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Branching out is picking up speed in credit union-land. Whether it is in-store branches, taking over existing facilities or building new brick and mortars, many credit unions are expanding branch locations to up their brand profile. Here is a look at some branching statistics for 2004:

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WARREN, Ohio - Seven Seventeen Credit Union wants to usher in a new era of teller line free branches. "The member reaction has been wonderful, they are just stunned when they first walk in," said Seven Seventeen CU Vice President of Administrative Services Cheryl D'Amore. "Then they look for the...

LAS VEGAS - Judging from attendance at a preliminary meeting held during the NACUSO Annual Conference to gauge interest in forming a national business services CUSO network, there is enough interest to take the next step to organizing the new group. Formation of a national business services CUSO network is...

WASHINGTON- A new Callahan and Associates report finds that the human interaction and outreach that occur in physical branches are critical factors in the future growth and success of credit unions. The report, A Brave New Brick-And-Mortar World, provides case studies to illustrate a variety of branching models. "As more...

SANTA ROSA, Calif. - Redwood Credit Union (RCU) is branching out into Windsor with a new full-service branch. The 3,500 square foot facility is scheduled to open in early Fall, and marks RCU's 12th branch in the North Bay. "We're pleased to be able to continue to expand our branch...