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How To Build AI Strategy In Real Time (Part 1)
Six credit union leaders share how they are balancing innovation and governance while deploying new tools.
2 Hot Takes On Member Growth
Member growth is slowing. What can credit unions do about it? Callahan experts explore how purpose and financial wellbeing might be the key to sustainable
Exit Interview: Maurice Smith, Local Government FCU
March 7, 2023
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A half-century of service hasn’t come completely to an end for this pioneer of credit union innovation and diversity.
4 Fundamental Elements Every Spring Strategy Session Needs
March 7, 2023
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Fall business planning sessions are operational in nature. Spring strategy sessions are all about relevance and impact.
What’s In A Name: Chief Data And Planning Officer
March 6, 2023
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Matthew Reidy helps Sandia Laboratory FCU leverage the power of data to increase innovation and member value.
3 Takeaways From Day 2 Of The 2023 CUNA GAC
March 1, 2023
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DEI, financial wellbeing, and economic uncertainty were the big topics of the day.
4 Takeaways From Day 1 Of The 2023 CUNA GAC
February 28, 2023
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The battle for fee income, the crucial role of impact, and more were all highlights of the first day’s sessions in Washington.
Leveraging your Budgeting and Planning Processes to Optimize Performance in Today’s Environment
February 13, 2023
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As Credit Unions plan for 2023, 2024 and beyond, they are trying to figure out how to optimize performance in the face of uncertain times. Will interest rates continue to rise or will rates actually start to level off and maybe even decline, will the tight labor market and rising labor costs continue to push
CEO Onboarding: Laurie Butz, Capital Credit Union
January 23, 2023
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Listen before acting, and honor the past while embracing the future — words of wisdom to help a new chief executive settle into the role.
An Educated Board Tops Priorities For The Summit In 2023
December 12, 2022
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A Callahan survey finds staffing, efficiency, and measuring impact are favored initiatives for the year ahead.
Unitus Spreads Out, Employees Get Comfortable
November 28, 2022
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The Oregon cooperative is creating a network of nerve centers to empower collaboration, create efficiencies, and reduce commutes.
The Rise Of The Chief Of Staff
November 9, 2022
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Leadership support at the executive level is popping up on org charts and growing in popularity among large organizations, even credit unions. TDECU’s new chief of staff shares her experiences, career path, and advice for doing the job.
Exit Interview: Maurice Smith, Local Government FCU
A half-century of service hasn’t come completely to an end for this pioneer of credit union innovation and diversity.
4 Fundamental Elements Every Spring Strategy Session Needs
Fall business planning sessions are operational in nature. Spring strategy sessions are all about relevance and impact.
What’s In A Name: Chief Data And Planning Officer
Matthew Reidy helps Sandia Laboratory FCU leverage the power of data to increase innovation and member value.
3 Takeaways From Day 2 Of The 2023 CUNA GAC
DEI, financial wellbeing, and economic uncertainty were the big topics of the day.
4 Takeaways From Day 1 Of The 2023 CUNA GAC
The battle for fee income, the crucial role of impact, and more were all highlights of the first day’s sessions in Washington.
Leveraging your Budgeting and Planning Processes to Optimize Performance in Today’s Environment
As Credit Unions plan for 2023, 2024 and beyond, they are trying to figure out how to optimize performance in the face of uncertain times. ...
CEO Onboarding: Laurie Butz, Capital Credit Union
Listen before acting, and honor the past while embracing the future — words of wisdom to help a new chief executive settle into the role.
An Educated Board Tops Priorities For The Summit In 2023
A Callahan survey finds staffing, efficiency, and measuring impact are favored initiatives for the year ahead.
Unitus Spreads Out, Employees Get Comfortable
The Oregon cooperative is creating a network of nerve centers to empower collaboration, create efficiencies, and reduce commutes.
The Rise Of The Chief Of Staff
Leadership support at the executive level is popping up on org charts and growing in popularity among large organizations, even credit unions. TDECU’s new chief ...
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Markets Flip From Pricing Cuts To 50% Chance Of Hikes
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Keep The Mortgage. Ditch The Fees.
Savana Morie
A rethink of closing costs, rate relief, and employer partnerships helped 7 17 Credit Union build an affordable housing mortgage program that works.
Home Is Where The Heart (And More) Is
Aaron Passman
Where is mortgage growth coming from right now? This week, CreditUnions.com covers a mix of home equity campaigns, targeted affordability programs, and niche lending strategies that are bringing borrowers back into the market.
3 Ways To Market For HELOC Success
Aaron Passman
Home equity lending is a winning option for credit unions in today’s mortgage environment. Learn how three different shops meet members’ needs.
Small House, Big Opportunity: 2 Takes On Manufactured Home Loans
Aaron Passman
Manufactured home loans can provide members access to affordable housing, including those in rural areas. Two credit unions share how they approach the niche product.
Mortgage Lending Is Back, But It Looks Different
Tony Waltrich
After a prolonged slowdown, signs of life are returning to mortgage lending. Growth is uneven, with first-time buyers and shifting rate dynamics driving activity in select segments.
MSUFCU Turns A Break In Payments Into A Member Experience Moment
Aaron Passman
The Michigan cooperative keeps everyday payments working and members happy by using a common friction point to build brand loyalty.
Insights From The Outside: Don Rositano
Marc Rapport
How a former Sam’s Club finance leader adapted his member-first mindset to a not-for-profit credit union.
What’s In A Name: Vice President Of History And Culture
Aaron Passman
How a novel role instills SchoolsFirst FCU’s future leaders with an appreciation for its past.
Growth Is A Mindset, But Success Is In The Contract
Callahan & Associates
Arriba Advisors co-founder Tom Russell explores how credit unions can bridge the gap between a growth mindset and their technical reality.