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.
4 Pillars For 2024
January 22, 2024
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Callahan is helping leaders make the most of their time with stories meant to inspire creative, different thinking.
Jimmy Lovelace On Leadership
January 15, 2024
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The chief experience officer helps Community First realize the benefits of humanizing the sales and service processes.
The Economy Greatly Outperforms Expectations, Markets Prepare For A Pivot
January 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.
This Year, Turn Purpose Into Action
January 8, 2024
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Purpose drives engagement; engagement drives results. Not sure where to start? Check the map.
Best Of 2023: Fostering Financially Strong Credit Unions
December 26, 2023
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From liquidity challenges to slowdowns in lending, new regulations and more, credit unions embraced uncertainty this year.
Holiday Spending Is Poised To Reach Nearly $1 Billion
December 18, 2023
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Consumers are spending 60% more than they did a decade ago, and data shows credit union members might be especially likely to put this year’s bill on a credit card.
Credit Union Revenue Hits $89 Billion
December 11, 2023
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Higher interest rates in 2023 underpinned an increase in total revenue, which hit a record high in the third quarter.
Liquid Assets Are Back To Pre-Covid Levels. Markets Are Pricing For Dovish Fed.
December 6, 2023
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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.
Investments Offer A Glimmer Of Hope For Liquidity
November 27, 2023
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The average time to maturity of investment portfolios shortened in the third quarter, a positive sign for credit union liquidity.
Tightening Liquidity Pushes Cooperatives To Slow Indirect Lending
November 20, 2023
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Third quarter data highlights the dynamic between liquidity challenges and lending strategy.
4 Pillars For 2024
Callahan is helping leaders make the most of their time with stories meant to inspire creative, different thinking.
Jimmy Lovelace On Leadership
The chief experience officer helps Community First realize the benefits of humanizing the sales and service processes.
This Year, Turn Purpose Into Action
Purpose drives engagement; engagement drives results. Not sure where to start? Check the map.
Best Of 2023: Fostering Financially Strong Credit Unions
From liquidity challenges to slowdowns in lending, new regulations and more, credit unions embraced uncertainty this year.
Holiday Spending Is Poised To Reach Nearly $1 Billion
Consumers are spending 60% more than they did a decade ago, and data shows credit union members might be especially likely to put this year’s ...
Credit Union Revenue Hits $89 Billion
Higher interest rates in 2023 underpinned an increase in total revenue, which hit a record high in the third quarter.
Liquid Assets Are Back To Pre-Covid Levels. Markets Are Pricing For Dovish Fed.
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
Investments Offer A Glimmer Of Hope For Liquidity
The average time to maturity of investment portfolios shortened in the third quarter, a positive sign for credit union liquidity.
Tightening Liquidity Pushes Cooperatives To Slow Indirect Lending
Third quarter data highlights the dynamic between liquidity challenges and lending strategy.
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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.
The Economy Greatly Outperforms Expectations, Markets Prepare For A Pivot