Development

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At Cornerstone, we strive to be the preferred provider of learning and education for credit unions, their staff, and volunteers. With a wide range of topics and venues, we offer a variety of industry related educational opportunities.

Cornerstone promises to deliver value priced training for your credit union with quality content and applicable solutions, presented by industry experts to enable the success of your credit union.

Development News

Azura Credit Union, City of Topeka Launch Financial Literacy Initiative

Sometimes the best financial education starts with a lawn chair and a conversation. Azura Credit Union’s new partnership with the City of Topeka aims to make money guidance feel approachable.


Pinnacle Awards 2026: Mapping the Best in Credit Union Marketing

Explore the winners from this year's Cornerstone’s Marketing & Business Development Council’s Pinnacle Awards .


IMPACT 2026 Recap: Hitting the Road to Innovation

From fresh ideas and candid conversations to hard-earned recognition, IMPACT 2026 is already showing how innovation takes shape when the movement comes together.


Apply for the Tony L. Black Memorial Scholarship

The AACUC Texas Regional Chapter is offering a $3,000 scholarship to help a Texas credit union professional attend the 2026 AACUC Annual Conference.


League System Launches Elder Exploitation Prevention Toolkit

A new customizable toolkit from the League System gives credit unions practical resources to help prevent elder financial exploitation through member education, staff support, and community outreach.

Upcoming Events

  • SHIFT Lending & Collections Conference

    Irving, Texas
    Hosted in partnership with the Cornerstone Lending & Collections Council, this conference provides networking and education opportunities for lending and collections professionals.
  • CEO Roundtable - Jefferson City

    Jefferson City, MO
    Opportunity for CEOs to engage in discussions with colleagues from around the region.
  • Webinar: AI and Financial Health: What Credit Unions Need to Know Now

    Online
    Grounded in original research from the Financial Health Network (FHN), this session introduces credit union leaders to the evolving role of AI in consumer financial health. Leveraging data from FHN's Financial Health Pulse®, we will explore how consumers use AI for financial advice, how institutions are currently deploying these technologies, and the long-term implications for credit unions dedicated to member well-being.
  • Advocacy Update - Kansas - Sept.

    Online
    Credit union advocacy leaders in Kansas are invited to hear the latest policy and political news.
  • 2026 Small CU Q3 Hot Topics Call

    Online
    These calls serve as a forum for sharing insights, exchanging best practices, and fostering collaboration among credit union leaders. We'll discuss pressing issues, trends, or challenges facing your organization and the industry. Q3 Meeting Topic: Current AI Trends

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View the 2026 Professional Development Brochure to learn about our upcoming offerings.

2026 Professional Development Brochure

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