Harborstone Announces Agreement to Acquire First Sound Bank

The acquisition helps Harborstone Credit Union grow its presence in the Seattle-area marketplace, diversify its assets, and add superior talent and expertise.

Compliance Newsletter – August 1, 2023

Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.

At MAXX: Instant Payments and the Impact of FedNow

Instant payments are here — is your credit union ready?

OCCU’s 4-Day Workweek Pilot Shows Benefits for Members and Team

Most surprisingly, the call abandonment rate has plummeted during the pilot period to less than a quarter of 2022 averages, far surpassing expectations.

The Cost Of Liquidity

Credit unions have many ways to build liquidity, each with its own benefits and costs. Which option is right for your credit union?

Improving Operational Efficiency Via the ITM-ATM Channel

The average ATM transaction costs a credit union $0.70 while the average teller transaction has climbed to over $4.50. 

Unitus Community Credit Union Awarded WOCCU ‘Digital Growth’ Award

The annual award recognizes credit unions that implement digital solutions to promote financial inclusion, innovation, and scalability.

Origence and Eltropy Partnership Elevates Loan Origination Experience for Consumers

The partnership will provide an opportunity for credit unions to speed up the lending process.

BECU Announces Nathan Ramachandran as Chief Technology Officer

Washington-based credit union adds seasoned technology leader to executive team.

Sooper Credit Union Announces New Vice President of Finance

Diane Arthur has worked in the financial industry for more than 25 years.

Sound Credit Union, University of Washington Tacoma Announce FinTech Incubator Winner

The winner created an app that tracks and analyzes transactions across all bank accounts and provides personalized offers to assist users with financial management.

MAXX Keynote Presents Crystal Ball for the Future Economy

Futurist and economist Andrew Busch will help make sense of economic change and show where future opportunities are growing.

RSVP to the GoWest Awards Dinner and Gala

GoWest awards are back and better than ever! Join the first-ever six-state Award Dinner and Gala.

Broadway ‘King’ Featured as Keynote Speaker at MAXX 2023

Alton Fitzgerald White, known for being King Mufasa in “The Lion King,” will share his secret to success.

Announcing the MAXX CU4Kids and 80’s Auction

Wear your best taffeta as you bid big for 11 regional Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Announcing the 2023 MAXX YP Leads Cohort

Nineteen passionate credit union Young Professionals have been named 2023 YP Leads, earning their ticket to MAXX 2023 this fall. They will benefit from a yearlong mentorship program.

Announcing MAXX Keynote: Challenge Your Perspective on Data with Neuroscientist Poppy Crum

Crum frequently speaks on topics related to the intersection of human experience, artificial intelligence, sensory data science, and immersive technologies.

Clarity CU Celebrates Juntos Avanzamos Designation and Branch Opening

Juntos Avanzamos is a financially inclusive initiative that aims to establish a strong network of credit unions that are committed to serving and meeting the needs of the Hispanic community.

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2023 Mid-Year Economic Update: The Economy Continues to Defy the Odds

Consumer spending fluctuated this year but remains strong.

Origence Hosts Economic and Lending Webcast with Elliot Eisenberg

The webcast will be held July 27 at 11 a.m.

Westerra Credit Union Promotes Melissa Bowman to Mortgage Sales Manager

With over 25 years of residential mortgage experience in various producing and leadership roles, Bowman brings extensive mortgage knowledge to this new role.