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Beyond Blaine: Retirement And Succession

In May 2016, industry maverick Jim Blaine announced his retirement from State Employees’ Credit Union. His successor, longtime SECU executive Mike Lord, was named soon after. In this ongoing series, CreditUnions.com details Blaine’s history with the credit union and the movement, how SECU arrived at a successor, and what’s next under Lord for the $30 billion institution.

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About Ed Callahan…

In the final analysis you can say many things about a man’s life… some men are admired, some are respected, some are envied, some are feared… and countless other adjectives and accolades. But, in the final analysis, the most important thing you can say about a great man is… he will be missed.

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Beyond Blaine: Retirement And Succession

In May 2016, industry maverick Jim Blaine announced his retirement from State Employees’ Credit Union. His successor, longtime SECU executive Mike Lord, was named soon ...
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How To Eliminate Fees And Improve The Member Experience

Coastal FCU cut 20 fees worth $600,000 in annual income. Here’s how the credit union will make it all back — and then some.
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How 4 Credit Unions Beat The Branch Doldrums

The credit union branch network continues to grow, with different strategies across the map.
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Leaders In Branch & ATM Network

Which 10 credit unions top the list for largest branching network?
Industry Insights

Indirect Lending Grows Its Direct Impact On Credit Unions

New car balances take up more of the portfolio, but big credit unions find big business in indirect lending.
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About Ed Callahan…

In the final analysis you can say many things about a man's life… some men are admired, some are respected, some are envied, some are ...
Industry Insights

Collaboration And Credit Union Survival

Small credit union roundtable kicks off ACUC with discussion on business and thought collaboration, and on the loss of intellectual capital.
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How Local Government Federal Credit Union Ensures Equal Pay

The North Carolina credit union closes the gender gap with transparency and a market-based salary structure.
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How A Little Innovation Helps Coastal FCU Support Budding Businesses

A partnership with a business incubator puts the North Carolina credit union in touch with 220 companies and 900 employees.
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Co-Op Principles from the Very Beginning

Local Government Federal Credit Union makes known its dedication to cooperative principles in the marketplace.
Membership And Annual Member Growth, 06.30.25

2 Hot Takes On Member Growth

Member growth is slowing. What can credit unions do about it? Callahan experts explore how purpose and financial wellbeing might be the key to sustainable member growth.

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