Commentary

I think it's time for the credit union world to have an intervention, that is, no-holds barred look at what's happening now and what might happen if we don't take action to stem the diminishing number of credit unions. Credit unions today are coming to grips with the bottom-line realities...

Safety is most often a state of mind. If we think we're safe, then certainly we must be safe, regardless of the danger lurking within the next iceberg. Who can blame us? With phishing, pharming and virus attacks working on our psyches like water rising in the Titanic's engine room,...

"The profit is in the turn." This statement is at the core of the automotive remarketing business. It speaks directly to getting a used vehicle ready for sale quickly and not waiting around for a sale event. Those who embrace this notion are likely very successful and profitable movers of...

Editor's Introduction: Former NCUA Chairman turned consultant Dennis Dollar is a lifelong resident of the Gulf Coast. This gives him a unique perspective on the effects of Hurricane Katrina on the devastated Gulf Coast. He shares his thoughts in this special opinion piece. We say to Dennis, thanks for sharing,...

Asking members to log on to an unprotected Web site is like sending unwary sheep on a route that winds through a valley occupied by mountain lions. Some who take that route may come out unscathed, but it's likely that at least a few will get fleeced. Logging on to...

Editor's Introduction: This opinion piece by CUNA lays out why they think this year's Future Forum will be worth attending, and how they are changing their marketing strategy to more effectively meet CU needs. "Solution sets" Aid in Rapid Resolutions for CU Decision-makers MUG: Kevin Lytle is CUNA's Vice President,...

BEAVERTON, Ore. - Joining others across the U.S., Oregon credit unions in large numbers have stepped up to help out Katrina victims with employee and member cash. "We do have a reputation for wanting to help and as an example you can look at Oregon's high rank among the Leagues...

Credit Union Times is proud to report that so far in 2005 every issue has contained letters to the editor. We're proud of this for two reasons. First, it's an indication that Credit Union Times is providing thought-provoking editorial coverage that is inspiring more readers than ever to write letters....