Trendwatch 4Q24
February 20, 2025
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Credit unions are adjusting to changing member needs, competitive pressures, and economic fluctuations.
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Need Fresh Ideas? Think Outside The Management Circle.
February 10, 2025
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To instill a culture of innovation, Canvas Credit Union makes it easier for front-line employees to present new ideas to executives.
Managing and Monitoring Profitability for Increased Value
January 29, 2025
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What Is This Webinar About? Profitability systems deployed at financial institutions, whether publicly or privately owned, are designed with one primary goal: maximize the profitability of every customer to maximize the return to the owner(s) and shareholders. However, profitability systems deployed at Credit Unions focus on creating earnings to sustain the institution in support of
Trendwatch Deep Dive 3Q24: Credit Unions vs. Banks
January 23, 2025
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A Trendwatch Deep Dive In the current economic climate, understanding how credit unions measure up against banks is valuable for strategic planning, as it enhances the unique advantages of credit unions in the competitive financial landscape. Join us for this exclusive Trendwatch Deep Dive where we’ll explore key performance indicators for institutions between $100M-$10B,
4 Ways To Build A Better Peer Group In 2025
January 1, 2025
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From geography to field of membership and more, here’s how to get a jump on performance benchmarking in the new year.
Best Of 2024: Fostering Financially Strong Credit Unions
December 23, 2024
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A look back at how credit unions navigated 2024’s financial complexities to strengthen their balance sheets and build a resilient foundation for the future.
Everything Is More Expensive For Everyone
December 15, 2024
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With the Fed poised to continue cutting interest rates, the near-term outlook for the credit union earnings model is much more promising.
Asset Quality Is Worsening. Is There Light On The Horizon?
December 15, 2024
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Higher interest rates have forced members to pick and choose which debts to repay and which to postpone, which doesn’t fare well for revolving products.
CDFI Certification Powers Up Community Impact In Florida And Beyond
December 9, 2024
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As the nation’s largest community development credit union, Suncoast is a force for development, collaboration, and innovation.
Forging A Bright Future: CEO Strategies To Drive Credit Union Success
December 2, 2024
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A Jack Henry study reveals the industry’s top priorities for the next two years.
Trendwatch 4Q24
Credit unions are adjusting to changing member needs, competitive pressures, and economic fluctuations.
Need Fresh Ideas? Think Outside The Management Circle.
To instill a culture of innovation, Canvas Credit Union makes it easier for front-line employees to present new ideas to executives.
Managing and Monitoring Profitability for Increased Value
What Is This Webinar About? Profitability systems deployed at financial institutions, whether publicly or privately owned, are designed with one primary goal: maximize the profitability ...
Trendwatch Deep Dive 3Q24: Credit Unions vs. Banks
A Trendwatch Deep Dive In the current economic climate, understanding how credit unions measure up against banks is valuable for strategic planning, as it ...
4 Ways To Build A Better Peer Group In 2025
From geography to field of membership and more, here’s how to get a jump on performance benchmarking in the new year.
Best Of 2024: Fostering Financially Strong Credit Unions
A look back at how credit unions navigated 2024’s financial complexities to strengthen their balance sheets and build a resilient foundation for the future.
Everything Is More Expensive For Everyone
With the Fed poised to continue cutting interest rates, the near-term outlook for the credit union earnings model is much more promising.
Asset Quality Is Worsening. Is There Light On The Horizon?
Higher interest rates have forced members to pick and choose which debts to repay and which to postpone, which doesn't fare well for revolving products.
CDFI Certification Powers Up Community Impact In Florida And Beyond
As the nation’s largest community development credit union, Suncoast is a force for development, collaboration, and innovation.
Forging A Bright Future: CEO Strategies To Drive Credit Union Success
A Jack Henry study reveals the industry’s top priorities for the next two years.
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Don’t Wait For Data. FirstLook Analysis Is Available Today.
Callahan & Associates
Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
The New Retirement Reality Reveals Startling Facts
Tony Waltrich
A 2025 BlackRock survey presents a snapshot of retirement readiness and shows Americans are saving, struggling, and still working.
Smart Marketing Speaks To A Select Employee Group
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At Publix Employees FCU, marketing plays a pivotal role in select employee group engagement.
Board Term Limits Drive Mature Decisions At Everwise Credit Union
Jason Osterhage
CEO Jason M. Osterhage shares what happened when his organization adopted board term limits and reckoned with the downstream implications.
A Shariah-Compliant Path To Homeownership
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A Maine credit union partners with a national provider of Islamic home financing to serve Muslim-Americans seeking homeownership
7 Lessons In Leadership Straight From Today’s Credit Unions
Rebecca Wessler
Practical insights from leaders redefining success in strategy, governance, and growth.
Strategy Today For Success In 2030
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit union strategy leaders are embracing uncertainty, rethinking relevance, and getting cozy with discomfort as they plan for 2030 and beyond.
CEO Onboarding: Jeff Carpenter, WEOKIE FCU
Savana Morie
This installment of “CEO Onboarding” touches base with an industry veteran to discuss starting out young in the credit union movement and being present for members’ milestone moments.
A Strong Month For Credit-Risky Assets. Higher Levels Of Anxiety In Manufacturing
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Bingo, Bragging Rights, And Balance Checks Build Contact Center Engagement
Marc Rapport
Two cooperatives share how they elevate employee engagement in a high-pressure, high-stakes contact center setting.