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Cornerstone Resources Executive Search VP Discusses Hiring Top Talent in The Cornerstone League Podcast

In our latest episode of The Cornerstone League Podcast, Cornerstone Resources Executive Search and Professional Recruiting Vice President Marcus Cotton talks about what credit union leaders can do to attract top talent to their credit unions, what candidates are looking for in a role, and the benefits of raw talent.


Geopolitical Events Increase the 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 highlighted recent malicious cyber incidents suffered by public and private entities in Ukraine.


CDFI Applications Consolidate Under One Process

National Credit Union Administration issued a notice on Feb. 24 to note that the streamlined application process for Community Development Financial Institution certification is being phased out.


NCUA to Distribute $569M Under Corporate System Resolution Program

NCUA announced this week that it will distribute $569 million to corporate credit unions that were liquidated in 2010.


CO-OP Financial Services is Now Co-op Solutions

CO-OP Financial Services, the payments CUSO based in Rancho Cucamonga, Calif., has rebranded to become Co-op Solutions.


Texas Trust Celebrates Six Graduates from Cornerstone Leadership Academy

Six Texas Trust Credit Union employees advanced their learning and industry knowledge through the Cornerstone Leadership Academy.


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.

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