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Grow Your Credit Union

Grow Your Credit Union

By: Becky Reed and Joshua Barclay
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Each week, host Joshua Barclay and co-host Becky Reed dive into the nitty-gritty of successful credit union operations, exploring innovative approaches and leadership insights. We’re more than just a podcast; we’re your go-to resource for turning challenges into opportunities. Join us as we laugh a bit, learn a lot, and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the credit union world.2025 - Grow Your Credit Union Career Success Economics Management Management & Leadership Politics & Government
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  • Member Loyalty Starts Next to the Sugar
    May 19 2025

    Credit unions talk about being community-focused. But what if real connection meant showing up in the moments that matter, like when someone’s buying groceries?

    In this episode of Grow Your Credit Union, host Joshua Barclay is joined by co-host Becky Reed and guest Jennifer Borowy, President and CEO of Michigan First Credit Union to talk about how mentorship can accelerate leadership, what lessons credit unions can borrow from banks, and whether in-store branches really drive growth.

    Also, we talked with Bradley Hickey, Manager of Application Development at American Airlines Federal Credit Union, to hear why CU Build is a must-attend for any credit union team looking to innovate from within.

    Register here: https://www.cubuild.org/register-now

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    30 mins
  • Can Mobile Branches Fight Back Against Predatory Lending?
    May 5 2025

    Too often, payday lenders are easier to find than a credit union. What if we flipped that script and brought financial services straight to the communities being exploited?

    In this episode of Grow Your Credit Union, host Joshua Barclay is joined by co-host Becky Reed and guest Michael Crowl, President and CEO of University Federal Credit Union to talk about:

    • How UFCU is beating industry trends with explosive membership growth.
    • How mobile branches are combatting predatory lenders.
    • What new legislation could mean for small business lending.

    Listen now to stay ahead of what's shaping the credit union movement.

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    26 mins
  • NCUA Shakeup Renews Focus on CUSO Collaboration (LIVE at NACUSO Reimagine 2025)
    Apr 21 2025

    Live from NACUSO Reimagine in Las Vegas, this episode tackles one of the most disruptive weeks in credit union oversight, offering a real-time gut check on leadership, advocacy, and opportunity in a time of uncertainty.

    In this episode of Grow Your Credit Union, host Joshua Barclay is joined by co-host Becky Reed and guest Dan Daggett, Chief Strategy Officer at Credit Unions First, to talk about the unexpected NCUA terminations, what deregulation could unlock, and how to make smarter tech investments through CUSO collaboration.

    Listen now to stay ahead of what’s shaping the movement.

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    31 mins

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