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Texas CU Merges with Texas Trust
The merger of Texas Credit Union (formerly known as Texas Federal Credit Union) and Texas Trust Credit Union is complete.
FivePoint Credit Union Named a Best-in-Class Employer
FivePoint Credit Union scored in the top quartile of midsize employers who participated in Gallagher’s 2021 Benefits Strategy & Benchmarking Survey.
Current geopolitical events increase likelihood of imminent cyberattacks on financial institutions
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has recently issued two alerts addressing risks from Russian State-Sponsored cyber threats and highlighting recent malicious cyber incidents suffered by public and private entities in Ukraine.
You still have time! Apply for a Foundation grant by Feb. 25
Don’t miss your opportunity to apply for a Cornerstone Foundation grant in 2022. While Financial Capability grant requests are accepted year-round, the grants deadline for Credit Union Development and Chapter grants is Friday, Feb. 25.
Hone your political engagement skills with expert Nate Webb
There’s never been a better opportunity to learn first-hand about political engagement and advocacy than the 4-5 hours you’ll spend in the Oklahoma Credit Union Association’s new Ambassador Program.
YPs, Submit nominations for Professional of the Year award
Young professionals in the Cornerstone region are encouraged to apply for the League’s Young Professional of the Year award.
Attend online DEI certification program from MDDCCUA
As our movement sharpens its focus on building an inclusive and supportive work environment, Cornerstone continues its commitment to support diverse, equitable, and inclusive efforts, as well.
NCUA Seeks Your Comments on Succession Planning
The National Credit Union Administration is seeking comments on a proposed rule that would require federal credit union boards of directors to establish and adhere to processes for succession planning.
Filene Announces CU Innovators Selected for i3 Program
Twenty-three of the credit union industry’s most innovative leaders have come together to form the newest cohort of the Filene i3 Program.
What’s the real motivation behind sweeping changes to overdraft services?
Changing market conditions and renewed interest by regulators to address products and procedures that are perceived as harmful to consumers have fueled sweeping changes in some overdraft strategies recently.
GECU expands partnership with CO-OP Financial Services to further enhance member experience, operational efficiencies
GECU has renewed and expanded its partnership with CO-OP Financial Services, adding the CO-OP Developer Portal, an application program interface (API) management system that houses the fintech’s APIs in a single, digital library.
Ken Gardner named AVP of HR at Greater Texas Credit Union
Ken Gardner, who has been with Greater Texas Credit Union for a decade, has been named assistant vice president of human resources. In this new position, he oversees the HR operations for Greater Texas and its Aggieland subsidiary.
In Memoriam: Ruth Ann Kearley
Ruth Ann Kearley, founder and namesake of credit union-focused marketing and branding firm Kearley and Company, passed away peacefully on Feb. 8, 2022.
GOTV! Early voting in Texas is underway: Feb. 14–25
Early voting began Monday for the Texas primary election, which will determine who is on the ballot for the midterm election this November. Since the primary election takes place March 1 when many credit union leaders will be at the CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference, remember to vote at early voting locations before you head to D.C.
Have You Completed Your League’s 2022 Image Survey?
If you are the CEO of your credit union and have not yet completed your 2022 Cornerstone Image Survey, either online or by mail, now would be a great time to do so.
IMPACT 2022 features dynamic ‘All Access’ Forums by specialty
No matter your professional forté, when you attend Cornerstone’s IMPACT 2022: Annual Meeting and Council Forum, you’ll enjoy a full slate of All Access Forums that will help you build and fortify your knowledge base and improve your performance at your credit union.
New for CUNA GAC: Nation’s Capital Ends Vaccine Verification
Washington, D.C., city officials announced on Monday that they are ending their vaccine verification requirement, effective Feb. 15. They have also indicated the indoor mask requirement will expire on Feb. 28.
Start a public/private foundation with the help of a Cornerstone Foundation Donor Advised Fund
Is your credit union interested in starting a nonprofit foundation or charity? Great news: your Cornerstone Foundation has a solution.
Help make an impact through your Cornerstone Foundation
The Cornerstone Foundation’s Annual Giving Campaign is a unique opportunity for our regional credit unions to collaboratively raise funds for our shared mission to empower people to improve their financial well-being.
Arkansas’ Boozman urges continued access to credit for farmers and ranchers
In a letter sent Feb. 7 to National Credit Union Administration Chairman Todd Harper, Sen. John Boozman (R-Ark.) and colleagues called for continued access to credit for agricultural producers.
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