Aligning Recruitment Efforts With Boardroom Value
A report from Quantum Governance reveals a gap between board recruitment priorities and the most valuable skills in governance.
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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
Fresh Perspective on Business Continuity: SVP of Planning & Member Service
April 29, 2016
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William Cook, Senior Vice President for Planning & Member Service, Northwest Federal Credit Union, lays out his approach of working with employees to create a culture of awareness on business continuity.
Not All Negative – Northeast Credit Union Sees Record Growth
April 29, 2016
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At the end of 2008 Northeast Credit Union ($643M in Portsmouth, NH) posted 29.8% loan growth, 19.6% share growth and 20.5% member growth. A conversation with their President and CEO, Peter Kavalauskas, revealed the dedication to the cooperative’s success through new initiatives, solid execution, and an excellent market.
The Best Way to Grow Members in 2009
April 29, 2016
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Bank mergers and acquisitions, both large and small, provide a crucial opportunity for increasing membership and deposits in credit unions, as typically twenty percent of the disappearing bank’s deposits will change financial institutions within a year.
Looking Bad With a One-Time Hit
April 29, 2016
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In the short-term, Mountain America’s ROA plunges but the merger that caused it looks like a long-term winner.
These are Not Statistics; These are Our Members
April 29, 2016
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GTE FCU was founded in 1935 as the credit union for the Peninsular Telephone Company. Headquartered in Tampa, GTE FCU is now the fourth largest credit union in Florida and with more than $2.1 billion in assets one of the largest 60 credit unions in the country. Unfortunately, Tampa was one of the first areas hit with the “credit crisis,” trouble in housing arriving in 2007.
Keeping the Lines of Communication Open with your Valued SEGS
April 29, 2016
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The opportunity for face-to-face interaction with SEG employees is becoming increasingly scarce. What methods can credit unions employ to gain the attention of key decision-makers and potential members at these organizations?
Reorienting a CU
April 28, 2016
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Pat Smith developed a successful plan that gave Unitus Community CU added recognition in the Portland area.
Attacking the Soft Areas
April 28, 2016
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Despite excellent local penetration and a healthy economy, Citizens Equity First Credit Union (CEFCU) has identified three weaknesses about it-self and is determined to improve them.
Capital Options: One Credit Union’s Innovative Solution
April 28, 2016
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One of the most important issues facing credit unions today is capital options. San Francisco Fire CU has developed an innovative solution in the form of their Member Capital Account.
2Q Results of Two Leading Credit Unions Reflect Strong Commitment to Members
April 28, 2016
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Pentagon and SchoolsFirst post strong second quarter results but how they are achieving such healthy results – by delivering exceptional member value – is more noteworthy.
Fresh Perspective on Business Continuity: SVP of Planning & Member Service
William Cook, Senior Vice President for Planning & Member Service, Northwest Federal Credit Union, lays out his approach of working with employees to create a ...
Not All Negative – Northeast Credit Union Sees Record Growth
At the end of 2008 Northeast Credit Union ($643M in Portsmouth, NH) posted 29.8% loan growth, 19.6% share growth and 20.5% member growth. A conversation ...
The Best Way to Grow Members in 2009
Bank mergers and acquisitions, both large and small, provide a crucial opportunity for increasing membership and deposits in credit unions, as typically twenty percent of ...
Looking Bad With a One-Time Hit
In the short-term, Mountain America's ROA plunges but the merger that caused it looks like a long-term winner.
These are Not Statistics; These are Our Members
GTE FCU was founded in 1935 as the credit union for the Peninsular Telephone Company. Headquartered in Tampa, GTE FCU is now the fourth largest ...
Keeping the Lines of Communication Open with your Valued SEGS
The opportunity for face-to-face interaction with SEG employees is becoming increasingly scarce. What methods can credit unions employ to gain the attention of key decision-makers ...
Reorienting a CU
Pat Smith developed a successful plan that gave Unitus Community CU added recognition in the Portland area.
Attacking the Soft Areas
Despite excellent local penetration and a healthy economy, Citizens Equity First Credit Union (CEFCU) has identified three weaknesses about it-self and is determined to improve ...
Capital Options: One Credit Union’s Innovative Solution
One of the most important issues facing credit unions today is capital options. San Francisco Fire CU has developed an innovative solution in the form ...
2Q Results of Two Leading Credit Unions Reflect Strong Commitment to Members
Pentagon and SchoolsFirst post strong second quarter results but how they are achieving such healthy results – by delivering exceptional member value - is more ...
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Takeaways From Day 1 Of GAC
Aaron Passman
From new attitudes to new ways of thinking about service delivery, here’s a look at the first day of the industry’s biggest event.
Credit Union Storytelling With A Mission Focus
Marc Rapport
Storytelling drives growth and loyalty at Navy Federal, where real member experiences become narratives that strengthen trust, reinforce value, and build lasting relationships.
How Lake Trust Turns Member Experiences Into Brand Strategy
Savana Morie
From where stories come from to how they’re produced and distributed, Lake Trust shares how authentic member narratives strengthen its brand and show what “positive impact” looks like in action.
How An Internal Storyteller Fuels Member Growth At Navy Federal
Marc Rapport
An expert in user experience turns complex problems and opportunities into narratives that guide leaders toward confident decisions and growth-focused investment.
At Ardent Credit Union, Deposits Are A ‘Slam Dunk’
Aaron Passman
The Philadelphia-area cooperative scores among rate-shopping members with a co-branded certificate that links savings returns to college basketball results.
The Strategic Case For Rethinking Credit Card Issuing
Callahan & Associates
The credit unions that will win the next decade of card growth are those that treat credit cards not as one time product launches but as dynamic ecosystems requiring continuous investment.
What Gen Z Is Really Looking For In A Credit Union
Callahan & Associates
Gen Z’s faith in traditional institutions gives credit unions a rich opportunity to serve as a key source of financial guidance.
What’s Job No. 2?
Aaron Passman
CreditUnions.com is all-in on growth and marketing this week, spotlighting real-world strategies that help cooperatives serve members for life, invest in people, expand their impact, and more.
Community Financial Institutions Need A New Playbook To Combat Scams
Callahan & Associates
Fraud is increasing and becoming more sophisticated – and it’s often not caught until it’s too late.
The Numbers That Matter Most To Credit Unions
Aaron Passman
A look at year-end performance trends reveals how earnings, affordability pressures, and asset quality are redefining the operating environment heading into 2026.