Insights
Sustainability vs. Resilience: A Board's Guide to a Future-Proof Credit Union
In the boardroom, are "sustainability" and "resilience" just buzzwords? Learn the critical difference between the two concepts and discover an actionable checklist for building a credit union that is both sustainable and resilient.
Your Credit Union's Blueprint: A Guide to the Business Model Canvas
Can you explain your credit union's entire business on a single page? Discover the Business Model Canvas, a powerful framework with nine building blocks designed to help your leadership team create strategic clarity and alignment.
Recruiting for the Future: A Modern Approach to Board Succession Planning
Effective board succession is not about replacing individuals; it's a strategic discipline. Learn how to use a Board Skills Matrix to identify future needs, pinpoint skill gaps, and recruit the leadership your credit union needs to thrive.
The "Living System of Governance": How to Build a Proactive Board Calendar
Move your board from reactive to proactive. Discover how a "Living System of Governance," powered by a proactive board calendar, can transform your board's effectiveness, ensure compliance, and generate a perfect audit trail.
Is Your Board a Strategic Asset or a Compliance Backstop?
Is your board's primary focus on compliance, or is it a true partner in shaping strategy? Explore the difference between a reactive "compliance backstop" board and a proactive "strategic asset" board, and why the distinction is critical for your credit union's future.
What's Your Number? The Power of a Single Health Score for Strategic Oversight
Just as a FICO score distills a complex credit history, a single health score can bring clarity to your credit union's performance. Discover why a unified, validated metric is an essential tool for effective board oversight and strategic decision-making.