Ashley LaBombard

Jul 11, 2024 | cusomag.com | Ashley LaBombard

Artificial intelligence (AI) is all the buzz these days, even for financial institutions! While you may be wary about this technology as it’s still somewhat in its infancy, there are certainly reasons to consider AI for credit unions. Benefits AI can bring for your membersAs you discover the benefits of AI for credit unions, be sure to stay abreast of the potential risks.

May 31, 2024 | oleantimesherald.com | Ashley LaBombard

CUBA – “A Walk in the Woods,” a stage play written by Lee Blessing, takes The Palmer Opera House Stage this weekend. Directed by locally renowned director and actor Kathy Malick, “A Walk in the Woods” is sure to keep audience members enthralled. When summarizing the show, Malick described the story as being as relevant today as it was when it was written nearly 40 years ago—and likely to be as relevant 40 years from now.

Mar 20, 2024 | oleantimesherald.com | Ashley LaBombard

BOLIVAR — Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice’s “The Addams Family: A New Musical,” with music and lyrics by Andrew Lippa, takes the stage at Bolivar-Richburg Central School’s auditorium this weekend. Directed by the high school’s choral director Andrea Harris – who is also a locally renowned musician and talented theatergoer — audiences can expect a thoughtfully guided production with precise attention to detail.

Jan 15, 2024 | cusomag.com | Ashley LaBombard

As we sit and reflect on 2023, thoughts of personal resolutions we kept and those we didn’t naturally arise. Did we stick to that gym schedule, save money, or spend more time with loved ones? How about professional goals? Ask yourself, did your credit union meet the needs of your members in 2023, and is your credit union core built for the demands of 2024?

Jan 11, 2024 | cuinsight.com | Ashley LaBombard |Emma Hayes |Annie Snead |David Dixon

Of course, we realize credit unions are the best financial institution for just about everyone, but convincing younger generations can be a bit trickier. To understand why credit unions are the best banks for Gen Z and how we can better market ourselves to them, we’ll first need to learn more about what motivates Gen Z, their financial habits, and their financial planning needs. Despite popular opinions, there is actual data to show what motivates Gen Z in different areas of their lives.