October 16th, 2025021Washington, DC – In celebration of International Credit Union Day, Callahan & Associates is proud to announce the launch of The Member Story Project, a new initiative designed to spotlight the everyday moments when credit unions make a meaningful difference in the lives of their members. Story collection begins Thursday, October 16, and stories will be featured on CreditUnions.com and in the site’s daily newsletter in the coming weeks.
The Member Story Project serves as a centralized platform for credit union leaders to submit and share authentic, uplifting stories that reflect the heart of the credit union mission: helping people....
October 16th, 2025029
Congratulations to the October 2025 class for completion of Credit Union Development Education program
Madison, WI – The National Credit Union Foundation (the Foundation) today announced 54 credit union leaders from across the United States were designated as Credit Union Development Educators (CUDEs) after completing the Foundation’s signature Credit Union Development EducationTM (DE) program in October 2025.
Delivered as an immersive week-long in-person event, the DE program is a unique, transformative training experience. It provides lessons in credit union structure, purpose and the “why” that differentiates credit unions...
October 10th, 2025035Digital convenience has become the new standard. From ordering dinner with a swipe to managing investments through intuitive mobile apps, consumers now expect every interaction—especially in financial services—to be fast, seamless, and personalized.
For credit unions, this means the benchmark is no longer set by peer institutions but by the best product experiences people encounter daily. Members want to open accounts, apply for loans, and manage their finances in minutes—not hours or days.
Despite recognizing the need for transformation, many credit unions are still catching up. According to Filene Research’s CU Landscape –...
October 3rd, 2025029Naperville, Ill. – Alloya Corporate Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Mitchell as its Chief Risk Officer (CRO), effective October 1, 2025. This appointment reflects the organization’s commitment to upholding the highest standards of risk management, corporate governance and strategic growth. John Collins, the current Chief Risk Officer, will be retiring in early 2026 after a distinguished career of service to Alloya and its credit union members.
“We are delighted to welcome Karen Mitchell to our executive team as Chief Risk Officer,” said Todd Adams, Alloya’s Chief Executive Officer. “Her...
September 26th, 2025017MADISON, Wis.—CUES and partner Currency Marketing have named a group of highly-respected credit union leaders to serve as judges for the 2025 CUES Emerge program, which culminates with a Pitch Show on October 1 at 1 p.m. CDT. The judges are:
Mark Burgess, President/CEO, Credit Union 1 Alaska
Mykol Fero, VP/Enterprise Planning & Program Delivery, TruStage
Mirren Harris, CCD, VP of Education and Professional Development, Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA)
James Hunter, CCM, CCE, Chief Advocacy and Culture Officer, New Orleans Firemen's Federal Credit Union
CUES Emerge was developed by CUES and Currency Marketing...
September 25th, 2025015BANFF – The 2025 ALM First Financial Forum wrapped up on Wednesday after three days of engaging sessions focused on driving organizational success amidst the inspirational backdrop of the Canadian Rockies.
During the final day of the conference, panel discussions featuring industry experts and practitioners shared insights regarding the changing regulatory environment and growth strategies. These interactive sessions highlighted topics like stablecoin and the GENIUS Act, the future of branch strategy, managing strategic risk associated with regulatory changes, and mergers and acquisitions.
To close out this year’s Financial Forum,...
September 25th, 2025031Manchester, NH – America’s Credit Union Museum is proud to announce the first nine honorees featured in its newest exhibit, “Woven in History: A Tapestry of Unsung Heroes,” opening September 24, 2025.
The Unsung Heroes exhibit highlights individuals whose steadfast vision and community spirit built strong foundations for financial cooperation—often without fanfare or public recognition. The first nine honorees include:
Latonya Allen-Amerson
Colin Baxter
Cathy Brorson
Julie Cosgrove
Tony Kitt
Hazelmae Overturf
Theresa Palumbo
Kimberly Pare
Bill Smith (posthumous)
Together, these pioneers embody...
September 25th, 2025027BANFF – The 2025 ALM First Financial Forum kicked off yesterday at the Fairmont Banff Springs nestled in the breathtaking Canadian Rockies. Highlights from the first day of this industry-leading, three-day conference included an inspiring keynote session on Five Practices that Make Leadership Work presented by Dr. Jamie Leddin and the latest Economic & Market Update tailored specifically to financial institutions by Jason Haley, ALM First’s Chief Investment Officer.
By interpreting economic indicators and market conditions, Haley shed light on factors likely to influence depository performance in the year ahead. Haley’s insights...
September 25th, 2025042 North Augusta, SC – SRP Federal Credit Union will welcome members, families, and friends to watch “Lilo and Stitch” (2025) under the stars on Friday, Sept. 26 at the SRP Administrative Campus for SRP’s twice-yearly Member Appreciation Movie Night.
Starting at 6:30 p.m., guests can enjoy free face painting, popcorn, refreshments, and family-friendly activities before the movie begins at 7:30 p.m.
SRP’s Administrative Campus is located at 1070 Edgefield Road, North Augusta, SC. Guests are encouraged to bring outdoor chairs and blankets for a heartwarming and fun-filled evening.
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