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.
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.
3 Ways To Put Credit Union Values Into Practice
August 26, 2019
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Everence FCU lives out the principle of stewardship through loan, investment, and deposit products.
How To Leverage Data For Better Strategic Planning
August 26, 2019
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Incorporating peer analysis is an ideal way to enhance the impact of planning season.
Unusual Branch Locations, Recovering Banker Advice, Strategic Planning Insights
August 26, 2019
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
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.
3 Ways To Put Credit Union Values Into Practice
Everence FCU lives out the principle of stewardship through loan, investment, and deposit products.
How To Leverage Data For Better Strategic Planning
Incorporating peer analysis is an ideal way to enhance the impact of planning season.
Unusual Branch Locations, Recovering Banker Advice, Strategic Planning Insights
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
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Keep The Mortgage. Ditch The Fees.
Savana Morie
A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.
Home Is Where The Heart (And More) Is
Aaron Passman
Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.
3 Ways To Market For HELOC Success
Aaron Passman
Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.
Small House, Big Opportunity: 2 Takes On Manufactured Home Loans
Aaron Passman
Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.
Mortgage Lending Is Back, But It Looks Different
Tony Waltrich
After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.
MSUFCU Turns A Break In Payments Into A Member Experience Moment
Aaron Passman
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
Insights From The Outside: Don Rositano
Marc Rapport
How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
What’s In A Name: Vice President Of History And Culture
Aaron Passman
How a novel role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.
Growth Is A Mindset, But Success Is In The Contract
Callahan & Associates
Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.
Fraud Is Faster, Smarter, And Harder To Stop. Here’s How To.
Callahan & Associates
RKL offers insight, expertise, and experience to help fight off growing threats.
No Sleepy August As Trade Tensions Ratchet Up