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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
Watch and Learn How One CU is Putting the Control in the Hands of the Member
April 21, 2016
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Diana Dykstra, CEO of San Francisco Fire Credit Union ($423m, San Francisco, CA) describes their 2007 strategy for demonstrating the credit union difference – allowing members to set their own rates and create their own accounts.
Unity One’s Three-Pronged Approach to Serve the Hispanic Community
April 21, 2016
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The fastest growing segment of our country’s population represents an oportunidad importante for credit unions.
Branches in Retail Stores Propel Membership, Asset Growth
April 19, 2016
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BECU grew in assets from $3 billion in 1999 to $5 billion in 2004. One catalyst for this growth: 33 new branches built in retail stores.
The Votes Are In: Lake Michigan Credit Union Remains a Credit Union
April 19, 2016
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The $1.1 billion Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU) in Grand Rapids, MI, will remain a credit union after less than two-thirds of voting members cast ballots in favor of a conversion to a mutual savings institution.
Build a Plan, it’s Worth it
April 19, 2016
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What plan did one CU follow that has 30% of their members, well above the national average, using eStatements? Can it help your credit union too?
The Provider Dilemma: Choosing a Partner or Going it Alone
April 19, 2016
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It’s hard to believe that the E-statement industry is already over 3 years old. In that short period of time, the concept has evolved from being a way to save time and money on statement delivery, to a powerful interactive marketing tool. Second generation E-statements are a powerful communication tool that can deliver value to your
Corporates are Key: Investing at State Employees Credit Union (NC)
April 19, 2016
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Last Thursday and Friday, Callahan’s held its Quarterly Credit Union Trendwatch Call with Chip Filson leading a discussion on the latest topics in the credit union industry. Part of the discussion was centered on dealing with the recent large share inflows and managing a growing investment portfolio.
Give Credit Where Credit Is Due
April 19, 2016
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Hear the story of how Wauna Credit Union motivated a member to improve his credit.
Message To The Masses
April 19, 2016
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Electronic delivery channels have expanded credit unions’ reach, but effectively marketing through those services takes its own strategy.
Helping Members Help Each Other
April 19, 2016
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Arizona is one of the hardest hit regions by the mortgage crisis and subsequent economic downturn. In response, Arizona State Credit Union ($1.34B, Phoenix, AZ) is doing what it can to assist members, individually and collectively.
Watch and Learn How One CU is Putting the Control in the Hands of the Member
Diana Dykstra, CEO of San Francisco Fire Credit Union ($423m, San Francisco, CA) describes their 2007 strategy for demonstrating the credit ... Unity One’s Three-Pronged Approach to Serve the Hispanic Community
The fastest growing segment of our country’s population represents an oportunidad importante for credit unions.
Branches in Retail Stores Propel Membership, Asset Growth
BECU grew in assets from $3 billion in 1999 to $5 billion in 2004. One catalyst for this growth: 33 new branches built in retail ...
The Votes Are In: Lake Michigan Credit Union Remains a Credit Union
The $1.1 billion Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU) in Grand Rapids, MI, will remain a credit union after less than two-thirds of voting members cast ...
Build a Plan, it’s Worth it
What plan did one CU follow that has 30% of their members, well above the national average, using eStatements? Can it help your ...
The Provider Dilemma: Choosing a Partner or Going it Alone
It's hard to believe that the E-statement industry is already over 3 years old. In that short period of time, the concept has evolved from ...
Corporates are Key: Investing at State Employees Credit Union (NC)
Last Thursday and Friday, Callahan's held its Quarterly Credit Union Trendwatch Call with Chip Filson leading a discussion on the latest topics in the credit ...
Give Credit Where Credit Is Due
Hear the story of how Wauna Credit Union motivated a member to improve his credit.
Message To The Masses
Electronic delivery channels have expanded credit unions’ reach, but effectively marketing through those services takes its own strategy.
Helping Members Help Each Other
Arizona is one of the hardest hit regions by the mortgage crisis and subsequent economic downturn. In response, Arizona State Credit Union ($1.34B, Phoenix, AZ) ...
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Innovation Only Goes So Far Without Internal Alignment
Marc Rapport
Coastal Credit Union evaluates fintech through the lens of member value, strategic growth, and organizational readiness to implement new ideas.
Future Bets For Fintech
Rebecca Wessler
Credit unions are making decisions about where to build, invest, and partner as they balance today’s priorities with tomorrow’s opportunities.
Future Bets From Today’s Credit Unions
Marc Rapport
Industry leaders share how they approach fintech investment, balancing immediate needs with longer-term bets while keeping member value and mission at the center.
Competing For Gen Z, SMBs, And The Future Of Money
Callahan & Associates
Credit unions that enable seamless movement between fiat and digital assets position themselves as a trusted on- and off-ramp.
The Financial Readiness Gap: Credit Unions Evaluate It Every Day. But Who Builds It?
Callahan & Associates
The credit unions that win the next generation will be the ones that showed up early, when young members were forming habits and deciding whom to trust.
Defending Your Credit Union Against Fraud Means Fighting Fire With Smarter Fire
Callahan & Associates
The challenge is no longer whether to adopt AI, but how to adopt it responsibly with the right governance, the right partners, and the right balance between technology and human oversight.
Digital Assets Are Coming For Payments. Are Credit Unions Ready?
Andrew Lepczyk
McKinsey projects trillions of dollars in growth across digital assets, with money movement emerging as one of the biggest opportunities.
The Long Game For Fintech At FORUM Credit Union
Marc Rapport
The Indiana cooperative blends internal development with selective partnerships to meet members’ needs today now while positioning for what’s next.
Mission Fed Weighs Fintech Returns Against Real-World Fit
Marc Rapport
The San Diego cooperative leans on its CUSO and the CURQL network to make fintech investments, but member needs still guide which solutions ultimately make it into the credit union’s operations.
AI Boot Camp Is More Than Basic Training At Clearview FCU
Aaron Passman
Hands-on work with artificial intelligence tools is future-proofing staff members, giving them the confidence to adopt new technology and embrace efficiencies.