I realize that consistency is not always achievable in an imperfect world, but I was struck by the subject of consecutive columns by Mike Welch. In the July 17, 2002 issue, Mr. Welch, under the headline "Sleeping with the enemy is tough decision," commends NAFCU for joining a group of...

MADISON, Wis. - Total compensation for credit union CEOs is still rising at a healthy rate though the increase has declined slightly from recent years. According to the CUES Executive Compensation Survey 2002, total CEO compensation is up 8.1% this year. That's down from 9.7% in 2001 and 11% in...

TORRANCE, Calif. - If anyone had suggested a few months ago when the SEC first announced it might not extend CUSOs' broker/dealer license exemption, that the agency's decision could actually prove to be an opportunity for credit unions, their opinion probably would have fallen on disbelieving ears. Though still in...

Louisiana Credit Union League, Harahan, is very sad to announce that Lafayette District Telephone Credit Union President/CEO Allen Comeaux, has recently passed away at the age of 58. Comeaux, CCUE, served on the credit union's board of directors prior to becoming President/CEO of the credit union in December 1995. A...