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- Welcome to 2026! As we step into a new year full of opportunities and challenges, Spayside Consulting is here to help yo…by Spayside Consulting LLC on January 5, 2026 at 2:37 pm
Welcome to 2026! As we step into a new year full of opportunities and challenges, Spayside Consulting is here to help you make it your most successful year yet. If your credit union or financial institution is: ✅ Needing a Strategic Plan ✅ Preparing for a major organizational change like a core conversion or merger ✅ In need of expert project management ✅ Looking for guidance on board initiatives We’ve got you covered. Reach out today to schedule an in-person or virtual meeting and let’s turn your vision into reality. Contact us at: https://spaysideconsulting.com/contact-us
- 🎄 Merry Christmas from Spayside Consulting! 🎄 As we celebrate this festive season, we want to extend our heartfelt gra…by Spayside Consulting LLC on December 24, 2025 at 4:45 pm
🎄 Merry Christmas from Spayside Consulting! 🎄 As we celebrate this festive season, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our clients, colleagues, and friends. Your trust and collaboration have made 2025 an incredible year. We look forward to continuing our great work supporting credit unions and financial institutions in the new year—helping you grow, innovate, and thrive. From all of us at Spayside Consulting, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! ✨
- Tip for Credit Union Leaders: Succession Planning is Now a Regulatory Requirement – and a Strategic Imperative Starting…by Spayside Consulting LLC on December 4, 2025 at 3:37 pm
Tip for Credit Union Leaders: Succession Planning is Now a Regulatory Requirement – and a Strategic Imperative Starting January 1, 2026, the NCUA requires all federally insured credit unions to have a written, board-approved succession plan for key leadership roles. This isn’t just compliance—it’s smart business. Best Practice: Embed succession planning into your strategic plan. Why? Because leadership continuity impacts growth, member trust, and risk management. Treat it as a core strategic priority, not a checkbox. ✅ Align your plan with organizational goals ✅ Develop internal talent pipelines ✅ Review and update regularly Future-proof your credit union today. Leadership gaps can derail strategy—don’t let them. Contact us today at https://spaysideconsulting.com/. For more information regarding the NCUA requirement, visit: https://ncua.gov/…/ncua-board-approves-2025-2026-budget-suc…
- 🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from Spayside Consulting! 🦃 As we gather with family and friends this holiday season, we want to…by Spayside Consulting LLC on November 27, 2025 at 5:09 pm
🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from Spayside Consulting! 🦃 As we gather with family and friends this holiday season, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude. To our valued credit union clients, DILA partners, colleagues, and friends—thank you for trusting us, collaborating with us, and inspiring us every day. Your dedication and partnership make our work meaningful, and we are truly thankful for the opportunity to support your success. From all of us at Spayside Consulting, we wish you a joyful Thanksgiving filled with warmth, connection, and celebration. 👉 Learn more about us at https://spaysideconsulting.com/.
- Core Conversions Take Time — Plan for 18–24 Months A successful core conversion isn’t a sprint. It’s a thoughtful 18–24…by Spayside Consulting LLC on November 21, 2025 at 8:25 pm
Core Conversions Take Time — Plan for 18–24 Months A successful core conversion isn’t a sprint. It’s a thoughtful 18–24 month process that touches nearly every part of a credit union. With the right governance, what feels overwhelming becomes manageable: evaluation, negotiation, and implementation flow in sequence, each building toward a smooth transition. – Evaluation (6–8 months): A structured review of current systems and future needs, with all stakeholders engaged early. – Contract Negotiation (3–4 months): Clear documentation of service levels, security, and vendor expectations to reduce risk. – Implementation (12–18+ months): Careful oversight of scope, timelines, and vendor performance, ensuring data migration, testing, and training stay on track. Why Spayside Consulting? Credit unions often work with dozens of vendors, each with competing timelines and dependencies. Without strong governance, projects can stall. With the right partner, like Spayside Consulting, the path becomes clearer — risks are managed, vendors are aligned, and the conversion moves forward with confidence. Contact us today at https://spaysideconsulting.com/contact-us!
- A strong board is one of the most crucial aspects of a nonprofit organization. Boards serve as the backbone of an organi…by CapinCrouse on January 13, 2026 at 3:13 pm
A strong board is one of the most crucial aspects of a nonprofit organization. Boards serve as the backbone of an organization, supporting the mission and making critical decisions. Nonprofits must exercise great thoughtfulness when appointing members. Learn more about what to consider when making this important decision: https://hubs.la/Q03-xXd-0 And don’t miss our free Mission-Centered Governance webinar on January 29! Learn more and register here: https://hubs.la/Q03-xY5S0 #NonprofitBoards #BoardSelection #MissionSuccess
- A Short History of Embedded Payments: From File Uploads to APIsby Maf Sonko on January 13, 2026 at 3:09 pm
Discover the history of the fintech that is driving the rise of embedded payments today. Learn how to take part as a sponsor bank.
- From the Hill: January 13, 2026by Forvis Mazars on January 13, 2026 at 12:00 am
The House has voted to extend enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits for three years, and the legislation will now move to the Senate.
- Episode 17: A Look at Compensation & Benefit Plansby Iris Laws, Devin Tenney on January 13, 2026 at 12:00 am
In this week’s episode of “Tackling Tax,” we’ll look at opportunities and potential traps regarding compensation and benefit plans.
- Rural Broadband Revenue Growth Data: 2025 Benchmark Studyby Brock Martin on January 13, 2026 at 12:00 am
See rural broadband revenue growth data from the 2025 Rural Broadband Benchmark Study from Forvis Mazars, drawing on insights from 141 rural telecom companies.
- From Separation to Strength – How to Thrive in Carve-Out Acquisitionsby Forvis Mazars on January 13, 2026 at 12:00 am
Experienced professionals at Forvis Mazars, in collaboration with the SBIA, share lessons learned from supporting clients through carve-outs.
- NCUA Kicks Off Deregulation Project to Remove Unneeded Rulesby Natalie Torbet on January 13, 2026 at 12:00 am
The National Credit Union Administration has launched a Deregulation Project to provide clearer, more flexible standards for credit unions.
- Modernize With Data Warehouses, Data Lakes, & Data Lakehousesby Charles Allen, Kyle Harman on January 13, 2026 at 12:00 am
Explore data warehouses, data lakes, and data lakehouses to modernize ERP and analytics. Learn how unified architectures can enable AI-ready insights.
- Many smaller higher education institutions face constant uncertainty. One route to explore is revenue enhancement—pursui…by CapinCrouse on January 12, 2026 at 4:04 pm
Many smaller higher education institutions face constant uncertainty. One route to explore is revenue enhancement—pursuing options for increasing revenue and optimizing your institution’s finances. Here are some strategies to discuss with your leadership team: https://hubs.la/Q03-nPFP0 #HigherEducation #HigherEdRevenue
- North Carolina Issues Guidance with Respect to the One Big Beautiful Bill Actby Lance Jacobs on January 12, 2026 at 12:00 am
A discussion of North Carolina’s conformity to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.
- SOC 2 for Startups: Avoiding the Fast Track to Frustrationby Shabbir Hassanali, Karen Cardillo on January 12, 2026 at 12:00 am
Navigate SOC 2 compliance with Forvis Mazars. Learn about Readiness Assessments, the value of Type 2 Reports, and how to build trust with SOC Reports.
- Grants Available for Rural Residency Planning & Development Programby Chad Mulvany, Horace Jenkins on January 12, 2026 at 12:00 am
Federal grants are available for organizations starting new rural residency programs. Forvis Mazars explores HRSA’s RRPD program and who is eligible to apply.
- From Highways to Ownership: Exploring ESOPs for Truckingby Cara Benningfield on January 12, 2026 at 12:00 am
In this first installment of a series, see how employee stock ownership plans could be a good option for succession planning for trucking companies.
- Innovation & AI: Shaping Construction Technology for the Futureby Steve Maddox, Jim Wagner on January 12, 2026 at 12:00 am
Explore how construction technology, AI, and connected workflows are reshaping construction, with strategies for contractors to stay competitive.
- Understanding the OECD Side-by-Side (SbS) Deal and Its Safe Harborsby Carolyn Beauchemin, Justin Metcalfe on January 12, 2026 at 12:00 am
Provisions contained within the OECD’s Side-by-Side Package are designed to reduce compliance burdens and introduce two safe harbors.
- How to Set Up an Endowment Fund for a Nonprofitby Winters Richwine on January 10, 2026 at 12:50 pm
How to set up an endowment fund for a nonprofit, with clear steps and considerations to help organizations build long-term financial stability. Read more.
- Is Your Card Portfolio in Peak Health?by Heather Campbell on January 9, 2026 at 7:00 pm
Is your card program underperforming? Learn how banks and credit unions can improve portfolio health and performance.
- For church, higher education, and nonprofit leaders looking to stay current with the latest updates and webinars, subscr…by CapinCrouse on January 9, 2026 at 4:05 pm
For church, higher education, and nonprofit leaders looking to stay current with the latest updates and webinars, subscribe to our e-news! You’ll gain valuable, timely information and resources relevant to your mission-focused work: https://hubs.la/Q03-9tdM0 #Churches #HigherEd #Nonprofits
- HRSA Announces 340B Rebate Model Pilot Programby Chad Mulvany, Brian Bell on January 9, 2026 at 12:00 am
HRSA has announced a 340B Rebate Model Pilot Program for 2026, and drug manufacturers can apply to participate. See the implications for 340B covered entity hospitals.
- Court Finds Tests for Qualified Technology Companies Applies to All Members of Combined Groupby Lance Jacobs on January 9, 2026 at 12:00 am
A discussion of a recent New York State tax decision.
- Continuous Innovation in xFP&A: Insights for Finance Leadersby Charles Allen on January 9, 2026 at 12:00 am
Discover how AI, unified reporting, and Solver’s 2026 roadmap drive innovation in xFP&A for finance leaders, enhancing planning, reporting, and decision making.
- How the Rise of Artificial Intelligence Affects Patient Databy Diana Ramirez on January 9, 2026 at 12:00 am
Learn how your healthcare organization can align AI innovation with ethical data practices, while managing the protection of sensitive patient information.
- ✨Software Engineers – Make 2026 Your Year! ✨ Sharetec is making big moves in tech and product innovation, and is looking…by Sharetec Systems on January 8, 2026 at 7:45 pm
✨Software Engineers – Make 2026 Your Year! ✨ Sharetec is making big moves in tech and product innovation, and is looking for bold, powerful, and caring Senior Engineers to help propel us forward: 🚀 Senior Full Stack Software Engineers 🚀 Senior DevOps Engineer Apply Today: https://ow.ly/bLcR50XTBeq #Sharetec #NowHiring #TeamSharetec #SoftwareEngineers #Fintech #CoreProcessing
- Join us and Carr, Riggs & Ingram on Thursday, January 29, at 2:00 p.m. CT for Mission-Centered Governance: Best Practice…by CapinCrouse on January 8, 2026 at 4:03 pm
Join us and Carr, Riggs & Ingram on Thursday, January 29, at 2:00 p.m. CT for Mission-Centered Governance: Best Practices for an Effective Nonprofit Board, presented by CapinCrouse professional Stan Reiff. In this free webinar, you’ll learn how to strengthen key relationships within your organization and recruit, orient, and evaluate board members who will help advance your mission. Learn more and register here: https://hubs.la/Q03-1l7Q0 #MissionCenteredGovernance #NonprofitBoard
- Fintech Trends and Trust in Banking: 2025 Consumer Insightsby Tracy Almquist on January 8, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Discover what consumers really want. learn how community and regional financial institutions can use trust and technology to strengthen every retail banking customer relationship.
- How to Prepare for the Tariff Supreme Court Case Decisionby Iris Laws on January 8, 2026 at 12:00 am
Explore action items and what to anticipate from the U.S. Supreme Court’s upcoming decision on the president’s IEEPA tariffs.
- Time to File: Hospice Cap Reports for 2025 Cap Yearby Amber Popek on January 8, 2026 at 12:00 am
Medicare hospices must file cap reports by February 2026 and repay any amount in excess of the statutory cap amount.
- New Cost Report Requirement: Reporting MA Negotiated Ratesby Forvis Mazars on January 8, 2026 at 12:00 am
In 2026, CMS requires Medicare cost reports to include median Medicare Advantage negotiated rates by MS-DRG. See how reimbursement & finance teams can prepare.
- IRS Issues Guidance on U.S. Investment Income of Foreign Governmentsby Michael Cornett, Meredith Fitch on January 8, 2026 at 12:00 am
The IRS his issued guidance on U.S. Investment Income of Foreign Governments
- A Compliance Guide for Telecom BEAD Subrecipientsby Jessica Richter, Emily DeBoer on January 8, 2026 at 12:00 am
Navigate BEAD compliance with our guide for telecom pros. Learn about audit requirements, internal controls, and procurement rules to secure your funding.
- Simplifying the Migration From GP to Business Centralby Jason Layne, Jeremy Adkins-Hill on January 8, 2026 at 12:00 am
Microsoft Dynamics GP users should migrate to cloud-based Dynamics 365 Business Central before 2029 to help avoid risks, reduce costs, and ensure growth.
- Congratulations to Stacy Alexejun who was elected chair of the board of Special Olympics Wisconsin (SOWI). The board of…by Quarles & Brady LLP on January 7, 2026 at 9:21 pm
Congratulations to Stacy Alexejun who was elected chair of the board of Special Olympics Wisconsin (SOWI). The board of directors plays a pivotal role in guiding the mission and strategic direction of SOWI, which provides year-round sports opportunities for thousands of athletes across the state, regardless of age or skill level.
