Nest Egg Narratives: Exploring the Future of Credit Unions
Nest Egg Narratives brings you candid conversations with credit union leaders who are tackling challenges, seizing opportunities, and shaping the future of community finance. From small credit unions finding innovative ways to serve their members to large institutions driving industry-wide change, we uncover real stories of resilience, growth, and impact. Join us as we explore how credit unions adapt to shifting regulations, embrace financial literacy initiatives, and develop new strategies to engage the next generation of members.
Episodes
What does it take to lead a 3,000-member credit union in a world of billion-dollar players?
For Josh Hench, COO and CEO-in-waiting at Tuscaloosa VA Federal Credit Union, the answer lies in purpose, grit, and doubling down on human connection.
In this episode of Nest Egg Narratives, Josh shares how his upbringing shaped his approach to money, what he's learned from building trust with every member who walks through the door, and why ...
WCU Credit Union might be small, but under the leadership of CEO Steve Determan, it’s making a big impact.
In this episode of Nest Egg Narratives, Steve shares how his team balances old-school member service with modern digital banking—and how that’s driving loyalty and growth.
You’ll hear why he built a hands-on financial literacy program from scratch, how he prioritizes tech upgrades on a tight budget, and what it really means to...
In this conversation, Mike Powers shares his journey from a young wrestling fan to the CEO of Garden Savings Credit Union. He discusses his early experiences with money, his career progression within credit unions, and the recent merger with Pinnacle. The conversation delves into the importance of maintaining a physical presence in banking, navigating challenges in the financial landscape, and the significance of community values i...
What does it take to lead a credit union from $75 million to over $2 billion in assets? In this episode of Nest Egg Narratives, we sit down with Steve Swofford, longtime CEO of Alabama Credit Union, to unpack a career shaped by trust, timing, and a few bold decisions.
Steve shares the story of how landing Mercedes-Benz as a partner led to 500 new accounts in a week—and how that success opened doors to serve other major employers lik...
Get a preview of what’s ahead on Nest Egg Narratives—a new podcast exploring the future of credit unions through conversations with leaders at institutions of all sizes. From big wins to real challenges, we’re sharing the stories shaping the credit union movement.
Brought to you by Ostrich—on a mission to ensure the next generation is the most financially secure.
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