San Francisco Federal Credit Union Voted “Best Credit Union”
April 28, 2016
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Efforts to make the benefits of the credit union industry more transparent are paying off in California.
Financial Performance
Founders FCU Finds Ways to Grow Steadily
April 28, 2016
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When the Federal Reserve started to lower short-term interest rates in 2001 Tony Gilreath, chief financial officer of Founders Federal Credit Union, Lancaster, South Carolina said the CU’s board and management wasted no time. “We’re liability sensitive. We couldn’t afford a delayed reaction. Seeing the benefit of a lower coast of funds, we lowered rates, too,” said Gilreath. But that’s only one as
Belt-Tightening Continues Into 2010
April 26, 2016
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Despite stringent measures implemented in 2008, Arizona State Credit Union demonstrates it is good at helping people.
Cutting Costs and Reaping Opportunities
April 26, 2016
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Arrowhead Central Credit Union finished 2007 with strong financial results despite its geographic location in the “eye of the storm” – California’s housing bust.
Don’t Panic. Stick to Your Mission.
April 26, 2016
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We are in the low portion of a normal cycle. Previous good planning should carry you through, but some points to remember: Don’t panic; keep diversified; emphasize service over yield; stick to your mission; and maintain strong contact with members.
Working Closely with the Diocese
April 26, 2016
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In the Saginaw area, Catholic Federal displays a deep commitment to the communities and the Catholic flock.
Finding Success at “Ministry Banking”
April 26, 2016
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Evangelical Christian CU serves ministries and even considers itself a kind of ministry as well – a ministry that helps other ministries by lending to them.
CEO Interview: Incorporating Strong Principles
April 26, 2016
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VUMCU works closely with Virginia ‘s Methodist churches to foster innovative small loans while working to expand into larger church loans and grow its membership.
CEO Interview: Looking for Impact
April 26, 2016
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David Mooney, a former JPMorganChase banker, talks about his work to convert United Airlines Employees CU to Alliant CU.
Using Referrals Effectively to Gain Wallet Share
April 26, 2016
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Patelco Credit Union tracks referrals from front line staff to their investment program. Doing so has lead to increased wallet share.
San Francisco Federal Credit Union Voted “Best Credit Union”
Efforts to make the benefits of the credit union industry more transparent are paying off in California.
Founders FCU Finds Ways to Grow Steadily
When the Federal Reserve started to lower short-term interest rates in 2001 Tony Gilreath, chief financial officer of Founders Federal Credit Union, Lancaster, South Carolina ...
Belt-Tightening Continues Into 2010
Despite stringent measures implemented in 2008, Arizona State Credit Union demonstrates it is good at helping people.
Cutting Costs and Reaping Opportunities
Arrowhead Central Credit Union finished 2007 with strong financial results despite its geographic location in the “eye of the storm” – California’s housing bust.
Don’t Panic. Stick to Your Mission.
We are in the low portion of a normal cycle. Previous good planning should carry you through, but some points to remember: Don’t panic; keep ...
Working Closely with the Diocese
In the Saginaw area, Catholic Federal displays a deep commitment to the communities and the Catholic flock.
Finding Success at “Ministry Banking”
Evangelical Christian CU serves ministries and even considers itself a kind of ministry as well – a ministry that helps other ministries by lending to ...
CEO Interview: Incorporating Strong Principles
VUMCU works closely with Virginia 's Methodist churches to foster innovative small loans while working to expand into larger church loans and grow its membership.
CEO Interview: Looking for Impact
David Mooney, a former JPMorganChase banker, talks about his work to convert United Airlines Employees CU to Alliant CU.
Using Referrals Effectively to Gain Wallet Share
Patelco Credit Union tracks referrals from front line staff to their investment program. Doing so has lead to increased wallet share.
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