Credit union people are an eclectic bunch. I thinkthe importance of the not for profit philosophy contributes todiversity of the characters. When they're all in one area, such asan exhibit hall at a conference, the variety becomes morepronounced.

Several seasoned board members stopped by the Credit UnionTimes' booth at NAFCU's annual conference last week. One longtime board memberwho came to our booth discussed at length many issues du jour withme. He was very informed on matters ranging from the CFPB andcompliance to IT concerns. He was sharp and smart enough to knowwhat he didn't know and not too proud to admit it.

It seemed to me a few more younger board members than in thepast walked the exhibit halls.