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.
No One-Size-Fits-All Approach To Balance Sheet Management
February 1, 2016
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This week, CreditUnions.com features five articles showcasing strategies different credit unions use to manage balance sheets and better serve members.
How To Buy A Participation Loan
February 1, 2016
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Kevin Kesecker, vice president and chief lending officer for SECU of Maryland, offers advice on how to review packaged loans to make sure they are attractive — and worthwhile — to the credit union.
Credit Unions Fund More Loans, Still Hold $350 Billion In Investments
February 1, 2016
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Loan growth drives down balances while industry assets overall remain steady.
Know Before You Grow
January 28, 2016
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A Colorado credit union’s popular CD special drew in $80 million as well as rate chasers looking for a good deal during bad times.
The Fed – It’s Just Like Us
January 28, 2016
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Amid volatile movement in the stock market, the Federal Reserve is simply watching the world go by.
The King Is Dead. Long Live The King.
January 21, 2016
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New technology has displaced oils major role in the global economy.
It’s Work Hard, Play Hard. Not Work Hard, Pay Hard.
January 20, 2016
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Listerhill Credit Union makes its home in a place where rock ‘n’ roll and hard work coexist.
Callahan’s 2015 Executive Outlook Survey
January 19, 2016
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Does the future look bright for U.S. credit unions? Industry leaders weigh in on where they see opportunities and challenges.
China Cracks Again
January 7, 2016
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A drop in the Chinese currency sparks a new wave of selling.
Equity Investment Is A Big Idea For 2016
January 4, 2016
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Crowdfunding provides opportunities for credit unions, small businesses, investors, and local communities.
No One-Size-Fits-All Approach To Balance Sheet Management
This week, CreditUnions.com features five articles showcasing strategies different credit unions use to manage balance sheets and better serve members.
How To Buy A Participation Loan
Kevin Kesecker, vice president and chief lending officer for SECU of Maryland, offers advice on how to review packaged loans to make sure they are ...
Credit Unions Fund More Loans, Still Hold $350 Billion In Investments
Loan growth drives down balances while industry assets overall remain steady.
Know Before You Grow
A Colorado credit union’s popular CD special drew in $80 million as well as rate chasers looking for a good deal during bad times.
The King Is Dead. Long Live The King.
New technology has displaced oils major role in the global economy.
It’s Work Hard, Play Hard. Not Work Hard, Pay Hard.
Listerhill Credit Union makes its home in a place where rock ‘n’ roll and hard work coexist.
Callahan’s 2015 Executive Outlook Survey
Does the future look bright for U.S. credit unions? Industry leaders weigh in on where they see opportunities and challenges.
China Cracks Again
A drop in the Chinese currency sparks a new wave of selling.
Equity Investment Is A Big Idea For 2016
Crowdfunding provides opportunities for credit unions, small businesses, investors, and local communities.
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AI Adoption Is Growing. Are Credit Unions Keeping Pace?
Andrew Lepczyk
New data from Gallup shows half of all employees who work for companies that pay for AI tools use them. Credit unions are building their own momentum.
A Credit Union Bond Beyond Bloodlines
Aaron Passman
For Mike and Dave Valentine, the family business just happens to be credit unions. The father-son duo talk leadership styles, cooperative values, and the lessons they’ve learned from each other along the way.
Connection And Caring Matter As Much As Knowledge And Resources
Chris Howard
People who are truly financially thriving have both means and a sense of security that comes from confidence about the future. Building that kind of emotional engagement requires a deliberate design of everyday interactions.
Markets Flip From Pricing Cuts To 50% Chance Of Hikes
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Keep The Mortgage. Ditch The Fees.
Savana Morie
A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.
Home Is Where The Heart (And More) Is
Aaron Passman
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.
3 Ways To Market For HELOC Success
Aaron Passman
Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.
Small House, Big Opportunity: 2 Takes On Manufactured Home Loans
Aaron Passman
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.
Mortgage Lending Is Back, But It Looks Different
Tony Waltrich
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.
MSUFCU Turns A Break In Payments Into A Member Experience Moment
Aaron Passman
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
The Fed – It’s Just Like Us