Large Turnout for Annual State Gov’t Affairs Conference
On January 27, over 270 credit union professionals from across Wisconsin shared The Credit Union Difference with their elected officials at The League’s annual State Government Affairs Conference in Madison. During those meetings, attendees shared their support for legislation to prevent financial fraud, strengthen financial literacy education, and rein in predatory lending practices.
It’s the International Year of Cooperatives!
The United Nations has declared 2025 the International Year of Cooperatives, highlighting how cooperatives build a better world through their vital role in sustainable development, inclusive growth, and strengthening community resilience. As not-for-profit cooperatives, credit unions are uniquely equipped to foster financial well-being for all through their adherence to the seven Cooperative Principles originally adopted by The International Cooperative Alliance and an emerging eighth cooperative principle set by the National Credit Union Foundation and America’s Credit Unions.
CUs in the News
Whether it’s giving back, awarding scholarships, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here’s how Wisconsin’s credit unions support their members and communities– a monthly series.
Latest News
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Consumer Best Practices for Online Shopping
Under: System Vendor
Shopping online can create stress. While reputable businesses have safely conducted online transactions since the mid-1990s, the possibility of fraud still lurks in all the internet nooks and crannies.
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The Similar Beginnings of The Green Bay Packers & The Credit Union Movement
Under: More on the Movement
Both organizations are non-profit. The Packers are owned by the community. A credit union is owned by a community of people with a common bond. Both of the corporations are directed by volunteers. Without dedicated volunteers, neither organization would have survived the hardships they endured in the early years of their existence.
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3 Routes to Modernization
Under: System Vendor
From trading to data management to settlement and accounting, the executives that I speak to recognize that they need to do more with less and still deliver a customer experience that is consistently ahead of the competition.
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Capitol Eyes 2.21.20
Under: Advocacy
Greater Fox Cities Chapter Legislative Night and WCULAF Auction; Three Credit Unions Honored with Governor’s Financial Literacy Awards, Cooperative Network’s 2020 Wisconsin Co-op Day at the Capitol; Meeting NCUA Board Members at The Rochdale & Paragon Volunteer Leadership Institute
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Three Credit Unions Honored with Governor’s Financial Literacy Awards
Under: Awards, Press Release
On Wednesday, Governor Evers honored over a dozen individuals, businesses, and organizations with the 2019 Governor’s Financial Literacy Awards. Altra Federal Credit Union, Educators Credit Union, and Summit Credit Union were among the recipients.
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Credit Union Compliance Management System is Now Available for All Wisconsin Member Credit Unions
Under: Compliance, Press Release
The Wisconsin Credit Union League and Credit Union National Association announce the availability of our newest member benefit – Credit Union Compliance Management System™ (CU CMS).
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League Board Passes DEI Resolution Following Adoption of 8th Cooperative Principle
Under: More on the Movement
Today, The Wisconsin Credit Union League Board of Directors ratified a board resolution signifying the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the Wisconsin Credit Union Movement.
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POSTPONED: Make Your Credit Union’s Vision 20/20 at the 2020 League Convention
Under: Uncategorized
The League’s Annual Convention & Expo is arriving in Appleton May 6-9, 2020, and what’s in focus this year will be establishing a clear vision of your credit union, The Movement, and much more!
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Open Your Eyes to a Credit Union® Lands in Wisconsin
Under: Press Release, System Vendor
Credit Union National Association (CUNA) today announced the arrival of the Open Your Eyes to a Credit Union® campaign to Wisconsin and Oklahoma. Officially launching February 3, the launches follow five other newly launched states in January and bring the total number of states running the campaign to 21.
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Do Your Account Holders Consider You Their MVP?
Under: System Vendor
The financial services playing field is no longer level ground for all financial institutions. With increased competition from digital non-bank providers and tech giants, such as Amazon, Google and emerging newcomers, traditional banks and credit unions face new challenges every day. To stand out in the field you must focus on meeting the increasing demands…