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.
5 Ratios Every CLO Should Know
April 27, 2015
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Lending officers are under constant pressure to produce loans. These five benchmarks give CLOs a place to start when managing lending activities and communicating about the health and growth of the credit union.
3 Ratios Every COO Must Know
April 27, 2015
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The combination of many ratios offers a complete picture of a credit union’s operational performance. These three will help COOs communicate successes and opportunities in meeting overall goals.
5 Ratios Every CEO Must Know
April 27, 2015
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Jack-of-all-trades, master of none. These benchmarks help CEOs lead their entire organization — from finance to marketing and everything in between.
Credit Unions Creating The Next Economy
April 23, 2015
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As America continues to transform itself economically, credit unions are becoming more involved in their communities.
Back To German Watch?
April 23, 2015
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The NASDAQ teeters on the precipice of breaking even after 15 years, and the German 10-year yield sneaks a surprise attack on the bond market.
RBC2: You Might Not Like What Comes Next
April 23, 2015
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Legal battle and years of uncertainty could follow a final rule like this.
RBC2: First, Do No Harm
April 20, 2015
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This “fundamentally flawed” policy actually creates a capital problem.
Employment And Salary Trends In The U.S. Financial Services Industry
April 20, 2015
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Credit unions demonstrate a commitment to add numbers to their employee rosters and dollars to their employee salaries.
Is RBC2 The NCUA’s Duty?
April 19, 2015
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Rick Metsger says the NCUA has a duty to protect the insurance fund against “material risks.”
RBC2: NCUA Doesn’t Know What The Future Holds (And Neither Do I)
April 17, 2015
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Like generals, regulators are always fighting the last war.
5 Ratios Every CLO Should Know
Lending officers are under constant pressure to produce loans. These five benchmarks give CLOs a place to start when managing lending activities and communicating about ...
3 Ratios Every COO Must Know
The combination of many ratios offers a complete picture of a credit union’s operational performance. These three will help COOs communicate successes and opportunities in ...
5 Ratios Every CEO Must Know
Jack-of-all-trades, master of none. These benchmarks help CEOs lead their entire organization — from finance to marketing and everything in between.
Credit Unions Creating The Next Economy
As America continues to transform itself economically, credit unions are becoming more involved in their communities.
RBC2: You Might Not Like What Comes Next
Legal battle and years of uncertainty could follow a final rule like this.
RBC2: First, Do No Harm
This "fundamentally flawed" policy actually creates a capital problem.
Employment And Salary Trends In The U.S. Financial Services Industry
Credit unions demonstrate a commitment to add numbers to their employee rosters and dollars to their employee salaries.
Is RBC2 The NCUA’s Duty?
Rick Metsger says the NCUA has a duty to protect the insurance fund against "material risks."
RBC2: NCUA Doesn’t Know What The Future Holds (And Neither Do I)
Like generals, regulators are always fighting the last war.
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6 Credit Union Executive Priorities For 2026
Jay Johnson
Credit union leaders want to know where peers are placing their focus. These six priorities reflect how leadership teams are responding to change with intention and clarity.
What’s Next For Credit Union Earnings?
Omar Shalabi
As margin support begins to fade, earnings performance is becoming more sensitive to revenue mix and harder to interpret through public reporting alone.
The Great Wealth Transfer Is Also A Relationship Transfer
Savana Morie
Harvard FCU combines digital estate planning with human financial guidance to support positive, proactive wealth transfer across generations.
The Lending Lag Is Real, And Here’s What Smaller Credit Unions Can Do About It
Callahan & Associates
Discover how small to midsize credit unions can weather the economic headwinds hitting their communities right now.
Fresh Risks For Financial Markets
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
What’s In A Name: AVP Of Member Insights
Aaron Passman
At Service Credit Union, Dave Widener connects data, strategy, and culture to shape better outcomes for members.
At Cardinal Credit Union, Small Investments Offer Big Financial Lessons
Aaron Passman
The Ohio-based cooperative has partnered with a fintech to offer fractional investing as part of its financial education curriculum in local schools.
How Compensation Blind Spots Impact CEO Retention And Succession
Callahan & Associates
Seven questions credit union board members should ask to ensure alignment on executive benefit plan goals.
What Makes Good AI Policy? Start With Curiosity And Accountability.
Marc Rapport
As credit unions move from experimentation to adoption, leaders offer firsthand knowledge on what separates weak policies from strong ones that actually work.
Governance And Guardrails Help Credit Unions Navigate AI
Aaron Passman
How Members Cooperative focuses on structure, oversight, and clear expectations to ensure AI supports, not undermines, long term strategy.
Back To German Watch?