The editorial team at Callahan & Associates weighs in on stories that defined 2025 through actionable strategies, meaningful insights, and perspectives that continue to influence the cooperative movement.
Despite economic uncertainty, credit unions and their members are displaying resilience through methodical improvement.
Don’t stop reading because you think this is a love letter to Zohran Mamdani. It’s not about politics; it’s about connection and authenticity. His people-first campaign offers four lessons for credit unions on speaking with purpose and being heard.
Explore best practices to streamline service, inspire leadership engagement, and improve the member experience.
Member growth is slowing. What can credit unions do about it? Callahan experts explore how purpose and financial wellbeing might be the key to sustainable member growth.
How changing consumer behavior is redefining branches as community spaces for advice, education, and connection.
When the postseason heats up, Callanan lets credit union balance sheets take a swing at the 2025 fall classic.
Credit union mergers are poised to grow year-over-year for the first time in four years. The aggregate assets of merged institutions is projected to reach $11.6 billion.
The Member Story Project from Callahan & Associates invites credit unions to share their stories of member impact and celebrate how they change lives every day.
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Inflation, war, and uncertain futures have reshaped members’ needs in 2026. What does credit union performance data from the first quarter of 2026 say about household budgets, inflation pressures, and more?
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Today’s job market is shaped by skills based expectations, with employers slowing entry level hiring and placing greater emphasis on applied experience.
St. Cloud Financial is betting on digital assets to protect member relationships and future relevance. It’s picked up lessons for other leaders along the way.
Traditional risk tools alone aren’t enough. Portfolio protection must evolve to meet members within the lending experience itself.
The Ohio cooperative is refining the role of its foundation to clarify what belongs within the credit union and what belongs under its charitable arm, strengthening focus and long term strategy for both.
The credit union migrated its on-premises contact center and implemented workforce management software to maximize efficiency, minimize costs, and provide a better member experience.
A new approach to vehicle affordability for credit unions.
Youth banking programs, in-school branches, and a warm handoff to adulthood builds habits and relationships that last well beyond graduation.
Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
What Credit Unions Can Learn From Mamdani’s Campaign