May 13 2020
Features
Create new types of accounts that leverage loan products or personal financial tools to cater to gig workers.
The CU Capital Insider
On what basis can a federal agency decide to use a secret process to award a bid that involved hundreds of billions of dollars?
Editor\'s Column
The pandemic has put crisis communications skills to the test for all who are tasked with protecting a brand.
Focus Report
Filene advises credit unions to seek out those who are most vulnerable.
By understanding the reasons why members are underserved through the lens of data, CUs can gain insight on how to meet their needs.
The one-size-fits-all marketing approach is losing its edge and effectiveness as communities continue to rapidly diversify.
Credit unions can do more, especially for households of color during the pandemic, to facilitate pathways to financial well-being.
CUs' flexibility in serving lower income members is critical to engaging people who would otherwise miss out on mainstream financial services.
Guest Opinion
Preventive law expert Chris Keefer offers CUs advice on the force majeure provision in light of COVID-19-related business disruptions.
Community News
Recent community support efforts include deliveries of masks and food to first responders and caregivers.
People
Amid the pandemic, 11 professionals across the country are celebrating new positions at credit unions.
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