In episode No. 635, Callahan senior industry analyst Michelle Parker shares how credit unions in Iowa, Arkansas, Ohio, and Mississippi lead the nation in mortgage lending growth.
Careful underwriting, default insurance, and other best practices are helping credit unions beat national loan default rates and introduce bundled products that create lifetime relationships with college grads.
Michigan’s Genisys Credit Union meets member needs while boosting its bottom line.
The chief financial officer of First Community in Texas talks about questioning authority, the regulatory environment, and the future of credit unions.
Listerhill Credit Union sees opportunity for loan and membership growth in Tennessee. But expanding from its single, merger-acquired location to a broader, contiguous footprint is a difficult play.
Listerhill Credit Union is among the financial institutions questioning the protective benefits of EMV and asking “what’s the rush?” to shift.
Listerhill Credit Union relies on regular conversation instead of yearly check-ins.
Simplot Employees Credit Union uses new tools to stay old school with a single branch and sponsor.
The Illinois credit union has a lower-than-average reliance on non-interest income and plans to increase those revenue streams in the coming years.
The vice president of human resources at SECU of Maryland shares insights on managing HR through organizational change, branch modernization, and shifts in brand and culture.
Half of Americans feel financially secure, yet one in five is suffering. A consortium of credit unions is changing the narrative by focusing on emotional engagement and trust.
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
After an anxious 2025, CFOs and observers across the industry are preparing for the year ahead — for better or for worse.
Quality payments are a hallmark of the ACH Network. Follow the rules and do right by members.
The next big storm in the Gulf isn’t an “if,” it’s a “when,” but the small Gulf-area credit union has a plan to help the community get back on its feet when the time comes.
Craft breweries demonstrate how commitment to value, operational agility, and community focus can ignite growth and drive property.
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Discover how First Alliance Credit Union is redefining success by putting values and member needs at the heart of everything it does.
Inflation, debt, and income inequality are fueling a K-shaped, post-pandemic recovery, widening the gap between different economic segments and challenging lower-income households.