Andrew Lepczyk
Andrew Lepczyk is an industry analyst with Callahan & Associates. Andrew leverages analytics tools and market data to help credit unions improve. He has previously worked in corporate governance research and holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of South Carolina and a master’s degree in international economics from American University.

Forging A Bridge From Classroom To Career
Andrew Lepczyk
June 16, 2025
Credit union internship programs address equity and access, offering the extra credit students need as they prepare to enter the workforce.
What Is Stagflation? And What Does It Mean For Credit Unions?
Andrew Lepczyk
June 9, 2025
The growing risk of stagflation puts the Federal Reserve in a difficult position and raises the stakes on potential consequences for member finances, investment portfolios, ...
What ‘Affordability’ Really Means In Today’s Housing Market
Andrew Lepczyk
June 2, 2025
From rent-to-income ratios to indexed pricing, credit unions can use housing data to better understand how costs affect financial wellbeing and lending risk at the ...
It’s Not The Fancy Stuff — It’s Bills Paid On Time
Andrew Lepczyk
May 19, 2025
Americans increasingly value security over showy when it comes to financial happiness.
Americans Are Anxious. How Do Credit Unions Respond?
Andrew Lepczyk
May 14, 2025
Credit unions are leaning into their values and fine-tuning outreach strategies to meet the emotional and financial needs of worried members.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch
Andrew Lepczyk
May 8, 2025
With economic uncertainty on the horizon, credit union members are moving money into lower-term deposits and paying down debt, helping to boost margins and lower ...
When It Comes To Wage Growth, Does It Finally Pay To Stay?
Andrew Lepczyk
April 21, 2025
For the first time in 15 years, salary growth for loyal employees outpaces those who leap from job to job.
A Look Inside Consumer Sentiment
Andrew Lepczyk
April 14, 2025
Recent drops in consumer sentiment indicators reveal a complex mix of financial pessimism, political influence, and generational divides.
The Callahan Guide To The 2025 Final Four
Andrew Lepczyk
April 4, 2025
Bracket busted? Our predictions of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball championship could help you pick a winner.
Higher Rates Bring More Non-Fixed Mortgages
Andrew Lepczyk
March 31, 2025
Elevated interest rates make fixed-rate mortgages less attractive to borrowers. In today’s environment, adjustable-rate and balloon/hybrid options offer more attractive payments and short-term flexibility.