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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
Best Of April 2018
April 30, 2018
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Based on April traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Financial Life Lessons, Gig Workers, And More
April 30, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Spring Is Strategy Season
April 30, 2018
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The process of strategy requires year-long attention.
A 3-Year Mission To Explore 4 Visions
April 16, 2018
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San Mateo Credit Union’s strategic plan is a primer for how to set goals and stay the course.
5 Design Elements That Influence Member Behavior
April 11, 2018
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Every detail in the member experience sends a message about how they should act. Thoughtful tweaks on the credit union’s part can lead to smarter choices from members.
Prize-Linked Savings, Mergers In 2017, And More
April 9, 2018
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Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Credit Union Mergers In 2017
April 9, 2018
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Total assets at credit unions reached a record high of $1.4 trillion at year-end despite a drop in the number of institutions.
Spring Is Strategy Season
April 6, 2018
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Chris Howard, senior vice president of Callahan & Associates, discusses why spending time today thinking about strategy makes for a more productive planning season in the fall.
A Lot To Learn, A Lot To Share As Credit Unions Confront Tech Change
April 4, 2018
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A day-long meeting at Visa headquarters provides insight into technology challenges.
A New Credit Union For A Membership’s Needs
April 3, 2018
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LGFCU is creating a spinoff credit union to serve growing business services and mobile banking demands within its existing field of membership.
Best Of April 2018
Based on April traffic (and our editorial instincts), here are the top articles and blogs that appeared on CreditUnions.com.
Financial Life Lessons, Gig Workers, And More
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
A 3-Year Mission To Explore 4 Visions
San Mateo Credit Union’s strategic plan is a primer for how to set goals and stay the course.
5 Design Elements That Influence Member Behavior
Every detail in the member experience sends a message about how they should act. Thoughtful tweaks on the credit union’s part can lead to smarter ...
Prize-Linked Savings, Mergers In 2017, And More
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Credit Union Mergers In 2017
Total assets at credit unions reached a record high of $1.4 trillion at year-end despite a drop in the number of institutions.
Spring Is Strategy Season
Chris Howard, senior vice president of Callahan & Associates, discusses why spending time today thinking about strategy makes for a more productive planning season in ...
A Lot To Learn, A Lot To Share As Credit Unions Confront Tech Change
A day-long meeting at Visa headquarters provides insight into technology challenges.
A New Credit Union For A Membership’s Needs
LGFCU is creating a spinoff credit union to serve growing business services and mobile banking demands within its existing field of membership.
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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.
Spring Is Strategy Season