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
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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.
Meet Engaged Elena, An Ideal Member At Solarity Credit Union
May 5, 2025
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A data-rich segmentation strategy and member personas have transformed everything from product design to branch operations at the Washington cooperative.
Purpose, Priorities, And The Power Of Letting Go
April 28, 2025
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How exiting non-core business lines has helped UFCU sharpen its edge in consumer banking and build a future-ready organization.
When It Comes To Wage Growth, Does It Finally Pay To Stay?
April 21, 2025
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For the first time in 15 years, salary growth for loyal employees outpaces those who leap from job to job.
A Look Inside Consumer Sentiment
April 14, 2025
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Recent drops in consumer sentiment indicators reveal a complex mix of financial pessimism, political influence, and generational divides.
Ready, Set, Grow: 5 Marketing Tips To Elevate Your Credit Union
April 14, 2025
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Cut through the noise and unlock growth with five bold tips to sharpen your targeting, master new channels, harness AI, and market like a pro.
How 1 CUSO’s Board Is Empowering Women In Fintech
April 14, 2025
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Strong female voices have the potential to make change. These women are championing mentorship, innovation, and collaboration to shape the future of their organizations.
Sweeping Tariffs Leave The Fed In An Unenviable Position
April 10, 2025
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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.
The Callahan Guide To The 2025 Final Four
April 4, 2025
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Bracket busted? Our predictions of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball championship could help you pick a winner.
How Mission And Momentum Have Revolutionized Great Lakes Credit Union
March 23, 2025
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Putting people first has transformed the Illinois-based cooperative into a local powerhouse that stands apart from the competition — and this is only the beginning.
A New Framework For Growth
March 23, 2025
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The first book from Callahan CEO Jon Jeffreys outlines how credit unions can grow and differentiate themselves by putting purpose at the center of their business strategy.
Meet Engaged Elena, An Ideal Member At Solarity Credit Union
A data-rich segmentation strategy and member personas have transformed everything from product design to branch operations at the Washington cooperative.
Purpose, Priorities, And The Power Of Letting Go
How exiting non-core business lines has helped UFCU sharpen its edge in consumer banking and build a future-ready organization.
When It Comes To Wage Growth, Does It Finally Pay To Stay?
For the first time in 15 years, salary growth for loyal employees outpaces those who leap from job to job.
A Look Inside Consumer Sentiment
Recent drops in consumer sentiment indicators reveal a complex mix of financial pessimism, political influence, and generational divides.
Ready, Set, Grow: 5 Marketing Tips To Elevate Your Credit Union
Cut through the noise and unlock growth with five bold tips to sharpen your targeting, master new channels, harness AI, and market like a pro.
How 1 CUSO’s Board Is Empowering Women In Fintech
Strong female voices have the potential to make change. These women are championing mentorship, innovation, and collaboration to shape the future of their organizations.
The Callahan Guide To The 2025 Final Four
Bracket busted? Our predictions of the 2025 NCAA Men’s Basketball championship could help you pick a winner.
How Mission And Momentum Have Revolutionized Great Lakes Credit Union
Putting people first has transformed the Illinois-based cooperative into a local powerhouse that stands apart from the competition — and this is only the beginning.
A New Framework For Growth
The first book from Callahan CEO Jon Jeffreys outlines how credit unions can grow and differentiate themselves by putting purpose at the center of their ...
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The Merchant Services Advantage For Credit Unions
Callahan & Associates
Payment capabilities increasingly shape how business owners evaluate their primary financial institution
Coffee And A Smile? Not Good Enough.
Aaron Passman
Coffee and a smile still matter — they’re just not enough. That’s why credit unions are redefining member experience across digital, data, and the entire organization.
6 Takes On Today’s Member Experience: Andre Vygnansk
Marc Rapport
The CXO of OUR Credit Union talks about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what matters most as the industry evolves.
Don’t Wait For Data. FirstLook Analysis Is Available Today.
Callahan & Associates
Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
6 Takes On Today’s Member Experience: Stacy Armijo
Marc Rapport
The CXO of Amplify Credit Union talks about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what matters most as the industry evolves.
6 Takes On Today’s Member Experience: Inna Sprague
Marc Rapport
The CXO of Teachers FCU talks about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what matters most as the industry evolves.
Closing The “Confidence Gap:” Using Segmentation To Deepen Member Loyalty
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions can’t deepen loyalty with a one-size-fits-all experience. Life-stage segmentation helps institutions build relevance, confidence, and trust.
6 Takes On Today’s Member Experience: Kim Riley
Marc Rapport
The CXO of Wright-Patt Credit Union talks about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what matters most as the industry evolves.
When Everyone Owns The Member Experience, No One Does
Marc Rapport
Shared ownership can quietly fracture a member journey. FORUM Credit Union leans on clear accountability to keep channels aligned.
6 Takes On Today’s Member Experience
Marc Rapport
Member experience leaders talk about what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and what matters most as the industry evolves.
Sweeping Tariffs Leave The Fed In An Unenviable Position