Learn about the latest NACHA Rule Changes from experts Debbie Barr and Cari Conahan at our Fraud Working Group, exploring updates to the ACH Network, which processed 31.5 billion payments in 2023.

Get ready for the 2025 Ohio Credit Union Day on April 21 in Downtown Columbus, hosted by NASCUS, the Ohio Department of Commerce, the Division of Financial Institutions, and the Ohio Credit Union League. This event is crafted for credit union volunteers, staff, and leaders eager to stay informed on industry shifts, with Chelsea’s keynote, "The Future of Financial Services: Trends and Innovations," offering a forward-looking perspective on what’s next for the sector.

We’re presenting at inVest48 2025 on the topic "Fraud in Focus: Protecting Credit Unions in a Changing Landscape." Join us April 21-23 in Columbus to explore fraud trends, real-world examples, and strategies to safeguard your credit union. See you there!

Don’t miss the Regulatory Compliance Certification School 2025, April 21-25 in Austin, TX, hosted by America’s Credit Unions. Perfect for compliance pros, this event includes Chelsea’s "Fraud Prevention and Detection Strategies Workshop" on April 24 in the Recertification track. Engage with real-world cases, collaborate with peers, and gain practical tools to strengthen your credit union’s fraud defenses.

Explore how AI-powered identity verification can reduce fraud and ensure compliance in this session with Debi Scott and Ben Johnson of IDScan.net. Learn how age validation tools help safeguard digital and physical transactions from fraudulent activity. Do you work at a Credit Union? Join our growing list of over 300 Credit Unions at a monthly meeting focused on tackling Fraud.

Head to Charleston, SC, May 13-15 for the 2025 Cybersecurity Conference by America’s Credit Unions and NASCUS. Critical Ops emcees and leads "Future-Ready Credit Unions – People, Processes, and Technology (Whiteboarding)," diving into how credit unions can integrate key elements to tackle cybersecurity challenges head-on. Expect practical workshops and cutting-edge insights for IT, compliance, and leadership pros.

Brian Hinze, NCU-ISAO CEO, will address deepfakes at our Fraud Working Group, showcasing how Credit Unions combat fraud through collaboration and tailored security solutions.

Join Critical Ops and elevate your career at Credit Union Management School 2025, July 13-19 in Madison, WI. Earn your CCUE with expert-led training in leadership and cybersecurity.

Join Critical Ops at the 2025 NASCUS S3 Summit in San Antonio, TX, Sept 17-19. Dive into digital assets, fintech, and credit union powers with industry leaders.

Critical Ops leads off the Michigan Examiner School 2025 on October 13, with “Fraud Frontlines: Emerging Threats and Strategic Responses.” The session dives into phishing, deepfakes, and AI scams, offering examiners practical, no-nonsense strategies to shield credit unions. With real-world examples and cutting-edge tools.

Attend the CEO Council Conference 2025, Oct 21-23 in Boston, MA. Critical Ops moderates and speaks on fraud and cybersecurity, empowering credit union CEOs with strategies to navigate tech and regulatory challenges.

Speaking at the Montana Credit Union League’s Be Fall Conference, October 28-30, 2025, in Bozeman. Don’t miss the session, "Fraud: Ending the Sickness," where we’ll explore innovative strategies to combat fraud and strengthen organizational resilience.