Employees from multiple departments work together to mitigate fraud, reduce response times, and improve member satisfaction at the Virginia cooperative.
A Q&A with committee leaders shows how the credit union’s cross-functional team integrates departments to enhance organizational support, share expertise, and disseminate information.
Jay Hall’s role at Fortera Federal Credit Union helps families properly settle accounts after a member has passed away.
Branching experts share the pros and cons behind ditching the traditional teller role in favor of a new staffing model.
Evolving technology and alternative staffing models offer greater flexibility and efficiencies, but the conventional service model remains a mainstay at many credit unions.
A three-year-old program at 3Rivers Federal Credit Union prepares team members to participate on local boards and committees.
An empowered staff that drives membership growth and community involvement that enhances local partnerships underpin peer-beating growth numbers at the Maine cooperative.
Leaders dish on their own approaches to leading with conscious intent.
A trio of credit union leaders share how tapping into professional networks fueled both professional growth and personal fulfillment.
Desert Financial and Affinity Plus have taken different paths for the same end goal: positioning emerging leaders for success.
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.
Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.
Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.
Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.
After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
How a novel 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.