Exit Interview: Dave Roughton, SAFE Credit Union
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From the coin vault to the corner office, Dave Roughton looks back on a career and to the future of an industry with impact in mind.
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Tiny Houses Are Helping Redwood Credit Union Address A Big Problem
February 6, 2023
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The California-based cooperative is writing loans for small properties to help combat the affordable-housing crisis.
A Big Day Of Giving For Golden 1 Credit Union
November 28, 2022
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Along with GivingTuesday, the California cooperative takes part in an annual Sacramento-based event that supports local nonprofits.
Impact Strategies From November 2022
November 28, 2022
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A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
6 Roles That Make The Most Of Member Experience
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Retail banks and credit unions were among the first industries to focus on customer experience. These roles demonstrate how any cooperative can improve upon theirs.
California Cooperatives Both Get A Win From Shared-Branch Arrangement
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A pair of Sacramento-area credit unions have embarked on a relatively unique partnership, sharing a single facility to serve their respective memberships.
It’s Time To Join The Robot Revolution
October 31, 2022
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AI, chat bots, autonomous programs, and more are improving member service and back-office efficiency.
Wescom Gains International Reach With A New UCLA Partnership
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A relationship with the university’s Dashew Center will help the California credit union reach incoming international students, some of whom have already joined the cooperative.
Impact Strategies From October 2022
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A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
The Power Behind A ‘Strong’ Rebrand
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A charter change and FOM expansion prompted Kern Schools FCU to rebrand as Valley Strong, but it’s a new growth mindset that has turned the cooperative into a financial force.
Exit Interview: Dave Roughton, SAFE Credit Union
From the coin vault to the corner office, Dave Roughton looks back on a career and to the future of an industry with impact in ...
Tiny Houses Are Helping Redwood Credit Union Address A Big Problem
The California-based cooperative is writing loans for small properties to help combat the affordable-housing crisis.
A Big Day Of Giving For Golden 1 Credit Union
Along with GivingTuesday, the California cooperative takes part in an annual Sacramento-based event that supports local nonprofits.
Impact Strategies From November 2022
A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
6 Roles That Make The Most Of Member Experience
Retail banks and credit unions were among the first industries to focus on customer experience. These roles demonstrate how any cooperative can improve upon theirs. ...
California Cooperatives Both Get A Win From Shared-Branch Arrangement
A pair of Sacramento-area credit unions have embarked on a relatively unique partnership, sharing a single facility to serve their respective memberships.
It’s Time To Join The Robot Revolution
AI, chat bots, autonomous programs, and more are improving member service and back-office efficiency.
Wescom Gains International Reach With A New UCLA Partnership
A relationship with the university’s Dashew Center will help the California credit union reach incoming international students, some of whom have already joined the cooperative.
Impact Strategies From October 2022
A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
The Power Behind A ‘Strong’ Rebrand
A charter change and FOM expansion prompted Kern Schools FCU to rebrand as Valley Strong, but it’s a new growth mindset that has turned the ...
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