Greener Pastures

In this episode, we sit down with Sam Reed, Fraud Specialist at VSECU and a frequent guest on the show. As phishing scams continue to rise in Vermont, it's more important than ever to be aware of the risks and take steps to protect yourself.In our conversation, we explore the explosive growth of phishing scams and what scammers hope to achieve through their tactics. Sam shares insights on the latest scams, including how scammers target Vermonters and what you can do to stay safe.We also delve into best practices for keeping yourself and your personal information secure, including tips for identifying and avoiding phishing emails and texts. Whether you're a seasoned tech user or new to the digital landscape, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to protect themselves from phishing scams.

This episode of Greener Pastures explores Spectrum Youth & Family Services' mission to support homeless youth in Vermont. Executive Director Mark Redmond discusses their community outreach programs, trauma-informed care, mentoring opportunities, and the annual Spectrum Sleep Out fundraiser. Hear how Spectrum is helping hundreds of young people overcome immense challenges and build brighter futures.

Join us on Greener Pastures as we explore the promise of credit unions! Host Oliver is joined by guests Simeon Chapin, our Head of Social Impact, and Rob Miller, President and Chief Operating Officer, to discuss the differences between the credit union model and other financial institutions, the values credit unions have built in, and how they differ from B Corps.

For this special episode, we got Heidi White, marketing communications manager at VSECU, and Alvah Newhall, Montpelier branch manager, to compete in a little financial trivia.

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We are joined again by Sam Reed, a fraud specialist at VSECU. In this episode, Sam will be sharing with us ten common ways that fraudsters try to steal your money and gifts during the holiday season. Drawing on his expertise in fraud prevention, Sam shares valuable tips and strategies for keeping your money, gifts, and identity safe from these scammers.

Places to Volunteer in VermontA Holiday Volunteer Story and How to Make Your Own

George Hofheimer, a strategic advisor to consumer finance organizations, and Joseph Bergeron, President/CEO of the Association of Vermont Credit Unions, are on the podcast to discuss the changing financial services landscape in Vermont.

We sit down with the newest member of VSECU's fraud prevention team, Sam Reed, to explore how to keep your money safe in a world with more and more scams and fraudsters.

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VSECU's VGreen Program Director, Laurie Fielder, talks about how the war in Ukraine has affected fuel prices and what green and sustainable energy technologies can do to help insulate consumers from an ever-changing energy market.

On the inaugural episode of Greener Pastures, Senior Vice President of Finance, Terence Field, talks about inflation, including why it's happening now, what the government can do to control it, and how you fit into the changing economy.