Earlier in 2009, President Obama introduced his 2010 budget overview, which included plans to dramatically overhaul the current student loan financing system. To understand the impact of this proposed change on natural person credit unions involved in FFELP lending, Callahan’s Dane Coalson interviewed Mike Long, EVP& CCO of University of Wisconsin CU (UWCU).
We sat down with Karl Murphy, CEO of Firstlight FCU to discuss how his credit union is positioning itself to deal with the adverse circumstances that many credit unions find themselves in today.
A look back at Community First FCU’s loan sale shows that the sale was successful in creating profitable loans and loyal new members.
Aptitude, attitude, and opportunity have helped Leaders Credit Union develop a team of call center cross-sell superstars.
A new local service strategy allows SECU of North Carolina to measure contact center success three rings at a time.
How two credit unions monitor quantity without forgetting about quality when they measure contact center performance.
Empowering employees to provide top-shelf member service requires careful selection, training, follow up and attention to their wellness.
Learn how OSU FCU’s brand helps contribute to member growth reaching over 6%.
DFCU Financial has been in the media spotlight because of its bid to convert to a mutual savings bank. Find out how the credit union performed in the first three months of 2006.
Online surveys are increasingly being used to enhance decision-making. This article highlights two credit unions that are extending their use of surveys in two different ways.
A cross-functional team comprising nearly 20% of staff helped the Maryland-based credit union manage the crisis while staying focused on helping members.
When money stops making sense, people suffer a crisis of financial confidence. Now’s the time to reconnect with members to help them establish long-term stability.
From the teller line to the corner office, CEO Cheryl Sio’s story spans five decades of industry transformation and enduring leadership lessons.
Structured protection strategies provide potentially higher long-term total returns than bonds while muting the volatility and downside risk traditionally associated with equities.
The CEO of Peninsula Community Federal Credit Union highlights how active listening and lessons from the basket court shape a culture of inclusive banking that serves members and employees.
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Four executives share how they are skilling up and soothing nerves as they navigate the AI revolution in real time.
The future of leadership starts now. This week, CreditUnions.com is diving into the strategies shaping tomorrow’s talent: from a bold overhaul of succession planning to how credit unions are tackling the AI skills gap.
Assessing skills gaps among leaders and providing time to complete training are major hurdles today, but strong leadership development strategies are essential in building a future-ready credit union.
A report from Quantum Governance reveals a gap between board recruitment priorities and the most valuable skills in governance.