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.
P-Cards Bring New Expense Control Tool into the System
April 14, 2016
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Credit unions are implementing purchase card, or p-card, programs to streamline payables, manage cash, and earn on their spending.
Extending the Reach
April 14, 2016
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Looking for new opportunities, we formed a CUSO holding company and within it a marketing company. This marketing company serves credit unions, even banks, has been profitable since inception and has extended our reach to persons otherwise not served.
The Year Of Living Dangerously
April 13, 2016
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Introducing monthly dues was a risky move for Arizona Federal. Yet one year later, the credit union has a more engaged membership as a result.
A Time For CUSOs
April 13, 2016
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NACUSO conference points up innovative opportunities, regulatory challenges for collaborative entrepreneurship in the credit union model.
Taking the High and Low Road to Boosting the Auto Portfolio
April 12, 2016
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Never has the competition for auto loans been so fierce. Find out how one credit union is rethinking strategies to aggressively capture these loans.
Navy Federal’s Wholly-Owned CUSO Focuses on Financial Planning
April 12, 2016
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When Navy Federal decided to form a CUSO to offer investment and insurance services to members, it was a seismic indicator of the changing financial needs of members of the world’s largest credit union. Learn how they set program goals, what services they provide, and what they expect from the future.
First Quarter 2008 Return Of The Member Scores
April 12, 2016
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Credit unions exist to serve members, and the Return of the Member (ROM) scoring system is designed to measure how well credit unions live up to this task.
Service with a Smile
April 12, 2016
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Superior experiences don’t start when members walk through the door; they start when employees commit to WOW service.
Leadership Development By Design
April 12, 2016
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Planning ahead both retains talent and eases the transition when a talented manager leaves.
Find Your Niche! Why Member Segmentation Strategies Are Critical.
April 8, 2016
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How credit unions today are creating more profitable members through segmentation strategies.
P-Cards Bring New Expense Control Tool into the System
Credit unions are implementing purchase card, or p-card, programs to streamline payables, manage cash, and earn on their spending.
Extending the Reach
Looking for new opportunities, we formed a CUSO holding company and within it a marketing company. This marketing company serves credit unions, even banks, has ...
The Year Of Living Dangerously
Introducing monthly dues was a risky move for Arizona Federal. Yet one year later, the credit union has a more engaged membership as a result.
Taking the High and Low Road to Boosting the Auto Portfolio
Never has the competition for auto loans been so fierce. Find out how one credit union is rethinking strategies to aggressively capture these loans.
Navy Federal’s Wholly-Owned CUSO Focuses on Financial Planning
When Navy Federal decided to form a CUSO to offer investment and insurance services to members, it was a seismic indicator of the changing financial ...
First Quarter 2008 Return Of The Member Scores
Credit unions exist to serve members, and the Return of the Member (ROM) scoring system is designed to measure how well credit unions live up ...
Service with a Smile
Superior experiences don’t start when members walk through the door; they start when employees commit to WOW service.
Leadership Development By Design
Planning ahead both retains talent and eases the transition when a talented manager leaves.
Find Your Niche! Why Member Segmentation Strategies Are Critical.
How credit unions today are creating more profitable members through segmentation strategies.
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UVA Community Tackles Teen Banking
Marc Rapport
The credit union integrates financial education with products tailored to young people to help these members build confidence and independence.
Basic Checking Gets A Competitive Upgrade
Callahan & Associates
Boost loyalty with lifestyle checking accounts that offer perks like telehealth, ID protection, and travel discounts.
¿Habla Finance? At WECU, Employees Are Learning.
Aaron Passman
Language training at the Pacific Northwest credit union is laying the groundwork to better serve Spanish speakers in the region.
Lori Smith On Leadership
Marc Rapport
The seasoned CHRO shares insights about intention, inclusion, and more from State Farm to United Way to Community First Credit Union.
Amid Trade Uncertainty, Fed Remains Noncommittal
Jason Haley
Look beyond the headlines to better understand what is driving current market trends and how they could impact your credit union’s investment portfolio.
5 Takeaways From Trendwatch
Andrew Lepczyk
With economic uncertainty on the horizon, credit union members are moving money into lower-term deposits and paying down debt, helping to boost margins and lower delinquency across the industry.
Don’t Wait For Data. FirstLook Analysis Is Available Today.
Callahan & Associates
Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.
Compliance Without Compromise
Callahan & Associates
Leveraging cutting-edge technology, like AI automation and intelligent document processing, can streamline portfolio protection, minimize disruptions, and ensure accuracy.
Meet Engaged Elena, An Ideal Member At Solarity Credit Union
Savana Morie
A data-rich segmentation strategy and member personas have transformed everything from product design to branch operations at the Washington cooperative.
A Time For CUSOs