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CUSO Commons

A standing virtual roundtable of CUSO leaders. Off the record, on the record of consequence.

About

CUSO Commons brings together leaders from across the CUSO field for a recurring, off-the-record discussion of what's actually moving in the industry — what's working, what's breaking, what no one is willing to say on a panel.

Sessions are hosted by The Credit Union Wire and run under Chatham House Rule: participants may use what's said in the room; they may not attribute it to whom said it.

Next session

Session 02 · Registration open

The next CUSO Commons

Thursday, May 21, 2026
1:00 PM ET
Microsoft Teams

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How it works

Operating principles

Past sessions

Session 01
February 2, 2026
14 leaders convened
Chatham House Rule

Frequently asked

Who can attend?

Senior leaders at CUSOs — CEOs, COOs, CROs, founders, and heads of product, engineering, or operations. If you're not sure whether you fit, email info@thecreditunionwire.com and we'll let you know.

What gets discussed?

Topics surface from the room.

Will it be recorded?

No. No recording, no transcripts, no AI summaries. Chatham House Rule applies retroactively — what was said stays in the room.

Can I bring a colleague?

Yes, but please email info@thecreditunionwire.com first. Sessions are capped at 20 leaders to preserve real conversation.

Is there a cost?

No. CUSO Commons is free to attend.