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Life Insurance as a Lifeline
Explore why life insurance should be viewed not as an optional expense, but as a practical tool for strengthening financial resilience in uncertain times.
Cornerstone Awards: Who Is Being Honored at IMPACT 2026?
Meet the individuals, credit unions, and chapters being honored at IMPACT 2026 for leadership, advocacy, service, and support of the credit union movement.
Cornerstone Credit Unions Earn 2026 Diamond Awards
Cornerstone League member credit unions earned strong recognition in the Diamond Awards, showcasing how credit unions across the region continue to pair purpose with powerful storytelling.
Cornerstone Announces 2026 Bourbon, BBQ & Bands Details
Join us for Bourbon, BBQ & Bands in Kansas City, bringing credit union professionals together to network and raise funds for Children’s Miracle Network hospitals.
Build a Smarter Risk Register at CU Intersect
Learn how to turn risk management into a strategic asset. Idrees Rafiq shares practical steps for building a smarter risk register at CU Intersect on Jan. 27.
Upcoming Events
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ALM Webinar Series II: Webinar 4 - Organizing an ALM Process
OnlineAs the second webinar in Series II, this session will review the components of an investment and an ALM policy, review an ALM checklist, and discuss a liquidity analysis. -
Advocacy Update - Kansas - Nov.
OnlineCredit union advocacy leaders in Kansas are invited to hear the latest policy and political news. -
Webinar: Vehicle Loan Interest Deduction
OnlineThis session is designed for small credit unions and breaks down which loans qualify for the BBB Vehicle Interest Deduction, including reporting and disclosure requirements. -
New Manager Bootcamp: Session Three
OnlineThis three-part bootcamp series gives credit union members practical, ready-to-use leadership tools to confidently step into (or grow in) a management role. -
YP Virtual Meetup: Election Impact
OnlineJoin us for a timely discussion on the results of the 2026 elections and what they could mean for credit unions across our five-state region.
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