Term Limits Build Governance Prowess At A Minnesota Credit Union
A new board strategy at Affinity Plus FCU results in new levels of engagement and diversity.
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5 Valuable Governance Guidelines To Adopt Today
Constructive action and positive impact are the product of a board engaged in servant leadership — the true calling of a Class A board.
8 Steps For Building A Purpose-Driven Growth Strategy
A well-defined purpose drives member and employee engagement, which in turn drives sustainable growth.
Delta Community: Building Trust through “Home Loan Specialists”
April 19, 2016
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One-on-one conversations between members and Delta Community’s “home loan specialists” helps strengthen member relationships with the credit union.
Weaving into the Fabric of a FOM: Interview with Maurice Smith
April 19, 2016
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Local Government FCU is using creative means for making itself an integral part of its FOM, local government and their employees in North Carolina.
Persevering through Economic Adversity and Natural Disasters
April 19, 2016
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Over the past 15 years, Visions Federal Credit Union has coped with an extended local recession and a “500 year” flood. But through these difficulties, the credit union, its members and the larger economy have forged stronger ties that can weather any storm.
Building Technology into Our Industry’s Future
April 19, 2016
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A CUSO between Level 9, a private company, and New England Federal Credit Union ($679M in Williston, VT) specializing in credit union website development, has worked with over 75 credit unions, providing them with website solutions and brand integration strategies.
Tell Your Friends about Travis
April 19, 2016
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Travis Credit Union takes a comprehensive Web 2.0 approach in reaching younger members, including launching a contest through YouTube and establishing a presence on Facebook.
Of CUSOs And Big Data
April 19, 2016
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The collaborative model is the best and perhaps only way credit unions can compete in the critical realm of business intelligence and the Big Data it requires.
It Takes A Village To Sustain A Village
April 18, 2016
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The best of the best? Whats that mean? Serving everyone is the ultimate sustainable model for capitalism and for credit unions, the original crowdfunders.
Clear Connections Emerge Between CUSO Activity And Diversified Earnings
April 18, 2016
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Here’s how CUSOs and sales to secondary markets affect non-interest income.
Interview with Amy Sink: Meeting Challenges in Indiana
April 15, 2016
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Amy Sink, CFO of Teachers CU in South Bend, IN, spoke with Credit Union Strategy & Performance editor Brooke Stoddard in early March on the challenges and opportunties her credit union faces in 2009.
An Innovative Approach to Measuring Member Satisfaction
April 15, 2016
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The Net Promoter® Score is a metric that measures how likely your members will recommend the credit union. Where does your credit union fall on the scale? Are your members promoters or detractors?
Delta Community: Building Trust through “Home Loan Specialists”
One-on-one conversations between members and Delta Community’s “home loan specialists” helps strengthen member relationships with the credit union.
Weaving into the Fabric of a FOM: Interview with Maurice Smith
Local Government FCU is using creative means for making itself an integral part of its FOM, local government and their employees in North Carolina.
Persevering through Economic Adversity and Natural Disasters
Over the past 15 years, Visions Federal Credit Union has coped with an extended local recession and a “500 year” flood. But through these difficulties, ...
Building Technology into Our Industry’s Future
A CUSO between Level 9, a private company, and New England Federal Credit Union ($679M in Williston, VT) specializing in credit union website development, has ...
Tell Your Friends about Travis
Travis Credit Union takes a comprehensive Web 2.0 approach in reaching younger members, including launching a contest through YouTube and establishing a presence on Facebook.
It Takes A Village To Sustain A Village
The best of the best? Whats that mean? Serving everyone is the ultimate sustainable model for capitalism and for credit unions, the original crowdfunders.
Clear Connections Emerge Between CUSO Activity And Diversified Earnings
Here’s how CUSOs and sales to secondary markets affect non-interest income.
Interview with Amy Sink: Meeting Challenges in Indiana
Amy Sink, CFO of Teachers CU in South Bend, IN, spoke with Credit Union Strategy & Performance editor Brooke Stoddard in early March on the ...
An Innovative Approach to Measuring Member Satisfaction
The Net Promoter® Score is a metric that measures how likely your members will recommend the credit union. Where does your credit union fall on ...
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Unpacking The Surge In Credit Union Operating Expenses
Tony Waltrich
Credit unions face rising costs from compensation and services — can they balance investment with efficiency to sustain member value?
Credit Unions Are Seizing Opportunities In Commercial Real Estate
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As commercial real estate rebounds, credit unions face a choice: let operational bottlenecks slow deals, or leverage efficiency tools to capture market opportunities faster.
Member Momentum Is At A Crossroads
Sherry Virden
Member growth at U.S. credit unions is slowing, and credit unions are working to reignite growth, deepen engagement, and increase competitiveness amid shifting preferences and economic headwinds.
Should Credit Unions Be Pessimistic Or Optimistic About The Economy?
Andrew Lepczyk
Mixed signals have left many confused about the state of the U.S. economy. Credit union leaders must evaluate competing economic narratives and position their institutions accordingly.
Credit Union Asset Quality At Mid-Year 2025
Omar Shalabi
Delinquencies climbed across loan types in the second quarter, reversing gains made in the first three months of the year.
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Innovation At The Speed Of Payments (Part 2)
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Credit union leaders share how they’re navigating the fast lane of payments innovation — balancing speed, trust, and tech to meet rising member expectations.
Innovation At The Speed Of Payments (Part 1)
Marc Rapport
Credit union leaders share how they’re navigating the fast lane of payments innovation—balancing speed, trust, and tech to meet rising member expectations.
Markets Remain Relatively Immune To Political Headlines, Odds Of September Rate Cut Increase
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact credit union investment portfolios.
Of CUSOs And Big Data