Marketing Messages That Resonate
April 8, 2016
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3 tips from Wright-Patt to help your brand take flight.
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A No Merger Guarantee and a Revulsion for Mutual Bank Conversions
April 8, 2016
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Making a pledge to members in 1997 that Cascade FCU, Seattle, has no intention of merging with another financial institution Dale Kerslake, CEO, promised to pay members $100 if the CU merged and as a result changed its name, a member’s account number or closed a member’s primary branch within a five-year period. Six years and counting and there’s no payout in sight.
What is the Member’s Right to Know?
April 8, 2016
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Disclosing executive salaries is not a regulatory issue; rather, it can be a marketplace advantage. Keeping compensation private only suggests that credit unions have something to hide.
The Power of Data
April 7, 2016
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Quantitative facts covering almost every aspect of credit union activity are abundant—and becoming even more plentiful. Many users of data are seeking answers. The issues range from the general, “How-am-I-doing?” to the specific, such as “Should-Iraise-my-NSF-fee?”
A Penny Saved Is A Penny Earned
April 7, 2016
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SAFE Credit Union encourages members to do the sensible thing and save.
Maintain Healthy Cash Flow
April 7, 2016
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Georgetown University’s student-run credit union is cognizant of the duration of its investments and has developed strong cash positions.
Management Classic: Controlling The Wind
April 7, 2016
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A hang gliding anecdote from Jim Blaine, CEO of State Employees Credit Union, offers insight into what it takes for a credit union to truly take off.
Investment CUSOs Need The Right Attitude
April 7, 2016
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Veridian Group, a subsidiary of Veridian Credit Union, aggressively investigates viable products.
Evaluate Politicians In Races To Watch
April 7, 2016
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Credit unions have come a long way with their political advocacy, but in many races there’s a need for even more.
4 Ways To Ensure A Successful Brand After A Credit Union Merger
April 7, 2016
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Concentrate on four key merger elements that take into account all stakeholders.
A No Merger Guarantee and a Revulsion for Mutual Bank Conversions
Making a pledge to members in 1997 that Cascade FCU, Seattle, has no intention of merging with another financial institution Dale Kerslake, CEO, promised to ...
What is the Member’s Right to Know?
Disclosing executive salaries is not a regulatory issue; rather, it can be a marketplace advantage. Keeping compensation private only suggests that credit unions have something ...
The Power of Data
Quantitative facts covering almost every aspect of credit union activity are abundant—and becoming even more plentiful. Many users of data are seeking answers. The issues ...
A Penny Saved Is A Penny Earned
SAFE Credit Union encourages members to do the sensible thing and save.
Maintain Healthy Cash Flow
Georgetown University’s student-run credit union is cognizant of the duration of its investments and has developed strong cash positions.
Management Classic: Controlling The Wind
A hang gliding anecdote from Jim Blaine, CEO of State Employees Credit Union, offers insight into what it takes for a credit union to truly ...
Investment CUSOs Need The Right Attitude
Veridian Group, a subsidiary of Veridian Credit Union, aggressively investigates viable products.
Evaluate Politicians In Races To Watch
Credit unions have come a long way with their political advocacy, but in many races there’s a need for even more.
4 Ways To Ensure A Successful Brand After A Credit Union Merger
Concentrate on four key merger elements that take into account all stakeholders.
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