What’s In A Name: Chief Efficiency Officer
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
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6 Lessons For Credit Unions From Craft Breweries
Craft breweries demonstrate how commitment to value, operational agility, and community focus can ignite growth and drive property.
The K-Shaped Recovery And An Economy Divided
Inflation, debt, and income inequality are fueling a K-shaped, post-pandemic recovery, widening the gap between different economic segments and challenging lower-income households.
4 Benchmarks For All Credit Union Leaders
June 13, 2016
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Lending and asset growth have been capturing industry headlines, but tight margins from sustained low interest rates and slowly rising operating expenses make some other benchmarks worth watching.
Measure Twice, Cut Once
June 13, 2016
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This week, CreditUnions.com focuses on the different metrics credit unions can use to measure and benchmark performance, whether looking to manage risk or guide loan growth.
Two Bears Are Growling
June 9, 2016
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Mario Drahi and George Soros are dinging stocks and giving bond traders a reason to dip below a key level.
How The West Was Won
June 3, 2016
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Regional credit union data shows cooperatives in the western states posted impressive growth during first quarter.
The House That Credit Unions Built
June 1, 2016
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Real estate originations and balances climbed in the first quarter of 2016, showing the credit union industry is well positioned to serve the housing needs of members.
Oil Patch Problems Make A Graphic Show
May 30, 2016
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Low oil prices can seem great at the pump, but some states are feeling the pinch.
Build A Team Of High-Producing Performers
May 23, 2016
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Purdue’s PFED Producers originated millions of dollars to SEG members in 2015 and tells how other credit unions can, too.
A Rate Hike By The Fed Is Not A Done Deal
May 19, 2016
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Despite the strong suggestion by the Fed that it will increase rates in June, two events could cause it to hit the pause button.
How SEG Values Can Lead To Increased Deposits
May 18, 2016
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Amid an industry trend of strong share growth, one credit unions community partnership helps it stand out.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2016
May 18, 2016
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Credit unions again set new marks in major measurements of industry strength, and Callahan’s Trendwatch webinar has the details.
4 Benchmarks For All Credit Union Leaders
Lending and asset growth have been capturing industry headlines, but tight margins from sustained low interest rates and slowly rising operating expenses make some other ...
Measure Twice, Cut Once
This week, CreditUnions.com focuses on the different metrics credit unions can use to measure and benchmark performance, whether looking to manage risk or guide loan ...
How The West Was Won
Regional credit union data shows cooperatives in the western states posted impressive growth during first quarter.
The House That Credit Unions Built
Real estate originations and balances climbed in the first quarter of 2016, showing the credit union industry is well positioned to serve the housing needs ...
Oil Patch Problems Make A Graphic Show
Low oil prices can seem great at the pump, but some states are feeling the pinch.
Build A Team Of High-Producing Performers
Purdue’s PFED Producers originated millions of dollars to SEG members in 2015 and tells how other credit unions can, too.
A Rate Hike By The Fed Is Not A Done Deal
Despite the strong suggestion by the Fed that it will increase rates in June, two events could cause it to hit the pause button.
How SEG Values Can Lead To Increased Deposits
Amid an industry trend of strong share growth, one credit unions community partnership helps it stand out.
3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2016
Credit unions again set new marks in major measurements of industry strength, and Callahan's Trendwatch webinar has the details.
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A Rewards Program That Relies On Relationships, Not Usage
Savana Morie
Nuvision’s Added Advantage program tracks member engagement across the credit union, then rewards relationships through better pricing and other perks.
Innovations Financial Bets Big On Small Business Lending
Aaron Passman
CDFI grant funding helps the Florida cooperative offer microloans for small businesses after many banks pulled out of its market.
How Marine Credit Union Shifted Its Foundation From Siloed To Symbiotic
Savana Morie
By aligning governance, leadership, and day to day operations, Marine Credit Union transformed its foundation from a parallel operation into a visible extension of the credit union brand.
How Today’s Market Is Stress-Testing Credit Union And Bank Earnings Models
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit union and bank earnings reflect different business objectives. Those differences matter for how financial institutions serve their markets.
The Case For Marketing That Doesn’t Lead With The Credit Union
Savana Morie
Whitefish Credit Union barely mentions itself in its member stories. Instead, its high-quality video storytelling spotlights people, businesses, and communities, building trust, advocacy, and impact that don’t always show up in traditional ROI metrics.
Exit Interview: Deb Vollmer
Aaron Passman
The retired Langley FCU executive looks back on a career shaped by industry change, evolving leadership responsibility, and a constant focus on serving members first.
How Affinity FCU Became A Financial First Responder
Callahan & Associates
The New Jersey-New York metro credit union shares how a wellbeing-led strategy ensures members know where to turn first when life gets difficult.
Running With Scissors: The Bold Side Of Personalization
Callahan & Associates
To become skilled at personalization, credit unions must stop making assumptions about what resonates with members and start leveraging data to be sure.
A Short Guide To Compliance With The New Succession Planning Rule
Jennie Boden
Check all the right boxes while tying your credit union compliance efforts to strategy.
Industry Intelligence For Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
Looking for quarterly data coverage, expert analysis, lessons from leading credit unions, and more? Callahan has it covered. Comparing top-level performance and digging into the details has never been easier.
Two Bears Are Growling