burnout
Shout-out: Chad Helminak
Book mentioned: The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters by Priya Parker

In this episode:
[00:55] – Pixie shares her career journey to credit unions.
[03:47] – CUES supports credit union leaders with leadership development and education.
[05:10] – Pixie explains how CUES understands credit unions’ unique business model and creates tailored solutions.
[07:40] – Staying relevant requires adapting to change, addressing industry needs, and focusing on succession planning.
[09:16] – CUES is updating its offerings to remain relevant and meet current needs.
[11:28] – Pixie was inspired by a former CEO’s compassionate leadership and personal connection with employees.
[13:51] – We learn that Pixie enjoys immersive dining experiences with thoughtful attention to food and environment.
[14:44] – Hear why Pixie loves Baltimore so much.
[16:20] – Pixie shares her book recommendation.
[17:53] – Pixie emphasizes closing the crisis loop with end-of-day rituals to transition from work to personal life.
[20:30] – Pixie emphasizes the importance of staying curious.