Is the Compliance Burden Driving your Credit Union to Consider a Merger?
If you’re a leader in your credit union, compliance is certainly not a new issue. The compliance burden of today’s market is significant and costly; nor will it go away any time soon. If you feel like you… Read More
7 Elements of a Strategic Growth Plan
Strategic organizational growth doesn’t happen by accident, or without plenty of care and nurturing. This is especially true with credit unions, where members benefit from growth, not third-party stockholders. Creating an intentional and forward-thinking strategic growth plan is… Read More
NCUA Approves 19 Mergers in October
The number of mergers is down compared to last month and year. The NCUA approved 19 mergers in October 2015, which is down from the 28 mergers last month and 28 in October of last year. The combined… Read More
Gaining Competitive Advantage Through Mergers & Acquisitions
In the business world, mergers and acquisitions are often something feared by the masses. Credit unions, however, operate under a different umbrella where these activities should be seen as advantageous rather than detrimental. As a leader in your… Read More
Merger Success Begins with Soft Side Due Diligence
Credit union mergers are beneficial not only for the acquiring institution, but also for the institution being acquired, and the members and employees of both. Unlike many other business consolidations, credit union mergers produce positive results for all… Read More