Exit Interview: Lisa Schlehuber, Elements Financial
April 11, 2022
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The CEO came to the industry late in her career but was a transformational leader at the Indianapolis-based credit union.
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3 Ways To Boost Lending In 2022
February 7, 2022
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The reopening of local economies and the return of pre-pandemic consumer spending habits have mostly offset the role pandemic relief programs have played in recent growth. According to the New York Fed’s Center for Microeconomic Data, the number of credit inquiries have returned to 2019 levels. And thanks to additional post-CARES Act policies at federal
Credit Unions And Employee Impact
January 10, 2022
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Three ways credit unions are connecting institutional mission and employee engagement.
Puerto Rico’s Credit Unions Stand Together In The Wake Of Natural Disasters
January 5, 2022
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Unprecedented earthquake activity on the south coast of the Caribbean island has impacted thousands of residents. Now, credit unions are helping with the recovery.
How This Small Indiana Credit Union Works To ‘Bridge The Gap’
July 12, 2021
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Afena FCU partners with a local foundation to take on payday lenders with long-term, low-rate loans with a savings component and financial counseling.
A Force Of Change For Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion
May 17, 2021
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A 12-person group at Teachers Credit Union focuses on action and deliverables in its efforts to promote DEI at the Indiana cooperative.
5 Ways To Take Charge Of Online Reviews
April 8, 2021
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Marketing leaders from three credit unions share strategies for how they nurture positive reviews, respond to negative ones, and retain members.
A Strategy To Show Members Love Any Day Of The Year
February 12, 2021
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Public Service Credit Union surveyed members, bought gifts, and made donations to take care of the community it loves.
Pandemic Lending Lessons Put Into Play
February 1, 2021
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Five lending leaders offer new insights about old values as they put new strategies into place to protect their cooperative and members.
What’s In A Name: Director Of Financial Wellness And Wellbeing
January 11, 2021
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Jeff Sobieralski educates and engages members at the Indiana financial cooperative.
Exit Interview: Lisa Schlehuber, Elements Financial
The CEO came to the industry late in her career but was a transformational leader at the Indianapolis-based credit union.
3 Ways To Boost Lending In 2022
The reopening of local economies and the return of pre-pandemic consumer spending habits have mostly offset the role pandemic relief programs have played in recent ...
Credit Unions And Employee Impact
Three ways credit unions are connecting institutional mission and employee engagement.
Puerto Rico’s Credit Unions Stand Together In The Wake Of Natural Disasters
Unprecedented earthquake activity on the south coast of the Caribbean island has impacted thousands of residents. Now, credit unions are helping with the recovery.
How This Small Indiana Credit Union Works To ‘Bridge The Gap’
Afena FCU partners with a local foundation to take on payday lenders with long-term, low-rate loans with a savings component and financial counseling.
A Force Of Change For Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion
A 12-person group at Teachers Credit Union focuses on action and deliverables in its efforts to promote DEI at the Indiana cooperative.
5 Ways To Take Charge Of Online Reviews
Marketing leaders from three credit unions share strategies for how they nurture positive reviews, respond to negative ones, and retain members.
A Strategy To Show Members Love Any Day Of The Year
Public Service Credit Union surveyed members, bought gifts, and made donations to take care of the community it loves.
Pandemic Lending Lessons Put Into Play
Five lending leaders offer new insights about old values as they put new strategies into place to protect their cooperative and members.
What’s In A Name: Director Of Financial Wellness And Wellbeing
Jeff Sobieralski educates and engages members at the Indiana financial cooperative.
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