Inside Cornerstone
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After 49 Years Serving Arkansas Superior FCU, Dwayne Ashcraft to Retire
Cornerstone extends hearty congratulations to Dwayne Ashcraft who, after 49 years in the credit union industry, will retire as president and CEO of Arkansas Superior Federal Credit Union, effective at the end of January 2022. -
Deadline for Cornerstone Crypto Survey Extended to Oct. 1
We greatly need your help to complete our brief cryptocurrency survey. Will you take just a moment to help? -
Energy Capital CU Appoints Kanika Boutté as New CEO
Houston-based Energy Capital Credit Union has announced that Kanika Boutté has been named chief executive officer. She will succeed Linda Pearsall and assume responsibilities on Jan. 1, 2022. -
1st University CU Promotes Long-Time Employee Ethel Jennings
Ethel Jennings has been with 1st University Credit Union for 25 years, having started in the accounting department in 1996. Last week, Jennings was promoted to executive vice president of accounting and operations. -
We Need Your Help to Prevent Burdensome IRS Reporting
Congressional policymakers are eyeing unconventional sources of revenue to fund their infrastructure plans. One proposal under consideration would require credit unions and other financial institutions to report to the Internal Revenue Service how much money has gone into and out of accounts holding more than $600.
Upcoming Events
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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. -
Compliance and Audit Forum
Austin, TXThe Compliance and Audit Forum is designed to provide financial professionals with in-depth insights into the evolving regulatory landscape, audit best practices, and key compliance challenges.