Frank Gargano

Jennifer Kouchis, chief mortgage banking officer lending for VyStar Credit Union in Jacksonville, has been at the forefront of numerous campaigns to reach overlooked communities, including tailoring products to them.

In June's roundup of American Banker's favorite stories: Attempts to steal consumer data target a growing number of banks, credit unions secure deposits outflowing from other financial institutions, Citizens recruits 50 former private banking employees of First Republic and more.

Industry leaders cautioned the National Credit Union Administration against drafting new regulations to address the financial risks associated with climate change.

Lake Trust Credit Union in Brighton, Michigan, works with a development agency in Lansing to provide entrepreneurs with the financial and educational support they need to go it alone.

For small credit unions, enlisting outside helps accelerate the development of new products — as long as all risks and regulations are properly addressed.

Genesee Co-op Federal Credit Union in Rochester implemented the labor agreement after more than 14 months of bargaining.

Workers at the former CUNA Mutual Group in Madison, Wisconsin, returned to work after securing tentative agreements on two of their five key demands.

In May's roundup of American Banker's favorite stories: Washington state plans to provide mortgage assistance to help address historical discrimination, an insider look at how Comerica is faring with the Treasury's Direct Express program, the fall of First Republic Bank and more.

Banks across the country have had deposit guarantees since 1998. By extending this to credit unions, Ukraine can provide economic stability while also improving its chances of joining the European Union.

The National Credit Union Administration is seeking to amend its definition of a "qualified charity" under its framework, which currently excludes those that serve past and present members of the armed forces.