Investing in director training is critical now more than ever. As the financial landscape evolves, well-prepared directors help ensure stronger risk management, strategic decision-making, and long-term sustainability for their credit unions. Continued learning builds confidence, fosters healthy board dynamics, and ultimately supports better outcomes for members and communities. 

One of best tools to employ through the Credit Union Director Achievement (CUA) program is the exceedingly well-reviewed Board Knowledge Portal. Wondering what the portal is and how you can best leverage it?

Here are some key facts about the Board Knowledge Portal:  

• Knowledge-based videos are embedded to reduce the amount of reading in their board reports. 
• The BKP provides directors with a greater understand of key agenda topics (climate risks, data security, digital strategies) before board discussions.  
• Directors can tune into podcasts like Be It Resolved. 
• Provides benchmarks for board skills in key areas like Crisis Management, Finance and Budgeting, or Leading and AI Transformation.  
• Quarterly "Ask Me Anything" forums offered with subject matter experts on Climate Change, Culture, Consumer-Driven (Open) Banking, and Board Recruitment Strategies.

Here's what one learner had to say about a recent Board Knoweldge Portal Ask Me Anything Session:  

I listened to the recording from last night’s session and wanted to say how valuable I found it. I picked up a lot of great insights that I’ve shared with my manager. There are plenty of takeaways for us to consider and share with our Board.  Thanks again for putting together such an engaging session! - Paula Kelly, Governance Specialist, TCU Financial Group

The best way to employ this tool, however, is simply to access the portal and look around. If you already have access, you can jump into the portal directly here.

Not using the portal yet? Put this powerful resource to work for your board and reach out to clientsolutions@ccua.com to help set your board up for success.