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The Clock Is Ticking

Summer is the perfect time to think strategically about how the credit union will tackle strategic planning in the fall.

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Beyond Blaine: Retirement And Succession

In May 2016, industry maverick Jim Blaine announced his retirement from State Employees’ Credit Union. His successor, longtime SECU executive Mike Lord, was named soon after. In this ongoing series, CreditUnions.com details Blaine’s history with the credit union and the movement, how SECU arrived at a successor, and what’s next under Lord for the $30 billion institution.

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Industry Insights

A New Charter Brings New Life

Five can't-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
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10 Ways To Make A Great Hire

Credit unions from across the country dish on tactics to find the best employees.
Industry Insights

3 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2017

Shares, loans, and full-time employee growth. How did credit unions perform in first quarter?
Industry Insights

Auto Leases, Hiring Best Practices, And Rewards Programs

Five can't-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
Credit Union Industry Commentary

The Clock Is Ticking

Summer is the perfect time to think strategically about how the credit union will tackle strategic planning in the fall.
Features

Beyond Blaine: Retirement And Succession

In May 2016, industry maverick Jim Blaine announced his retirement from State Employees’ Credit Union. His successor, longtime SECU executive Mike Lord, was named soon ...
Features

On the Call, On the Ball

Call center metrics help a credit union assess the overall performance of the call center and its agents.
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How To Succeed At Wellness Programs

Credit unions in California and Vermont share how they help employees maintain healthy habits.
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A New Approach To Pay Scales At Member One FCU

The Virginia credit union changed its mortgage lending paradigm to accommodate members’ availability and interests.
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Shruti Miyashiro On Leadership

The head of Orange County’s Credit Union talks leadership, mentors, and recruiting — and retaining — the best associates for her team.
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5 Takeaways From Trendwatch

The U.S. economy is throwing up mixed signals, but America’s credit unions are delivering value and, in turn, enjoying deeper relationships, higher originations, and a stronger bottom line.

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Membership And Annual Member Growth, 06.30.25

2 Hot Takes On Member Growth

Member growth is slowing. What can credit unions do about it? Callahan experts explore how purpose and financial wellbeing might be the key to sustainable member growth.

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