
In Your Best Interest: An ALM First Podcast
Our goal is to give you an insider's view of the latest market trends, explore common depository challenges and share success stories and insights from industry leaders. Join us to gain new perspectives as our experts dive into effective balance sheet management techniques and break down best practices. Visit our website at https://www.almfirst.com/.
Podcasting since 2020 • 30 episodes
In Your Best Interest: An ALM First Podcast
Latest Episodes
The Five Practices of Impactful Financial Leaders
Financial leadership requires more than vision—it demands discipline, process, and clarity amid complexity, as Dr. Jamie Ledin explains through her framework of five leadership practices. She shares practical strategies for creating clarity in ...
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23:04

Beyond The Deal: Real Stories from Merger Integration
Merger integration represents the most challenging phase for credit unions pursuing strategic partnerships, requiring careful attention to people, processes, systems, and communication strategies to ensure success.• Credit union mergers...
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36:22

Core Competencies Hindering CEO Succession
Credit unions face a massive leadership transition as 40% of CEOs retire by 2030, yet only 54% of boards have succession plans in place, creating both challenges and opportunities for reimagining executive leadership.• Wave of retiremen...
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Episode 29
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The African-American Credit Union Coalition (AACUC) Future Fund Builds Pathways to Financial Inclusion
In celebration of Black History Month, we explore the AACUC Future Fund, a groundbreaking initiative transforming financial inclusion in the credit union movement. Since 1999, the African American Credit Union Coalition has been a pioneering fo...
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31:26

Building Stronger Credit Unions Through Strategic Mergers
This episode delves into the current trends and strategic considerations in the credit union merger landscape, highlighting the importance of preparation and adaptability in navigating the evolving M&A environment. The discussion emphasizes...
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