Every Member Has A Story. Here’s How To Use Them.
Lessons from five credit unions on using member impact stories to inspire staff and boards, educate members, and add some pizzazz to social media accounts.
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PSECU Moves MX Up The Org Chart
With all external-facing roles reporting to a central officer, teams are focusing less on function and more on members.
A Different Kind Of ‘Mobile’ Banking
Peoples Advantage’s branch on wheels brings financial services to members who live in regions too rural to sustain a full-service branch.
Credit Unions Face Higher Expectations Than The Competition
May 6, 2024
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A 2022 survey indicates consumers expect credit unions to have a broader suite of products and services than any other type of financial services provider.
Process Improvement Is Job No. 1 At Firefighters First
May 6, 2024
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Five specialists embedded across various departments spot opportunities to improve workflow and the member experience.
Charting The Course For Member-Centric Excellence: PSECU’s Organizational Evolution
May 6, 2024
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With a designated chief member experience officer and specialized roles for the member journey and product experience, PSECU is reshaping how it orchestrates member interactions.
Mega Bank Skips Town, Premier America Steps In
April 29, 2024
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The cooperative boosts its standing with Southern California’s Hispanic community as part of a bid to expand financial inclusion.
Affinity Plus Goes All The Way For A Midway Neighborhood
April 29, 2024
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The Twin Cities credit union closed one neighborhood branch and deepened its commitment in another.
Hyperlocal Help In The Golden State
April 29, 2024
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After conducting in-depth research on income disparity and wealth gaps throughout California, Golden 1 made a five-year, $10 million investment in a local community.
3 Ways Credit Unions Can Compete With Banks Without Cutting Into Margins
April 22, 2024
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The playing field isn’t always even, but credit unions can attract new members, increase deposit volume, and remain viable without sacrificing ethics, standards, or community commitment.
Solar Eclipse Flips The Script On Branch Operations
April 8, 2024
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With a total solar eclipse on the horizon and another not expected for two decades, credit unions across the country are gearing up — even if that means closing down for the day.
Kiona Bell On Leadership
March 18, 2024
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Being in charge of digital delivery and member experience at Credit Union West means knowing how to lead with head and heart.
2024 Innovation Series: Innovations In Member Experience (AI Edition)
March 14, 2024
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Dive into the world of AI-driven member experiences in the Innovations In Member Experience.
Credit Unions Face Higher Expectations Than The Competition
A 2022 survey indicates consumers expect credit unions to have a broader suite of products and services than any other type of financial services provider.
Process Improvement Is Job No. 1 At Firefighters First
Five specialists embedded across various departments spot opportunities to improve workflow and the member experience.
Charting The Course For Member-Centric Excellence: PSECU’s Organizational Evolution
With a designated chief member experience officer and specialized roles for the member journey and product experience, PSECU is reshaping how it orchestrates member interactions.
Mega Bank Skips Town, Premier America Steps In
The cooperative boosts its standing with Southern California’s Hispanic community as part of a bid to expand financial inclusion.
Affinity Plus Goes All The Way For A Midway Neighborhood
The Twin Cities credit union closed one neighborhood branch and deepened its commitment in another.
Hyperlocal Help In The Golden State
After conducting in-depth research on income disparity and wealth gaps throughout California, Golden 1 made a five-year, $10 million investment in a local community.
3 Ways Credit Unions Can Compete With Banks Without Cutting Into Margins
The playing field isn’t always even, but credit unions can attract new members, increase deposit volume, and remain viable without sacrificing ethics, standards, or community ...
Solar Eclipse Flips The Script On Branch Operations
With a total solar eclipse on the horizon and another not expected for two decades, credit unions across the country are gearing up — even ...
Kiona Bell On Leadership
Being in charge of digital delivery and member experience at Credit Union West means knowing how to lead with head and heart.
2024 Innovation Series: Innovations In Member Experience (AI Edition)
Dive into the world of AI-driven member experiences in the Innovations In Member Experience.
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FedChoice Is Ready For The Next Government Shutdown – Whenever It Comes
Aaron Passman
A cross-functional team comprising nearly 20% of staff helped the Maryland-based credit union manage the crisis while staying focused on helping members.
How AI Is Shaping HR For The Next Era
Marc Rapport
Four executives share how they are skilling up and soothing nerves as they navigate the AI revolution in real time.
Now’s The Time For Credit Union Succession Planning
Aaron Passman
The future of leadership starts now. This week, CreditUnions.com is diving into the strategies shaping tomorrow’s talent: from a bold overhaul of succession planning to how credit unions are tackling the AI skills gap.
Is Your Credit Union Making Time For Leadership Development?
Andrew Lepczyk
Assessing skills gaps among leaders and providing time to complete training are major hurdles today, but strong leadership development strategies are essential in building a future-ready credit union.
Aligning Recruitment Efforts With Boardroom Value
Jennie Boden
A report from Quantum Governance reveals a gap between board recruitment priorities and the most valuable skills in governance.
Preparing For 2026: Why The NCUA’s New Succession Planning Rule Elevates The Strategic Role Of Credit Union Boards
Jennie Boden
Fair, transparent succession helps credit unions strengthen board effectiveness, align leadership with strategy, and safeguard member value.
How Patelco Credit Union Simplified Succession Planning
Aaron Passman
The California cooperative moves beyond the 9-box to identify skills, gaps, and opportunities to prepare leaders for what’s next.
Planning For The Future: Ensuring Strong Boards And Leaders Through Succession Planning
Callahan & Associates
The right tools and consistent approach make succession planning simpler for credit union leaders and board members.
3 Popular Case Studies From 2024: Where Are They Now?
Savana Morie
CreditUnions.com revisits three credit unions to learn how their strategies have evolved since their original spotlight and see what’s in store for the future.
5 Lessons About Ground-Level Intelligence From A Rooftop Farm
Alix Patterson
A national leader in urban agriculture shows how front-line insights drive real local impact — and why credit union branches are perfectly positioned to do the same.