3 Ways To Build A Better Member Experience
Credit unions improve the member experience through training, bilingual service, and bold branch strategies. Explore three stories that show what it takes to connect.
Retail & Member Experience
Our Retail & Member Experience page is the place to find credit union insights on branching, contact centers, teller technology, websites, and more.
Top Retail & Member Experience Articles
A High-Tech Branch For High Tech Students
A credit union branch at Lamar Institute of Technology combines products, education, and philanthropy to support job training and technical education in Southeastern Texas.
What’s In A Name: Chief Product Officer
Bay FCU’s Brooke Morley improves communication and collaboration across departments to offer members the products they want and need.
First Harvest Takes Charge Of Member Experience
January 29, 2024
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The credit union jettisoned an outsourcing arrangement and hired more than 20 call center employees to unify retail and direct banking under a single member experience.
Get Inspired: How 4 Different Branch Experiences Support High-Touch Service
January 15, 2024
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Retail leaders share photos and insights from their latest branch designs.
Does Service Suffer With A Smaller Branch Footprint?
January 15, 2024
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A side-by-side look at the nationwide branch footprints of credit unions versus banks.
Jimmy Lovelace On Leadership
January 15, 2024
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The chief experience officer helps Community First realize the benefits of humanizing the sales and service processes.
Best Of 2023: Building Vibrant Communities
December 26, 2023
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No matter how a credit union defines its community, strengthening that common bond is a major role for credit unions.
PSECU Moves MX Up The Org Chart
November 20, 2023
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With all external-facing roles reporting to a central officer, teams are focusing less on function and more on members.
Digital Issuance: Enhancing Experiences And Recovering Revenue
November 13, 2023
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Credit unions can make themselves top of wallet by meeting member demand for convenience and speed.
The Rise Of The Member Experience Analyst
November 6, 2023
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At Langley FCU, a designated role monitors member feedback and works across the organization to ensure the credit union meets expectations.
Upgrading Member Satisfaction: 4 Essentials For A Modern Payments Experience
November 6, 2023
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Key areas to strengthen a seamless banking experience across all deposit channels.
Dort Financial Branches Out To Florida As Flagler Credit Union
November 6, 2023
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The Michigan-based cooperative is finalizing its acquisition of a community bank with West Palm Beach locations.
First Harvest Takes Charge Of Member Experience
The credit union jettisoned an outsourcing arrangement and hired more than 20 call center employees to unify retail and direct banking under a single member ...
Get Inspired: How 4 Different Branch Experiences Support High-Touch Service
Retail leaders share photos and insights from their latest branch designs.
Does Service Suffer With A Smaller Branch Footprint?
A side-by-side look at the nationwide branch footprints of credit unions versus banks.
Jimmy Lovelace On Leadership
The chief experience officer helps Community First realize the benefits of humanizing the sales and service processes.
Best Of 2023: Building Vibrant Communities
No matter how a credit union defines its community, strengthening that common bond is a major role for credit unions.
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.
Digital Issuance: Enhancing Experiences And Recovering Revenue
Credit unions can make themselves top of wallet by meeting member demand for convenience and speed.
The Rise Of The Member Experience Analyst
At Langley FCU, a designated role monitors member feedback and works across the organization to ensure the credit union meets expectations.
Upgrading Member Satisfaction: 4 Essentials For A Modern Payments Experience
Key areas to strengthen a seamless banking experience across all deposit channels.
Dort Financial Branches Out To Florida As Flagler Credit Union
The Michigan-based cooperative is finalizing its acquisition of a community bank with West Palm Beach locations.
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Credit Union Data Predicts Who Will Win Super Bowl 2026
Andrew Lepczyk
As Super Bowl LX nears, the Callahan Bowl prediction model says the Seahawks will see green en route to the Lombardi Trophy.
140 Million Reasons To Lend
Aaron Passman
Lending is evolving, and credit unions are adapting. This week, CreditUnions.com examines how shifting economic conditions are reshaping lending strategies.
Rethinking Auto Lending And The Choices Facing Credit Union Leaders
Callahan & Associates
Affordability pressures, extended loan terms, and shifting vehicle values are forcing institutions to look beyond familiar structures and reconsider how to balance risk and return.
What Credit Unions Can Do NOW To Launch And Expand Student Lending Programs
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions are uniquely well-positioned to guide members through uncertainty and fill essential funding gaps.
What Would A 10% Credit Card Rate Cap Mean For Credit Unions And Members?
Andrew Lepczyk
A closer look at the trade-offs of mandated lower credit card rates reveals a delicate balance between portfolio health and member access.
5 Tucson Credit Unions Join Forces For Affordable Housing
Savana Morie
A handful of regional credit unions pair up with the GoWest Foundation to offer 100% financing for eligible borrowers.
4 Important Exceptions To Track For Commercial Lending
Callahan & Associates
Learn how to identify, track, and manage four commercial lending exceptions to reduce risk, strengthen compliance, and streamline operations.
The Personal Loan Landscape Has Shifted
Aaron Passman
Declining savings rates and rising financial pressure are reshaping why members borrow, pushing credit unions to rethink lending strategies.
Simplify Credit Card Issuing For Sustainable Growth
Callahan & Associates
How can credit unions stay true to their mission while evolving to meet modern needs?
Will Ultra-Low Interest Rates Improve Housing Affordability?
Andrew Lepczyk
Ultra-low rates might feel like a boost to affordability, but they can create unintended challenges that ripple through housing markets, lenders, and the members credit unions serve.