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In Memoriam: Mike Roark
Mike Roark, senior vice president of lending and collections at Neighborhood Credit Union, has passed away. He was 65. -
Wrap-up: Cornerstone legislative briefing for Hike at Home
Yesterday, Cornerstone League EVP/Chief Advocacy Officer Jim Phelps led a virtual legislative briefing designed to help credit union leaders as they engage with elected officials who have returned to their home districts during what’s known in Congress as the August Recess. -
Just say no to the Credit Card Competition Act
Yesterday Cornerstone and CUNA issued an action alert calling on credit union champions, advocates, and members to communicate their opposition to the bill to their lawmakers. -
In Memoriam: Cynthia Rogstad
Longtime Cornerstone League employee Cynthia Rogstad passed away this week after battling a long-term illness. -
Better Together: An Update from Caroline Willard on HCUA Merger
As we run through our due diligence, we at Cornerstone League are filled with optimism and a sense of excitement for a future with the Heartland Credit Union Association as an integral part of our organization.
Upcoming Events
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Webinar: AI and the Evolution of Social Engineering Attacks
OnlineThis annual NCUA-compliant security awareness training explores how artificial intelligence is transforming social engineering tactics used by cybercriminals. Participants will learn about the latest AI-powered threats—including highly realistic deepfake audio/video, sophisticated phishing emails, voice cloning, and adaptive manipulation techniques—along with practical strategies to recognize, prevent, and report these evolving attacks. -
Webinar: The Digital Dollar Revolution: Stablecoins, Tokenized Deposits, and Digital Dollars
OnlineThe dollar is being rebuilt for the digital age. Stablecoins and tokenized deposits are transforming money from a static store of value into a programmable financial asset that moves globally, settles instantly, and operates around the clock. This session examines the technologies, regulatory developments, opportunities, and risks that will define the next generation of financial services. -
CEO Roundtable - Wichita
Wichita, KSOpportunity for CEOs to engage in discussions with colleagues from around the region. -
CEO Roundtable - Dallas/Fort Worth
Arlington, TXOpportunity for CEOs to engage in discussions with colleagues from around the region. -
Missouri Legislative Summit
Jefferson City, MOThe 2026 Legislative Summit brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and advocacy experts for a forward-looking day of insight and strategy.