Filene Fill-in Episode #13
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Ep. 13: Happy Birthday, Ed Filene! Celebrating our Namesake
Ed Filene's was born on September 3, 1860 in Salem, Massachusetts. Join us in celebration of the father of the U.S. credit union movement!
- A Birthday Celebration: This episode is a special birthday celebration for Edward Filene, the namesake of Filene Research Institute. Listen to George Hofheimer discuss Ed's life and legacy.
- Ed Filene's Legacy and Potential Disruptions: We delve into Ed's role as the father of the U.S.credit union movement, emphasizing the significance of using his name for our institute. We speculate about what disruptions Ed might seek out in today's world, possibly focusing on retail and adapting to the current online retail landscape.
- Reflections on Ed's Influence and Legacy: George ponders how Ed might perceive ourmodern-day organization and its casual work environment compared to his time. He reflects on Ed's emphasis on data-driven decision-making and his vision for improving consumers' financial lives. The episode ends with birthday wishes for Ed and an invitation for listeners to join the celebration.
