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June 13, 2006
ATLANTA - You've seen them on television, Secret Service agents scanning the crowd during a presidential visit. What are they looking for? Anything out of the ordinary. Someone obviously sweating when it's a cool day. A man with his hands in his pockets when everyone else is applauding or waving.
Kase's Management Style Changes as Landmark CU Grows from $2 Million to $1 Billion During his Tenure
June 13, 2006
NEW BERLIN, Wis. - Ron Kase, president/CEO of Landmark Credit Union, points out his management style has changed over the years.
May 02, 2006
ORLANDO, Fla. - "Nobody should be unhappy going to work," declares Joseph A. Melbourne Jr., president/CEO of CFE Federal Credit Union. "I tell people that if you get to the point where on Sunday afternoon you're kicking the cat because you don't want to go to work Monday morning, what...
April 25, 2006
RALEIGH, N.C. - "We felt it was very credit union-like," says Maurice Smith, president of Local Government Federal Credit Union, in describing LGFCU's new credit card policy. Members now have a choice of minimum credit card payments ranging from 3% to 6% monthly on their balances. The idea reflects the...
April 25, 2006
TOLEDO, Ohio - Jerry Brown, who just completed a term as chairman of the On Hold Messaging Association, sees on-hold messages as part of marketing - but he believes 90% of the companies using on-hold messages aren't really tapping the full potential. His company, BusinessVoice, serves 6,000 clients. Approximately 1,000...
April 18, 2006
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. - There may be no cheerleaders or uniforms, but there will be teams at a disaster simulation scheduled during the Ohio Credit Union System annual convention April 20 through 21 in Cleveland. The simulation, also known as a tabletop exercise by emergency preparedness officials, will take...
April 11, 2006
VERNON HILLS, Ill. - Baxter Credit Union was only founded in 1981 and has already joined the Billionaires Club. It's sort of like learning that your nephew, who graduated from college just a few years ago, is now a billionaire. What's going on here? "For us, I really think it...
March 28, 2006
CHICAGO - The Fannie Mae Foundation's KnowledgePlex has launched a four-part online chat series aimed at improving services to the nation's 20 million underbanked. The series is presented in cooperation with the National Community Investment Fund's Retail Financial Services Initiative, and is based on a strategy guide released late last...
March 07, 2006
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - In theory, a bill supported by the Alabama Credit Union League is on the fast track and should run into little problem winning approval by legislators. But Will McCarty, the league's vice president of government and public affairs, cautions events unrelated to the bill could halt its...
March 07, 2006
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. - With so much focus on image exchange, share draft penetration isn't getting as much attention. The fact is many credit unions are trying to boost share draft penetration in order to become the primary financial institution for more members. A new Callahan and Associates report...
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Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
A credit union’s ability to deliver the right products and services that best meet members’ daily needs is the most important factor in creating a superior member experience.
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Alogent
From Alogent
Managing deposits effectively is more crucial than ever to keep pace with member expectation. Discover how a transaction level approach to deposit automation delivers unmatched speed, a lower risk for fraud, and reduced operating costs.
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Alogent
From Alogent
Explore how cloud-based solutions revolutionize deposit management and transaction processing for credit unions. Download the white paper now!
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Alogent
From Alogent
Enhance your credit union’s security with a comprehensive approach to check fraud mitigation. Discover how built-in capabilities safeguard both your organization and your members.
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Alogent
From Alogent
Access this white paper to discover how modern technology is revolutionizing payment experiences while lowering operational costs.
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Alacriti
From Alacriti
See how IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union reduced loan payment processing costs by 25% while enhancing member satisfaction. Discover how their seamless, integrated payment solution streamlined operations, reduced exception handling time, and provided a user-friendly experience for their 140,000 members. Download the case study now to learn how your credit union can achieve similar results!
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Alkami
From Alkami
This comprehensive market study dives deep into the contrasting views between financial institutions and account holders, offering critical insights that can drive your credit union's strategic decisions.
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Open Lending
From Open Lending
Millennials and Gen Z consumers represent a significant opportunity for credit union lenders. This report uncovers key trends and insights about their credit outlook and how to capture their long-term value.
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Alacriti
From Alacriti
Discover how Greater Nevada Credit Union (GNCU) increased loan payment volume by over 431% while reducing call center volume by 61% with a modern digital payment solution.
Download Resource
Alacriti
From Alacriti
Learn how modern reporting tools can empower your credit union to monitor payment trends, manage staffing needs, improve overall efficiency, and enhance your member experience.
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Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
As quickly as technology advances, so do the expectations of your members. Learn what digital capabilities and solutions are trending, how much credit unions are investing, and what’s next in payments innovation.
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LendKey
From LendKey
Discover what network lending is and how it empowers credit unions to efficiently manage liquidity, leverage technology for seamless loan transactions, and thrive in an evolving economic environment.
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CPI
From CPI
Is your credit union ready to offer instant issuance? Discover the top six reasons why a SaaS software hosting model is the ideal choice compared to Software for Purchase (SFP).
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Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Struggling to keep your credit card program profitable? Discover why many leaders are turning to the agent issuing model.
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Melissa
From Melissa
Download this white paper and discover how advanced eIDV (electronic identity verification) technologies can safeguard your credit union against escalating fraud threats.
Download Resource
Melissa
From Melissa
Discover how KYB (Know Your Business) strategies can add a crucial layer to your financial risk management, ensuring compliance and protecting against fraud in your business relationships.
Download Resource
State National
From State National
Worried that Collateral Protection Insurance (CPI) on a borrower’s loan might increase the likelihood of default? Good news - it’s actually an opportunity to protect your members.
Download Resource
State National
From State National
Are your credit union’s partnerships enabling growth or hindering your success? Explore the importance of high-value partners in navigating the complexities of the digital age with confidence to effectively serve your members.
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State National
From State National
Based on new Filene research, AI is, unsurprisingly, at the top of credit union leaders’ minds this year. Explore the obstacles and opportunities presented by AI, how it’s being used in credit unions, and steps to build your own AI roadmap.
Download Resource
Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Consumers with general-use credit cards average 37% higher monthly spend than those with co-branded cards. Learn more preferences, habits, and trends in this new report from Elan Credit Card and PYMNTS Intelligence.
Download Resource
State National
From State National
By harnessing the power of data, credit unions can enhance their services, optimize operations, and better serve their members. Here are 9 FAQs and answers about using predictive data.
Download Resource
State National
From State National
As economic experts scrutinize current data and trends, they predict that the path ahead is likely to have its share of obstacles. This white paper outlines strategies to monitor and navigate various risk factors impacting auto financing to better protect your credit union.
Download Resource
Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Social media scams, phishing, and telephone-oriented attack delivery are a few of the increasingly sophisticated attack methods by cybercriminals. Learn more about these evolving techniques and how to protect your members.
Download Resource
Melissa
From Melissa
Did you know the risk for member turnover drops from 50% to 25% when a member has two or more products with your credit union?² This whitepaper outlines the critical role that clean data plays in helping your credit union retain and grow membership.
Download Resource
Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Does the value outweigh the risk? Review three key considerations when evaluating whether to invest in growing an internal credit card program or explore an outsourced solution.
Download Resource
Open Lending
From Open Lending
This white paper offers credit unions a strategic advantage with insights for planning and exploring new opportunities in the evolving automotive financing landscape. Leverage this information to contribute to the long-term success and sustainability of your credit union in 2024.
Download Resource
Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Learn where consumers are applying for credit cards, what type of spenders they are, what features are most persuasive, and what smaller financial institutions should focus on to continue expanding their market share.
Download Resource
Upstart
From Upstart
When Vantage West CU decided to prioritize a seamless digital experience and data-driven lending decisions, they knew the right partner was critical. Download this case study and discover how they diversified their loan portfolio, acquired 1400 new members in 6 months, and built in flexibility to withstand the economic cycles.
Download Resource
Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Customer payment expectations are shifting. Explore the top five merchant payments trends we’re watching in 2023 and learn how a partnership may help meet the needs of your members.
Download Resource
Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Nearly 33% of cardholders increased their credit card spending over the last six months, showing how critical credit cards are in today's economic environment.
Download Resource
Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Young adults are the future of your credit union. From college to home-buying, learn why credit cards are key to winning the loyalty of Gen Z and millennials.
Download Resource
Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
With the current economic environment and rise in interest rates, credit unions may find the credit card market increasingly complex to operate internally. Learn why shifting from insourcing to outsourcing your credit card program can benefit your credit union.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
A credit union’s ability to deliver the right products and services that best meet members’ daily needs is the most important factor in creating a superior member experience.
Download Resource Alogent
From Alogent
Managing deposits effectively is more crucial than ever to keep pace with member expectation. Discover how a transaction level approach to deposit automation delivers unmatched speed, a lower risk for fraud, and reduced operating costs.
Download Resource Alogent
From Alogent
Explore how cloud-based solutions revolutionize deposit management and transaction processing for credit unions. Download the white paper now!
Download Resource Alogent
From Alogent
Enhance your credit union’s security with a comprehensive approach to check fraud mitigation. Discover how built-in capabilities safeguard both your organization and your members.
Download Resource Alogent
From Alogent
Access this white paper to discover how modern technology is revolutionizing payment experiences while lowering operational costs.
Download Resource Alacriti
From Alacriti
See how IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union reduced loan payment processing costs by 25% while enhancing member satisfaction. Discover how their seamless, integrated payment solution streamlined operations, reduced exception handling time, and provided a user-friendly experience for their 140,000 members. Download the case study now to learn how your credit union can achieve similar results!
Download Resource Alkami
From Alkami
This comprehensive market study dives deep into the contrasting views between financial institutions and account holders, offering critical insights that can drive your credit union's strategic decisions.
Download Resource Open Lending
From Open Lending
Millennials and Gen Z consumers represent a significant opportunity for credit union lenders. This report uncovers key trends and insights about their credit outlook and how to capture their long-term value.
Download Resource Alacriti
From Alacriti
Discover how Greater Nevada Credit Union (GNCU) increased loan payment volume by over 431% while reducing call center volume by 61% with a modern digital payment solution.
Download Resource Alacriti
From Alacriti
Learn how modern reporting tools can empower your credit union to monitor payment trends, manage staffing needs, improve overall efficiency, and enhance your member experience.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
As quickly as technology advances, so do the expectations of your members. Learn what digital capabilities and solutions are trending, how much credit unions are investing, and what’s next in payments innovation.
Download Resource LendKey
From LendKey
Discover what network lending is and how it empowers credit unions to efficiently manage liquidity, leverage technology for seamless loan transactions, and thrive in an evolving economic environment.
Download Resource CPI
From CPI
Is your credit union ready to offer instant issuance? Discover the top six reasons why a SaaS software hosting model is the ideal choice compared to Software for Purchase (SFP).
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Struggling to keep your credit card program profitable? Discover why many leaders are turning to the agent issuing model.
Download Resource Melissa
From Melissa
Download this white paper and discover how advanced eIDV (electronic identity verification) technologies can safeguard your credit union against escalating fraud threats.
Download Resource Melissa
From Melissa
Discover how KYB (Know Your Business) strategies can add a crucial layer to your financial risk management, ensuring compliance and protecting against fraud in your business relationships.
Download Resource State National
From State National
Worried that Collateral Protection Insurance (CPI) on a borrower’s loan might increase the likelihood of default? Good news - it’s actually an opportunity to protect your members.
Download Resource State National
From State National
Are your credit union’s partnerships enabling growth or hindering your success? Explore the importance of high-value partners in navigating the complexities of the digital age with confidence to effectively serve your members.
Download Resource State National
From State National
Based on new Filene research, AI is, unsurprisingly, at the top of credit union leaders’ minds this year. Explore the obstacles and opportunities presented by AI, how it’s being used in credit unions, and steps to build your own AI roadmap.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Consumers with general-use credit cards average 37% higher monthly spend than those with co-branded cards. Learn more preferences, habits, and trends in this new report from Elan Credit Card and PYMNTS Intelligence.
Download Resource State National
From State National
By harnessing the power of data, credit unions can enhance their services, optimize operations, and better serve their members. Here are 9 FAQs and answers about using predictive data.
Download Resource State National
From State National
As economic experts scrutinize current data and trends, they predict that the path ahead is likely to have its share of obstacles. This white paper outlines strategies to monitor and navigate various risk factors impacting auto financing to better protect your credit union.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Social media scams, phishing, and telephone-oriented attack delivery are a few of the increasingly sophisticated attack methods by cybercriminals. Learn more about these evolving techniques and how to protect your members.
Download Resource Melissa
From Melissa
Did you know the risk for member turnover drops from 50% to 25% when a member has two or more products with your credit union?² This whitepaper outlines the critical role that clean data plays in helping your credit union retain and grow membership.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Does the value outweigh the risk? Review three key considerations when evaluating whether to invest in growing an internal credit card program or explore an outsourced solution.
Download Resource Open Lending
From Open Lending
This white paper offers credit unions a strategic advantage with insights for planning and exploring new opportunities in the evolving automotive financing landscape. Leverage this information to contribute to the long-term success and sustainability of your credit union in 2024.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Learn where consumers are applying for credit cards, what type of spenders they are, what features are most persuasive, and what smaller financial institutions should focus on to continue expanding their market share.
Download Resource Upstart
From Upstart
When Vantage West CU decided to prioritize a seamless digital experience and data-driven lending decisions, they knew the right partner was critical. Download this case study and discover how they diversified their loan portfolio, acquired 1400 new members in 6 months, and built in flexibility to withstand the economic cycles.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Customer payment expectations are shifting. Explore the top five merchant payments trends we’re watching in 2023 and learn how a partnership may help meet the needs of your members.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Nearly 33% of cardholders increased their credit card spending over the last six months, showing how critical credit cards are in today's economic environment.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
Young adults are the future of your credit union. From college to home-buying, learn why credit cards are key to winning the loyalty of Gen Z and millennials.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
With the current economic environment and rise in interest rates, credit unions may find the credit card market increasingly complex to operate internally. Learn why shifting from insourcing to outsourcing your credit card program can benefit your credit union.
Download Resource Elan Credit Card
From Elan Credit Card
A credit union’s ability to deliver the right products and services that best meet members’ daily needs is the most important factor in creating a superior member experience.
Download Resource