CUNA News Podcast

GAC conversations

March 16, 2023 19:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MB

Nearly 6,000 credit union advocates descended upon Washington, D.C., for the 2023 CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference, where conversations ranged from advocacy priorities to financial well-being for all to the operational challenges facing credit unions. CUNA editors took part in many conversations at the CUNA News Podcast booth during the event including Day Matthews, Jason Lindstrom, Deborah Fears, Tom Sakash, and Rachel Pross.

Celebrating Women's History Month

March 09, 2023 20:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MB

During Women’s History Month, people reflect on the courage of women from past generations and celebrate how their efforts have shaped them into who they are today. Heather Walter, CEO at Advanz Credit Union in Louisville, Ky, Lily Newfarmer, president/CEO at Tarrant County’s Credit Union in Fort Worth, Texas, and Jan Page, president/CEO at Community South Credit Union in Chipley, Fla., talk about Women’s History Month, women who have inspired them, their role as leaders, mentoring the nex...

Meet the 2023 Credit Union Heroes

March 02, 2023 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MB

Credit Union Magazine’s 2023 Credit Union Heroes have shaped their credit union spirit and philosophy around their personal outlooks and experiences. Amanda Merz, Michael Ray, Amanda Swan, and Joanne Todd joined this episode of the CUNA News Podcast to share those values and detail how they advocate for people in their communities.

Financial well-being a strategic priority

February 23, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

Financial wellness is at the heart of the credit union service philosophy. Greg Michlig, CUNA’s executive vice president and chief engagement officer, explores why financial well-being for all is a strategic priority for America’s credit unions.

A poetic innovator

February 17, 2023 20:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

Sekou Andrews believes in the power of words. Andrews shares how he developed poetic voice speaking to inspire unconventional and innovative thinking. Poetic voice seamlessly fuses inspirational speaking with spoken word poetry. He’ll provide the opening Ed (Filene) Talk at the 2023 CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC), Feb. 26 through March 2 in Washington D.C.

Celebrating Black History Month

February 09, 2023 18:00 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MB

This episode highlights Black History Month, recognizing the significance of Black leadership within the credit union movement and sharing the promise of a new credit union formed in Minneapolis. CUNA Senior Editor Ron Jooss opens the episode by speaking with Arise Community Credit Union founders Debra Hurston and Dan Johnson, and Andrea Molnau of the Minnesota Credit Union Network. They explore how a new Black-led credit union will be uniquely positioned to understand the financial challen...

A 2023 GAC preview

January 26, 2023 18:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

As we approach the end of January, the 2023 CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC) is only a month away. CUNA Executive Vice President and Chief Products and Services Officer Todd Spiczenski offers a preview of the 2023 CUNA GAC, which will be held Feb. 26 to March 2 in Washington, D.C.

Opportunities in a challenging year

January 20, 2023 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.9 MB

A lot can happen in a year. For an early look at 2023, three CUNA Council members joined this week's episode of the CUNA News Podcast to give listeners a glance at their mindset heading into the new year. Elevations Credit Union Chief Operating Officer Ray Lindley, Connect Credit Union EVP/Chief Operations Officer Cynthia Ryan, and Vantage West Credit Union Chief Lending Officer Jeremy Pinard joined the podcast to share their credit unions' opportunities and challenges.

Forecasting the 2023 economy

January 13, 2023 16:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

CUNA’s three economists joined the CUNA News Podcast this week to discuss all the economic signs they're seeing and what those signs mean for the year ahead. Deputy Chief Advocacy Officer for Policy Analysis and Chief Economist Mike Schenk, Senior Economist Dawit Kebede, and Senior Economist Ligia Vado examine the chances of a recession, the lending market, signs of economic optimism, and prospects for supply chain issues and inflation.

Plan for success

January 04, 2023 22:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

In this episode of the CUNA News Podcast, technology forecaster, disruptive innovation expert, and bestselling author Daniel Burrus talks about the importance of planning, trends that will impact the future, and steps credit unions can take to position themselves for success.

2023 advocacy agenda

December 22, 2022 17:00 - 27 minutes - 19.8 MB

In this episode of the CUNA News Podcast, CUNA Deputy Chief Advocacy Officer Jason Stverak highlights advocacy wins from 2022, looks ahead to priorities in 2023, and shares what he likes most about the CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference, which will be held Feb. 26 to March 2nd in Washington, D.C.

The pros and cons of financial fragmentation

December 15, 2022 18:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

In this episode of the CUNA News Podcast, Lee Wetherington tells CUNA Digital Media Design Specialist Yeekeng Yang that credit unions have never faced more competition, as the average American consumer uses between 15 and 20 different financial service providers and apps. With that as a backdrop, Wetherington discusses the effect of payment apps on credit unions, the pros and cons of financial fragmentation, and what credit unions can do to promote financial health in a fragmented environme...

Culture, change, and the brain

December 08, 2022 17:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MB

In this episode of the CUNA News Podcast, behavioral economist and author Melina Palmer provides us with a new understanding of behavioral science and economics. More importantly, she explains how we can use behavioral science to improve our organizations and our day-to-day lives.

Climate risk and ESG

December 01, 2022 15:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

In this episode of the CUNA News Podcast, sponsored by Moody’s Analytics, James Partridge, senior director of risk solutions practice, explores how to navigate climate risk and gauge organizational sustainability using nvironment, social, and governance factors (ESG).

Serving the military community

November 17, 2022 15:00 - 31 minutes - 22.3 MB

Whether it’s raising money for honor flights or creating supportive employee resource groups, credit unions have a long history of commitment to servicemembers. In this episode of the CUNA News Podcast, leaders from Black Hills Federal Credit Union, GCS Credit Union, and VyStar Credit Union share how they serve their local military community.

Learning from the military

November 10, 2022 16:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

In this episode of the CUNA News Podcast, six veterans share the lessons they learned in the military that have been useful in their credit union careers

Putting the team first

November 03, 2022 17:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB

In this episode of the CUNA News Podcast, Senior Editor Ron Jooss catches up with 2022 Credit Union Rock Star Raul Cordero, a data architect and integrations lead at $927 million asset Tropical Financial Credit Union in Miramar, Fla. In this interview, he shares his thoughts on how being a good teammate and leader is a fundamental skill for IT people because technology supports every aspect of the organization.

Serving our nation's finest

October 20, 2022 17:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MB

Credit Union Magazine Rock Stars Keith Stone, of Finest Federal Credit Union in New York City, and Wendy Tariff, of Police Credit Union of Connecticut in Hartford, join the podcast to discuss running credit unions for police departments, advocating for small credit unions, and serving people who serve.

A small credit union revival

October 06, 2022 17:00 - 19 minutes - 14 MB

Credit Union Rock Star Robby Glore, CEO at Combined Employees Credit Union in Warner Robins, Ga., shares how passion and connectivity turned the credit union’s financials around. Listen as Glore tells a small credit union story of serving members, meeting financial challenges head-on, loving what he does, and how credit unions can succeed by coming together.

Outmaneuvering cybercriminals

September 22, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB

Fortalice Solutions’ Theresa Payton discusses cybersecurity threats, how credit unions can protect themselves, and her vast experience in the field.

A cryptocurrency conversation

September 16, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.7 MB

DePaul professor Lamont Black offers insights into the hottest topic in payments.

The Interchange Issue

September 09, 2022 16:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

Credit Card Competition Act would harm members and credit unions

Creating an engaged workforce

September 01, 2022 16:00 - 18 minutes - 13.1 MB

Culture, collaboration, and people are the keys to engagement success, says Tony Budet.

New League Voices

August 11, 2022 14:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB

New league presidents Samantha Beeler, Carol Marx, and Matt Rookard discuss priorities they’re working toward in their respective states and the experiences that prepared them for league leadership.

Field-of-membership modernization

July 21, 2022 19:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

Jason Stverak, CUNA’s deputy chief advocacy officer for federal government affairs, and Emily Leite, chief advocacy officer for the Ohio Credit Union League, discuss the importance of allowing credit unions to change and adapt as an industry to meet members’ evolving needs.

The modern workplace

July 08, 2022 13:00 - 11 minutes - 8.03 MB

Hawaii State Federal Credit Union’s new headquarters emphasizes staff’s health and wellness, and provides a safe, welcoming place for employees to return to the office.

What's in store for the economy and lending?

June 23, 2022 20:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

CUNA Chief Economist Mike Schenk discusses the economic update, the lending outlook, inflation, supply chains, recession, and everything else going on with the U.S. economy.

Serving through faith, community

June 16, 2022 22:00 - 12 minutes - 8.93 MB

Toledo Urban Federal Credit Union CEO/Treasurer Suzette Cowell shares how the $12.3 million asset credit union formed out of faith and a desire to serve an underserved community in crisis.

Credit unions celebrate Pride all year long

June 09, 2022 19:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

CU Pride offers the LBGTQ+ community identity, support and inspiration.

Insights from HR award winners

June 02, 2022 18:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MB

CUNA HR & Organizational Development Council award winners Dawn Bartell and Nicole Gaby share their thoughts on employee development, recognition, and leadership.

Celebrating culture during AAPI Heritage Month

May 26, 2022 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Kaulana Park and Gretchen Hudacek discuss Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, culture, and community.

Highlights from Co-op THINK22

May 12, 2022 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MB

Conference conversations center on consumer preferences and behavior, cryptocurrency, payments, financial well-being, and more.

Innovative marketing and business development

May 05, 2022 22:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

Seven marketing and business development professionals share their thoughts on marketing, leadership, membership growth, technology, and collaboration during conversations from the 2022 CUNA Marketing & Business Development Conference, which was held March 9-11 in Los Angeles.

A new approach to credit union mergers

April 21, 2022 18:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB

Nick Moalli, president/CEO of America’s First Network Credit Union’s describes his unique model for preserving the small credit union brand.

Going fee free

April 07, 2022 22:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MB

Stacy Armijo talks about Amplify Credit Union's decision to eliminate all banking fees on deposit accounts.

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