Community Financial Flips The Script On Junk Fees
The Michigan credit union has dropped punitive overdraft fees in favor of a checking account feature that helps members save money when their spending outstrips
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The Rise Of The Chief Growth Officer
Credit unions are tapping versatile leaders from diverse backgrounds to take advantage of fresh insights and achieve strategic goals.
7 Liquidity Trends From The First Quarter
Liquidity has been front of mind for credit union leaders in recent quarters as loan and share growth battle it out on the balance sheet.
Member Business Lending Grows In Third Quarter
November 15, 2016
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The industry sets new records as the portfolio tops $58 billion. The top 10 list spans the nation.
Leaders In Efficiency For Third Quarter 2016
November 14, 2016
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Credit unions posted a slight improvement in the efficiency ratio versus one year ago. Check out this leader table to see which credit unions beat the industry average.
For The Bond Market, It’s Been A Good Run
November 10, 2016
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The lack of liquidity in the bond market has been an ongoing problem, and now the dam seems to be breaking.
Wright-Patt By The Numbers
November 8, 2016
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This Midwestern credit union’s performance highlights the power of the cooperative model.
GTE By The Numbers
November 7, 2016
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The team at GTE FCU managed the credit union through home prices declines and high unemployment.
U.S. Mortgages: Credit Unions Vs. Banks
November 7, 2016
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What does new Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data say about credit union performance?
It’s Time To Take Our Own Advice
November 7, 2016
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New DOL Fiduciary Rule is an opportunity to assess credit unions’ long-term goals for their investment advisors.
CUbroadcast Highlights Credit Union Growth By Region
November 4, 2016
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In episode No. 658, Callahan Industry Analyst Liz Furman digs deep into national and regional data and debunks the myth that credit union membership and asset growth is strictly due to mergers.
Election Nerves Leading Traders To Dream Big
November 3, 2016
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Traders are doing little besides watching the newswires for election news.
Earnings Surprises And Worries For Traders
October 27, 2016
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Once the dust settles, why U.S. traders will go back to watching the German market.
Member Business Lending Grows In Third Quarter
The industry sets new records as the portfolio tops $58 billion. The top 10 list spans the nation.
Leaders In Efficiency For Third Quarter 2016
Credit unions posted a slight improvement in the efficiency ratio versus one year ago. Check out this leader table to see which credit unions beat ...
Wright-Patt By The Numbers
This Midwestern credit union’s performance highlights the power of the cooperative model.
GTE By The Numbers
The team at GTE FCU managed the credit union through home prices declines and high unemployment.
U.S. Mortgages: Credit Unions Vs. Banks
What does new Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data say about credit union performance?
It’s Time To Take Our Own Advice
New DOL Fiduciary Rule is an opportunity to assess credit unions’ long-term goals for their investment advisors.
CUbroadcast Highlights Credit Union Growth By Region
In episode No. 658, Callahan Industry Analyst Liz Furman digs deep into national and regional data and debunks the myth that credit union membership and ...
Election Nerves Leading Traders To Dream Big
Traders are doing little besides watching the newswires for election news.
Earnings Surprises And Worries For Traders
Once the dust settles, why U.S. traders will go back to watching the German market.
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How A Florida Credit Union Rebuilt Retention After The Great Resignation
Marc Rapport
Longer onboarding, focus groups, and peer leadership help Community First retain strong employees year after year.
What’s In A Name: Chief Efficiency Officer
Savana Morie
Kelli Wisner-Frank serves as the linchpin between finance and innovation at Community Choice Credit Union, aligning automation, smarter processes, and cost discipline to turn front-line fixes into bottom-line wins.
How SWBC’s Contact Center Solutions Help Financial Institutions Stay Connected
Callahan & Associates
Delivering human-centered service in a digital world is no longer a luxury for credit union contact centers — it’s a necessity.
Amanda Garabedian On Leadership
Savana Morie
The CEO of Adventure Credit Union shares tips to maintain credibility amid rapid executive turnover and organizational change.
FedChoice Is Ready For The Next Government Shutdown – Whenever It Comes
Aaron Passman
A cross-functional team comprising nearly 20% of staff helped the Maryland-based credit union manage the crisis while staying focused on helping members.
Financial Nihilism Is Real, But How Can Credit Unions Respond?
Andrew Lepczyk
When money stops making sense, people suffer a crisis of financial confidence. Now’s the time to reconnect with members to help them establish long-term stability.
Exit Interview: Cheryl Sio, MembersAlliance Credit Union
Marc Rapport
From the teller line to the corner office, CEO Cheryl Sio’s story spans five decades of industry transformation and enduring leadership lessons.
What Was Once A Safe Corner Of Credit Union Portfolios Is Now A Source Of Pain
Callahan & Associates
Structured protection strategies provide potentially higher long-term total returns than bonds while muting the volatility and downside risk traditionally associated with equities.
Jim Morrell On Leadership
Aaron Passman
The CEO of Peninsula Community Federal Credit Union highlights how active listening and lessons from the basket ball court shape a culture of inclusive banking that serves members and employees.
2026 Begins With Market Sentiment Similar To 2025
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
For The Bond Market, It’s Been A Good Run