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The Rise Of The Chief Growth Officer
Credit unions are tapping versatile leaders from diverse backgrounds to take advantage of fresh insights and achieve strategic goals.
7 Liquidity Trends From The First Quarter
Liquidity has been front of mind for credit union leaders in recent quarters as loan and share growth battle it out on the balance sheet.
The Rise Of The Chief Growth Officer
June 17, 2024
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Credit unions are tapping versatile leaders from diverse backgrounds to take advantage of fresh insights and achieve strategic goals.
Evergreen? Always Growing.
June 17, 2024
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An empowered staff that drives membership growth and community involvement that enhances local partnerships underpin peer-beating growth numbers at the Maine cooperative.
Can Consumer Spending Save The Day?
June 10, 2024
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Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
How Are Credit Unions Holding Up As ROA Dips Down?
June 10, 2024
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Rising expenses and inefficiencies are contributing to declining returns for the industry.
Originations Slide As Lenders Tighten Underwriting
June 10, 2024
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The Federal Reserve is projected to cut rates several times in 2024; however, soaring prices and dwindling savings still leave Americans with little incentive to make a big purchase.
7 Liquidity Trends From The First Quarter
June 10, 2024
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Liquidity has been front of mind for credit union leaders in recent quarters as loan and share growth battle it out on the balance sheet.
3 Asset Quality Metrics That Matter
June 10, 2024
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With interest rates up and economic growth tepid, credit union leaders are tracking key performance ratios in their loan portfolios.
Strategies To Enhance Mortgage Efficiency Without Cutting Jobs
June 3, 2024
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Credit unions are shuffling staff and reimagining operations to make up for a slowdown in home lending.
1Q24 Trendwatch
May 14, 2024
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Join us for an insightful discussion on the latest trends impacting credit unions in 2024. Hosted by Jay Johnson, Chief Collaboration Officer, and Will Hunt, Director of Industry Analytics at Callahan & Associates. This webinar will explore key economic developments, credit union performance highlights, and innovative strategies to navigate slow growth while uncovering new opportunities.
How MSUFCU Integrates Teams For Seamless Change Management
May 13, 2024
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The Michigan cooperative is focusing on people as much as process to prepare employees for new products, policies, and more.
The Rise Of The Chief Growth Officer
Credit unions are tapping versatile leaders from diverse backgrounds to take advantage of fresh insights and achieve strategic goals.
Evergreen? Always Growing.
An empowered staff that drives membership growth and community involvement that enhances local partnerships underpin peer-beating growth numbers at the Maine cooperative.
How Are Credit Unions Holding Up As ROA Dips Down?
Rising expenses and inefficiencies are contributing to declining returns for the industry.
Originations Slide As Lenders Tighten Underwriting
The Federal Reserve is projected to cut rates several times in 2024; however, soaring prices and dwindling savings still leave Americans with little incentive to ...
7 Liquidity Trends From The First Quarter
Liquidity has been front of mind for credit union leaders in recent quarters as loan and share growth battle it out on the balance sheet.
3 Asset Quality Metrics That Matter
With interest rates up and economic growth tepid, credit union leaders are tracking key performance ratios in their loan portfolios.
Strategies To Enhance Mortgage Efficiency Without Cutting Jobs
Credit unions are shuffling staff and reimagining operations to make up for a slowdown in home lending.
1Q24 Trendwatch
Join us for an insightful discussion on the latest trends impacting credit unions in 2024. Hosted by Jay Johnson, Chief Collaboration Officer, and Will Hunt, ...
How MSUFCU Integrates Teams For Seamless Change Management
The Michigan cooperative is focusing on people as much as process to prepare employees for new products, policies, and more.
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FedChoice Is Ready For The Next Government Shutdown – Whenever It Comes
Aaron Passman
A cross-functional team comprising nearly 20% of staff helped the Maryland-based credit union manage the crisis while staying focused on helping members.
How AI Is Shaping HR For The Next Era
Marc Rapport
Four executives share how they are skilling up and soothing nerves as they navigate the AI revolution in real time.
Now’s The Time For Credit Union Succession Planning
Aaron Passman
The future of leadership starts now. This week, CreditUnions.com is diving into the strategies shaping tomorrow’s talent: from a bold overhaul of succession planning to how credit unions are tackling the AI skills gap.
Is Your Credit Union Making Time For Leadership Development?
Andrew Lepczyk
Assessing skills gaps among leaders and providing time to complete training are major hurdles today, but strong leadership development strategies are essential in building a future-ready credit union.
Aligning Recruitment Efforts With Boardroom Value
Jennie Boden
A report from Quantum Governance reveals a gap between board recruitment priorities and the most valuable skills in governance.
Preparing For 2026: Why The NCUA’s New Succession Planning Rule Elevates The Strategic Role Of Credit Union Boards
Jennie Boden
Fair, transparent succession helps credit unions strengthen board effectiveness, align leadership with strategy, and safeguard member value.
How Patelco Credit Union Simplified Succession Planning
Aaron Passman
The California cooperative moves beyond the 9-box to identify skills, gaps, and opportunities to prepare leaders for what’s next.
Planning For The Future: Ensuring Strong Boards And Leaders Through Succession Planning
Callahan & Associates
The right tools and consistent approach make succession planning simpler for credit union leaders and board members.
3 Popular Case Studies From 2024: Where Are They Now?
Savana Morie
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.
Can Consumer Spending Save The Day?