The latest from Jorge Ortiz

Apr 8, 2019 - by Jorge Ortiz, North Side Community Federal Credit Union

Why working in a mission-driven place as a credit union matters

Why we work – it is a question all of us should ask ourselves. In particular, why do we do the work that, for many of us, occupies most of our ...

Nov 15, 2018 - by Jorge Ortiz, North Side Community Federal Credit Union

The economics of engaging employees

By far the best marketing tool that a credit union has is their members. People are more likely to trust close friends or family when it comes to financial decision ...

Jul 16, 2018 - by Jorge Ortiz, North Side Community Federal Credit Union

How small credit unions can compete

A recent study done by Filene showed that in order for credit unions to stay relevant and competitive, they need to maintain asset growth rates that at least match the ...

Mar 7, 2018 - by Jorge Ortiz, North Side Community Federal Credit Union

Why credit unions need to think about financial counseling

Roy Bergengren once said, “The most important service of the credit union is the education of its members in the management and control of their own money.” Indeed, the most ...