
Lisa Freeman
Former Editor in ChiefLisa Freeman was the Editor in Chief of Credit Union Journal.

Lisa Freeman was the Editor in Chief of Credit Union Journal.
After 53 years of service, Gene Brody passes the gavel to EVP Anthony Grigos. Brody will continue to serve as board treasurer and chief strategy officer.
Why a simple conversation about ordering checks should have led to a loan...but didn't.
The deal includes $52.6 million in deposits and $13.2 million in loans, and the bank has indicated it plans to close two more locations in Wisconsin in June.
The advent of more choice for credit unions when it comes to trade groups appears to be a dialogue few industry leaders want to tackle.
If others follow Del-One's lead and start league shopping instead of staying in-state, collaboration in the cooperative industry could take a hit, some worry.
It's last call to participate in Credit Union Journal's annual Best Credit Unions to Work For, honoring credit unions with the best employee satisfaction and engagement.
It's hard enough lobbying for big changes on Capitol Hill, but sometimes it only gets harder when it comes time to actually implement them.
Lawmakers, regulators, pundits and more took part in this year's CUNA GAC, reminding credit unions that the movement has stalwart friends on both sides of the aisle.
Credit Union Journal asked the state leagues: what legislative or regulatory action are you currently monitoring in your state(s)? Is there anything specific that you are lobbying for or against?
In honor of Black History Month, Credit Union Journal queried African-American leaders in the credit union movement to find out how well credit unions are serving minorities -- both as members and as employees -- and areas for improvement.
A glimpse inside this year's CUNA GAC, including keynote speakers, NCUA board members and more
Credit unions need to be careful of what they wish for.
In honor of President’s Day, credit union chief executives offer their thoughts on the new commander-in-chief’s performance so far.
What if your credit union could serve every man, woman and child in the U.S.? Turns out a select few already can.
Over the last five years, the credit union also saw a 66% rise in membership, 204% increase in auto loans and a 26% uptick in real estate loans.
On the heels of his own promotion to acting chairman, McWatters designated his senior policy advisor and former state regulator Sarah Vega to serve as NCUA chief of staff.
The $1.3 billion CU rewarded members for using their A+ FCU debit card, as well as interest rate discounts on loans and higher rates on certificates.
The $1.2 billion CU has returned more than $80 million to members over the last 36 years that it has been issuing annual bonuses to its membership.
The Lompoc, Calif.-based CU is building a new main office in Santa Maria, Calif., after topping the $1 billion mark.
Why one small credit union in Wisconsin thought its best option was to seek out a much larger credit union to with which to merge.