Posts in 2015 Competition
At PCM Credit Union we CARE about our future

“71% of non-members between the ages of 18-24 are not at all familiar with credit unions.” As reported in the 2013-2014 CUNA Member and Non-Member Survey. I heard this statistic at our annual Credit Union League Convention. My first reaction was...Someone made a calculation error! We do a good job of promoting our credit unions and the credit union movement…don’t we?

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BC Young Leaders

As we approach the end of August, I will update you with the amazing progress on the BC Young Leaders (BCYL) Initiative. We have reached out to 10 credit unions, Central1’s HR and Operations Advisory Board with all giving us full support moving forward. On top of that, the most exciting news to share is how everyone has been willing to offer their resources, people and experience – that is the true cooperative principle in action.

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Orange Juice and the Millennial Factor

Orange juice is a precious luxury. Yes, you read correctly. I know what you’re thinking, “What is this guy talking about?” As a young boy growing up in meager circumstances, orange juice was an expensive commodity. I remember all too well my mother’s words as she caught me sneaking a second glass, “What are you doing?  You know we can’t afford that!” Money was not easy to come by.

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