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.
Retail & Member Experience
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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.
5 Takeaways From Day 1 Of Future Branches 2024
December 5, 2024
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Financial wellness, AI, and a fresh coat of paint are all making a major impact for credit unions and banks across the country.
AI Beyond The Bot: How To Introduce AI Across Your Agent And Member Experiences
December 4, 2024
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Since generative AI burst onto the scene in 2022, AI chatbots or virtual agents have dominated the headlines—becoming a top investment priority for businesses across the customer experience landscape. While AI chatbots represent one key element of a modern member experience strategy, they’re just the beginning when it comes to creating a truly differentiated end-to-end
Mortgages For The Military, Members For Life
November 11, 2024
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Credit union leaders share how they navigate a successful VA loan program and address challenges veterans face.
Help On The Homefront
November 11, 2024
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Military and corporate moves often require lending support. Credit unions are there to offer it.
Member Experience Gets An Upgrade
November 3, 2024
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Six credit unions offer their insights on what’s new in MX and what’s on the horizon for 2025 and beyond.
Physical Branch, Digital Service
November 3, 2024
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Affinity Plus builds member engagement by focusing equally on a modern brick-and-mortar network plus the latest technologies for members and staff alike.
Why Do Banking Deserts Exist? How Can Credit Unions Fix Them?
November 3, 2024
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Understanding what constitutes a banking desert can help credit unions determine branching and outreach strategies for underserved communities.
From Toasters To Technology: Enhancing Your Member Experience
November 3, 2024
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Service, innovation, and data don’t just enhance the member experience — they ensure relevancy and success in the future.
Core Processing, Innovation, and Collaboration in the Credit Union Industry with Geoff Johnson at CU*Answers
October 29, 2024
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In this Partner Perspective, Callahan & Associates and Geoff Johnson, CEO of CU*Answers, explore how the credit union landscape has evolved over the past decade, especially in digital transformation. Reflecting on the past offers a chance to look ahead, and Johnson shares insights into the technological challenges cooperatives may face in the next five to
Personalization In Account Opening: How Technology And Personal Service Can Coexist
October 28, 2024
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When properly used, cross-sell features in the account opening process can strengthen banking interactions.
5 Takeaways From Day 1 Of Future Branches 2024
Financial wellness, AI, and a fresh coat of paint are all making a major impact for credit unions and banks across the country.
AI Beyond The Bot: How To Introduce AI Across Your Agent And Member Experiences
Since generative AI burst onto the scene in 2022, AI chatbots or virtual agents have dominated the headlines—becoming a top investment priority for businesses across ...
Mortgages For The Military, Members For Life
Credit union leaders share how they navigate a successful VA loan program and address challenges veterans face.
Help On The Homefront
Military and corporate moves often require lending support. Credit unions are there to offer it.
Member Experience Gets An Upgrade
Six credit unions offer their insights on what’s new in MX and what’s on the horizon for 2025 and beyond.
Physical Branch, Digital Service
Affinity Plus builds member engagement by focusing equally on a modern brick-and-mortar network plus the latest technologies for members and staff alike.
Why Do Banking Deserts Exist? How Can Credit Unions Fix Them?
Understanding what constitutes a banking desert can help credit unions determine branching and outreach strategies for underserved communities.
From Toasters To Technology: Enhancing Your Member Experience
Service, innovation, and data don’t just enhance the member experience — they ensure relevancy and success in the future.
Core Processing, Innovation, and Collaboration in the Credit Union Industry with Geoff Johnson at CU*Answers
In this Partner Perspective, Callahan & Associates and Geoff Johnson, CEO of CU*Answers, explore how the credit union landscape has evolved over the past decade, ...
Personalization In Account Opening: How Technology And Personal Service Can Coexist
When properly used, cross-sell features in the account opening process can strengthen banking interactions.
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What Should Credit Unions Know About Stablecoins?
Andrew Lepczyk
Congress is considering new legislation around cryptocurrency, and these new tools could have profound implications for the industry.
Michigan Legacy Takes A Scientific Approach To Spotting Elder Financial Abuse
Savana Morie
A partnership with the Institute of Gerontology at Wayne State University has helped the credit union reduce reports of elder fraud by as much as 50%.
Why This HR Team Adopted A Different Kind Of Stay Interview
Savana Morie
Faced with post-pandemic talent challenges, Desert Financial put a new spin on gathering and responding to employee feedback.
Build Resilience, Not Roadmaps: 5 Strategic Planning Priorities For 2026 And Beyond
Jay Johnson
From employee engagement to community impact and beyond, these are the initiatives credit unions must focus on to stay aligned and prepared for the challenges ahead.
Tech-Grown CEOs Share Fintech Partnership Strategies (Part 2)
Marc Rapport
Three more credit union chiefs with tech backgrounds show how they adapt and innovate – and how other cooperatives can, too.
Tech-Grown CEOs Share Fintech Partnership Strategies (Part 1)
Marc Rapport
Credit union chiefs with tech backgrounds show how they adapt and innovate – and how other cooperatives can, too.
Virtual Cards: More Than Just A Trend
Callahan & Associates
The next evolution in consumer payments — and credit unions that wait risk falling behind.
Credit Unions, Fintechs Join Forces For Inaugural Event
Savana Morie
Suncoast Credit Union, in partnership with WithClutch and ModernFI, hosted its inaugural Create 2025 summit in May. Attendees included eight credit unions and nine fintech companies.
4 Ways to Make Your Digital Experience Work Harder for Members
Callahan & Associates
Digital experiences must be a direct reflection of the care and service credit unions are known for. Here’s where to start.
Service Credit Union Launches CUSO For Fintech Investments
Savana Morie
The New Hampshire cooperative recently launched Service Ventures, an independent investment arm that aims to work with startups that share a commitment to operational efficiency and member experience.