Insights

August 29, 2025
Strategic Planning in 2026: How Credit Unions Should Prepare
Credit unions must embrace resilience and agility in 2026, addressing borrower stress, technology shifts, and reduced federal student aid with…
Credit Union
FinTech
Podcast
Strategic Planning
Strategy

August 5, 2025
What Credit Union Leaders Need to Know About the “Big, Beautiful Bill”
The “Big, Beautiful Bill” is set to bring the largest overhaul to federal student lending in decades, dramatically reshaping education…
Education Lending
FinTech
Refinance and Consolidation

August 4, 2025
Insights From the Top: Five Themes System Leaders Can’t Stop Talking About
After 50 episodes, there’s not much LendKey’s 22 Minutes in Lending podcast hasn’t covered, but over time some key trends…
FinTech

July 30, 2025
Shifting Gears: Auto Lending in 2025
Credit unions are leaning into used car financing, meeting demand for older, more affordable vehicles. They’re serving thin-file members more…

June 30, 2025
Can Credit Unions Reach Their Digital Potential?
Credit unions are trusted by members, but digital experience drives satisfaction—especially for those under 40. Delivering fast, intuitive digital lending…
FinTech

June 18, 2025
AI Is Dramatically Shifting Consumer Journeys, But What Does That Mean for Credit Unions?
To remain competitive and relevant, credit unions must embrace AI-driven tools that deliver real-time insights, predictive capabilities, and hyper-personalized experiences…
FinTech
News

August 26, 2025
TopLine members are recipients of LendKey and Member Student Lending Scholarships
Four TopLine Financial Credit Union members were awarded $2,000 each to help support the costs of higher education.…

August 13, 2025
LendKey Student Loans Review
Shopping around for a student loan is always a smart practice since lenders have their own underwriting models and loan…

June 30, 2025
Credit Unions Must Prioritize Youth-Centric Financial Solutions
By prioritizing education financing, student loan refinance, and real financial solutions—credit unions can ensure their own future while truly serving…

May 2, 2025
Vince Passione, CEO of LendKey, on digital network lending
My next Fintech One-on-One guest, LendKey CEO Vince Passione, returns to discuss how their network lending technology helps credit unions…

March 31, 2025
CUSSing Pays Off! Underground Collision DC / Recap
Vince Passione, Founder/CEO at LendKey, stopped by the Underground Collision Studio Lounge to share highlights from his event session interestingly…

March 24, 2025
Student Loans Are Smarter Than You Think
With strong repayment trends, high-quality borrowers and growing demand, they align perfectly with credit union values.…