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The 8 Cooperative Principles: Vizo Financial Style

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The 8 Cooperative Principles: Vizo Financial Style

“Let it never be forgotten that a credit union is, above all else, an association of people, not of dollars.” Those are the infamous words of Alphonse Desjardins, a forefather of the credit union movement. It’s a quote that I’m not sure anybody in this industry could forget,

Banding Together on #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day!

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Banding Together on #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day!

In the same way that an orchestra performs a symphony, or a choir sings a melody, credit unions are advocates within our communities, finding harmony and rhythm in the ways we serve others. And while we don’t often seek out recognition and harp on our successes, next week, we’

Victory Junction: The Fast Track to Giving Back

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Victory Junction: The Fast Track to Giving Back

You’ve heard of NASCAR, right? The stakes are high. The cars are fast. The excitement is palpable. Every driver, fan and member of the pit crew lives for the thrill of the chase. From roaring engines to nail-biting finishes, it’s not just a race – it’s the pursuit

Credit Unions…This is Your Season to Celebrate!

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Credit Unions…This is Your Season to Celebrate!

The leaves may be turning gorgeous shades of orange and gold, the sunsets may shine more beautifully as the days grow shorter and the tradition of displaying twinkling lights may be right around the corner. But there’s something that shines even brighter than all of these things…the power

DEI Change Resistors: How to Break the Cycle at Your Institution

DEI Change Resistors: How to Break the Cycle at Your Institution

For nearly 180 years, cooperatives have been guided by a group of seven principles, including: * Voluntary and open membership * Democratic member control * Member economic participation * Autonomy & independence * Education, training & information * Cooperation among cooperatives * Concern for community These principles light the way for our movement, and all of our

5 Reasons Your Credit Union Should Consider the Development Education (DE) Program

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5 Reasons Your Credit Union Should Consider the Development Education (DE) Program

Concern for community; cooperation among cooperatives; people helping people; education, training and information …each of these phrases mean a great deal to those of us within the credit union industry. They’re also the foundational phrases of the Development Education (DE) Program. The DE program officially launched in 1982, and

#ILoveMyCreditUnion Day: Live Your Story

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#ILoveMyCreditUnion Day: Live Your Story

You know what makes humans distinctly, well, human? To me, it’s our ability to tell stories. Our desire to share experiences, feelings and life lessons with each other through storytelling sets us apart. And the beauty of our stories is that everyone has a different one to tell. We

What Do Beanie Babies, Hot Dogs & Miracles Have in Common?

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What Do Beanie Babies, Hot Dogs & Miracles Have in Common?

I’m no Jim Carrey, but I did love him as the Riddler in 1995’s Batman Forever. And in true Riddler fashion, I, too, have a riddle for you! Here it goes: what do Beanie Babies, hot dogs and miracles have in common? I sense some confusion – what could

Children's Miracle Network Hospitals: A Miraculous Story

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Children's Miracle Network Hospitals: A Miraculous Story

What was your favorite story as a child? Did it tell of princes and princesses slaying dragons and reaching their happy ending? Was it based on a nursery rhyme from days of old with a hidden lesson inside? Stories are more impressionable on us as children than we may realize,

In a Season of Change, the Credit Union Purpose Remains the Same

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In a Season of Change, the Credit Union Purpose Remains the Same

It’s that time of year again when the leaves begin to transform from a deep green to vibrant hues of red, orange and yellow. The air has an extra chill to it, and the days become shorter, as we inch closer to the Winter Solstice in December. And in

#CUKindDay: Because Kindness is a Language We All Understand

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#CUKindDay: Because Kindness is a Language We All Understand

Aesop was a Greek storyteller who shared his fables with the world. Anne Frank became the voice of resilience while facing Nazi oppression during the Holocaust. Morgan Freeman is a beloved and accomplished actor who gave us The Shawshank Redemption and other unforgettable films. Mark Twain was a celebrated American

Bringing Backstage Workers Into the Spotlight: #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day

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Bringing Backstage Workers Into the Spotlight: #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day

Most people who know me, know of my love for watching movies, so naturally I’m subscribed to many streaming services; my favorite being Disney+. My family and I enjoy sitting down and watching them together with popcorn and candy, of course, because what’s a movie without popcorn and

10 Years of Hot Dogs, People Helping People & Miracles

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10 Years of Hot Dogs, People Helping People & Miracles

Hot dog…it’s that time of year again!! Vizo Financial is hosting its 10th anniversary event of our signature Hot Dog Eating Contest to benefit Children’s Miracle Network (CMN) Hospitals at Penn State Health Children’s Hospital on Wednesday, July 19, at 3:30 p.m. Over the

Vital Support to Ukrainian Credit Unions in Wartime

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Vital Support to Ukrainian Credit Unions in Wartime

We are nearing the one-year anniversary of Russia’s war with Ukraine, and in that time, credit union members, employees and national associations have stepped forward to provide funding that creates or sustains key financial grant programs serving displaced Ukraine citizens, farmer and those making the ultimate sacrifice on the

Credit Unions, Get Ready to Unite at CUNA’s 2023 Governmental Affairs Conference!

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Credit Unions, Get Ready to Unite at CUNA’s 2023 Governmental Affairs Conference!

b. Are you ready to unite with fellow CUs and rush the nation’s capital? The time of year that we as credit union professionals look forward to is almost here! In February, we get to gather at CUNA’s Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC) to show our lawmakers the difference

Empowering Financial Inclusion Worldwide to Celebrate ICU Day

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Empowering Financial Inclusion Worldwide to Celebrate ICU Day

With technology and innovation all around us across the globe, it is still shocking to me that millions of people wake up every day without access to financial services. Farmers in Ukraine. Refugees fleeing Venezuela. Women-led entrepreneurs in Africa. The stories are nearly unlimited in how credit unions are intentionally

Promoting the Credit Union Movement: Challenge Accepted

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Promoting the Credit Union Movement: Challenge Accepted

Imagine you’re sitting in a KFC restaurant. You’ve just ordered your favorite rendition of finger-lickin’ good fried chicken. And, of course, what would that chicken be without a nostalgia-riddled side of mashed potatoes and – duh – gravy? As you’re getting ready to dig in, a woman comes up

#ILoveMyCreditUnion Day: Telling the Story of Credit Unions!

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#ILoveMyCreditUnion Day: Telling the Story of Credit Unions!

Do you remember that feeling of anticipation as a child that you’d develop in the days leading up to your birthday? You know, the feeling where your heart would swell with excitement and the days felt like they would never end. That’s the exact same feeling I have

United We Stand

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United We Stand

International Credit Union (ICU) Day has been celebrated on the third Thursday of October since 1948. It’s the day we all proudly show the world that we stand united together. For we are a family who shares the same last name, values and philosophies. And as a credit union

One Movement, One Day, One Hashtag: #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day

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One Movement, One Day, One Hashtag: #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day

Employees, board members, volunteers and even members. These are the dedicated people who understand the values and cooperative spirit by which credit unions work and do business. These people (we’re looking at you!) deeply believe in the credit union philosophy and work to further the reach of our movement.