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Breaking barriers in 2022: Roadmap to growing your credit union’s financial advisor team in the age of the Great Resignation

For the last several months, workers have been quitting their jobs at or near record levels. According to the latest Job Openings and Labor Turnover Summary (JOLTS) release from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the quit rate increased to 3% in November 2021.1 That matches the all-time high last seen in September.


Greater Texas CU Appoints Molly Daniels as chief HR officer/SVP

In an effort to maintain top workplace status and prepare for continued growth, Greater Texas Credit Union named Molly Daniels as chief human resource officer and senior vice president. Daniels brings nearly 25 years of HR management and talent development experience to the credit union.


Texas Trust receives community service award from Mansfield Area Chamber

The Mansfield Area Chamber of Commerce presented the Community Service Award to Texas Trust Credit Union during its 50th annual Chamber Business Awards Show. Texas Trust was one of six nominees competing for the award, receiving more than 30% of the winning votes.


Cornerstone’s Willard earns Certified Association Executive designation

Cornerstone League is pleased to announce that its president and CEO Caroline Willard has earned the Certified Association Executive designation, the highest professional credential in the association industry.


Are you joining us for Oklahoma GAC?

Seasoned credit union advocates know that at the 2022 Oklahoma Governmental Affairs Conference, April 12–13, in Oklahoma City, you’ll receive critical industry updates, news on credit union priorities, and the opportunity to visit with lawmakers at the Capitol.


Join March 15 Ambassador Program to hone political engagement skills

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.


Sample annual meeting speeches, holiday closing signs available online

Cornerstone League provides sample annual meeting speeches for the CEO and chairman of member credit unions to help organize and report the year’s activities, announce future plans, and demonstrate strength and value to member-owners.


U.S. House passes SAFE Banking Act as part of COMPETES Act

On Feb. 4, the U.S. House of Representatives passed the CUNA/Cornerstone-supported Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act as an amendment attached to the America COMPETES Act.


Unity One Credit Union announces new CEO

Fort Worth-based Unity One Credit Union has named Scott Ward as its new president/CEO after Gary Williams retired on Jan. 31 after 27 years at the helm. Ward has been with Unity One for 34 years and has led the credit union through many changes.


TTCU announces $3.7M in member rewards dividends

Oklahoma’s TTCU Federal Credit Union announced that $3.7 million in member rewards dividends were paid out to TTCU members in 2021, an increase of 5% over the previous year.


FivePoint CU promotes Chris Sheffield

FivePoint Credit Union President/CEO Erik M. Shaw has announced that Chris Sheffield has been promoted to e-services lending supervisor for the credit union.


Cornerstone Foundation Grants Deadline Feb. 25

Don’t miss the opportunity to apply for a Cornerstone Foundation’s Credit Union Development Grant or Chapter Grant for 2022. Apply today via the Foundation website.


CUNA Opens Registration for 'CUNA GAC On-Air'

Credit Union National Association opened registration today for “CUNA GAC On-Air,” a limited-content, virtual option to attend the 2022 Governmental Affairs Conference.


Compliance Update on the Employee Retention Credit

Cornerstone League’s Information Central has received recent inquiries regarding the Employee Retention Credit (ERC) and whether credit unions are able to obtain this credit. We thought it would be helpful to clarify some recent changes regarding this issue.


Cornerstone welcomes more new members

Membership with Cornerstone League opens the doors to industry expertise, vision, intel, and reach statewide, regionally, and nationally. So, we are pleased to welcome two more recipients of those benefits to the Cornerstone League family.


Cornerstone news on League and Resources boards of directors

Cornerstone League officially welcomed four newly elected directors to the League board. President/CEO Caroline Willard said, “Our organizations benefit so much from its members’ engagement, leadership, and expertise.


Oklahoma GAC unifies CU voices on important issues

At the 2022 Oklahoma Governmental Affairs Conference, credit union leaders gather for critical updates on credit union priorities, engage with the voices of experience in the movement, and network with colleagues.


NCUA issues regulatory alert for 2022 HMDA data collection requirements

Yesterday, the National Credit Union Administration issued a regulatory alert (22-RA-01) regarding the Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data collection requirements for calendar year 2022.


Four smart strategies for maximizing debit interchange revenue

Credit unions have a limitless need for non-interest income. Often more stable and predictable than its interest-based counterpart, non-interest income can be a reliable port during even the most turbulent of economic storms.


Greater Texas Credit Union promotes Ben Teske to EVP/CLO

Ben Teske has been named Greater Texas Credit Union's executive vice president and chief lending officer. Since he came on board in July 2019, Teske has led several major projects resulting in improved operational efficiency, increased loan production, better risk management, and enhanced member experiences.

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