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It’s Not A Core Conversion, It’s A Systems Upgrade
From bonuses to candy budgets, Credit Union 1 and Purdue FCU offer tips to successfully manage one of financial services’ biggest hurdles.
How AI Is Transforming Consumer Lending At Marine Credit Union
The Wisconsin cooperative has implemented auto-decisioning for consumer lending and gives the technology high marks for its impact on member satisfaction, employee engagement, and the
DuPage Credit Union: Effective Card Portfolio Management
April 28, 2016
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At year end 2007, DuPage Credit Union had a credit card penetration rate of 45.2%, surpassed by only 25 other credit unions. Since the introduction of the Visa Classic card in 1983, the program has grown to become an integral part of the credit union’s success.
SECU Drives e-statement Adoption with a Million Dollar Sweepstakes
April 28, 2016
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SECU Drives e-statement Adoption with a Million Dollar Sweepstakes
Eagle FCU’s Triple Win: Growth, Community, Strong SEG Relationship
April 28, 2016
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One Louisiana credit union turned challenges into opportunities and reports member growth over four times the industry average and loan growth over fifteen percent.
Three Ingredients for a Successful Vehicle Remarketing Program
April 28, 2016
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Travis Credit Union shares three practices for structuring a remarketing program.
1 Betty, 2 Betty…
April 28, 2016
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A Tennessee credit union uses humor and star power to appeal to its mature demographic.
Hispanics no Longer the Secret Ingredient of Credit Union Growth: a Market Worthy of Credit Union Philosophy
April 26, 2016
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Part I of a Two-Part Report Credit unions have stepped up their outreach to the fastest growing and single largest minority group in America today- Hispanics- starting by understanding cultural differences and following up with customized marketing to attract this diverse yet skeptical group. The reward is that a Credit Union can earn an entire family’s loyalty and make further inroads to a commu
Growing Demographics Credit Unions Can’t Afford to Ignore
April 26, 2016
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According to the Tower Group, Hispanics are the fastest growing segment of the US population by a factor of five, now totaling nearly 40 million citizens with an expected purchasing power of $1 trillion by 2010. Credit unions have the unique ability to reach out to this underserved group and show them financial success in the community.
9 Steps to a Successful Host System Conversion
April 26, 2016
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Last Thursday, 40 credit unions and vendors gathered on Callahan’s webinar When Should You Convert Data Processors? The panelists of the call represented different stages of the assessment and conversion process and discussed the factors that led them to perform a dat
A Communal Approach to Drive Membership
April 26, 2016
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Listerhill Credit Union seamlessly integrates its “Pick 5” program into a tier of community-oriented initiatives.
Digital Federal Credit Union Makes the Grade
April 26, 2016
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Take the rapidly rising costs of college education, mix in a private student loan market that has grown 450% in the last seven years alone, add a mass exodus of traditional lenders because of restricted access to capital, and you’ve got a volatile recipe for turmoil in the student loan marketplace.
DuPage Credit Union: Effective Card Portfolio Management
At year end 2007, DuPage Credit Union had a credit card penetration rate of 45.2%, surpassed by only 25 other credit unions. Since the introduction ...
SECU Drives e-statement Adoption with a Million Dollar Sweepstakes
SECU Drives e-statement Adoption with a Million Dollar Sweepstakes
Eagle FCU’s Triple Win: Growth, Community, Strong SEG Relationship
One Louisiana credit union turned challenges into opportunities and reports member growth over four times the industry average and loan growth over fifteen percent.
Three Ingredients for a Successful Vehicle Remarketing Program
Travis Credit Union shares three practices for structuring a remarketing program.
1 Betty, 2 Betty…
A Tennessee credit union uses humor and star power to appeal to its mature demographic.
Hispanics no Longer the Secret Ingredient of Credit Union Growth: a Market Worthy of Credit Union Philosophy
Part I of a Two-Part Report Credit unions have stepped up their outreach to the fastest growing and single largest minority group in America today- ...
Growing Demographics Credit Unions Can’t Afford to Ignore
According to the Tower Group, Hispanics are the fastest growing segment of the US population by a factor of five, now totaling nearly 40 million ...
9 Steps to a Successful Host System Conversion
Last Thursday, 40 credit unions and vendors gathered on Callahan's webinar When Should You Convert Data Processors? The panelists of the call represented different ...
A Communal Approach to Drive Membership
Listerhill Credit Union seamlessly integrates its “Pick 5” program into a tier of community-oriented initiatives.
Digital Federal Credit Union Makes the Grade
Take the rapidly rising costs of college education, mix in a private student loan market that has grown 450% in the last seven years alone, ...
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The Callahan Guide To The 2026 Final Four
Tony Waltrich
What happens when credit union performance data meets March Madness? Callahan’s proprietary model breaks down state-level results to forecast who takes home the hardware.
A Rewards Program That Relies On Relationships, Not Usage
Savana Morie
Nuvision’s Added Advantage program tracks member engagement across the credit union, then rewards relationships through better pricing and other perks.
Innovations Financial Bets Big On Small Business Lending
Aaron Passman
CDFI grant funding helps the Florida cooperative offer microloans for small businesses after many banks pulled out of its market.
How Marine Credit Union Shifted Its Foundation From Siloed To Symbiotic
Savana Morie
By aligning governance, leadership, and day to day operations, Marine Credit Union transformed its foundation from a parallel operation into a visible extension of the credit union brand.
How Today’s Market Is Stress-Testing Credit Union And Bank Earnings Models
Andrew Lepczyk
Credit union and bank earnings reflect different business objectives. Those differences matter for how financial institutions serve their markets.
The Case For Marketing That Doesn’t Lead With The Credit Union
Savana Morie
Whitefish Credit Union barely mentions itself in its member stories. Instead, its high-quality video storytelling spotlights people, businesses, and communities, building trust, advocacy, and impact that don’t always show up in traditional ROI metrics.
Exit Interview: Deb Vollmer
Aaron Passman
The retired Langley FCU executive looks back on a career shaped by industry change, evolving leadership responsibility, and a constant focus on serving members first.
How Affinity FCU Became A Financial First Responder
Callahan & Associates
The New Jersey-New York metro credit union shares how a wellbeing-led strategy ensures members know where to turn first when life gets difficult.
Running With Scissors: The Bold Side Of Personalization
Callahan & Associates
To become skilled at personalization, credit unions must stop making assumptions about what resonates with members and start leveraging data to be sure.
A Short Guide To Compliance With The New Succession Planning Rule
Jennie Boden
Check all the right boxes while tying your credit union compliance efforts to strategy.