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Cheviot Financial in Cincinnati has elected James Williamson chairman.

Credit union executives are more optimistic about how their CUs are doing, reflecting the boost in some key economic indicators, according to Catalyst Corporate FCU's most recent CEO Confidence Survey.

Bank of America shareholders will vote Sept. 22 on whether its board was right to grant Chief Executive Brian Moynihan the additional title of chairman last year.

Argentine Federal Savings in Kansas City, Kan., has named Roger McWherter chief executive.

Enterprise Bancorp in Lowell, Mass., has named James Conway vice chairman and lead director.

Codorus Valley Bancorp in York, Pa., has given Chief Executive Larry Miller the additional title of chairman, after its longtime chair retired.

Genisys Credit Union, which provides services to anyone who lives or works in the Lower Peninsula of Michigan, on Tuesday reported it successfully completed a system conversion to finalize the consolidation of Tri-Pointe Community Credit Union.

Credit Union Journal reminds credit unions that want to participate in the 19th Annual Day in the Life of Credit Unions that today is the last day to submit photos for the project.

The Credit Union League of Connecticut (CULCT) has unveiled a new "consumer-focused" brand to increase CU awareness through a new website: www.ctcreditunions.org.

Byron Thompson, chairman of Country Club Bank in Kansas City, Mo., has died.

Cornerstone Bank in York, Neb., has tapped Kris Holoch to succeed her father Kelly Holthus as the bank's chief executive. Holoch previously served as executive vice president and on the board.

Cordia Bancorp found an experienced leader to run its bank, and executive recruiters believe more companies could do the same as they try to train the next generation. One problem: Most retired CEOs seem content to sit on the sidelines after enduring the financial crisis.

You had a fantastic strategic planning session with tons of excellent ideas. Now, make sure you actually do something with those ideas.

From upgrading technology and delivery channels to attracting and retaining the best talent, experts offer key areas that must be addressed if a credit union wants to continue to grow.

Credit union executives say that changes to brick and mortar, coupled with evolution of technology are changing the way they look at everything from staffing and size of branches to data analytics.

Metrum Community Credit Union, a $60-million institution based in Centennial, Colo., announced that its application for a community charter was approved by the board of the Colorado Division of Financial Services.

The Louisiana Credit Union League and CU Strategic Planning have partnered to help CUs in the state gain certification as community development financial institutions.

CoBiz Financial's bank chairman, Jonathan Lorenz, will retire in December.

NCUA has issued some $2 million in grants to 225 low-income credit unions to help them offer new products and finance expansions.

Experts share tips for getting the most out of the strategic planning process as credit unions head into the traditional planning season.