Thank you for tuning in to The CUInsight Network, with your host, Lauren Culp, President & CEO of CUInsight. In The CUInsight Network, we take a deeper dive with the thought leaders who support the [...]
Financial institutions today face a fast-rising level of competitive challenges to growing the right members, remaining relevant to consumers (especially younger audiences), and building stellar brand experiences in channels that help them stand apart. The [...]
The financial industry, especially credit unions, is at an interesting crossroads. Historically, credit unions have stood as the friendly alternative to big banks. In fact, when surveyed, employees at credit unions large and small, in [...]
Credit unions are recognized for their community-centric approach and personal touch in handling members' financial needs. However, the financial landscape is evolving fast, and to ensure continued growth, credit unions must evolve too. The key [...]
As more of Gen Z (now age 12 to 27) are entering the workforce, they are experiencing the challenges that come with managing personal finances. With abysmal education around finances, young adults have historically been [...]
In 2023, credit unions are seeing lending slow and deposits drain. The interest rate environment is the top concern for credit union leaders for 2023. The cost of funds is up, and profitability is feeling [...]
Is your credit union’s brand in great shape and driving growth? Or are you feeling growing pains and cultural disconnection? We’ve learned a financial brand’s wellness (and the culture that lives it [...]
Imagine a world where every credit union member receives personalized financial advice, in the channel they prefer, with tailored product offerings, and timely, relevant communication that addresses their individual needs and challenges. Utopia right? This [...]
2023 presents an unparalleled set of dynamic challenges to financial growth, sales and performance as credit union leaders face the headwinds of a struggling economy. Driven by sky high interest rates, higher living costs, and [...]
In 2023, credit unions are already seeing lending slow and deposits drain. The interest rate environment is the top concern for credit union leaders for 2023. The cost of funds is up, and profitability is [...]
CUInsight Publisher & CEO Lauren Culp is joined by Rachel Jarvinen, Client Success Manager at Strum for a quick interview with just 3 questions about Customer Data Platforms… Three questions: (0:26) What is a [...]
Video is a high value and sorely underutilized marketing tactic, especially in the financial services market. Particularly for credit unions, which have amazing stories to tell, video can show – not just tell – your brand proposition. [...]
According to NCUA’s 2022 Q3 Merger Activity and Insurance Report, in the first three quarters of 2022, 134 consolidations have been approved by the federal agency, compared to 117 last year. And 58 mergers [...]
One thing all high functioning brands have in common regardless of industry or audience, is that their brand is NOT based on a set of design rules, logos, colors, or creative alone. Their leaders have [...]
Before you call your 2023 marketing plan and budget allocation final, here are five common errors to avoid - and moves you can make now to maximize your time and spend next year. #1: Failing [...]
