Every director must have a basic understanding of several financial concepts.

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Begin your DEI journey with conversations about the value of increasing diversity.

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Examine your board’s practices to ensure it’s continuously moving ahead.

Bonds with fellow board members, CEO allow progress, refinement.

Deepen relationships to find opportunities for success.

The board’s oversight of risk management efforts can enhance credit union’s long-term success.

Be willing to welcome change and actively pursue innovation goals.