Inside Cornerstone
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Making plans to move ahead in 2021
In this week’s Leaguer, we are looking ahead with new staff, a new NCUA chair, and newly certified and recertified financial counselors. -
Education CU donates 51K in grants to area schools
Education Credit Union (ECU), based in Amarillo, Texas, recently awarded $51,000 in Pocket Change Grants to area schools, giving up to $500 per teacher to help provide much-needed items for their classrooms. -
United CU supports Foundation and has a little fun
In Tyler, Texas, the staff at United Credit Union is always looking for ways to have fun with their members and find new ideas for giveaways. At the end of the year, the credit union promoted a “Kick 2020 to the Curb” campaign, giving away SWAG bags full of credit union goodies and Cooking with Cornerstone cookbooks. -
SBA approves 60K PPP loan applications during the first week
The U.S. Small Business Administration approved approximately 60,000 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan applications submitted by nearly 3,000 lenders, for more than $5 billion, between Jan. 11 and Jan. 17. -
Last chance: Nominate CU professionals for prestigious Cornerstone awards
Don’t let the clock run out. Act now to nominate top credit union leaders and professional staff for one of three prestigious awards offered by the Cornerstone League: the Credit Union Professional of the Year, the Small Credit Union Achiever, or the Hall of Fame.
Upcoming Events
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Webinar: Deposit Growth & Member Affordability
OnlineSuccess in 2026 requires a dual-focus strategy: securing the liquidity necessary for growth while remaining a steadfast partner in member affordability. This session explores how to move beyond traditional, fragmented data to gain a 360-degree view of a member's financial life. -
Sabine Chapter Leadership Roundtable
Port Neches, TXThe Sabine Chapter Leadership Roundtable will feature an engaging discussion on industry trends, shared challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of credit unions. -
Dallas & Fort Worth Chapters Meeting
Grand Prairie, TXJoin the crossover event for the Dallas Chapter and Fort Worth Chapter of Credit Unions as you get a chance to connect, collaborate, and stay informed with your peers from both chapters! This year, we're excited to welcome Mike Saylor of Blackswan Security who will dive into today’s hottest cybersecurity topics, offering insights that matter to all of us. This link goes to the Fort Worth Chapter registration. -
Webinar: The Psychology of Financial Decisions: Understanding Client Behavior for Better Outcomes
OnlineIn this session, Money Habitudes explores the psychological factors that shape financial decision-making and how they impact clients’ financial health. The class blends theory with practice—examining the role of Identity, the impact of Scarcity, cultural influences, and stress responses that affect money management. -
Webinar: Financial Literacy Month Spotlight: Building Better Money Mindsets with Money Habitudes
OnlineIn this session Money Habitudes will explore how our habits, attitudes, and emotions around money shape financial decisions. Participants will gain practical tools and insights to better understand money behaviors and support healthier financial conversations and outcomes.