AURORA, Colo.–With so much confusion, misunderstandings and myths around crypto, the blockchain, DeFi, NFTs and more, credit unions here were given a basic explanation of all of those and more, along with a prediction on where lending technology is headed and why credit unions need to get experimenting and moving—now.
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AURORA, Colo.–The author of two of the best-selling business books of all time has some advice for credit union leaders when it comes to love, work, creativity, collaboration, and building effective teams, along with one other thing: if someone says, “Do what you love and you’ll never work again,” run in the other direction.
MADISON, Wis.—Companies across all industries are offering subscription-based services, even Taco Bell, notes the Filene Research Institute, which has data suggesting such a model will work well for credit unions.
LAKE FOREST, Ill.—COVID has changed the future of financial institutions forever, says one economist, who adds changes in services and product pricing and marketing will be critical to success.
WASHINGTON—American servicemembers have become increasingly vulnerable to the predatory lenders that have flocked near the gates of military bases, according to Anthony Hernandez.
GLASGOW, Scotland–How can senior leadership at credit unions attract and empower the next generation of CU leaders—people who “have not yet hired to do roles you have not yet created?” Two young leaders—including one who nearly left credit unions as the result of poor leadership—have some ideas and recommendations, including a checklist of questions to ask.
GLASGOW, Scotland–In an unseasonably warm day in Scotland, credit union leaders from around the globe who are gathered here were urged to prepare for coming regulations around sustainable finance, including those related to climate change.
GLASGOW, Scotland–Just how “future ready” is your credit union? Should you be hiring videogame designers? Perhaps, especially after a survey of CUs here found that about half believe they are prepared for what’s to come, with one expert offering seven pieces advice on what CUs should be doing to prepare.
GLASGOW, Scotland–A meeting held annually to celebrate credit unions globally kicked off here with one country in particular on its mind.
PALM COAST, Fla.–Good news! Credit unions now have the opportunity to do two good deeds at once. CUToday.info has partnered with CU4Kids on an initiative that both raises funds for Children’s Miracle Network hospitals and gives your credit union or organization the opportunity to bring some public and well-deserved recognition to one or more unsung heroes.