Four Key Success Factors Drive Membership Growth
April 19, 2016
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Focus. Excite. Network. Over deliver. In 2005, these four themes drove two SEG-based credit unions to succeed in a slow growth environment.
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Maine Credit Unions Cooperatively Advertise “There’s One for You” in 2005
April 19, 2016
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Learn how Maine credit unions are using cooperative advertising to gain new members and increase services per household of existing members.
The Votes Are In: Lake Michigan Credit Union Remains a Credit Union
April 19, 2016
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The $1.1 billion Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU) in Grand Rapids, MI, will remain a credit union after less than two-thirds of voting members cast ballots in favor of a conversion to a mutual savings institution.
Membership Expanded by Reaching out to the Unbanked
April 19, 2016
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Corporate America Family Credit Union ($550m) in Elgin, IL, began two programs to serve the unbanked. Learn how these programs helped attract new members and strengthen its bottom line.
Unique Visions Produce Extraordinary Results
April 19, 2016
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Chip Filson examines credit unions that are performing phenomenally well in an environment that has many financial institutions struggling. The common factor in all of these cases is a unique vision which drives strategy.
Online Progressive Auctions to Members Help Turn Repossessed Vehicles into New Auto Loans
April 19, 2016
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Repossessions are a money loser, many credit unions say. Most credit unions have little positive to say about repossessed autos. The economy has taken its toll in the past few years, increasing bankruptcies and subsequently increasing a credit union’s occasional need for repossessions, leaving credit unions with autos they do
Build a Plan, it’s Worth it
April 19, 2016
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What plan did one CU follow that has 30% of their members, well above the national average, using eStatements? Can it help your credit union too?
The Provider Dilemma: Choosing a Partner or Going it Alone
April 19, 2016
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It’s hard to believe that the E-statement industry is already over 3 years old. In that short period of time, the concept has evolved from being a way to save time and money on statement delivery, to a powerful interactive marketing tool. Second generation E-statements are a powerful communication tool that can deliver value to your
To Sell or Not to Sell: That is the Credit Card Question
April 19, 2016
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During the past ten years, credit union strategy has been mostly the attempt to extend existing businesses’ capabilities. This includes adding new markets, improving balance sheet products and developing new channel outlets such as shared branches or indirect auto lending. The result is a bigger credit union, but with the s
Corporates are Key: Investing at State Employees Credit Union (NC)
April 19, 2016
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Last Thursday and Friday, Callahan’s held its Quarterly Credit Union Trendwatch Call with Chip Filson leading a discussion on the latest topics in the credit union industry. Part of the discussion was centered on dealing with the recent large share inflows and managing a growing investment portfolio.
Four Key Success Factors Drive Membership Growth
Focus. Excite. Network. Over deliver. In 2005, these four themes drove two SEG-based credit unions to succeed in a slow growth environment.
Maine Credit Unions Cooperatively Advertise “There’s One for You” in 2005
Learn how Maine credit unions are using cooperative advertising to gain new members and increase services per household of existing members.
The Votes Are In: Lake Michigan Credit Union Remains a Credit Union
The $1.1 billion Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU) in Grand Rapids, MI, will remain a credit union after less than two-thirds of voting members cast ...
Membership Expanded by Reaching out to the Unbanked
Corporate America Family Credit Union ($550m) in Elgin, IL, began two programs to serve the unbanked. Learn how these programs helped attract new members and ...
Unique Visions Produce Extraordinary Results
Chip Filson examines credit unions that are performing phenomenally well in an environment that has many financial institutions struggling. The common factor in all ...
Online Progressive Auctions to Members Help Turn Repossessed Vehicles into New Auto Loans
Repossessions are a money loser, many credit unions say. Most credit unions have little positive to say about repossessed autos. The economy has taken its ...
Build a Plan, it’s Worth it
What plan did one CU follow that has 30% of their members, well above the national average, using eStatements? Can it help your ...
The Provider Dilemma: Choosing a Partner or Going it Alone
It's hard to believe that the E-statement industry is already over 3 years old. In that short period of time, the concept has evolved from ...
To Sell or Not to Sell: That is the Credit Card Question
During the past ten years, credit union strategy has been mostly the attempt to extend existing businesses’ capabilities. This includes adding new markets, improving balance ...
Corporates are Key: Investing at State Employees Credit Union (NC)
Last Thursday and Friday, Callahan's held its Quarterly Credit Union Trendwatch Call with Chip Filson leading a discussion on the latest topics in the credit ...
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