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.


Our Advisory Committee

Our Advisory Committee is a group of credit union experts who provide the Filene Research Institute with recommendations key to our continued success.  Their knowledge of the financial services industry and their understanding of our mission and vision guides the Institute and the future of credit unions.

Larry H. Blanchard
Sr. V.P. Corporate & Legislative Affairs
CUNA Mutual Group » Madison, WI
Dave Dickens
Sr. Vice President-Asset Liability Management
U.S. Central Credit Union » Lenexa, KS
Bill Hampel, PhD
Senior V.P. & Chief Economist
CUNA & Affiliates » Washington, DC
Randy Kohout
VP Organization Capability
CUNA Mutual Group » Madison, WI
Wendell Lyons
President/CEO
Kentucky Credit Union League » Louisville, KY
Robert N. Trunzo
EVP, Chief Sales Executive
CUNA Mutual Group » Madison, WI