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.
Bethpage FCU Credits
October 9, 2019
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Bethpage Federal Credit Union, New York, had the highest IRA balance as a percentage of total shares – almost $198 million- and the highest number of IRA accounts at 11,145 in the top 50 of CUs over $50 million-in-assets as of Sept. 30, 2001, according to Callahan and Associates data. And because tax time means IRA season at credit unions, Bethpage FCU President/CEO Kirk Kordeleski acknowledged th
More Questions Than Answers On Economy In Fourth Quarter
October 7, 2019
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This insightful monthly market commentary will help you look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving the current market trends that could impact your credit union’s investment portfolio.
4 Takeaways From The ALM First Financial Forum
October 4, 2019
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The global economy provided a colorful backdrop for credit union financial executives, board members, and leaders planning for the coming year.
Credit Unions Hold A Strong Position For The End Of 2019
October 1, 2019
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Earnings growth extended into the second quarter as cooperatives reported higher net interest income than operating expenses for the second consecutive period.
Credit Union Industry At-A-Glance (2Q19)
September 20, 2019
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Credit union membership grew 3.7% and earnings pushed ROA up 6 basis points year-over-year. What else happened in second quarter?
How A $40B Institution Treats 2.4M Members
September 16, 2019
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By concentrating on member service, State Employees’ Credit Union has forged a path to continued growth.
Credit Card Lending At Cooperatives Is Strong in the Second Quarter of 2019
September 11, 2019
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As credit card lending nationwide continues to rise, consumers are increasingly looking to credit unions as a source of lending.
Assessing The Current Investment Landscape
September 10, 2019
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Join Jason Haley, managing director of ALM First’s Investment Management Group and Sam Taft, assistant vice president, business development at Trust for Credit Unions, for a discussion about the latest economic and market insights along with investment trends based on second quarter 2019 performance data for all U.S
Branching Evolves As Membership Grows
September 6, 2019
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New takes on service delivery at U.S. credit unions increase operational efficiencies and attract new members.
No Sleepy August As Trade Tensions Ratchet Up
September 4, 2019
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This insightful monthly market commentary will help you look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving the current market trends that could impact your credit union’s investment portfolio.
Bethpage FCU Credits
Bethpage Federal Credit Union, New York, had the highest IRA balance as a percentage of total shares - almost $198 million- and the highest number ...
4 Takeaways From The ALM First Financial Forum
The global economy provided a colorful backdrop for credit union financial executives, board members, and leaders planning for the coming year.
Credit Unions Hold A Strong Position For The End Of 2019
Earnings growth extended into the second quarter as cooperatives reported higher net interest income than operating expenses for the second consecutive period.
Credit Union Industry At-A-Glance (2Q19)
Credit union membership grew 3.7% and earnings pushed ROA up 6 basis points year-over-year. What else happened in second quarter?
How A $40B Institution Treats 2.4M Members
By concentrating on member service, State Employees’ Credit Union has forged a path to continued growth.
Credit Card Lending At Cooperatives Is Strong in the Second Quarter of 2019
As credit card lending nationwide continues to rise, consumers are increasingly looking to credit unions as a source of lending.
Assessing The Current Investment Landscape
Join Jason Haley, managing director of ALM First's Investment Management Group and Sam Taft, assistant vice president, business development at Trust for Credit Unions, for ...
Branching Evolves As Membership Grows
New takes on service delivery at U.S. credit unions increase operational efficiencies and attract new members.
No Sleepy August As Trade Tensions Ratchet Up
This insightful monthly market commentary will help you look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving the current market trends that could impact ...
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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.
More Questions Than Answers On Economy In Fourth Quarter