3 Lending Trends To Inform Strategy In 2021
November 2, 2020
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Loan performance in 2020 might shed light on the future of credit union lending.
Blogs
A Dive Into Interchange Income
October 26, 2020
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A study of performance data from nearly 150 credit unions sheds light on what is happening beneath the broad categories represented on the 5300 Call Report.
A Take On Modernizing Credit Union Governance
October 20, 2020
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Credit unions need diverse, knowledgeable, representative boards that are able to act inclusively, collaboratively, and with strategic vision.
New Branch Strategies For A New 2020
October 19, 2020
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Credit unions have made deposit and market share gains during the year; now, many must re-evaluate their branch channels as they work to better align products and services with the changing needs of members.
It’s Time For A Race Equity Agency
October 12, 2020
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Can market forces balance racial inequities?
Moral Self-Licensing: Hypocrisy And High-Minded Pledges
October 12, 2020
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Hundreds of corporate pledges signed last year mean little this year. Credit unions don’t need to follow suit.
Despite Uncertain Outlook, Economic Data Exceed Expectations
October 6, 2020
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This insightful monthly market commentary will help you look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving the current market trends that could impact your credit union’s investment portfolio.
Consumer Sentiments And Employee Insights (2Q 2020)
September 30, 2020
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Real comments from online review sites to inform strategies, policies, and practices.
Market Snapshot: 2Q20
September 30, 2020
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Investments spike, financial markets rebound, and more. Get a glimpse of what happened across the United States in the second quarter.
State In The Spotlight: Ohio
September 30, 2020
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How did Buckeye State credit unions perform in second quarter?
3 Lending Trends To Inform Strategy In 2021
Loan performance in 2020 might shed light on the future of credit union lending.
A Dive Into Interchange Income
A study of performance data from nearly 150 credit unions sheds light on what is happening beneath the broad categories represented on the 5300 Call ...
New Branch Strategies For A New 2020
Credit unions have made deposit and market share gains during the year; now, many must re-evaluate their branch channels as they work to better align ...
It’s Time For A Race Equity Agency
Can market forces balance racial inequities?
Moral Self-Licensing: Hypocrisy And High-Minded Pledges
Hundreds of corporate pledges signed last year mean little this year. Credit unions don’t need to follow suit.
Despite Uncertain Outlook, Economic Data Exceed Expectations
This insightful monthly market commentary will help you look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving the current market trends that could impact ...
Consumer Sentiments And Employee Insights (2Q 2020)
Real comments from online review sites to inform strategies, policies, and practices.
Market Snapshot: 2Q20
Investments spike, financial markets rebound, and more. Get a glimpse of what happened across the United States in the second quarter.
State In The Spotlight: Ohio
How did Buckeye State credit unions perform in second quarter?
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The Callahan Guide To The 2026 Final Four
Tony Waltrich
What happens when credit union performance data meets March Madness? Callahan’s proprietary model breaks down state-level results to forecast who takes home the hardware.
A Rewards Program That Relies On Relationships, Not Usage
Savana Morie
Nuvision’s Added Advantage program tracks member engagement across the credit union, then rewards relationships through better pricing and other perks.
Innovations Financial Bets Big On Small Business Lending
Aaron Passman
CDFI grant funding helps the Florida cooperative offer microloans for small businesses after many banks pulled out of its market.
How Marine Credit Union Shifted Its Foundation From Siloed To Symbiotic
Savana Morie
By aligning governance, leadership, and day to day operations, Marine Credit Union transformed its foundation from a parallel operation into a visible extension of the credit union brand.
How Today’s Market Is Stress-Testing Credit Union And Bank Earnings Models
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit union and bank earnings reflect different business objectives. Those differences matter for how financial institutions serve their markets.
The Case For Marketing That Doesn’t Lead With The Credit Union
Savana Morie
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
Aaron Passman
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
Callahan & Associates
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
Callahan & Associates
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
Jennie Boden
Check all the right boxes while tying your credit union compliance efforts to strategy.
A Take On Modernizing Credit Union Governance