What do you need most from your credit union marketing team?

Do you need pretty things, or do you need to meet your goals? In essence, do you need thinkers or doers? Do you need strategy or execution? Or do you need both? You need strategic thinking to pair with your leadership team, to understand your goals, and to know the tools needed to reach them. […]

Throat Punch! What’s Yours?

“What is the throat punch?” That is the first question I always ask my team as we’re working on a creative brief for a client. First, you’re likely wondering, “What in the world is a throat punch?” A throat punch is the opening line of your message that instantly grabs the attention of whoever you […]

Why your credit union marketing strategy is failing – or is It?

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Oh, the frustration! An increased budget. An innovative strategy. Hopeful execution. And then… nothing. Sometimes, it results in denial, and other times, it results in doubling down on the failing strategy, hoping a little more elbow grease will make an impact. I see this often with credit union leaders who reach out about their marketing. It’s […]

Our Credit Unions Aced 2023

Loan demand was strong last year. Deposits were elusive. But that’s not news to you. That was the overall story for most credit unions in 2023. For more than 10 years, we have collected and compiled quarterly call report data from our clients to look for trends and anticipate strategic shifts needed to remain competitive. […]

Does your credit union have the right marketing budget?

One of the most common questions I get is, ‘how much should we spend on marketing?’ If I had the magic answer to that, my bum would be sitting on the sand of a Cayman beach and not a care in the world. A magic number doesn’t exist, however, here are four factors to remember […]

Strategy or execution: What’s more important to your credit union’s success?

Research has shown that only about 8% of leaders excel at both strategy and execution. So, with limited resources at your credit union, which is more important to your success? Of course, the answer is: BOTH! But how? Credit union strategic planning sessions that ask these two questions “What are we great at?” and “What […]

2024: A year to be optimistic about credit union marketing

Economic concerns, violence around the world and an uncertain election – that’s how we’re starting 2024. Despite all of that marketers are being optimistic heading into 2024 than years past, according to WARC’s “The Voice of the Marketer 2024” report. So optimistic that the overall global marketing investment is projected to increase 8.2% in 2024 to […]

Selfish Credit Unions Kill Opportunities

When credit union leaders and board members resist change in favor of the comfort of the familiar past, all in the name of love of the credit union, I ask one question:  “What is your credit union story from when you first joined?” I tend to hear emotional and moving stories about the many firsts […]

The Pandemic of Nice is Not Working Out

I’ve had a recurring theme in conversations with credit union leaders this year. “Bo, I just don’t know if all my staff is on board. I don’t know if they are a good fit to take us to the next level, where we’re going.” OUCH! That is a touchy conversation. But the fact that these […]

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Dexter Ochoa

Development Assistant

When it comes to blending logical thinking and creative problem solving, Dexter’s abilities are undeniable! Beginning his career as a Web Developer, he’s no stranger to the wide world of Marketing and Advertising. Calling Biñan City in the Philippines home, Dexter has a burning desire to visit the Alpine peaks and valleys of Switzerland. While that journey may be far off, he is still no stranger to international travel. While visiting Japan, he was able to enjoy his favorite delicacy: Sushi and Sashimi. He also learned unexpected facts about Japanese Yen, specifically that it has special markings for the blind to know its value!

Living life by his motto to “Do good even if the world is unfair,” Dexter would also advise his younger self, “It’s hard, but you’re doing good!” Whether he’s enjoying a cup of coffee in the morning or the occasional Pale Pilsen in the evening, Dexter is eager to work with the talented professionals of YMC, and we’re just as eager to add his talent to the team as well! His marketing words of wisdom? “Be creative, and just do what you want!”

Andrew Wyche

Copywriter

Hailing from the NC state capital (that’s Raleigh if you didn’t know), Andrew is YMC’s Copywriter extraordinaire. That’s why he knows that “The verb form of ‘reconnaissance’ is ‘reconnoiter.’ The former is, strictly speaking, a noun.” Seriously, he knows his words and he’ll use those words to get bold and weird (in a good way) with his copy. Fuelled by a love for pasta, shellfish, a good single malt, or a meal consisting of all three, Andrew navigates life with a motto engraved in his heart: “Choose kindness. Always.” It is this guiding principle that has led him to explore the realm of marketing, driven by a desire to connect with people in meaningful ways. As he continues to chase his dreams, one bucket list item stands out above the rest – a pilgrimage to Scotland. With his heart set on adventure and his pen poised for creativity, Andrew’s journey is far from over.

Alex VanHaasteren

Senior Web Developer

Alex is YMC’s Senior Web Developer and, as the title suggests, she is an absolute pro! While she initially started in graphic design – working long and hard to expertly bring concepts to life – she also felt drawn to technology and applying her natural ability to problem solve. Web Development proved the perfect blend of her creative passion and technical savvy.

When Alex is out with friends – including her YMC colleagues – she’s up for Greek cuisine or some good pulled pork BBQ washed down with Diet Coke. Or an Old Fashioned, if the occasion demands. Someday, she hopes to go to Africa on a safari. Hopefully she’ll see a giraffe in the wild, because – as she’s pointed out – its neck is too short to reach the ground!

When she isn’t jamming out to T-Swift, she’s happy to impart some marketing words of wisdom, “Aim to create something unforgettable.” For day-to-day inspiration, she would remind you of two fundamental truths: You decide your happiness, and Ice cream is its own food group—not just a dessert.

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