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.
Is Your Credit Union Prepared for the CDFI Emergency Support and Minority Lending Grant?
March 16, 2022
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The Treasury has said it will be rolling out the long-awaited $1.75B Emergency Support and Minority Lending Program Grant funds in the spring of 2022. That’s over five times as much as the CDFI’s FY 2022 FA budget, and Spring is just a few weeks away… are you ready?
3 Investment Trends From The Fourth Quarter Of 2021
March 14, 2022
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Credit unions are positioning their balance sheets to deliver greater yields as investment and lending conditions adapt to a late-pandemic environment.
Kent Oram On Leadership
March 14, 2022
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The CEO of Idaho Central Credit Union, one of the fastest-growing credit unions in the country, shares insights on leading through change and planning for the future.
Heightened Uncertainty Weighs On Financial Markets
March 14, 2022
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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.
3 Roles That Take Business Intelligence To The Next Level
March 7, 2022
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There’s a new wave of titles that hints at a sea change in how credit unions use data.
5 Takeaways From 4Q 2021 Trendwatch
February 21, 2022
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How did credit unions wrap up 2021? Callahan & Associates has the inside story based on quarterly performance data.
4Q21 Trendwatch
February 16, 2022
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Learn about the credit union performance trends gathered from 4Q 2021 data.
Market Responds Negatively To Hawkish Fed Shift
February 14, 2022
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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 Being ‘Unapologetically Different’ Helped Buckeye State’s Turnaround
February 7, 2022
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A focus on reining in costs and changing organizational culture have transformed the Ohio-based institution.
The CDFI Landscape for Credit Unions in 2022
February 2, 2022
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CU Strategic Planning’s Chief Strategy and Advocacy Officer Mike Beall, along with John McKechnie, Senior Partner of Total Spectrum, discuss the current environment for CDFI certification.
Is Your Credit Union Prepared for the CDFI Emergency Support and Minority Lending Grant?
The Treasury has said it will be rolling out the long-awaited $1.75B Emergency Support and Minority Lending Program Grant funds in the spring of 2022. ...
3 Investment Trends From The Fourth Quarter Of 2021
Credit unions are positioning their balance sheets to deliver greater yields as investment and lending conditions adapt to a late-pandemic environment.
Kent Oram On Leadership
The CEO of Idaho Central Credit Union, one of the fastest-growing credit unions in the country, shares insights on leading through change and planning for ...
Heightened Uncertainty Weighs On Financial Markets
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
3 Roles That Take Business Intelligence To The Next Level
There’s a new wave of titles that hints at a sea change in how credit unions use data.
5 Takeaways From 4Q 2021 Trendwatch
How did credit unions wrap up 2021? Callahan & Associates has the inside story based on quarterly performance data.
4Q21 Trendwatch
Learn about the credit union performance trends gathered from 4Q 2021 data.
Market Responds Negatively To Hawkish Fed Shift
Look beyond the headlines to discover the driving forces behind market trends and consider how they impact a credit union’s investment portfolio.
How Being ‘Unapologetically Different’ Helped Buckeye State’s Turnaround
A focus on reining in costs and changing organizational culture have transformed the Ohio-based institution.
The CDFI Landscape for Credit Unions in 2022
CU Strategic Planning’s Chief Strategy and Advocacy Officer Mike Beall, along with John McKechnie, Senior Partner of Total Spectrum, discuss the current environment for CDFI ...
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What Should Credit Unions Know About Stablecoins?
Andrew Lepczyk
Congress is considering new legislation around cryptocurrency, and these new tools could have profound implications for the industry.
Michigan Legacy Takes A Scientific Approach To Spotting Elder Financial Abuse
Savana Morie
A partnership with the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University has helped the credit union reduce reports of elder fraud by as much as 50%.
How An HR Team Reinvented Employee Feedback Through Meaningful Team Dialogue
Savana Morie
Faced with post-pandemic talent challenges, Desert Financial put a new spin on gathering and responding to employee feedback.
Build Resilience, Not Roadmaps: 5 Strategic Planning Priorities For 2026 And Beyond
Jay Johnson
From employee engagement to community impact and beyond, these are the initiatives credit unions must focus on to stay aligned and prepared for the challenges ahead.
Tech-Grown CEOs Share Fintech Partnership Strategies (Part 2)
Marc Rapport
Three more credit union chiefs with tech backgrounds show how they adapt and innovate – and how other cooperatives can, too.
Tech-Grown CEOs Share Fintech Partnership Strategies (Part 1)
Marc Rapport
Credit union chiefs with tech backgrounds show how they adapt and innovate – and how other cooperatives can, too.
Virtual Cards: More Than Just A Trend
Callahan & Associates
The next evolution in consumer payments — and credit unions that wait risk falling behind.
Credit Unions, Fintechs Join Forces For Inaugural Event
Savana Morie
Suncoast Credit Union, in partnership with WithClutch and ModernFI, hosted its inaugural Create 2025 summit in May. Attendees included eight credit unions and nine fintech companies.
4 Ways to Make Your Digital Experience Work Harder for Members
Callahan & Associates
Digital experiences must be a direct reflection of the care and service credit unions are known for. Here’s where to start.
Service Credit Union Launches CUSO For Fintech Investments
Savana Morie
The New Hampshire cooperative recently launched Service Ventures, an independent investment arm that aims to work with startups that share a commitment to operational efficiency and member experience.