Rebrand And Make The Credit Union Relevant To The Members And Communities
The need for member connection is vital, so any changes should complement the credit union’s brand and mission.
The need for member connection is vital, so any changes should complement the credit union’s brand and mission.
A rebranding effort has to be driven by values, so find out what similarities make the credit unions stand out in their communities.
It took seven years for Eli Lilly Federal Credit Union to fully become Elements Financial Federal Credit Union. But its patience has paid off.
A rebranding initiative is a significant undertaking for a credit union. This week, CreditUnions.com profiles several credit unions that have made the change work for them.
How a CEO change gave St. Cloud Federal Credit Union license to make a meaningful change.
An outdated brand detracts from your bottom line. Here are four questions you should ask to determine whether your credit union needs a brand update.
What General Electrics newest ads can teach credit unions about employee recruitment.
My plastic is now from a big bank, and that might matter to credit unions.
Brookings report details “selective” debt crisis; outlines impact of non-traditional borrowers and for-profit colleges.
A key to success with a credit card program is a strong cardmember lifecycle marketing strategy.

How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.

The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.

How a unique role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.

Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.

RKL offers insight, expertise, and experience to help fight off growing threats.

Members are anxious about their financial futures, even as credit unions remain financially strong. Institutions that respond to this moment can make 2026 a turning point.

Global events are flowing directly into household budgets, reshaping how credit union members save, borrow, and cope. Such trends don’t always show up in headline data.

Credit unions are benefiting from a rare margin advantage as loans reprice slower than deposits. The question now is how institutions will use that strength to better serve members.

Membership growth is slowing, but financial activity is not. What does the modern financial relationship look like?

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?