Catalyst Connect

Leveraging a Full-Service Subordinated Debt Partner: Given the expanded timeline of the subordinated debt journey, many credit unions prefer working with a single partner throughout the process, an achievable goal with Catalyst's subordinated debt program. Read more to find out the benefits of a full-service subordinated debt partnership.

New Summer Anthem: ‘School’s Out, Training’s In’: Although Alice Cooper may be adjourning school for summer break, learning and sharpening your skill set in the workplace never ends. Fortunately, Catalyst Corporate’s summer training lineup has you covered.

Forum 2023 Futurist Jack Uldrich Unlocks the Power of AI for Credit Unions: Forum 2023 speaker Jack Uldrich explains that AI can help credit unions make more informed decisions, automate processes considered “grunt work” and benefit the whole credit lifecycle. Learn how AI can be useful at your credit union.

Training and Events: ACH Origination Start to Finish (Part 1) (June 7), ACH Origination Start to Finish (Part 2) (June 14), CUBG's Commercial Lending for Credit Union Auditors (June 22), TranzCapture for Mobile (June 28), ACHOne Administration (July 12), ACHOne Receipt (July 19), ACHOne Origination (July 26) and Corporate Share Drafts & Positive Pay (August 2).

Catalyst Corporate Launches Moli P2P Mobile Payments Platform: Catalyst Corporate announces its official launch of Moli, a multi-rail mobile payments platform that targets simplifying person-to-person (P2P) payments and positions credit unions for upcoming enhancements in the mobile and faster payments landscape.

Position your Credit Union for Success with AFS TrueChecks^®: Although the quantity of checks circulating has decreased, the dollar value of checks circulating has increased. That means checks in circulation still present risk as a ripe target for fraudsters. So, how can credit unions mitigate this risk?

Dive Into Summer and 2Q SCAN: Plunge into Catalyst’s Second Quarter SCAN publication and learn more about Forum 2023 speaker Tara Sinclair, Annual Meeting highlights, Faster Payments workshops and more. And as always, we'll deliver these important highlights to your mailbox, too.

Contingency Communications Scheduled for June 14: Ensure your credit union is getting important notifications by participating in Catalyst Corporate's semiannual Contingency Communications Exercise.

Training and Events: ACH Origination Start to Finish (Part 1) (June 7), ACH Origination Start to Finish (Part 2) (June 14), CUBG's Commercial Lending for Credit Union Auditors (June 22), TranzCapture for Mobile (June 28), ACHOne Administration (July 12), ACHOne Receipt (July 19), ACHOne Origination (July 26) and Corporate Share Drafts & Positive Pay (August 2).

Four Implications for Credit Unions if the U.S. Defaults: The U.S. debt ceiling situation has dominated news headlines the last few weeks, but the Treasury has been robbing Peter to pay Paul since January to meet its obligations. With time quickly running out, what are the possible implications for credit unions?

Sign up for Tomorrow's Dallas Area Faster Payments Workshop: Catalyst Corporate aims to keepyour credit union informed on the latest faster payments developments! Join us for one of our complimentary workshops covering faster payment essentials starting tomorrow, Wednesday, May 24 at 10 a.m. CT, in Plano, Texas. Registration is still open.

Rejuvenating My 'Why' at a Young Professionals Conference: Career growth is often spurred by learning from others' perspectives on the industry. Catalyst Area Sales Manager Tommy Machun shared how speakers and peers inspired him at his first Cornerstone Credit Union League Young Professionals Conference. Read more on his experience in this week's Insights from Catalyst blog.

We Salute Our Military Heroes: Catalyst Corporate will close on Monday, May 29, to remember the brave men and women who sacrificed their lives for our freedom. Have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend.

Training and Events: Faster Payments Essentials Workshop (May 24, Plano, TX), TranzCapture for Business (May 24), ACH Origination Start to Finish (Part 1) (June 7), ACH Origination Start to Finish (Part 2) (June 14), TranzCapture for Mobile (June 28), ACHOne Administration (July 12) and ACHOne Receipt (July 19).

Registration for 2023 Economic & Payments Forum Now Open: This year's Forum agenda is shaping up to provide you with the latest intel for your business operations. And as you know, the early bird gets the worm…and Forum savings! Early bird registration for Catalyst Corporate’s annual Economic & Payments Forum is now open.

First Faster Payments Webinar Generates FAQs: What is the difference between the soon-to-launch FedNow℠ Service and other instant payments services? What is ISO 20022? Attendees generated more than 20 questions, including these, at Catalyst Corporate’s first no-cost Faster Payments Essentials webinar last week. Sign up today for one of the upcoming events; the next one is May 24 in Plano, Texas!

First Quarter 2023 Catalyst By the Numbers Now Available: Numbers count – and they tell a story about Catalyst Corporate: its market leadership, performance and service portfolio. Share this useful report with your board and other volunteers.

Training and Events: TranzCapture for Branch (May 17), Faster Payments Essentials Workshop (May 24, Plano, TX), TranzCapture for Business (May 24), ACH Origination Start to Finish (Part 1) (June 7), ACH Origination Start to Finish (Part 2) (June 14), ECCHO – Warranty Breaches and "Dealing Direct" (June 27), TanzCapture for Mobile (June 28) and ACHOne Administration (July 12).