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Navigating the Shifting Tides of Banking: Insights from Steve Williams of Cornerstone Advisors

In an ever-evolving financial landscape, Steve Williams, Partner, President, and Co-Founder of Cornerstone Advisors, offers invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing banks and credit unions today. With over two decades of experience advising financial institutions, Steve sheds light on the significance of liquidity, the imperative of digital transformation, and the promising future of regional and community banks. From the birth of the truth-telling blog, Gonzo Banker, to his vision of helping entrepreneurial financial institutions thrive, Steve’s expertise underscores the importance of adaptability, customer-centricity, and data-driven decision-making in navigating the dynamic world of banking.

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Credit union challenges and opportunities in a changing financial landscape

In today’s rapidly changing financial landscape, credit unions are confronted with a multitude of challenges and opportunities. Dan Berger, CEO of the National Association of Federal Credit Unions (NAFCU), shares invaluable insights on how credit unions can not only survive but thrive amidst chaos. From regulatory hurdles and liquidity management to the significance of strategic partnerships and the evolving fintech landscape, Berger’s expertise underscores the importance of adaptability and collaboration for credit unions. These financial institutions, trusted for their stability and community focus, are well-positioned to navigate the dynamic landscape by leveraging innovative solutions, like securitization, and advocating for regulatory fairness. As credit unions continue to evolve, their ability to seize opportunities will determine their ongoing success in a competitive and ever-changing financial sector.

How AI Enhances Borrower Experiences

Consumers have increasingly high expectations for digital experiences due to current rapid advances in technology. While depositing a check via an app or making a direct online payment previously sufficed…

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Headshot of Steve Williams

Navigating the Shifting Tides of Banking: Insights from Steve Williams of Cornerstone Advisors

In an ever-evolving financial landscape, Steve Williams, Partner, President, and Co-Founder of Cornerstone Advisors, offers invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities facing banks and credit unions today. With over two decades of experience advising financial institutions, Steve sheds light on the significance of liquidity, the imperative of digital transformation, and the promising future of regional and community banks. From the birth of the truth-telling blog, Gonzo Banker, to his vision of helping entrepreneurial financial institutions thrive, Steve’s expertise underscores the importance of adaptability, customer-centricity, and data-driven decision-making in navigating the dynamic world of banking.

Dan Berger headshot

Credit union challenges and opportunities in a changing financial landscape

In today’s rapidly changing financial landscape, credit unions are confronted with a multitude of challenges and opportunities. Dan Berger, CEO of the National Association of Federal Credit Unions (NAFCU), shares invaluable insights on how credit unions can not only survive but thrive amidst chaos. From regulatory hurdles and liquidity management to the significance of strategic partnerships and the evolving fintech landscape, Berger’s expertise underscores the importance of adaptability and collaboration for credit unions. These financial institutions, trusted for their stability and community focus, are well-positioned to navigate the dynamic landscape by leveraging innovative solutions, like securitization, and advocating for regulatory fairness. As credit unions continue to evolve, their ability to seize opportunities will determine their ongoing success in a competitive and ever-changing financial sector.

How AI Enhances Borrower Experiences

Consumers have increasingly high expectations for digital experiences due to current rapid advances in technology. While depositing a check via an app or making a direct online payment previously sufficed…