Fighting member target fraud starts inside the credit union Member-targeted fraud touches nearly every institution, regardless of size, geography or field of
membership. Fraud no longer starts with systems or networks; it starts with people. That reality
changes how leaders need to think about prevention
Portfolio resilience starts by fixing the recall gap The 2026 lending environment is not defined by a single shock. It's defined by compounding pressure. The institutions that will outperform in the next economic cycle are shifting their posture: From lender of record to financial safe harbor.
How my change journey can help your credit union thrive in 2026 Have you ever noticed how often you say “change” in daily life? “I changed my mind,” or “Let me change clothes.” Yet, when change comes from leaders, coworkers or the industry, it often feels unsettling. Why? Because the changes we control feel manageable, while imposed changes feel uncertain and out of our hands. Understanding this difference is key to helping ourselves and our teams embrace change with confidence.
Don't be fooled. Imposter scams on the rise. Each year, crafty fraudsters find different ways — email, text, phone, and even in-person — to trick consumers out of money. Of the 2.6 million fraud reports, 38% indicated money was lost — in fact, a total of $12.8 billion according to the Federal Trade Commission.
What 2026 economic trends mean for credit union strategies As 2025 winds down, credit unions are looking ahead to a year that promises both opportunities and challenges. Economic signals suggest 2026 will not be a repeat of the last decade’s boom times, but it won’t be a disaster either.
