Structuring an executive retention program using Split Dollar plans provides unique financial advantages for both the credit union and the executives. One decision point in the plan design process is…
The Federal Reserve appears to be very much on track for an interest rate cut in September after a "vast majority" of officials said such an action was likely, according…
Succession planning is a business strategy that helps ensure a company’s smooth operation when employees leave due to retirement or new opportunities. Succession planning for an organization includes strategic planning…
Understanding the needs and behaviors of account holders is crucial for staying ahead of the competition.Data analytics in bankinghas become an essential tool for uncovering actionable insights, driving innovation, and…
Credit union loans outstanding increased 0.5% in June, compared to a 0.5% increase in May of 2024 and a 0.7% increase in June 2023, according to America’s Credit Unions’ latestMonthly…
According toresearchby Galileo Financial Technologies in collaboration with Datos Insights, the fragmentation of banking relationships is changing the competitive dynamics of the banking industry. Consumers are flocking not only to…
Today’s financial landscape evolves rapidly as consumer expectations and technology change. Financial institutions cannot rely on solutions that are merely adequate. Consider the story ofRedboxas an example. Redbox initially succeeded…
At SkyStem, we value the close of the month as much as you do. However, when careless errors and inefficiencies lead to overtime and late nights, things can become challenging…
“You’re on fire” usually means you’re doing something right. But it could also mean everything’s burning down around you. Do you have a raging inferno in your marketing department? It’s…
Digital assets are no longer the future;recently becoming an important voting bloc, they aren’t just here to stay, they may determine the outcome of this year’s presidential election.With an estimated…
US job growth in the year through March was likely far less robust than initially estimated, which risks fueling concerns that the Federal Reserve is falling further behind the curve…
In our always-on, connected world, the demand for personalized and contextual banking experiences is at an all-time high. However, many credit union leaders feel that balancing day-to-day operations with long-term…
If you’ve ever felt like shouting into the void when promoting your credit union, you’re not alone. It can feel like no one’s listening, and you’re left wondering why your…
The NCUA is hosting two webinars this week: one tackles expanding and maintaining membership, and the other is the second installment in a two-part workshop reviewing how to develop a…
Recently, it can seem as though every aspect of society is moving at the speed of light: everything from technology to interest rates, to members’ priorities can change in the…
We all know that products are a credit union’s bread and butter, so to speak. But a “product-first” mentality can result in more transactional relationships with your members, not to…
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and his central bank colleagues face a very different dilemma than they did a year ago as they gather later this week for their annual…
The financial industry is undergoing a period of significant change. More and more young people are flooding the workforce…and they don’t have the same characteristics as older team members. Institutions…
As a college student, understanding the intricacies of credit is an essential step towards financial independence. Credit scores, a significant component of credit, have the potential to affect various opportunities…
Congress is out on August recess this week, but credit unions are encouraged tocontinue meetingswith legislators in home districts. Be sure to touch base with your state League and America’s…
U.S. Eagle Federal Credit Union plans to acquire Southwest Capital Bank, the companies announced in a joint press release. Both institutions are based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and the purchase…
We’ve got an exciting lineup of speakers, elected officials, and other policymakers, including keynotes from former Speaker of the House Paul Ryan and political analyst Bakari Sellers. Speaker Ryan—who I…
"Which measurements would you put highest priority on in 2024?" I’d say that Net Interest Margin (NIM) changes and Economic Value of Equity (EVE) should continue to be the primary…
The Allied Angle is back with Amy Level-Hearn, VP of Marketing & Communications. Tune in as she shares insights on the evolution of marketing in the financial sector, the importance…