October 3 2018
Features
Credit unions using tools like CashIQ to catch the attention of its millennial members. And it's working.
The CU Capital Insider
Lobbyists have a lousy reputation, right up there with members of Congress. But then along came Paul Manafort.
Editor\'s Column
CU Times shares three ways credit unions demonstrated their cooperative spirit in just the past few weeks.
Focus Report
Two winners share details about their campaigns, what trends they reflect and how other CUs can create killer social media campaigns.
Applying sophisticated campaigns to grow auto loans is a powerful way to both educate and engage the member.
Combine traditional profiling variables with more advanced targeting techniques to reach prospects one-on-one.
The most successful FIs are the most active, consistent and adept at communicating with consumers via social media.
Guest Opinion
Keep you credit union on top of the challenges of a complex and changing regulatory environment.
Community News
This week's community news includes a Lion's Club donation, scholarship award and donation to a marching band.
People
First Entertainment CU and Firefly CU are among the credit unions naming new executives and managers this week.
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