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 Cards Can Help Engage Members
July 8, 2024
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A strong credit card program is an opportunity to meet member needs and build deeper relationships.
Artificial Intelligence Yields Real Results For This Cooperative’s Short-Term Loan Product
June 24, 2024
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Application abandonment and manual overrides drop at First Financial of Maryland FCU after it introduces machine learning to fine-tune its product suite.
The Future Of Finance And Credit Unions: A Seamless Integration Into Daily Life
June 17, 2024
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Discover what the future of finance holds at TruStage Discovery2024, the credit union industry’s largest virtual conference.
The Rise Of The Chief Growth Officer
June 17, 2024
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Credit unions are tapping versatile leaders from diverse backgrounds to take advantage of fresh insights and achieve strategic goals.
Innovative Card Solutions Enhance Member Engagement And Deliver Exceptional Value
June 10, 2024
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A Q&A with the credit card manufacturing company reveals skills and best practices that set it apart.
‘Digital Readiness’ Means Many Things To Many People. What Does It Mean For Your Credit Union?
June 3, 2024
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Member digital experience, effective use of data, and how AI makes them possible are key topics that have credit union executives asking, “Where are we and where are we going?”
5 Lessons For Mega Success With Microinfluencers
May 20, 2024
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Alliant Credit Union’s chief digital and marketing officer offers insights into how the Chicago-based institution has amplified its brand via online partnerships.
True Sky’s Blueprint For Internal And External Change Management
May 13, 2024
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The Oklahoma credit union is deploying new tools that change the game for its staff and its mission-based membership strategies.
Let’s Simplify P2P Payments
May 13, 2024
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Give your members the power to send and receive money with anyone, anywhere, at any time.
Vantage West Works A Side HUSTL
May 6, 2024
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The Arizona-based credit union’s new fintech venture is part of a broader segmentation trend across the financial services industry.
Credit Cards Can Help Engage Members
A strong credit card program is an opportunity to meet member needs and build deeper relationships.
Artificial Intelligence Yields Real Results For This Cooperative’s Short-Term Loan Product
Application abandonment and manual overrides drop at First Financial of Maryland FCU after it introduces machine learning to fine-tune its product suite.
The Future Of Finance And Credit Unions: A Seamless Integration Into Daily Life
Discover what the future of finance holds at TruStage Discovery2024, the credit union industry's largest virtual conference.
The Rise Of The Chief Growth Officer
Credit unions are tapping versatile leaders from diverse backgrounds to take advantage of fresh insights and achieve strategic goals.
Innovative Card Solutions Enhance Member Engagement And Deliver Exceptional Value
A Q&A with the credit card manufacturing company reveals skills and best practices that set it apart.
‘Digital Readiness’ Means Many Things To Many People. What Does It Mean For Your Credit Union?
Member digital experience, effective use of data, and how AI makes them possible are key topics that have credit union executives asking, "Where are we ...
5 Lessons For Mega Success With Microinfluencers
Alliant Credit Union’s chief digital and marketing officer offers insights into how the Chicago-based institution has amplified its brand via online partnerships.
True Sky’s Blueprint For Internal And External Change Management
The Oklahoma credit union is deploying new tools that change the game for its staff and its mission-based membership strategies.
Let’s Simplify P2P Payments
Give your members the power to send and receive money with anyone, anywhere, at any time.
Vantage West Works A Side HUSTL
The Arizona-based credit union’s new fintech venture is part of a broader segmentation trend across the financial services industry.
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Navigant Levels Up Its Data-Driven Branching Strategy
Aaron Passman
The Rhode Island-based credit union is using internal and third-party data to better understand branch traffic patterns and consumer banking behaviors — and the results are paying off far faster than expected.
Great Strategy Requires Trade-Offs
Callahan & Associates
A notable shift is occurring in the industry as credit unions make a choice to refocus on areas in which they can make the greatest impact.
CEO Onboarding: Susan Gruber, UVA Community Credit Union
Marc Rapport
Gruber’s transition to CEO of UVA Community Credit Union brought leadership challenges, cultural shifts, and strategic transformations that all highlight the importance of decisive leadership.
How Mission And Momentum Have Revolutionized Great Lakes Credit Union
Savana Morie
Putting people first has transformed the Illinois-based cooperative into a local powerhouse that stands apart from the competition — and this is only the beginning.
A New Framework For Growth
Callahan & Associates
The first book from Callahan CEO Jon Jeffreys outlines how credit unions can grow and differentiate themselves by putting purpose at the center of their business strategy.
Credit Unions Deliver Impact. Members Are Here For It.
Andrew Lepczyk
Better rates, lower fees, and steadfast community presence are returning real financial results for the credit union movement.
A Year In Review And What Lies Ahead For Credit Unions In 2025
Callahan & Associates
The cooperative industry has shown much resiliency in today’s shifting economic landscape. That sets a strong precedent for weathering whatever might come.
Credit Unions Are Poised For Resilience Despite Challenges
Roman Ojala
Credit union revenue surged amid rising interest rates but is now facing headwinds as loan growth slows, expenses climb, and asset quality weakens — making strategic financial management crucial for sustaining future earnings.
Follow The Data
MANTL
Best practices to encourage employee adoption and overcome change management challenges when implementing new technology across the institution.
Credit Union Asset Quality In 4Q 2024
Sherry Virden
Delinquency and charge-offs are up for credit unions. Does that spell trouble, or is it an opportunity to help members in need?