Community Financial Flips The Script On Junk Fees
The Michigan credit union has dropped punitive overdraft fees in favor of a checking account feature that helps members save money when their spending outstrips
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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 Strategic Advantage Of Residual-Based Financing
May 13, 2024
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Credit unions are facing unique challenges as economic pressures deter potential buyers who are struggling with affordability.
Markets Are Forced To Reprice Yet Again
May 6, 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.
All Things CDFI: Recertification, Grants and Greenhouse Gas Reduction Awards
May 6, 2024
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Watch CU Strategic Planning’s experts discuss: Recertification – what needs to be done NOW to retain your certification and how CU Strategic Planning can help you with 2023 and 2024 data. The new certification standards – how to work with them to benefit your credit union, and how the new reg impacts current CDFI awards. Greenhouse
Process Improvement Is Job No. 1 At Firefighters First
May 6, 2024
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Five specialists embedded across various departments spot opportunities to improve workflow and the member experience.
The Buzz Explained: How Credit Unions Are Set To Triple Deposits In 2024
April 29, 2024
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Hundreds of credit unions are changing their product roadmaps to increase deposit growth by using their community affinity and prioritizing digital experiences for millions of members that the younger generations demand. New, popular solutions allow credit unions to reach younger, more engaged members, empowering them to achieve financial wellness and make an impact in their community through everyday banking.
Low Battery? These Credit Unions Can Help.
April 22, 2024
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Rising electric vehicle usage has led some institutions to install electric vehicle charging stations at branches. The move could help both the planet and the bottom line.
3 Ways Credit Unions Can Compete With Banks Without Cutting Into Margins
April 22, 2024
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The playing field isn’t always even, but credit unions can attract new members, increase deposit volume, and remain viable without sacrificing ethics, standards, or community commitment.
NCUA’s 2024 Supervisory Priorities
April 19, 2024
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During this insightful session, Callahan’s industry analytics experts will break down three key focus areas for credit union leaders: liquidity, credit, and interest rate risk.
Fed Leaders Hope To Avoid Repeating The Mistakes Of The 1970s
April 9, 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.
For Good Governance, Make The Board Aware Of Liquidity Risk
March 25, 2024
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Credit unions are turning toward the Federal Reserve’s Bank Term Funding Program to mitigate liquidity pressure.
The Strategic Advantage Of Residual-Based Financing
Credit unions are facing unique challenges as economic pressures deter potential buyers who are struggling with affordability.
All Things CDFI: Recertification, Grants and Greenhouse Gas Reduction Awards
Watch CU Strategic Planning’s experts discuss: Recertification – what needs to be done NOW to retain your certification and how CU Strategic Planning can help you ...
Process Improvement Is Job No. 1 At Firefighters First
Five specialists embedded across various departments spot opportunities to improve workflow and the member experience.
The Buzz Explained: How Credit Unions Are Set To Triple Deposits In 2024
Hundreds of credit unions are changing their product roadmaps to increase deposit growth by using their community affinity and prioritizing digital experiences for millions of ...
Low Battery? These Credit Unions Can Help.
Rising electric vehicle usage has led some institutions to install electric vehicle charging stations at branches. The move could help both the planet and the ...
3 Ways Credit Unions Can Compete With Banks Without Cutting Into Margins
The playing field isn’t always even, but credit unions can attract new members, increase deposit volume, and remain viable without sacrificing ethics, standards, or community ...
NCUA’s 2024 Supervisory Priorities
During this insightful session, Callahan’s industry analytics experts will break down three key focus areas for credit union leaders: liquidity, credit, and interest rate risk.
Fed Leaders Hope To Avoid Repeating The Mistakes Of The 1970s
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
For Good Governance, Make The Board Aware Of Liquidity Risk
Credit unions are turning toward the Federal Reserve’s Bank Term Funding Program to mitigate liquidity pressure.
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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.
At Kirtland Credit Union, Project Management Isn’t Just A Task. It’s An Ethos.
Aaron Passman
Kirtland Credit Union’s five-tiered scoring system and rigorous approval process might look like red tape, but it’s streamlining resource allocation and improving efficiency for credit union for growth.
Financial Wellbeing Is About More Than Vulnerability
Chris Howard
Half of Americans feel financially secure, yet one in five is suffering. A consortium of credit unions is changing the narrative by focusing on emotional engagement and trust.
How To Build AI Strategy In Real Time (Part 1)
Marc Rapport
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
How To Build AI Strategy In Real Time (Part 2)
Marc Rapport
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
Credit Union Finance Leaders Saddle Up For 2026
Aaron Passman
After an anxious 2025, CFOs and observers across the industry are preparing for the year ahead — for better or for worse.
Changes Are Why You Need Today’s Nacha Rulebook
Callahan & Associates
Quality payments are a hallmark of the ACH Network. Follow the rules and do right by members.
Hurricane Knocked The Power Out? New Orleans Firemen’s FCU Is Ready.
Aaron Passman
The next big storm in the Gulf isn’t an “if,” it’s a “when,” but the small Gulf-area credit union has a plan to help the community get back on its feet when the time comes.
6 Lessons For Credit Unions From Craft Breweries
Alix Patterson
Craft breweries demonstrate how commitment to value, operational agility, and community focus can ignite growth and drive property.
Markets Are Forced To Reprice Yet Again