Credit unions have a lot on their plates, from helping members succeed financially to managing branches and introducing new technologies. However, the frequent emergence of shiny new tools doesn’t mean your CU’s marketing team should ignore the important art of storytelling. As community organizations with the philosophy of people helping people, it’s important for credit unions to connect with those people. Sharing authentic stories in meaningful ways can help strengthen member relationships, collaborate with other organizations and grow. 

Credit unions have many stories to tell, which presents a significant opportunity as well as a challenge. Endless options and angles can make deciding which story to share difficult. People typically enjoy feel-good stories with thought-provoking takeaways—and luckily, the credit union industry is filled with them. 

How to prepare for your credit union’s next big interview

Emerging threats and a changing media landscape mean preparing for emergency response is more important than ever.

At any given moment, a crisis can occur, often without warning and leaving long-lasting effects that can impact an organization’s reputation. From handling data breaches and growing cybercrime to scandals proliferated through social media, crisis communication planning is critical for your credit union and an integral part of the overall public relations function. 

As we head into colder weather, we can expect shorter days and a multitude of industry trade shows. These trade shows and events can be valuable tools for educational opportunities, networking with industry peers or potential partners, and the chance to meet with editors, reporters and analysts. To make the most of every trade show, credit union professionals should determine their objectives for each event.

Over the past several years, social media has become an effective tool for credit unions to connect with their members, colleagues and even technology partners. Twitter, in particular, has proven to be a dynamic channel for sharing messages and interacting with key audiences. 

Mid-year is an ideal time to review and adjust to match your CU’s strategic vision.

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Credit unions rely on public relations efforts to propel their brand’s credibility, visibility and, ultimately, their growth. As such, your credit union’s strategic PR plan is its

How CUs can effectively engage with Gen Z

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Demonstrate your integrity, competency, drive and positive attitude to elevate you and your credit union’s performance this year.

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About a year ago, I wrote a piece entitled “Make this Year a Success”. I hope 2017 was a successful year, one where you were

Follow these easy tips to maximize your credit union’s reach and impact.

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News releases are a great way for credit unions to get the word out about what they offer, what they are doing and to differentiate themselves. Unfortunately, many credit unions may

Make sure your credit union is prepared to respond if the unthinkable happens

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Chances are, you or someone you know has had personal information compromised due to relentless cyber attacks across various industries in the U.S. Last year alone, we saw companies