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
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Credit Unions Are Poised For Resilience Despite Challenges
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Credit union revenue surged amid rising interest rates but is now facing headwinds as loan growth slows, expenses climb, and asset quality weakens — making strategic financial management crucial for sustaining future earnings.
Follow The Data
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Best practices to encourage employee adoption and overcome change management challenges when implementing new technology across the institution.
Tariff Uncertainty Weakens Business And Consumer Sentiment
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Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact your credit union’s investment portfolio.
How to Harness AI to Drive Efficiency and Member Satisfaction
March 7, 2025
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In this webinar, you’ll learn how to use these tools to eliminate inefficiencies and accelerate key processes, while strengthening member relationships.
Chaos, Taxation, And More: Takeaways From Day 1 Of GAC 2025
March 4, 2025
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The first full day of the Governmental Affairs Conference included a frank assessment of threats to the credit union tax status, news about the future of the NCUA, and more.
Meet The Finalists For The 2025 Innovation Series: Analytics
March 4, 2025
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This year’s finalists help credit unions do more with data to grow their business and increase efficiency.
Uncertainty Grows For Credit Unions Tied To Government Employees
March 3, 2025
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A substantial portion of the industry is built around serving federal government employees. With federal jobs potentially in jeopardy, credit unions are preparing diverse responses.
A Peek Behind The Analytics Engine At Lake Trust Credit Union
March 3, 2025
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The Michigan cooperative is turning data-driven decision-making into the standard operating procedure.
3 Questions About Analytics Posed To The Pros Who Practice It
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Experts from across the industry discuss their biggest analytics wins, lessons learned, and strategies for smarter data use.
Innovation Series: Financial Wellness
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Learn from 2025’s top innovators in financial wellness, including Changed, Starlight, Silvur and Debbie.
Credit Unions Are Poised For Resilience Despite Challenges
Credit union revenue surged amid rising interest rates but is now facing headwinds as loan growth slows, expenses climb, and asset quality weakens — making ...
Follow The Data
Best practices to encourage employee adoption and overcome change management challenges when implementing new technology across the institution.
How to Harness AI to Drive Efficiency and Member Satisfaction
In this webinar, you’ll learn how to use these tools to eliminate inefficiencies and accelerate key processes, while strengthening member relationships.
Chaos, Taxation, And More: Takeaways From Day 1 Of GAC 2025
The first full day of the Governmental Affairs Conference included a frank assessment of threats to the credit union tax status, news about the future ...
Meet The Finalists For The 2025 Innovation Series: Analytics
This year's finalists help credit unions do more with data to grow their business and increase efficiency.
Uncertainty Grows For Credit Unions Tied To Government Employees
A substantial portion of the industry is built around serving federal government employees. With federal jobs potentially in jeopardy, credit unions are preparing diverse responses.
A Peek Behind The Analytics Engine At Lake Trust Credit Union
The Michigan cooperative is turning data-driven decision-making into the standard operating procedure.
3 Questions About Analytics Posed To The Pros Who Practice It
Experts from across the industry discuss their biggest analytics wins, lessons learned, and strategies for smarter data use.
Innovation Series: Financial Wellness
Learn from 2025's top innovators in financial wellness, including Changed, Starlight, Silvur and Debbie.
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3 Popular Case Studies From 2024: Where Are They Now?
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CreditUnions.com revisits three credit unions to learn how their strategies have evolved since their original spotlight and see what’s in store for the future.
5 Lessons About Ground-Level Intelligence From A Rooftop Farm
Alix Patterson
A national leader in urban agriculture shows how front-line insights drive real local impact — and why credit union branches are perfectly positioned to do the same.
At Kirtland Credit Union, Project Management Isn’t Just A Task. It’s An Ethos.
Aaron Passman
Kirtland Credit Union’s five-tiered scoring system and rigorous approval process might look like red tape, but it’s streamlining resource allocation and improving efficiency for credit union for growth.
Financial Wellbeing Is About More Than Vulnerability
Chris Howard
Half of Americans feel financially secure, yet one in five is suffering. A consortium of credit unions is changing the narrative by focusing on emotional engagement and trust.
How To Build AI Strategy In Real Time (Part 1)
Marc Rapport
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
How To Build AI Strategy In Real Time (Part 2)
Marc Rapport
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
Credit Union Finance Leaders Saddle Up For 2026
Aaron Passman
After an anxious 2025, CFOs and observers across the industry are preparing for the year ahead — for better or for worse.
Changes Are Why You Need Today’s Nacha Rulebook
Callahan & Associates
Quality payments are a hallmark of the ACH Network. Follow the rules and do right by members.
Hurricane Knocked The Power Out? New Orleans Firemen’s FCU Is Ready.
Aaron Passman
The next big storm in the Gulf isn’t an “if,” it’s a “when,” but the small Gulf-area credit union has a plan to help the community get back on its feet when the time comes.
6 Lessons For Credit Unions From Craft Breweries
Alix Patterson
Craft breweries demonstrate how commitment to value, operational agility, and community focus can ignite growth and drive property.
Tariff Uncertainty Weakens Business And Consumer Sentiment