Blog & Resources
Stablecoins and Credit Unions: A Strategic Risk Management Perspective
The stablecoin transformation isn’t a distant possibility – it’s today’s competitive reality. Credit unions that will thrive combine decisive action with disciplined risk management, member-focused innovation with operational excellence.
The decision isn’t whether stablecoins will matter. They already do.
My First ERM Certification: Curiosity, Credit Unions, and the Future of Risk
If ERM feels scary, good. Step closer. You’ll discover the real edge isn’t jargon; rather, it’s the courage to stay curious!
Reputation Risk: Still Vital to Your Credit Union’s Mission
Now more than ever, reputation risk deserves a front-row seat in your boardroom discussions, strategic planning sessions, and enterprise risk management (ERM) programs. Why? Because ERM was never just about satisfying regulators… it’s about building resilience, protecting trust, and fulfilling your mission!
Reframing Risk: Why Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Matters More Than Ever in Light of NCUA’s Policy Shift
NCUA to discontinue use of risk ratings as part of the examination and supervision program. Rochdale believes this is a pivotal moment for credit unions to reassess and enhance their internal risk management frameworks.
Your ERM Program: Time for a Tune-Up?
Is your ERM program ready for a tune-up? Is it delivering value to organizational decision makers? Or, is it running on fumes and just limping along, delivering nothing more than moments of frustration?
Why Vendor Management is Critical for Credit Unions: Protecting Members and Maintaining Trust
Vendor management is no longer just a regulatory requirement. Done well, it’s a strategic enabler positioning your financial institution with a competitive advantage. And, Rochdale can help!
Behind the Numbers: Nonfarm Payrolls
The July jobs report put a spotlight on the revisions to the payroll numbers – especially after the weak release, coupled with the sharp downward revisions to the May and June numbers, resulted in President Trump announcing the termination of the Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
What’s behind the data and statistics released by the government, and what might be the implications… a look into nonfarm payrolls.
Evolving Strategy, Enduring Mission: Rethinking What It Means to Put People First
Recent strategic moves, such as stadium naming rights, mergers, bank acquisitions, digital only, or expanding fields of membership, always seem to come with a wave of industry debate. At the core of these debates is one central concern: Are we staying true to the mission of putting people first?
The Opportunity for Integrating Risk Appetite with Strategic Planning
Strategic planning lies at the heart of credit unions' mission to serve members, foster financial well-being, and thrive in a competitive financial landscape. Yet, one often underappreciated factor in the success of credit...