As I come to the end of my term as a board member and chair of NAFCU, it is with particular pride that I reflect upon how our industry has evolved over the last decade.

I am impressed at the spirit of innovation that has continued to fuel us in times of both adversity and prosperity. While certainly much of the development has been driven by technological advances, at a deeper level there is a mindset that sees challenges as opportunities and recognizes untapped possibilities.

As I look at other industries, there always seem to be leaders. Whether in consumer products, technology or the food industry, certain firms define the category. Curiously, the products or services they provide may not be the most expensive, but they are distinctive. McDonald's, Apple, GE, IBM, Google, Sony and Nike are just a few of the organizations that come to mind.

Complete your profile to continue reading and get FREE access to CUTimes.com, part of your ALM digital membership.

  • Critical CUTimes.com information including comprehensive product and service provider listings via the Marketplace Directory, CU Careers, resources from industry leaders, webcasts, and breaking news, analysis and more with our informative Newsletters.
  • Exclusive discounts on ALM and CU Times events.
  • Access to other award-winning ALM websites including Law.com and GlobeSt.com.
NOT FOR REPRINT

© 2024 ALM Global, LLC, All Rights Reserved. Request academic re-use from www.copyright.com. All other uses, submit a request to [email protected]. For more information visit Asset & Logo Licensing.