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NOLA Firemen’s FCU helps members qualify for a mortgage in a state where poverty is high and insurance premiums are keeping many would-be borrowers out
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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 Ways To Say ‘No’ And Still Provide A Superior Member Experience
May 7, 2019
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Nobody likes to hear “no,” especially when it comes to money, but credit union lenders are delivering the news and working with members to get to “yes.”
Meet The Member Experience Finalists For The 2019 Innovation Series
May 3, 2019
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These four innovators are pushing the envelope toward new levels of technological innovation and security in credit union member experience.
Loan Originations Hit A Record High
April 30, 2019
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Annual credit union loan growth was slower in 2018 than in 2017, but there is still evidence that loan demand remains robust.
2019 Economic Outlook
April 29, 2019
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Callahan’s annual Executive Outlook Survey gathers insight on what’s top of mind for credit union leaders across the country as they navigate changing local and national economic conditions.
Balance Sheet Basics, Social Media Command, And A New Vision
April 22, 2019
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Cornhusker Cooperatives Report Strong Year For 2018
April 15, 2019
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Nebraska’s 60 credit unions turned out a year of positive performance among all major metrics.
CUneXus Draws Accolades For Always-On Lending
April 12, 2019
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The lending and marketing automation platform offers qualified members loan approvals on their schedule, not the FI’s.
The Road Ahead
April 12, 2019
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Twelve finalists across three categories show what it means to push the leading edge in credit union technology.
Keystone Co-Ops Lend Well To End The Year Well
April 12, 2019
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Pennsylvania credit unions exceeded the national average in loan growth while keeping delinquencies below average.
Cornerstone League Cooperatives Corral Another Strong Year
April 8, 2019
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Callahan data shows record loan originations as well as an uptick in ROA in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas.
5 Ways To Say ‘No’ And Still Provide A Superior Member Experience
Nobody likes to hear “no,” especially when it comes to money, but credit union lenders are delivering the news and working with members to get ...
Meet The Member Experience Finalists For The 2019 Innovation Series
These four innovators are pushing the envelope toward new levels of technological innovation and security in credit union member experience.
Loan Originations Hit A Record High
Annual credit union loan growth was slower in 2018 than in 2017, but there is still evidence that loan demand remains robust.
2019 Economic Outlook
Callahan’s annual Executive Outlook Survey gathers insight on what’s top of mind for credit union leaders across the country as they navigate changing local and ...
Balance Sheet Basics, Social Media Command, And A New Vision
Five can't-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Cornhusker Cooperatives Report Strong Year For 2018
Nebraska’s 60 credit unions turned out a year of positive performance among all major metrics.
CUneXus Draws Accolades For Always-On Lending
The lending and marketing automation platform offers qualified members loan approvals on their schedule, not the FI’s.
The Road Ahead
Twelve finalists across three categories show what it means to push the leading edge in credit union technology.
Keystone Co-Ops Lend Well To End The Year Well
Pennsylvania credit unions exceeded the national average in loan growth while keeping delinquencies below average.
Cornerstone League Cooperatives Corral Another Strong Year
Callahan data shows record loan originations as well as an uptick in ROA in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas.
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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.