Now that the Fed has raised interest rates, what does that mean for credit unions? In January, balance sheet experts from your Strategic Link partner Catalyst Strategic Solutions and Catalyst Corporate will attempt to answer that question in their third annual Blueprint for Success multimedia production.
The online-only virtual conference delivers advanced learning for credit union leaders, can be attended from anywhere with an internet connection, and is completely free.
Learn why credit unions trust The Trust for the best in employee benefits. Plus valuable updates from CUNA Mutual Group, LSC, and CSCU!
Would your members appreciate an ATM where they could make deposits? Portland-based Peregrin Financial Technologies has an NCR deposit taking ATM available July 27, and they are currently accepting offers.
Is your credit union new to social media, or are you looking to revamp your strategy, or do you want to help your members improve their small biz social media game? This guide from Expertise.com can help.
With its Cultural Passport campaign, Global is inspiring its community to invest in local culture and offering a $1,000 reward to one lucky participant.
Credit card marketers put on notice by CFPB, answer to your NSF notice question, and more.
Northwest credit unions continue to ride a successful wave making bike loans. With three Northwest cities among the nation’s five “Best Bike Cities,” it makes sense to help members gear up in style.
Prequalification, preapproval and prescreening — three terms that many of us are guilty of using interchangeably. But when it comes to regulatory compliance, the terms can have very distinct meanings and requirements depending on the context in which they are used. Also in today’s Anthem: Legal Briefs, and the Question of the Week: “Can a member cash a check made out to his/her spouse if that spouse is deceased?”
Financial-services technology is evolving faster than ever, but members still value the personal touches that have traditionally helped differentiate credit unions from big banks. To bridge that gap, CO-OP Financial Services is offering a fully integrated portfolio of products and services that help credit unions compete in a challenging marketplace.
Prepaid reloadable debit cards may present new growth opportunities for credit unions. Strategic Link business partner CUMONEY reports its reloadable prepaid debit card program is an affordable relationship-building tool, carrying one of the lowest fee structures in the market.
According to Member Access Pacific (MAP), mobile payments can be more than just an added feature for on-the-go credit union members. Credit unions can also use mobile technology to strategically build and maintain member loyalty through just a few important steps.
Credit unions are getting ready for International Credit Union Day, set for Oct. 18. CUNA is providing free marketing and promotional materials, and CUNA President and CEO Bill Cheney recorded a video greeting.
Have you ever struggled to make a meeting interesting? A new Speakers Bureau resource will help credit union professionals plan more compelling, educational and relevant events. It’s also a great way to offer your own expertise as a speaker.
We’re working with a credit bureau to offer a credit card solicitation to select members. The results of our pre-screen criteria indicated that a certain number of members had selected “do not solicit.” We’re thinking this pertains to those who have contacted the credit bureau(s) to remove their names from pre-screened offers. Is this correct? And are there any state laws we should know about concerning “do not solicit”?
The model Northwest credit unions established to raise millions for Credit Unions for Kids is showcased on an NWCUA-hosted website. The site offers fundraising ideas, best practices for involvement, easy contribution connections and other features.
An analysis from Member Access Pacific claims that while the act has increased transparency for consumers and eliminated unannounced rate hikes and unreasonable overdraft fees, the regulation has been a major burden for credit unions.
The Oregon Credit Union Foundation announced the availability of professional development grants to individuals attending Western CUNA Management School.