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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.
7 Smart Loans For Life’s Big Moments
From funerals to education to gender-affirming care and beyond, credit unions are punching up the personal loan.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2023
May 15, 2023
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A preview of the economic and performance trends that shaped the credit union industry during the first quarter, and how that could impact the months to come.
What’s The Big IDEA?
May 8, 2023
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Inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility ensures success and survival at Greylock FCU.
Shifts In Asset Quality Could Shape The Year Ahead
May 8, 2023
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After a tumultuous 2022, many institutions are closely eying delinquencies and charge-offs in the hopes of warding off widespread problems.
Average Member Relationship Jumped $10,000 In The Past Decade
May 1, 2023
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The increase comes as credit union hiring has not kept pace with membership growth.
Which Credit Unions Top The Chart In Average Member Relationship?
May 1, 2023
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The ability to expand existing member relationships is a strong foundation for any growth strategy.
Help For The Holidays And Beyond
April 27, 2023
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A leader of St. Louis Community Credit Union shares how the cooperative works every day to be “the social conscience of banking.”
Payday Alternative Loans Hit New Highs In 2022
April 24, 2023
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Federally chartered credit unions originated more than $226 million in PALs last year, smashing the record set in 2019.
2023 Credit Card Market Overview
April 13, 2023
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This session, presented by TRK Advisors and Elan Credit Card, will explore how credit unions are competing against dominant credit card issuers and what to expect in 2023.
Callahan’s Guide To The 2023 Final Four
March 28, 2023
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The sports analysts at Callahan & Associates wrap up March Madness with predictions based on credit union performance data. Which team will reign supreme?
Impact Strategies From March 2023
March 27, 2023
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A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch 1Q 2023
A preview of the economic and performance trends that shaped the credit union industry during the first quarter, and how that could impact the months ...
What’s The Big IDEA?
Inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility ensures success and survival at Greylock FCU.
Shifts In Asset Quality Could Shape The Year Ahead
After a tumultuous 2022, many institutions are closely eying delinquencies and charge-offs in the hopes of warding off widespread problems.
Average Member Relationship Jumped $10,000 In The Past Decade
The increase comes as credit union hiring has not kept pace with membership growth.
Which Credit Unions Top The Chart In Average Member Relationship?
The ability to expand existing member relationships is a strong foundation for any growth strategy.
Help For The Holidays And Beyond
A leader of St. Louis Community Credit Union shares how the cooperative works every day to be “the social conscience of banking.”
Payday Alternative Loans Hit New Highs In 2022
Federally chartered credit unions originated more than $226 million in PALs last year, smashing the record set in 2019.
2023 Credit Card Market Overview
This session, presented by TRK Advisors and Elan Credit Card, will explore how credit unions are competing against dominant credit card issuers and what to expect in 2023.
Callahan’s Guide To The 2023 Final Four
The sports analysts at Callahan & Associates wrap up March Madness with predictions based on credit union performance data. Which team will reign supreme?
Impact Strategies From March 2023
A look back at strategies and ideas that help credit unions make an even bigger difference in the communities they serve.
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The Callahan Guide To The 2026 Final Four
Tony Waltrich
What happens when credit union performance data meets March Madness? Callahan’s proprietary model breaks down state-level results to forecast who takes home the hardware.
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.