Credit Union Industry Commentary
“Vote” On RBC By Commenting Now
Exercise your right and do the right thing for your members by commenting on the risk-based capital rule. It’s your “vote.” Make it count.
The Myopic Fed
March’s statement and forecast proves the central bank is as vulnerable to short-term factors as any short-term trader.
The Legacy Of Ed Callahan, 6 Years Later
Ed Callahan passed away six years ago, yet his impact on the industry still resonates today.
What Does Fourth Quarter Data Mean For The Risk-Based Capital Proposal?
Year-end data clearly proves there is no capital problem or shortfall in the credit union system.
Another Flop In Retail Sales
Poor weather and cloudy consumer moods drag down retail performance, to the apparent surprise of economists.
The Price Is Right
Properly pricing and managing the loan portfolio is a major driver of success for a credit union.
Winter Weather Blues
Bonds are down, jobless claims are up, and the 10-Year Treasury yield could hinge on February’s jobs reports.
NCUA: Here’s What The FDIC Really Said
When will the NCUA pay attention to how the FDIC views risk-based capital?
SECU Scores Obama Nod With FICO Program
A half-million members respond so far to North Carolina credit union’s offer of free credit scores. President digs it, too.
“Vote” On RBC By Commenting Now
The Myopic Fed
The Legacy Of Ed Callahan, 6 Years Later
What Does Fourth Quarter Data Mean For The Risk-Based Capital Proposal?
Another Flop In Retail Sales
The Price Is Right
Winter Weather Blues
NCUA: Here’s What The FDIC Really Said
SECU Scores Obama Nod With FICO Program
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The Case For Marketing That Doesn’t Lead With The Credit Union
Whitefish Credit Union barely mentions itself in its member stories. Instead, its high-quality video storytelling spotlights people, businesses, and communities, building trust, advocacy, and impact that don’t always show up in traditional ROI metrics.

Exit Interview: Deb Vollmer
The retired Langley FCU executive looks back on a career shaped by industry change, evolving leadership responsibility, and a constant focus on serving members first.

How Affinity FCU Became A Financial First Responder
The New Jersey-New York metro credit union shares how a wellbeing-led strategy ensures members know where to turn first when life gets difficult.

Running With Scissors: The Bold Side Of Personalization
To become skilled at personalization, credit unions must stop making assumptions about what resonates with members and start leveraging data to be sure.

A Short Guide To Compliance With The New Succession Planning Rule
Check all the right boxes while tying your credit union compliance efforts to strategy.

Industry Intelligence For Credit Union Leaders
Looking for quarterly data coverage, expert analysis, lessons from leading credit unions, and more? Callahan has it covered. Comparing top-level performance and digging into the details has never been easier.

10 Credit Unions That Top The Charts In Member Value
Callahan & Associates spotlights credit unions that return more value to members.

Engagement Is Not A Perk. It Is A Strategy.
Langley FCU asked what it would take to be a truly exceptional workplace, and it shares four ways to get there.

The Opportunity For Credit Unions In NCUA’s New Succession Planning Rule
Make your succession plan strategic and give it ‘teeth’ to reap the benefits of stronger governance and more effective C-suite leadership.

How A Child Savings Account Program Is Shaping Futures In Harbor Beach
A public-private partnership in Michigan aims to influence opportunities after high school via a child savings account that provides yearly deposits and every reason to imagine what comes after graduation.
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