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.
Another Phase For Bond Traders
August 3, 2017
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A snapshot of the bond market reveals bullish speculators are back.
Will The Fed Tighten Again This Year? Or Ever?
July 27, 2017
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Yesterday’s FOMC statement has bond traders thinking Fed tightening might be over.
5 Questions To Answer Before Moving On A Merger
July 24, 2017
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Deciding whether, and with whom, to merge can be tricky. Use this list to spark conversations that will lead to a deeper understanding of the benefits, drawbacks, and other implications.
All Ears On Draghi
July 20, 2017
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Speculative bond traders see in Europe the opportunity to put the market back on track.
Tighten, Lighten, And Double Down
July 6, 2017
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How better portfolio tracking, a grounded MBL roster, and support from a broad line of CUSOs are helping Mazuma make a mark in the Kansas City area.
The Wedding Guest
July 6, 2017
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Why some traders are worried about President Trump’s visit to Europe for the G-20 summit.
Earnings By The Numbers (1Q17)
July 5, 2017
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Total revenue reached $15.5 billion in the first quarter of 2017. That’s up 8.1% year-over-year from the $14.3 billion credit unions posted in the first quarter of 2016.
How Does Location Affect Expenses?
July 3, 2017
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Contextualizing costs based on location can make a big difference when analyzing the bottom line.
Is The World Going Flat?
July 1, 2017
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Shorter-term rates have moved higher, but the bumps in the overnight rate have had little impact past the two-year note.
State In The Spotlight: Idaho
July 1, 2017
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There are three times the number of credit unions than banks in Idaho, and members are making the most of the credit union movement. Idaho credit unions post the third-best performance among all 50 states for member, asset, loan, and share growth.
Will The Fed Tighten Again This Year? Or Ever?
Yesterday's FOMC statement has bond traders thinking Fed tightening might be over.
5 Questions To Answer Before Moving On A Merger
Deciding whether, and with whom, to merge can be tricky. Use this list to spark conversations that will lead to a deeper understanding of the ...
All Ears On Draghi
Speculative bond traders see in Europe the opportunity to put the market back on track.
Tighten, Lighten, And Double Down
How better portfolio tracking, a grounded MBL roster, and support from a broad line of CUSOs are helping Mazuma make a mark in the Kansas ...
The Wedding Guest
Why some traders are worried about President Trump’s visit to Europe for the G-20 summit.
Earnings By The Numbers (1Q17)
Total revenue reached $15.5 billion in the first quarter of 2017. That’s up 8.1% year-over-year from the $14.3 billion credit unions posted in the first ...
How Does Location Affect Expenses?
Contextualizing costs based on location can make a big difference when analyzing the bottom line.
Is The World Going Flat?
Shorter-term rates have moved higher, but the bumps in the overnight rate have had little impact past the two-year note.
State In The Spotlight: Idaho
There are three times the number of credit unions than banks in Idaho, and members are making the most of the credit union movement. Idaho ...
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Credit Human Redefines ‘Green’ In The Heart Of Texas
Savana Morie
The credit union completed a three acre headquarters campus in 2021 that offers 52% more space while consuming a fraction of the resources. It’s a model of how cooperatives can lead on sustainability without sacrificing performance.
CDFIs By The Numbers
Omar Shalabi
CDFI credit unions might be fewer in number, but their impact reaches millions of members, and their footprint highlights how targeted mission can translate into broad, measurable reach.
Serving The Underserved Without Accepting Preventable Fraud Losses
Callahan & Associates
Preventable fraud losses quietly erode credit union margins. The difference between a 25% and 6% loss rate isn’t risk. It’s execution.
Inside An In-School Model That Links Classrooms With College And Careers
Savana Morie
Holy Rosary Credit Union has embedded itself into a local high school’s career and technical education program, offering scholarships, internships, and courses eligible for college credit.
6 Credit Union Executive Priorities For 2026
Jay Johnson
Credit union leaders want to know where peers are placing their focus. These six priorities reflect how leadership teams are responding to change with intention and clarity.
What’s Next For Credit Union Earnings?
Omar Shalabi
As margin support begins to fade, earnings performance is becoming more sensitive to revenue mix and harder to interpret through public reporting alone.
The Great Wealth Transfer Is Also A Relationship Transfer
Savana Morie
Harvard FCU combines digital estate planning with human financial guidance to support positive, proactive wealth transfer across generations.
The Lending Lag Is Real, And Here’s What Smaller Credit Unions Can Do About It
Callahan & Associates
Discover how small to midsize credit unions can weather the economic headwinds hitting their communities right now.
Fresh Risks For Financial Markets
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
What’s In A Name: AVP Of Member Insights
Aaron Passman
At Service Credit Union, Dave Widener connects data, strategy, and culture to shape better outcomes for members.
Another Phase For Bond Traders