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.
Smart Money Plays Dumb
February 16, 2017
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Wall Street has fought the bull market for the past year, always looking for a better buying opportunity.
Lending By The Numbers (3Q 2016)
February 13, 2017
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Credit unions originated $343.6 billion through third quarter 2016 — that’s an all-time record. See which areas contributed to this double-digit year-over-year growth.
Indirect Lending At Year-End 2016
February 13, 2017
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Indirect loans are taking an ever-increasing share of the auto portfolio, but growth is not even across credit union location and size.
Will The Tweet Hit The Fan?
February 9, 2017
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The appeals court reviewing the president’s travel ban could render a decision before the week’s end.
How To Solidify Your ALM Strategy
February 6, 2017
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Five can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
Why Pioneer FCU Tops The Leader Boards In Share, Loan, And Member Growth
February 6, 2017
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The Idaho credit union uses marketing, deposit, lending, and ALM strategies to increase member value.
The Importance Of First Quarter Share Growth
February 6, 2017
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If credit unions continue on their current path, will they be able to fund future loans solely through share growth?
5 Tips To Evaluate Asset Liability Management
February 6, 2017
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Considerations to help any credit union assess its ALM policies, procedures, and management practices.
The Trump Impact
February 2, 2017
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Trump needs to start working on big issues and stay away from the petty stuff or he will destroy what is left of the goodwill in the markets.
Third Quarter 2016 Shares By The Numbers
February 1, 2017
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Share balances in third quarter increased at the fastest rate since fourth quarter 2009, but the loan-to-share ratio still grew.
Lending By The Numbers (3Q 2016)
Credit unions originated $343.6 billion through third quarter 2016 — that's an all-time record. See which areas contributed to this double-digit year-over-year growth.
Indirect Lending At Year-End 2016
Indirect loans are taking an ever-increasing share of the auto portfolio, but growth is not even across credit union location and size.
Will The Tweet Hit The Fan?
The appeals court reviewing the president's travel ban could render a decision before the week's end.
How To Solidify Your ALM Strategy
Five can't-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
Why Pioneer FCU Tops The Leader Boards In Share, Loan, And Member Growth
The Idaho credit union uses marketing, deposit, lending, and ALM strategies to increase member value.
The Importance Of First Quarter Share Growth
If credit unions continue on their current path, will they be able to fund future loans solely through share growth?
5 Tips To Evaluate Asset Liability Management
Considerations to help any credit union assess its ALM policies, procedures, and management practices.
The Trump Impact
Trump needs to start working on big issues and stay away from the petty stuff or he will destroy what is left of the goodwill ...
Third Quarter 2016 Shares By The Numbers
Share balances in third quarter increased at the fastest rate since fourth quarter 2009, but the loan-to-share ratio still grew.
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AI Adoption Is Growing. Are Credit Unions Keeping Pace?
Andrew Lepczyk
New data from Gallup shows half of all employees who work for companies that pay for AI tools use them. Credit unions are building their own momentum.
A Credit Union Bond Beyond Bloodlines
Aaron Passman
For Mike and Dave Valentine, the family business just happens to be credit unions. The father-son duo talk leadership styles, cooperative values, and the lessons they’ve learned from each other along the way.
Connection And Caring Matter As Much As Knowledge And Resources
Chris Howard
People who are truly financially thriving have both means and a sense of security that comes from confidence about the future. Building that kind of emotional engagement requires a deliberate design of everyday interactions.
Markets Flip From Pricing Cuts To 50% Chance Of Hikes
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
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.
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