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Midwestern Credit Unions Break New Ground With Auto Loans
Blaze, Consumers, and Interra credit unions pioneer a new path to liquidity under the guidance of Alloya Corporate.
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From funerals to education to gender-affirming care and beyond, credit unions are punching up the personal loan.
The Power Of Business Lending And Services
April 15, 2024
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Two credit unions — one large, one smaller — offer insight from their experience serving the business community.
Revolutionizing Credit Union Auto Financing In The EV Era
April 15, 2024
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By offering financing options at the top of the funnel, lenders can influence purchasing decisions and establish themselves as trusted financial partners.
A Patchwork Path To Equity And Justice For All
March 18, 2024
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An array of experiences and professional development opportunities, combined with drive and passion, has positioned James Hunter for success in the field of DEI.
High Rates + Costly Assets = Slow Lending
March 11, 2024
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Following years of elevated output, lending returned to historic norms in 2023.
2024 Innovation Series: Innovations In Lending
March 7, 2024
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Watch this webinar to find new lending solutions that can help you serve your members.
3 Takeaways From Day 2 Of GAC 2024
March 6, 2024
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The curse of cable TV, servant leadership, and more concerns around AI were among the major topics as the annual event continued.
10 Steps To Better Business Intelligence
March 4, 2024
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It takes the right people, the right tools, and the right processes to create a data-driven culture.
A New Economic Environment Demands New Perspectives
March 2, 2024
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Credit union leaders can lead their organizations through a period of uncertainty by looking at results through a different lens.
Credit Unions And Dealerships Connect Via Seamless Indirect Lending Solutions
February 26, 2024
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The right streamlined processes plus industry insight supports auto portfolio growth.
A Financial Shelter For Vulnerable Homeowners
February 26, 2024
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A collaboration between Freedom First FCU and a local nonprofit is helping consumers ensure they can afford to buy a home and stay there for the long haul.
The Power Of Business Lending And Services
Two credit unions — one large, one smaller — offer insight from their experience serving the business community.
Revolutionizing Credit Union Auto Financing In The EV Era
By offering financing options at the top of the funnel, lenders can influence purchasing decisions and establish themselves as trusted financial partners.
A Patchwork Path To Equity And Justice For All
An array of experiences and professional development opportunities, combined with drive and passion, has positioned James Hunter for success in the field of DEI.
High Rates + Costly Assets = Slow Lending
Following years of elevated output, lending returned to historic norms in 2023.
2024 Innovation Series: Innovations In Lending
Watch this webinar to find new lending solutions that can help you serve your members.
10 Steps To Better Business Intelligence
It takes the right people, the right tools, and the right processes to create a data-driven culture.
A New Economic Environment Demands New Perspectives
Credit union leaders can lead their organizations through a period of uncertainty by looking at results through a different lens.
Credit Unions And Dealerships Connect Via Seamless Indirect Lending Solutions
The right streamlined processes plus industry insight supports auto portfolio growth.
A Financial Shelter For Vulnerable Homeowners
A collaboration between Freedom First FCU and a local nonprofit is helping consumers ensure they can afford to buy a home and stay there for ...
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A Rewards Program That Relies On Relationships, Not Usage
Savana Morie
Nuvision’s Added Advantage program tracks member engagement across the credit union, then rewards relationships through better pricing and other perks.
Innovations Financial Bets Big On Small Business Lending
Aaron Passman
CDFI grant funding helps the Florida cooperative offer microloans for small businesses after many banks pulled out of its market.
How Marine Credit Union Shifted Its Foundation From Siloed To Symbiotic
Savana Morie
By aligning governance, leadership, and day to day operations, Marine Credit Union transformed its foundation from a parallel operation into a visible extension of the credit union brand.
How Today’s Market Is Stress-Testing Credit Union And Bank Earnings Models
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit union and bank earnings reflect different business objectives. Those differences matter for how financial institutions serve their markets.
The Case For Marketing That Doesn’t Lead With The Credit Union
Savana Morie
Whitefish Credit Union barely mentions itself in its member stories. Instead, its high-quality video storytelling spotlights people, businesses, and communities, building trust, advocacy, and impact that don’t always show up in traditional ROI metrics.
Exit Interview: Deb Vollmer
Aaron Passman
The retired Langley FCU executive looks back on a career shaped by industry change, evolving leadership responsibility, and a constant focus on serving members first.
How Affinity FCU Became A Financial First Responder
Callahan & Associates
The New Jersey-New York metro credit union shares how a wellbeing-led strategy ensures members know where to turn first when life gets difficult.
Running With Scissors: The Bold Side Of Personalization
Callahan & Associates
To become skilled at personalization, credit unions must stop making assumptions about what resonates with members and start leveraging data to be sure.
A Short Guide To Compliance With The New Succession Planning Rule
Jennie Boden
Check all the right boxes while tying your credit union compliance efforts to strategy.
Industry Intelligence For Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
Looking for quarterly data coverage, expert analysis, lessons from leading credit unions, and more? Callahan has it covered. Comparing top-level performance and digging into the details has never been easier.
3 Takeaways From Day 2 Of GAC 2024