Open architectures help CUs keep pace with new technology.

The sheer power of contemporary tools for manipulating data has changed the game.

CUs seeking alternative points of view increasingly are willing to recruit from other industries. 

'In the current regulatory environment, one of the biggest challenges credit unions face is, "How do we keep up? How do we stay on top of things?"'

Accepting EMV technology means not having to accept liability for skimming.

One of Danny Swanson's most successful video series features a young man in flannel offering financial pointers.

'We knew doing this would make the Ascend brand synonymous with Music City.'

'Passion is more important than any bachelor’s degree or years in the banking industry. Sam personifies that.'

'Word spreads that we can help them open accounts and start them on the path to financial literacy.'

'I draw inspiration from a variety of sources: films, my photography of mainly family shots and weddings, and people I meet.'