Commentary

I hear a number of concerns from credit unions today: external forces such as slowing loan growth, squeezed margins, evidence of compliance and financial regulation bills are challenging business as they look for new ways to drive growth.

When it comes to member business lending, credit unions are reminiscent of Oliver Twist.

One of the biggest mistakes credit unions can make in serving their business members is treating them like their traditional members.

  Unitus does in fact use social media to connect with our members and the public. We joined the Twittersphere in the summer of 2009 and Facebook…

Going to school is in right now. And not just for 18-year-olds, but for 28 and 29-year-olds, too. Layoffs, low-paying jobs, miserable days at the office and unsuccessful job searches are among the many reasons why Gen Y members are seeking second or even third degrees. And their end goals...

Consumers have a new tool in their tool belt today: the mouse. Todays consumers are using the Internet to find information, obtain advice and buy products at an increasing pace. Though face-to-face customer interaction and phone calls are not going away, theyre no longer enough. To stay relevant to your...