Analytics For Action
April 1, 2019
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A monthly collection of Callahan content that, together, addresses a single topic from a variety of perspectives.
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Best Of Analytics 2018
April 1, 2019
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Credit unions and every other business vertical are investing in the tools and talent to slice, dice, and deliver on the potential stored in their consumer data. Call it business intelligence. Call it member analytics. There are more names, too, for the rapidly developing techniques and technology used to drive better decision-making and improve internal
Which Credit Union In Every State Returns The Most Value To Members?
October 8, 2018
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An interactive graphic by Callahan & Associates highlights ROM leaders by state. Who’s tops in your state?
An Incentive For Purpose, Not Personal Gain
October 8, 2018
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Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union redirects incentive payouts on ancillary loan services to contribute to foundation funding.
How To Embed Analytical Minds Across An Organization
October 4, 2018
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Top-Level Takeaways A formal program at Wings Financial teaches participants to be resident BI experts within their business unit. The program length for participants is based on the needs and request of the business units. Wings Financial Credit Union ($4.7B, Apple Valley, MN) reformed its business intelligence and analytics team two years ago with the
5 Small Loans That Make A Big Difference
August 6, 2018
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A loan doesn’t have to be massive to be mighty. These high-impact programs have an outsize effect on members and communities.
What’s In A Name: Strategic Analytics And Member Insights Manager
July 16, 2018
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Mike Lindberg leads a team that unifies business intelligence and focuses on returning value to the members of Wings Financial.
Dave Larson On Leadership
July 1, 2018
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The CEO of Affinity Plus discusses the importance of transparency, the benefit of leading a different kind of team, and the power behind the movement’s voices.
Where Do Online Applications Go?
June 25, 2018
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An updated LOS operating system prompted TruStone Financial to re-evaluate its own loan processes.
Farming For Autos
June 4, 2018
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New economic realities pushed SouthPoint Financial to expand into other segments of its loan portfolio. Here’s how it handled the exponential growth that followed.
Analytics For Action
A monthly collection of Callahan content that, together, addresses a single topic from a variety of perspectives.
Best Of Analytics 2018
Credit unions and every other business vertical are investing in the tools and talent to slice, dice, and deliver on the potential stored in their ...
Which Credit Union In Every State Returns The Most Value To Members?
An interactive graphic by Callahan & Associates highlights ROM leaders by state. Who's tops in your state?
An Incentive For Purpose, Not Personal Gain
Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union redirects incentive payouts on ancillary loan services to contribute to foundation funding.
How To Embed Analytical Minds Across An Organization
Top-Level Takeaways A formal program at Wings Financial teaches participants to be resident BI experts within their business unit. The program length for participants is ...
5 Small Loans That Make A Big Difference
A loan doesn’t have to be massive to be mighty. These high-impact programs have an outsize effect on members and communities.
What’s In A Name: Strategic Analytics And Member Insights Manager
Mike Lindberg leads a team that unifies business intelligence and focuses on returning value to the members of Wings Financial.
Dave Larson On Leadership
The CEO of Affinity Plus discusses the importance of transparency, the benefit of leading a different kind of team, and the power behind the movement’s ...
Where Do Online Applications Go?
An updated LOS operating system prompted TruStone Financial to re-evaluate its own loan processes.
Farming For Autos
New economic realities pushed SouthPoint Financial to expand into other segments of its loan portfolio. Here’s how it handled the exponential growth that followed.
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The Numbers That Matter Most To Credit Unions
Aaron Passman
A look at year-end performance trends reveals how earnings, affordability pressures, and asset quality are redefining the operating environment heading into 2026.
The Affordability Crisis Is Reshaping Credit Union Balance Sheets
Sherry Virden
Members are struggling with an affordability crisis that is changing how they manage debt, and new behaviors are showing up across the credit union loan portfolio.
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Employee Enablement
Callahan & Associates
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.
Asset Quality Takes An Uncomfortable Turn In 2025
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit union asset quality didn’t collapse in 2025 — but it didn’t cooperate, either. What’s going on, and are credit unions prepared to respond in 2026?
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Fraud Prevention And Resolution
Callahan & Associates
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.
Meet The Finalists For The 2026 Innovation Series: Digital Member Engagement
Callahan & Associates
This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.
The American Budget Squeeze
Tony Waltrich
The affordability crisis extends far beyond big-ticket expenses. As the rising cost of basic necessities outpaces income growth, household budgets are under strain and long-term financial stability is increasingly at risk.
Flexibility In The Earnings Model Matters More As Rates Turn
Omar Shalabi
As credit unions move deeper into 2026, the earnings conversation is shifting. Elevated interest rates have boosted margins and strengthened earnings flexibility, but that advantage won’t persist indefinitely.
Credit Unions At A Crossroads: Shifts, Risks, And Opportunities
Callahan & Associates
A radical shift is taking place in the way consumers move money and engage with their financial institution.
Building A ‘Culture’ Of Confidence At MSUFCU
Aaron Passman
How the Michigan-based cooperative’s “Culture of Finance” curriculum is reframing financial education.