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Free white paper: Improve execution through integrated technology
Credit unions are facing growing pressure to modernize, improve efficiency, and respond faster to emerging risks, but according to Allied Solutions’ latest white paper, success depends on more than adding new technology. It depends on execution. In The Integration Imperative, Allied Solutions explores how credit unions can better connect data, intelligence, workflows, and decision-making to create a more unified and scalable operating environment.
From tornados to rainbows: A 2024 forecast
The financial services industry faced intense challenges in 2023, such as high interest rates, staffing shortages and liquidity, to name a few. To remain competitive, financial institutions were forced to increase deposit rates, sending more money out their doors to retain deposits, which had a dramatic impact on their net interest margin.
CUInsight Minute with Alyssa Angurio – November 17, 2023 - CUInsight
Welcome to the CUInsight Minute, sixty seconds from our Community and Marketing Coordinator Alyssa Angurio with our favorite reads from the week. Mentioned: Getting college students to pledge your CU by BEN PRAGER, PRAGER CREATIVE Think the life of a college student is carefree? Think again. From tuition to textbooks, being a student is more expensive—and demanding—than ever. Over 50% of college students report experiencing daily, chronic stress according to the American Psychological Association.
How to swim in the new waters of leadership
David Foster Wallace’s legendary commencement speech to the 2005 graduating class of Kenyon College opened with this story: “There are these two young fish swimming along and they happen to meet an older fish swimming the other way, who nods at them and says, ‘Morning, boys.
On the border: Words matter
I have always loved writing because I believe the “pen is mightier than the sword,” meaning words are stronger and more influential than force. One of the things I love most about the English language is the vast word choice. There are 170,000 to choose from, so why would one say, “he laughed,” when one could use the words giggle, chuckle, snicker, chortle, guffaw, roar, cackle, or snort to communicate a more accurate picture? Words matter.
America’s Credit Unions board leaders call on CUs to ‘embrace cooperative spirit’
America’s Credit Unions Transition Board of Directors Chair Brian Schools and Vice Chair Lisa Ginter are encouraging credit unions to embrace the industry’s cooperative spirit as the new organization begins its transformative journey in 2024.
NAFCU, trades oppose petition to ban arbitration
NAFCU joined with several other trade associations to voice opposition to a petition made to the CFPB that would require the bureau to pursue a rulemaking to ban pre-dispute arbitration provisions in contracts for consumer financial services.
Five graphic design best practices from a credit union marketing agency
One picture is worth a thousand words.” – Fred R. Barnard Your imagery says as much about you as your copy does. The style. The fonts. The arrangement of objects. It all relays important messages to members or prospective members about who you are. As a result, bad imagery likely means losing business. A picture can say a thousand negative words just as easily as it can say a thousand positive ones. Graphic design must positively impact and connect with the viewer to attract them.
Student loan payments return = consumer credit thunderstorm?
About 27 million consumers will experience payment “shock” with the end of student loan forbearance. But will that shock create widespread delinquencies and credit issues across consumer lending? Data suggests ripples will run the gamut in ways that create pockets of high credit risk for lenders.
5 strategies for continuous asset growth
For your credit union, it’s important to acknowledge that “asset growth” and “increasing assets” are two different goals. A generalized growth in assets looks good in the short-term, yes. But sustainable asset growth requires a solid strategy. Let’s explore five impactful strategies to enhance your capability for asset growth. The most active credit unions also tend to be among the strongest lenders. They not only issue more loans but also maintain a higher number of loans per member.
Is Black Friday shopping worth the hassle?
Black Friday has long been hailed as the biggest shopping day of the year, but consumers are beginning to rethink that title. While there are definitely great deals to be grabbed on the day after Thanksgiving, it’s not always worth the hassle. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of being a Black Friday shopper so you can make an informed decision.
Financial innovation: Recent changes to loan participations
At its September 2023 meeting, the NCUA board unanimously approved a final rule that would amend NCUA’s existing regulations to make it easier for credit unions to work with third-parties in the lending space, such as financial technology (FinTech) companies. The rule took effect on October 30, 2023. NAFCU’s Regulatory Affairs team has published a members-only final regulation summary of this final rule.
Free white paper: Top contact center strategies your members want
Member service, done right, is a key differentiator for your credit union. Are your members satisfied with the experience they have with your contact center? And, are you leveraging your contact center to drive loyalty and revenue? Level up your contact center with these research-backed insights and actionable strategies.
Leveraging performance metrics for credit unions
We know the financial services landscape is ever evolving. We know credit unions monitor performance metrics. But do we know what happens with these metrics, how to translate them into action? In an industry defined by competition, innovation, and customer expectations, the need for accurate, actionable data has never been more critical.
Jack Wayne Imes, age 72
Jack Wayne Imes, age 72, was born on January 18, 1950, to Jack and Elaine Imes in Milwaukee, WI. He passed away on July 5, 2022, at his home in Crossville, TN. He is survived by his wife Teresa Ann (Kerley) Imes, his children, grandchildren, and a host of family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents Jack Leroy and Elain (Schmidt) Imes. Services will be held at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. The visitation will be on Thursday, July 7, 2022, from 5-8 pm.
Digital Card Issuance
3 minutes Electronic assignment of account numbers points to the future of credit and debit. The demand for digital issuance is growing. This ability to assign an account number electronically is key to the future of cards.
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