How 2 Marketing Teams Organize For Impact
The organizational structures for the marketing teams at 3Rivers FCU and Leaders Credit Union couldn’t be more different, but they share a common goal.
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Every Credit Union Has A Member Story To Tell
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Going Green in North Carolina
April 26, 2016
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SECU’s green car loan fills a niche for environmentally conscious members. That segment of the credit union’s billion-dollar-plus auto loan portfolio also happens to perform well.
Digital Federal Credit Union Makes the Grade
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Take the rapidly rising costs of college education, mix in a private student loan market that has grown 450% in the last seven years alone, add a mass exodus of traditional lenders because of restricted access to capital, and you’ve got a volatile recipe for turmoil in the student loan marketplace.
Don’t Panic. Stick to Your Mission.
April 26, 2016
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We are in the low portion of a normal cycle. Previous good planning should carry you through, but some points to remember: Don’t panic; keep diversified; emphasize service over yield; stick to your mission; and maintain strong contact with members.
CEO Interview: Incorporating Strong Principles
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VUMCU works closely with Virginia ‘s Methodist churches to foster innovative small loans while working to expand into larger church loans and grow its membership.
Using Referrals Effectively to Gain Wallet Share
April 26, 2016
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Patelco Credit Union tracks referrals from front line staff to their investment program. Doing so has lead to increased wallet share.
Recruited to Help with a Community Focus
April 26, 2016
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Wide experience in various for-profit financial institutions allowed Simone
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Learning from a Dual-Marketing Strategy
April 26, 2016
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With a dedication to its members and to the spirit of family, Affinity Plus has made giving back a major priority. With a dual-marketing strategy, Affinity is learning from both its local and national partnerships.
Four Ways that Neighborhood CU Grows Members
April 26, 2016
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After discussing Neighborhood CU’s community charter strategy, Mark Arnold, SVP, discusses the tactics used to grow members in this Part Two article.
Another Y2K? Why a Data Processor Conversion Doesn’t Have to Be
April 26, 2016
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Using the benefit of hindsight, one credit union shares its steps to a successful data processor conversion.
Strategies to Increase Debit Card Usage
April 26, 2016
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Many credit unions just issue a debit card to their members with a checking account. Learn how Patriot FCU, University FCU and Citibank structure their programs.
Going Green in North Carolina
SECU’s green car loan fills a niche for environmentally conscious members. That segment of the credit union’s billion-dollar-plus auto loan portfolio also happens to perform ...
Digital Federal Credit Union Makes the Grade
Take the rapidly rising costs of college education, mix in a private student loan market that has grown 450% in the last seven years alone, ...
Don’t Panic. Stick to Your Mission.
We are in the low portion of a normal cycle. Previous good planning should carry you through, but some points to remember: Don’t panic; keep ...
CEO Interview: Incorporating Strong Principles
VUMCU works closely with Virginia 's Methodist churches to foster innovative small loans while working to expand into larger church loans and grow its membership.
Using Referrals Effectively to Gain Wallet Share
Patelco Credit Union tracks referrals from front line staff to their investment program. Doing so has lead to increased wallet share.
Recruited to Help with a Community Focus
Wide experience in various for-profit financial institutions allowed Simone
Lagomarsino a broad perspective on credit union strategy and tactics.
Lagomarsino a broad perspective on credit union strategy and tactics.
Learning from a Dual-Marketing Strategy
With a dedication to its members and to the spirit of family, Affinity Plus has made giving back a major priority. With a dual-marketing strategy, ...
Four Ways that Neighborhood CU Grows Members
After discussing Neighborhood CU's community charter strategy, Mark Arnold, SVP, discusses the tactics used to grow members in this Part Two article.
Another Y2K? Why a Data Processor Conversion Doesn’t Have to Be
Using the benefit of hindsight, one credit union shares its steps to a successful data processor conversion.
Strategies to Increase Debit Card Usage
Many credit unions just issue a debit card to their members with a checking account. Learn how Patriot FCU, University FCU and Citibank structure their ...
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Check all the right boxes while tying your credit union compliance efforts to strategy.
Industry Intelligence For Credit Union Leaders
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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.