Filene Research Institute

Through independent research and innovation programs, the Filene Research Institute explores issues vital to the future of credit unions and consumer finance.


CU Tomorrow

  1. Strengths revolution

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    Julie Cosgrove, 30 Under 30, Affinity Plus FCU

    “It’s fine to hire bright sparks but to fail to plant them where they can fuel fire is wasteful.” Roy White, the VP of HR with Sony Europe. Roy White’s message to Sony’s graduate program employees who are moving into permanent roles is, “Do what you are passionate about and find a way to use your talents to contribute to the business.”

    categories » 30 Under 30, CU Tomorrow

  2. Young Adult Transaction Accounts

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    Services like Capital One’s Card Lab, which allows customers to individualize features like APR, rewards, and the card image, confirm an opinion expressed regularly in Filene’s 30 Under 30 group: Young adults enjoy custom products. This brief surveys more than 20 credit unions across the country that have transaction accounts geared toward young adults.

    categories » CU Tomorrow, Marketing, Consumer Behavior and Market Research, Young Adult Recruiting

  3. Where’s all the blue?

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    Avery Cashman, 30 Under 30 member, Service 1st FCU

    How can you compete in a cut throat industry with direct competition on every corner? Easy, stop competing for the same business.

    categories » 30 Under 30, CU Tomorrow, Life Cycle and Evolution of Credit Unions