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Analysis

Commercial Loans Push Forward

Despite a pause early in the pandemic, commercial lending began accelerating in late 2020.

Feature

Billions of Dollars Are at Risk: GAO

David Baumann | March 15, 2021

A GAO report recommends financial regulators be consolidated, but doesn't mention the NCUA specifically.

Editors\' Columns

The Power of Place

Natasha Chilingerian | March 15, 2021

Having a physical presence in a community can't be reproduced virtually, and it also plays a key role in business growth.

We Should All Reach for 'Turquoise Level'

Michael Ogden | March 11, 2021

If we continue to help our communities stay safe, we can all hopefully achieve that glorious color-coded level of safety.

Focus Report: The State of Brick & Mortar

What Does the Future Hold for Credit Union Branches?

Peter Strozniak | March 15, 2021

Some CUs have permanently closed branches, but others keep opening them as they still serve as an important growth strategy.

Optimizing Your Credit Union Branch Network

Steven Eimert & Edward Lopes | March 15, 2021

When you optimize your branch network geographically and technologically, be sure you also optimize it financially.

Branch Transformation Continues During COVID-19

Carma Peters | March 15, 2021

Michigan Legacy CU discusses how it renovated its headquarters branch amid the pandemic with surprisingly few hiccups.

Making a Branch Decision? Here's How Data Can Guide You

Karan Bhalla & Floyd Salamino | March 15, 2021

As credit unions contemplate weighty branch decisions, a data-driven process can be a trusty guide through sensitive territory.

Consumers Demand Robust Digital, Remote Banking Solutions

Natasha Chilingerian & timschafer | March 15, 2021

FIs must focus on capitalizing on digital, fixing broken digital journeys, and offering better digital services and perks.

Guest Opinion

As Digital Continues to Rise, Branches Still Reign. Why?

Richard Murdocco | March 15, 2021

The relationship consumers have with brick-and-mortar retail is changing, and these patterns will shape our physical communities in the future.

Community News

Honoring the Military and Keeping Kids Warm: Community News

Natasha Chilingerian | February 26, 2021

Credit unions donate to a food bank, life skills center, cancer agency and other non-profits.

People

Career Moves Revealed at 10 CUs, Emergifi & the Iowa League

Natasha Chilingerian | March 08, 2021

Plus, NAFCU hires the CFPB's former chief communications officer to head up its communications and media relations.