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.
Share Growth Slows In Lockstep With Personal Savings Rate
May 8, 2023
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Annual share growth has slowed for seven straight quarters, mirroring the decline in the personal savings rate.
CDFI 2023: Grants, Certification and Compliance-OH MY!
May 3, 2023
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Watch now to learn all the most up to date information regarding All Things CDFI
Silicon Valley Bank Failure: FASB And Auditor Implications
April 24, 2023
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The accounting standard concerning intent and ability was violated, and those charged with governance and oversight of the bank failed in their roles. All of these parties should be held accountable.
The Liquidity Crisis (And How To Handle It)
April 24, 2023
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What has happened to liquidity in the past year, and how are credit unions managing the current dearth of incoming funds?
Credit Union Hiring Outperforms National Trends
April 17, 2023
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Hiring slowed during the pandemic, but credit union employee growth beat the national average.
Something Finally Broke: A Recap Of Banking Turmoil
April 17, 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.
2023 Credit Card Market Overview
April 13, 2023
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This session, presented by TRK Advisors and Elan Credit Card, will explore how credit unions are competing against dominant credit card issuers and what to expect in 2023.
Callahan’s Guide To The 2023 Final Four
March 28, 2023
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The sports analysts at Callahan & Associates wrap up March Madness with predictions based on credit union performance data. Which team will reign supreme?
A Strategy To Build A Stash Of Non-Member Cash
March 27, 2023
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GreenState Credit Union has refined the art of managing its liquidity pipeline with non-member deposits.
Upside Surprises Spark Market Repricing
March 20, 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.
Share Growth Slows In Lockstep With Personal Savings Rate
Annual share growth has slowed for seven straight quarters, mirroring the decline in the personal savings rate.
CDFI 2023: Grants, Certification and Compliance-OH MY!
Watch now to learn all the most up to date information regarding All Things CDFI
The Liquidity Crisis (And How To Handle It)
What has happened to liquidity in the past year, and how are credit unions managing the current dearth of incoming funds?
Credit Union Hiring Outperforms National Trends
Hiring slowed during the pandemic, but credit union employee growth beat the national average.
Something Finally Broke: A Recap Of Banking Turmoil
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
2023 Credit Card Market Overview
This session, presented by TRK Advisors and Elan Credit Card, will explore how credit unions are competing against dominant credit card issuers and what to expect in 2023.
Callahan’s Guide To The 2023 Final Four
The sports analysts at Callahan & Associates wrap up March Madness with predictions based on credit union performance data. Which team will reign supreme?
A Strategy To Build A Stash Of Non-Member Cash
GreenState Credit Union has refined the art of managing its liquidity pipeline with non-member deposits.
Upside Surprises Spark Market Repricing
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
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How A Florida Credit Union Rebuilt Retention After The Great Resignation
Marc Rapport
Longer onboarding, focus groups, and peer leadership help Community First retain strong employees year after year.
What’s In A Name: Chief Efficiency Officer
Savana Morie
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 behind the scenes fixes into front line — and bottom-line — wins.
How SWBC’s Contact Center Solutions Help Financial Institutions Stay Connected
Callahan & Associates
Delivering human-centered service in a digital world is no longer a luxury for credit union contact centers — it’s a necessity.
Amanda Garabedian On Leadership
Savana Morie
The CEO of Adventure Credit Union shares tips to maintain credibility amid rapid executive turnover and organizational change.
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.
Financial Nihilism Is Real, But How Can Credit Unions Respond?
Andrew Lepczyk
When money stops making sense, people suffer a crisis of financial confidence. Now’s the time to reconnect with members to help them establish long-term stability.
Exit Interview: Cheryl Sio, MembersAlliance Credit Union
Marc Rapport
From the teller line to the corner office, CEO Cheryl Sio’s story spans five decades of industry transformation and enduring leadership lessons.
What Was Once A Safe Corner Of Credit Union Portfolios Is Now A Source Of Pain
Callahan & Associates
Structured protection strategies provide potentially higher long-term total returns than bonds while muting the volatility and downside risk traditionally associated with equities.
Jim Morrell On Leadership
Aaron Passman
The CEO of Peninsula Community Federal Credit Union highlights how active listening and lessons from the basket ball court shape a culture of inclusive banking that serves members and employees.
2026 Begins With Market Sentiment Similar To 2025
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Silicon Valley Bank Failure: FASB And Auditor Implications