5 things banking marketers should consider before responding to Fed rate cuts
Now that the U.S. Federal Reserve has finally started to cut interest rates to achieve an economic soft landing, expect activity to ramp up at banks and credit unions as…
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Wall Street bosses are more worried about inflation than the US election
Some of the top figures on Wall Street sound more concerned about the persistence of inflation than the occupant of the Oval Office in 2025. "I do believe we have…
Your student loans don’t have to weigh you down: Learn more about refinancing
Student loans can feel like a heavy financial burden for many college graduates. With the rising costs of education, millions of people face years of repayment that can limit their…
Would your credit union be missed?
One question I like to ask in strategic planning sessions is this: “If your credit union went away today, would your members truly miss you and mourn the loss of…
Former Canvas CU CEO lands at Innovative Partnerships Group
It did not take Todd Marksberry long to land a new gig. The formerCanvas Credit UnionCEO has joined Innovative Partnerships Group as an executive advisor. In a press release, the…
Employee replaces cash with “Monopoly money” in credit union vault heist
A former employee of Park Side Credit Union in Whitefish, Montana, admitted to embezzling $390,000 from the company’s vault by swapping funny money for the real cash. The Department of…
Explore the election’s impact on credit union advocacy at Nov. 7 webinar
What will the Nov. 5 election results mean for credit unions to close out 2024 and beyond? In apost-election webinar scheduled for Nov. 7, hear election results analysis and what…
Key trends and critical insights from Jeffry Pilcher
His mantra of “automate, accelerate and anticipate” not only prepared the group of credit union executives for what he was going to address, but it also was a construct of…
Marketing cybersecurity to your members
It’s Cybersecurity Month, and while financial institutions around the country are working to strengthen their defenses, it’s important for credit unions not to neglect a critical component of a credit…
Avoid the trick of outdated decisioning & treat your FI to data-driven lending
It’s that spooky time of year when darkness creeps in before 6 p.m., and the air is filled with tales of tricks and haunted houses. But there’s one area where…
Jamie Dimon slams US regulators: ‘It’s time to fight back’
JPMorgan Chase (JPM) CEO Jamie Dimon didn't discuss US election candidates during a public appearance Monday, but he had plenty to say about his current regulators in Washington, D.C. The…
The Churn Challenge: Four big ideas for banks and credit unions looking to drive down attrition
Understanding and managing attrition is vital for most businesses’ long-term success — impacting revenue, profitability, and overall growth. But it matters especially in competitive categories like consumer financial services, where…
CEO to retire from Connexus CU in Wisconsin
Boyd Gustke will retire from his post as president and CEO of Connexus Credit Union effective Nov 15. He will be replaced on an interim basis by the $4.6 billion-asset…
This week: General Election a week away, sign-ups open for America’s Credit Unions Town Hall
Congress remains in their home districts until after the Nov. 5 election, with session resuming Nov. 12. The election is just over a week away and Americas Credit Unions encourages…
Nasdaq closes higher ahead of heavy week of earnings
The Nasdaq ended higher on Friday, driven by megacap shares, as investors awaited quarterly results from some of Wall Street's biggest companies next week. Tesla(TSLA.O), opens new tabshares rose a…
Embracing every advocacy opportunity
An election year means less time in Washington, D.C., for members of Congress, but credit unions aren’t ones to let opportunities pass by. With legislators campaigning back home, Leagues and…
Despite challenges, NCUA determined to help get more de novos off the ground
The National Credit Union Administration can only do so much to get new credit unions created, but the agency said it is making strides in chartering more de novos. “Three…
Securing digital banking solutions with multi-factor authentication
Protecting personal and financial information is a top priority for banks and credit unions, especially in digital banking solutions. This is crucial not only for safeguarding individual account holders and…
How credit unions can put artificial intelligence to work for security and fraud prevention
Artificial intelligence in banking(AI) has rapidly evolved from being an emerging trend to a potential driver of transformation within financial services. Banks and credit unions are testing use cases and…
Staying vigilant in the battle against cyber attacks
Remember the days when IT departments took full responsibility for cybersecurity? Back then, we worked at centralized facilities using company-owned computers and hard-wired phones, and IT had strict control over…
A new rule could make it easier to switch your bank. (Guess who hates it.)
Federal regulators want to make it less of a pain to change your bank — but first, it looks like they’ll have to win a battle in court. On Tuesday,…
NCUA board briefed on cybersecurity, FOM during October board meeting
The NCUA board was briefed on the current state of cybersecurity and field of membership at its October board meeting Thursday. The cybersecuritypresentationoutlined how cyberattacks occur and updates on credit…
Advocacy in Action: The threat over-regulation poses to the future of credit unions
Credit unions play a vital role in the financial ecosystem, providing millions of consumers with affordable financial services while fostering a sense of community ownership. However, the growing trend of…
CFOs harness real-time forecasting to drive long-term value
CFOs have shared with us that their leadership teams are increasingly eager to identify which organizational initiatives truly move the needle, especially as they navigate uncertain times together. Recognizing this…