CU*Answers announced today that Jim Vilker, VP Professional Services for the CUSO, recently obtained the National Association of Federal Credit Unions’ Certified Compliance Officer (NCCO) certification.“We are excited that Jim has earned this prestigious and nationally recognized certification,” said Randy Karnes, CEO of CU*Answers. “One of our ongoing initiatives is to assist credit unions in remaining compliant with constantly evolving regulations. This certification establishes Jim as a serious compliance professional with comprehensive understanding of the major regulations that govern credit union operations and adds serious credibility to the services provided by Jim and his Audit Link team,” Karnes continues.
The NCCO designation is earned by professionals who have successfully completed a series of certification examinations provided by the National Association of Federal Credit Unions (NAFCU) that test their knowledge and understanding of regulatory compliance. The designation is valid for two years. To maintain certification, candidates must provide evidence of continuing education in compliance or successfully complete updated examinations.