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.
It’s A Wrap: Money 20/20 Through A Credit Union Industry Lens
October 27, 2016
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Financial tech trade show had big focus on increasing access to credit, both in rating risk and making lending fast and convenient.
These 10 Credit Unions Top The Charts In Member Value
October 19, 2016
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In honor of International Credit Union Day, Callahan spotlights credit unions of all sizes that return the most value to members.
Jennifer Hogan On Leadership
October 18, 2016
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The CEO of Community Credit Union offers her view on adaptability, tough conversations, and industry needs.
15 Years Of Credit Union Consolidation
October 17, 2016
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How credit unions, assets, and member relationships have evolved the past decade and a half.
How To Fill In Staffing Gaps With A Roaming Team
October 17, 2016
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Wright-Patt Credit Union relies on two fully trained teams of full- and part-time employees to step in and fill out staffing shortages.
Staffing Gaps, Consolidation, And Member Complaints
October 17, 2016
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Five can’t-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
How To Make Lending Easy For Members
October 7, 2016
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The focus of Massachusetts-based DCU is squarely on streamlining the loan application process. Here are a few ways the credit union is leading the way in mortgage and consumer lending.
Baseball Teams And Credit Unions Can Win At The Margins
October 7, 2016
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Credit unions can’t match resources with their big bank competitors, but they can still be outstanding in their field.
Kate Lee On Leadership
September 26, 2016
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The marketing director of Affinity Plus FCU talks about micromanaging, leadership vulnerability, and onboarding new members after the Ditch Your Bank campaign.
How To Serve Members With Sub-600 Credit Scores
September 26, 2016
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A checking account with risk-mitigating features keeps Langley FCU’s losses at just 7% of its income.
It’s A Wrap: Money 20/20 Through A Credit Union Industry Lens
Financial tech trade show had big focus on increasing access to credit, both in rating risk and making lending fast and convenient.
These 10 Credit Unions Top The Charts In Member Value
In honor of International Credit Union Day, Callahan spotlights credit unions of all sizes that return the most value to members.
Jennifer Hogan On Leadership
The CEO of Community Credit Union offers her view on adaptability, tough conversations, and industry needs.
15 Years Of Credit Union Consolidation
How credit unions, assets, and member relationships have evolved the past decade and a half.
How To Fill In Staffing Gaps With A Roaming Team
Wright-Patt Credit Union relies on two fully trained teams of full- and part-time employees to step in and fill out staffing shortages.
Staffing Gaps, Consolidation, And Member Complaints
Five can't-miss data points featured this week on CreditUnions.com.
How To Make Lending Easy For Members
The focus of Massachusetts-based DCU is squarely on streamlining the loan application process. Here are a few ways the credit union is leading the way ...
Kate Lee On Leadership
The marketing director of Affinity Plus FCU talks about micromanaging, leadership vulnerability, and onboarding new members after the Ditch Your Bank campaign.
How To Serve Members With Sub-600 Credit Scores
A checking account with risk-mitigating features keeps Langley FCU’s losses at just 7% of its income.
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.
Baseball Teams And Credit Unions Can Win At The Margins