Sarah McNeil is asking what really makes credit unions different
For Sarah McNeil, credit unions are at their best when they stay close enough to know what their members need and brave enough to act on it.
Finding stability in the credit union movement
What does it mean to find stability in the credit union movement? Jenny Hamilton shares how a career built on purpose, community, and continuous learning led her to CUWLA Rise.
Growing with purpose: Why the next chapter matters
What does it mean to grow with purpose? Sarah Trujillo shares how a career built on connection, meaningful work, and a commitment to continuous learning led her to CUWLA Rise—and why she's excited abo ...
Puzzles, people and purpose: 27 years in the credit union movement
Jennifer Audette never planned on a career in credit unions — but 27 years later, her people-first leadership continues to make a lasting impact.
We Need Each Other More Than We Know
You can be surrounded by people and still feel alone. Here’s how CUWLA is creating space for women in credit union leadership to feel seen, supported, and connected.
What a book club can teach you about leadership
What if the most powerful leadership move you made this month was letting go? That's the question CUWLA members explored as we launched our first book club.
A blueprint for branching out: Opening doors in financial deserts
When Acclaim FCU's main SEG relocated in 2019, growth stalled. Christie Smith knew something had to change.
Credit unions in the blood: One CEO’s generational vision
For Elaine Thompson, credit unions are more than a career, they are family.
Teller to trailblazer: One CEO’s strange leadership journey
Armed with a degree in community health, Meagan Barrett heard the same line over and over in her job search: “You were our second choice. We went with someone with more experience.” Undeterred, she wo ...
Making space for strategy: Rebuilding the CEO role and developing a successful team
In 2023, Hope Garrett presented a strategic plan to her Board, which prompted her to hire more staff due to concerns about burnout. Realizing her knowledge bottleneck, she mapped tasks, fostered cross ...