MDC was established in late 1999 in response to an expressed need within the credit union marketplace for a unified approach to the effective and efficient research, development and delivery of superior, high value, member products and services.

Leaders from within the credit union ranks worked with CUNA Mutual Group (CMG) to create this unique, jointly-owned, and credit union controlled, venture which seeks to bring together the resources and talents within our industry to better serve members and enhance the movement's potential for success.

Now that MDC has reached maturity, the company operates independently from CUNA Mutual Group, although three members of CMG's senior executive team still serve on MDC's Board. This arrangement provides the best of both worlds - the ability to function solely for the benefit of credit union and their members while being able to leverage CMG's strength and presence in the marketplace.