Where is your credit union’s growth going to come from?
By Shazia Manus, Chief Strategy and Business Development Officer, AdvantEdge Analytics

By: Mark Roe, JMFA Executive Vice President-National Sales

Are you in the mood for some New Year’s resolutions that are both achievable and require zero hours in the gym? Well, here’s a handful of ‘em that can help you deliver the best to your members while also improving your bottom line.  

Hawaii First Federal Credit Union, a Community Development Financial Institution with branch locations in Kamuela and Hilo, Hawaii, is proud to announce that Mary Ann Otake has been promoted to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO).

As we close the book on another year, we couldn't resist sneaking in one more webinar special.

Hawaii Community FCU  (HCFCU) raised $32,282 for HOPE Services Hawaii, Inc. — an outreach organization that assists the homeless and those displaced by personal or natural disasters.

On this Valentine's Day event, discover the heart of the global credit union movement and lessons learned that can benefit your credit union.

Save the date to dialogue with NCUA Board members in Honolulu

Mahalo to Hickam Federal credit Union for your continued support of Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children.

The Credit Union Webinar Network, brought to you by Hawaii Credit Union League, offers topical webinars you can view from the convenience of your desktop. The monthly list of available webinars is updated regularly, so bookmark our Calendar of Events to ensure you don't miss out on the latest training.

The November 22-23 HCUL Regulatory and Governmental Affairs Conference hosted JEDI participants Alia Garcia, Maui County FCU; Kimberly Graham, CU Hawaii FCU; and Crystal Williams, Hawaii Community FCU. They had the opportunity to lunch and learn with conference speakers to gain insights on a variety of industry and current topics.

AdvantEdge Analytics, a CUNA Strategic Services alliance provider, has launched a Consulting Services business line to deliver a 'strategy-first' approach to credit union data transformation. Here are five recent updates and insights.

Recent research suggests every generation approaches finances differently. So, what baby boomers did at the start of their careers is not necessarily what Millennials do. What Generation X did post-college may not align with what Generation Z plans to do.See what Harland Clarke can help your credit union successfully market to different generations.

By: Kelly Flynn, National Director 
In today’s financial landscape of big banks and online banks, credit unions and community banks must be more innovative than ever before to remain competitive. However, “innovation” usually requires funds.

By Kelly Flynn, National Director
After more than 12 years helping banks and credit unions optimize their service contracts through expert negotiations with vendors, I have picked up a number of secrets that have empowered JMFA clients across the nation to take the reins and experience substantial savings on their vendor agreements.

Credit union volunteers: Make the most of your participation in the 82^nd Hawaii Credit Union League Annual Convention. Set for April 23-25, 2020 at the Hawaii Convention Center, Honolulu, the convention kicks off a stellar slate of Thursday educational opportunities specifically for credit union volunteers.

Click on each photo to check out our new photo gallery and see all the credit union holiday happenings.

This year, Credit Unions for Kids began working with Frontstream, a leader in powering online fundraising solutions. Frontstream has already created many fundraising pages for credit union events across the country, including the sites for Miracle Jeans Day and Cherry Blossom Race.

Members of Maui Federal Credit Union can now enjoy extended hours for financial services at its satellite location in Puunene Shopping Center. Located inside Aloha Pacific Federal Credit Union, Maui FCU’s partner station will be open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. from Tuesdays to Fridays.

Highlighting each League Annual Convention are informative educational sessions for volunteers, management professionals, and staff. The convention is set for April 23-25, 2020 at Hawaii Convention Center in Honolulu.

Hawaii Credit Union League, the preferred provider for Credit Union Webinar Network is pleased to announce our 2020 Q1 webinar lineup.

Six webinars for the price of five or 10 percent off a four-part series.

Hawaii Law Enforcement FCU (HLEFCU) answered the call to “Deck the Halls” of Honolulu Police Department (HPD) Headquarters for the holidays.

The Small Credit Union CUNA GAC Scholarship Contest, sponsored by CUNA Mutual Group, returns Dec. 2!

Kauai’s credit unions successfully completed its 8^th annual food drive by exceeding its $25,000 goal.

When your members have something to celebrate, there’s no better solution than CUMONEY^® Visa^® Gift Cards from LSC^®.

A compliant overdraft program can make the holidays merrier and create goodwill for the new year.

Your League offers a wide array of cost effective and convenient online training for credit union professionals, volunteers, and staff. If your New Year’s resolution includes a commitment to member service excellence, the 2020 Deposit Account Series is a great place to start.

Before they were hashtags, the concepts of #payitforward and #GivingTuesday were entrenched in the ethos of the industry.

This year, Credit Unions for Kids began working with Frontstream, a leader in powering online fundraising solutions. Frontstream has already created many fundraising pages for credit union events across the country, including the sites for Miracle Jeans Day and Cherry Blossom Race.

By Gerry Singleton, CUNA Mutual Group

‘E-Book’ Helps Credit Unions Navigate Online NCUA Examiner’s Guide and Ease Examinations 

Credit union data analytics firm AdvantEdge Analytics, a CUNA Strategic Services alliance provider, has launched a Consulting Services business line.

Technology is a ubiquitous reality for today’s credit union. Your League is pleased to announce Brian Kaas president and managing director of CMFG Ventures, LLC will speak at the convention.

CUAnalyzer now has 99% of the industry’s 3Q data (measured by assets) available for analysis — weeks before the official NCUA release.

Missed the live event on November 13? Request the recording to have 3Q 2019 credit union performance trends delivered straight to your inbox.

Staying true to its mission of service, Kekaha CU keeps active in the community.

Hawaii Credit Union League, Credit Union National Association (CUNA) and World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) are inviting Hawaii credit unions to register for World Moving: A Joint Credit Union Conference, being held in Los Angeles, California, July 19-22, 2020.

One in five older Americans are victims of financial exploitation, with each victim losing more than $120,000 on average.

Hawaii First FCU Vice President of Operations & Development Mary Ann Otake is the newest Credit Union Development Educator (CUDE) from Hawaii.

CU Pacific Audit Solutions provides affordable ACH audit services and can complete this audit quickly and efficiently.

With the increasing risk associated with outsourced services and solutions, financial institutions must ensure that their internal Vendor Management Program and managers are equipped with the tools and resources necessary to assess and manage vendor relationships.

No time to leave the office for training? Your League offers a wide range of online training with webinars on every topic of importance for your credit union.

NewGround, a St. Louis-based innovative architecture, design, and project management firm, recently celebrated Hickam Federal Credit Union’s (FCU) winning design for their Windward Mall branch in the New Commercial division at the BIA–Hawaii Building Industry Design & Construction Awards.

This year marks the 25th anniversary of Waipahu High School’s Student Operated Credit Union (SOCU), which operates as a functioning extension of HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union.

Your League is excited to bring Marketing Guru Mark Arnold back to Hawaii to address Hawaii credit unions at the 82^nd Hawaii Credit Union League Annual Convention, April 23-25, 2020 at the Hawaii Convention Center in Honolulu. Arnold, founder and CEO of On the Mark Strategies, is one of the most dynamic and knowledgeable speakers on marketing and strategic planning. He will present two sessions at the convention.

Every credit union invests valuable time, money and effort into strategic planning. Even with the best intentions, it’s difficult to anticipate all the complexities and challenges it takes to develop a thorough strategic plan.

Driving revenue growth in your credit union means “selling” your products and services. Selling has come a long way in the last 50 years. It’s more consultative, strategic, trust-based, and partnership focused. Selling is no longer a bad word or a scary concept

Pam passed away on September 23, 2019, at age 70.

The credit union movement is full of unsung professionals who devote their talent to shaping a brighter future for members and their community. Credit Union Magazine’s Credit Union Hero Award honors these credit union leaders who demonstrate their commitment to the longstanding people-helping-people credit union philosophy.

Aloha Pacific Federal Credit Union (APFCU) held a special grand opening event on November 2 at its new branch in the Pu‘unene Shopping Center in Kahului, 70 Ho‘okele Street, Suite 1210. This branch replaces the temporary branch that opened at 137 Kalepa Place in February and is conveniently located near Target and the Ulta Beauty store.

From sweet to spooky and everything in between, Hawaii credit unions got into the Halloween spirit

League business partners! Now is the time to reserve your booth in our expanded convention exhibit hall! Many sponsorship opportunities are also available!

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The holiday season is here! It’s a wonderful time of year to enjoy with family and friends, but extra holiday expenses can add strain, especially for the 22% of Americans expecting to find themselves in holiday-related debt (LendEDU).

Everbridge, a League business partner for comprehensive mass communication systems, offers a free downloadable resource—Building a Business Case for Critical Event Management.

HINow, a lifestyle segment of Hawaii News Now, featured Maui County FCU during its Maui Week feature.

Staff at Hickam FCU theme dressed every day during the first week of October to show off their team spirit! Themes included sports teams, western wear, Disney, throwback day, and Aloha Friday!

Garden Island FCU participated in the inaugural Academies of Kauai Career Exploration Fair. About 700 freshmen from Kapaa, Kauai, and Waimea high schools had the opportunity to explore a wide range of career options.

Kekaha CU took an active part in community events recently.

Find out how credit unions wrapped up the third quarter. Attend Callahan’s 3Q19 Trendwatch on November 13.

JMFA Executive Vice President of National Sales Mark Roe offers 3 steps to increasing outreach and improving performance.

Aloha Pacific Federal Credit Union congratulates the 2019 recipients of the Masami Oishi Memorial Scholarships.

Hawaii's credit unions celebrated with everything from bake sales to flu shots to mark International Credit Union Week.

Space is limited, so please register for this November 12 free session today.

Hawaii Community FCU's ongoing support for cancer research continues.

The credit unions of Kauai kicked off their annual food drive on October 23.

Pakela Award recipients were honored at HCUL Chapter celebrations during International Credit Union Week. Congratulations to all!

Many pet parents will appreciate the newest products from Hawaii Law Enforcement FCU (HLEFCU). The credit union is now offering pet savings accounts and preferred pricing pet insurance.

 HawaiiUSA Federal Credit Union, the State’s largest credit union, has relocated its Kihei Branch from its previous in-store location within Times Supermarket to its larger, full-service location in the Lipoa Center, next to Longs Drugs.

Sign up for free webinar training coming October 30.

League business partner Everbridge offers free product demonstrations for your crisis management needs. All the webinars will be available On Demand 24 hours after the live webcast is done. 

Wednesday, November 6, 2019 - 90-minute webinar (recorded webinar also available).

World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) will spotlight International Credit Union Day 2019 on Thursday, October 17 with a truly global celebration of the 71^st anniversary—featuring a daylong social media promotion of ICU Day activities and events spanning multiple continents.

Great teachers SPARK great learning. Hawaii Community Federal Credit Union wants to recognize those who SPARK our youth.

In conjunction with International Credit Union Day and National Cyber Security Awareness Month in October, Hickam Federal Credit Union is hosting a free personal document-shredding event on Saturday, October 19 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, or until the disposal truck is full, whichever comes first.

Hawaii Credit Union League and Credit Union National Association invite Hawaii credit unions to register for the 2020 CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference, being held in Washington, D.C. February 23-27, 2020.

HawaiiUSA FCU Business Development Officer Bryan Yucoco was named 2019 Financial Education Champion by the Hawaii Jump$tart Coalition.

Your League works diligently to maintain awareness of the good things credit unions do in the larger community and the importance of credit union issues in the minds of lawmakers, regulators, and the general public. Advocacy is a core League initiative designed to be the unified voice for credit unions in local, state, and national politics.

By Richard Miller, JMFA Executive Vice President 
We schedule routine inspections for our cars. We protect our homes against unforeseen events. We visit the doctor and dentist regularly for checkups. And we attend parent-teacher conferences every school year. We all engage in preventive and proactive measures in our personal lives to avoid expenses, worries and problems down the road—so why should you expect to do otherwise when it comes to your overdraft program?

The Hawaii Island credit union set a fundraising goal of $1,655, which was $1 per member at the time the goal was set.

Many credit union leaders would like to have more effective planning sessions and gain a more effective strategic plan. Nothing is as disappointing for CEOs and board members alike as coming off a lengthy planning session with no tangible results.

Steve Neilly, Certified Records Manager

Picture this: you’ve just been offered what looks like a fantastic contract renewal by your current vendor for credit and debit card processing, or core processing. Renewing means you’re locked in, no price increases. You’re thinking, “Pretty sweet deal — and I don’t have to think about this again for a long while!” But don’t sign on the dotted line just yet — what you’re signing away could be a substantial amount of savings and much more.

The Future of the ATM Channel. Discover DN Series™.

Due to the popularity of the IRA Academy this year, Ascensus has moved the program from the HCUL Education Center to the Ala Moana Hotel. The hotel is located at 401 Atkinson Drive in Honolulu.  If you have any questions, please contact Audrey Webb at 800.346.3860 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for assistance.

Thursday, October 24, 2019 - 90-minute webinar (recorded webinar also available)

Hawaii Credit Union Accountants’ Association Annual Meeting has been set for November 8, 2019.

CELEBRATING LOCAL SERVICE. GLOBAL REACH.