Partnership & Protection - Securian Financial (#42)

“This is a tough time to predict, but a better time to prepare.” - Bill GouldThank you for tuning in to episode 42 of The CUInsight Network, with your host, Lauren Culp, Publisher & CEO of CUInsight.com. In The CUInsight Network, we take a deeper dive with the thought leaders who support the credit union community. We discuss issues and challenges facing credit unions and identify best practices to learn and grow together.My guest today is Bill Gould, Executive Vice President at Securian Financial. For over 60 years, Securian Financial operates as a mutual holding company that provides a range of financial products and services. The team helps credit unions provide protection and products to members. Together, they create a partnership that improves the experience of both the members and the staff.In this conversation, Bill and I talk about credit union partnerships that help financial service teams embrace innovation. Bill shares his insights on where fintechs can fit in and create opportunities for credit unions. We discuss the importance of maintaining engagement with employees, and Bill shares two key fundamentals that he looks for when adding to his team. Bill also explains new trends emerging in the financial service industry and how Securian plans to innovate to meet those needs.As we wrap up the episode, Bill talks about his father’s entrepreneurial grit, his family-time hobbies, and his book choices. Enjoy my conversation with Bill Gould!Find the full show notes on cuinsight.com.Connect with Bill:Bill Gould, Executive Vice President at Securian [email protected]://www.securian.com/  Bill: LinkedIn Securian Financial: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | YouTube