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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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  • You Don’t Need to Shout. The NCUA is Actually Listening
    Jul 3 2025

    Some credit union leaders still treat the NCUA like an adversary—or an oracle. But the truth is, regulators are paying attention, especially when the feedback is thoughtful, specific, and backed by real solutions.

    In this episode of Grow Your Credit Union, host Joshua Barclay and co-host Becky Reed are joined by guest Elizabeth Eurgubian, former Director of External Affairs and Policy Advisor to the chair of the NCUA, to talk about what the agency’s recent leadership shakeups really mean, how to be heard in the rule-making process, and why this is the right moment to reshape the relationship between credit unions and regulators.

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

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    31 mins
  • When “I Can’t” Becomes Industry Policy
    Jun 16 2025

    Some credit union leaders are building small business programs, investing in community growth, and doing the hard work. Others are still hiding behind “we can’t”—and it might be costing the industry its future.

    In this episode of Grow Your Credit Union, host Joshua Barclay is joined by co-host Becky Reed and guest John Holt, CEO of Nutmeg State Financial Credit Union, to talk about the controversy around CEO golden parachutes, the untapped opportunity in small business lending, and whether chasing CDFI grants is really worth it.

    A huge thanks to our sponsor, PFP Services.

    Credit Unions know that engagement is key to success. PFP Services brings expertise, resources, and passion to help you build strong connections with your members. Our goal is to grow your credit union together, forming lasting bonds every step of the way. Partnering with us means a mutually beneficial relationship with absolutely no cost! Visit familysecurityplan.com/credit-unions/ to learn more.

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

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    34 mins
  • The Regulation That Time Forgot
    Jun 2 2025

    Check out the post for this episode of Grow Your Credit Union.

    In this episode of Grow Your Credit Union, host Joshua Barclay is joined by co-host James McBride, CEO, Connects Federal Credit Union and guest Michael Powers, CEO of Garden Savings Federal Credit Union. Together, they discuss the following:

    • Which regulations do the most harm,
    • How to make financial advice stick digitally, and
    • How to spot a merger that strengthens - not swallows - a credit union.

    Thanks to our sponsor for this episode, PFP Services

    Credit Unions know that engagement is key to success. PFP Services brings expertise, resources, and passion to help you build strong connections with your members. Our goal is to grow your credit union together, forming lasting bonds every step of the way. Partnering with us means a mutually beneficial relationship with absolutely no cost! Visit familysecurityplan.com/credit-unions/ to learn more.

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    31 mins
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