‘Learning a New Language’: Combining Credit Union Cultures in a Merger
Combining cultures can be the sticking point for many merger talks. United Federal used strategic leadership and guidance to blend two organizations into a cohesive whole.
Combining cultures can be the sticking point for many merger talks. United Federal used strategic leadership and guidance to blend two organizations into a cohesive whole.
Forget product, place, price and promotion. This three-part series features credit union success stories that demonstrate the power of the new three P’s.
Backed by record-setting financials but with low member growth, Pete Sainato, CEO of Justice FCU, is instigating a program of significantly boosting return and value to members.
Outbound calling allows a credit union to personalize the point of contact and can be successful at getting members to increase their relationship with the credit union.
Tower Federal Credit Union did not see the Refi Boom coming, but they were ready for it when it came.
One-on-one conversations between members and Delta Community’s “home loan specialists” helps strengthen member relationships with the credit union.
Over the past 15 years, Visions Federal Credit Union has coped with an extended local recession and a “500 year” flood. But through these difficulties, the credit union, its members and the larger economy have forged stronger ties that can weather any storm.
How an Iowa credit union increased its interchange revenue by 41% over four years.
How Members 1st Federal Credit Union sells mortgages and makes itself more efficient.
Credit unions are implementing purchase card, or p-card, programs to streamline payables, manage cash, and earn on their spending.

Explore the subtle shifts redefining the credit union core processing space and how these movements shape growth, innovation, and member experience.

The combination of the right philosophy and the right technology can set credit unions up for success even during difficult economic times.

Nearly 100 credit unions are providing Buy Now, Pay Later to their members, and their banking cores are giving them a surprising competitive advantage.

A perspective from Garrhett Petrea, vice president of sales and a Zillennial, on why outdated cores threaten the next generation of members and what leaders must do now.

Driving digital delivery? Evaluating vendor platforms? Sharpening tech strategy for a new year? This week of insights is built for credit union leaders looking to stay ahead.

Having weathered a difficult five years, U.S households have modestly improved their financial situation in the short term; their long-term prognosis is murkier.

Third quarter performance data is a reminder that credit unions perform best when conditions are hardest.

From cross-cooperative collaboration to well-timed relief products and services, credit unions are lightening the holiday budget burden.

Amid a turbulent financial landscape, credit unions across the country stepped in with lending, grants, and community partnerships to support small businesses and entrepreneurs.

The Arizona-based credit union has revamped its approach to financial education and community partnerships to better serve the needs of its market.