GreenState Foundation Invests In Data To Improve Its Community
A partnership with United Ways of Iowa is uncovering insights about employed community members who struggle under limited assets and constrained income.
Impact/Purpose
Our Purpose page is your central resource to explore strategies that elevate products and services from run-of-the-mill commodities to powerful tools that support members and communities and set credit unions apart from competitors.
Top Impact/Purpose Articles
What’s In A Name: Director Of Financial Inclusion And Community Engagement
Steph Harrill Kyle helps UW Credit Union take a holistic approach to doing business by the cooperative principles.
How To Measure Mission
A dashboard at Marine Credit Union helps the Wisconsin cooperative focus on member and community impact.
What Does ‘Sustainable Business’ Mean To Credit Unions?
February 25, 2019
No Comments
Doing the right thing is a business model that combines profit, passion, and the pursuit of happiness.
Lending, Mobile, And The Member Experience
February 25, 2019
No Comments
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Turn That Annual Report Into A Living Report
February 19, 2019
No Comments
Credit unions should harness the power of technology to provide real-time updates on their financial and social impact.
Member Experience, Fourth Quarter Data, Living Report
February 19, 2019
No Comments
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
What Is Mid-Management’s Role In Strategy Development
February 13, 2019
No Comments
For many, thinking about the credit union as a whole is a brand-new experience.
Rewards, Referrals, And Returns
February 11, 2019
No Comments
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Member Satisfaction Is High. It Could Be Higher.
February 6, 2019
No Comments
One study shows opportunity for credit union service in the year ahead.
Best Of January 2019
February 4, 2019
No Comments
Based on January traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Analytics, Autos, And Attracting Deposits
January 28, 2019
No Comments
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Fighting Fraud And Dissecting Data
January 22, 2019
No Comments
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Lending, Mobile, And The Member Experience
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Turn That Annual Report Into A Living Report
Credit unions should harness the power of technology to provide real-time updates on their financial and social impact.
Member Experience, Fourth Quarter Data, Living Report
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
What Is Mid-Management’s Role In Strategy Development
For many, thinking about the credit union as a whole is a brand-new experience.
Rewards, Referrals, And Returns
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Member Satisfaction Is High. It Could Be Higher.
One study shows opportunity for credit union service in the year ahead.
Best Of January 2019
Based on January traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Analytics, Autos, And Attracting Deposits
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Fighting Fraud And Dissecting Data
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Browse Topics
FedChoice Is Ready For The Next Government Shutdown – Whenever It Comes
Aaron Passman
A cross-functional team comprising nearly 20% of staff helped the Maryland-based credit union manage the crisis while staying focused on helping members.
Financial Nihilism Is Real, But How Can Credit Unions Respond?
Andrew Lepczyk
When money stops making sense, people suffer a crisis of financial confidence. Now’s the time to reconnect with members to help them establish long-term stability.
Exit Interview: Cheryl Sio, MembersAlliance Credit Union
Marc Rapport
From the teller line to the corner office, CEO Cheryl Sio’s story spans five decades of industry transformation and enduring leadership lessons.
What Was Once A Safe Corner Of Credit Union Portfolios Is Now A Source Of Pain
Callahan & Associates
Structured protection strategies provide potentially higher long-term total returns than bonds while muting the volatility and downside risk traditionally associated with equities.
Jim Morrell On Leadership
Aaron Passman
The CEO of Peninsula Community Federal Credit Union highlights how active listening and lessons from the basket court shape a culture of inclusive banking that serves members and employees.
2026 Begins With Market Sentiment Similar To 2025
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
How AI Is Shaping HR For The Next Era
Marc Rapport
Four executives share how they are skilling up and soothing nerves as they navigate the AI revolution in real time.
Now’s The Time For Credit Union Succession Planning
Aaron Passman
The future of leadership starts now. This week, CreditUnions.com is diving into the strategies shaping tomorrow’s talent: from a bold overhaul of succession planning to how credit unions are tackling the AI skills gap.
Is Your Credit Union Making Time For Leadership Development?
Andrew Lepczyk
Assessing skills gaps among leaders and providing time to complete training are major hurdles today, but strong leadership development strategies are essential in building a future-ready credit union.
Aligning Recruitment Efforts With Boardroom Value
Jennie Boden
A report from Quantum Governance reveals a gap between board recruitment priorities and the most valuable skills in governance.
What Does ‘Sustainable Business’ Mean To Credit Unions?