Advocacy News
CFPB Releases Bulletin and Policy Guidance on Service Providers
Also: Do registered MLOs have to renew their registration this year?
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Old West FCU, Union Wallowa Baker FCU to Merge
Pending regulatory approval, the combined credit union would have assets of over $160 million and serve more than 12,000 members in eight Oregon counties.
Preparedness, Good Service Key for Robbery Training
USAgencies recently completed NWCUA robbery training, providing staff solid grounding should the situation arise, as it did for more than 340 credit unions nationally last year.
Zipwhip Brings ‘Choice Over Voice’ to CUs Looking to Engage With Members
We talked to Mark Johnson of Strategic Link partner Zipwhip this week, who described how Zipwhip allows credit unions to engage with members through text messages to landline phones.
News & Notes: Here’s What’s Happening Around the Northwest
Unitus Community Credit Union supports Doernbecher; Industrial Credit Union hosts shredding event; Seattle Metropolitan Credit Union CEO to Co-Chair business event; Columbia awards scholarships to Vancouver students; Rogue Credit Union honored; STCU promotes two to VP.
Vero Launches Exclusive Identity Theft Fully Managed Recovery for Elder Credit Union Members
Your Strategic Link partner Vero has a solution to help your elder members. ElderIDPro is an exclusive identify theft fully managed recovery product.
Overdraft Protection Disclosures – Verify ‘Opt-In’ Compliance Now
Be in compliance with Regulation E. Your Strategic Link Partners, Foster Pepper PLLC provide insight.
Consumer Reports Praises Credit Unions for Excellent Service, Low Fees
93% of credit union members reported being “Highly Satisfied,” compared with 69% of customers from the four largest national banks.
Filene 2025: Optimism for Credit Unions in Whole New FI World
A new report from Filene lays out the disruptive changes credit unions can expect in the next decade, and the case for optimism about the credit union movement.
Turkey Shoot! Mt. Hood Chapter Invites You to Raise Money for the Clackamas Service Center
Join the Mt. Hood Chapter of Credit Unions for a fun fall tradition and support not only the collective action of your credit union colleagues, but also the community impact of a lauded non-profit.
Compliance Center: Division of Credit Unions Selected IT Contractor to Assist With IT Exams
Learn about the future of Washington State credit union IT exams; your question answered about vehicle dealerships as Money Service Businesses; plus this week’s legal briefs.
If Your Member Crashes While Driving for Uber, Is Your Loan Covered?
CUNA Mutual Group debuts enhanced Collateral Protection to cover loan losses due to member participation in Uber, Lyft, and other transportation network companies.
Save Money, Enjoy World Class Service, and Get Free Next-Day Delivery With OfficeMax
Northwest credit unions save on everything from furniture and technology to printer toner and paper through Strategic Link’s group purchasing program with OfficeMax. Plus credit unions enjoy free next-day delivery on most orders, backed up with world class customer care.
Enter Now! Win Consulting From Top Firms for ICU Day 2015 Day of Service
Northwest credit unions are planning a day of service for International Credit Union Day. Enter your plans by Wednesday’s deadline for the chance to win free consulting from Strategic Link partner consultants.
Plan a Service Project for International Credit Union Day and Win Free Consulting!
What’s the perfect way to recognize everything credit unions stand for on International Credit Union Day? Share your plans with your Association and you could score valuable consulting services for your credit union.
Strategic Link Spotlight: CO-OP Launches New ATM Signage Program With Enhanced Financial Support
Get the latest on CO-OP Financial Services’ new signage program, plus updates from other select Strategic Link Business Partners.
News & Notes: Here’s What’s Happening Around the Northwest
Salal moves to First Hill; STCU gets neighborly with Urban Outfitters; Red Canoe hosts car seat safety clinic; and ACU team member receives JBLM Hall of Fame honors.
Become a LifeCounts Mobile Launch Partner and Bring Next-Gen Mobile Tech to Your Members
As LifeCounts readies its next generation personal financial management solution, LifeCounts Mobile, they are offering Northwest credit unions the exclusive chance to become launch partners.