Consumer Sentiments And Employee Insights (3Q 2017)
Real comments from online review sites to inform strategies, policies, and practices.
Real comments from online review sites to inform strategies, policies, and practices.
A razor-sharp focus on four areas of credit card lending helps credit unions operate a program that supports critical priorities, provides income, and deepens member relationships.
Erin Mendez, CEO at Patelco Credit Union, describes how changing a culture requires tough decisions, collaborative work, and faith in those around you.
In this Q&A, Terry Settle of Old Ocean FCU talks about serving as a remote CEO, the range of opportunities the model has presented, and the similarities with the models of larger credit unions.
Yolo FCU wants new hires to fully understand its brand from the get-go, so it moved employee onboarding from HR to marketing.
The CFO for One Credit Union in Vermont talks early lessons, inspiration, and hopes for the future.
Real comments from online review sites to inform strategies, policies, and practices.
How Arizona’s largest credit union acquires top talent for its professional, management, and senior leadership roles.
Jeanne D’Arc Credit Union regularly hits pause on the daily grind to talk big-picture strategy. Learn how those efforts are paying off.
Credit unions in Virginia, Montana, and Oklahoma talk about benefits, drawbacks, and strategies to accommodate a work force far from home.

A look at year-end performance trends reveals how earnings, affordability pressures, and asset quality are redefining the operating environment heading into 2026.

Members are struggling with an affordability crisis that is changing how they manage debt, and new behaviors are showing up across the credit union loan portfolio.

This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.
Credit union asset quality didn’t collapse in 2025 — but it didn’t cooperate, either. What’s going on, and are credit unions prepared to respond in 2026?

This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.

This year’s Innovation Series returns with bigger impact and broader horizons. Since 2018, this annual showcase has spotlighted forward-thinking solutions by giving innovators a stage to share ideas, demonstrate solutions, and spark meaningful change.
The affordability crisis extends far beyond big-ticket expenses. As the rising cost of basic necessities outpaces income growth, household budgets are under strain and long-term financial stability is increasingly at risk.
As credit unions move deeper into 2026, the earnings conversation is shifting. Elevated interest rates have boosted margins and strengthened earnings flexibility, but that advantage won’t persist indefinitely.
A radical shift is taking place in the way consumers move money and engage with their financial institution.

How the Michigan-based cooperative’s “Culture of Finance” curriculum is reframing financial education.
4 Ways To Build A Better Credit Card Program