Funding Job Training With A Twist
A small Ohio credit union includes income replacement in a loan package aimed at spurring personal and community economic development.
A small Ohio credit union includes income replacement in a loan package aimed at spurring personal and community economic development.
Partnerships with two startups add innovative college selection tool and student loan repayment benefit boost to college-bound members and credit union employees.
By offering both in-school and refinance lending, credit unions can appeal to members at multiple stages of life and establish a genuine opportunity for long-term relationships.
Credit unions have carved out a strong niche in providing responsible lending that fills a critical need for many thousands of families ever year.
First Tech FCU goes all in on student debt refinancing, with a suite of products and a team of in-house advisors working to meet specific needs of members.
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Student lending at credit unions increased 14.0% to $4.0 billion in the first quarter of 2018. Test your knowledge of student lending in this data quiz.
Credit unions can help their employees via targeted financial education and repayment assistance, and potentially strengthen SEG relationships, with new benefits tied to student loans.
Five can’t-miss data points this week on CreditUnions.com.
Student lending at credit unions was up 13.7% in third quarter 2017.

St. Cloud Financial is betting on digital assets to protect member relationships and future relevance. It’s picked up lessons for other leaders along the way.

Traditional risk tools alone aren’t enough. Portfolio protection must evolve to meet members within the lending experience itself.

The Ohio cooperative is refining the role of its foundation to clarify what belongs within the credit union and what belongs under its charitable arm, strengthening focus and long term strategy for both.

The credit union migrated its on-premises contact center and implemented workforce management software to maximize efficiency, minimize costs, and provide a better member experience.

A new approach to vehicle affordability for credit unions.

Youth banking programs, in-school branches, and a warm handoff to adulthood builds habits and relationships that last well beyond graduation.

Today’s job market is shaped by skills based expectations, with employers slowing entry level hiring and placing greater emphasis on applied experience.

Callahan & Associates provides an early look at quarterly performance results. Sneak a peek at the latest trends here.

Payment capabilities increasingly shape how business owners evaluate their primary financial institution

Coffee and a smile still matter — they’re just not enough. That’s why credit unions are redefining member experience across digital, data, and the entire organization.