Imagine the Difference

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Imagine the Difference

Imagine the Difference brings listeners to the intersection of credit unions and nonprofit organizations. We shine a spotlight on the mechanics behind, and mutual benefits of, this unique relationship. We help credit unions elevate their cause marketing for member engagement, and guide nonprofits in the formation of a successful credit union partnership.

  1. Heart Warming Partnerships

    11/07/2022

    Heart Warming Partnerships

    What happens when a credit union partners with a nonprofit? In this episode, Sharlene Wells and Michael Andrews discuss their partnership and all the good they have done together in their respective communities. They dive deep into community giving, giveback days, and how you can engage with your community. They also share why it's important for credit unions and nonprofits to work together.  Check out: Mountain America Credit Union Operation Warm Guests: Sharlene Wells - Mountain America CU, Senior Vice President of PR LinkedIn(LINK) Contact: sharlenewells@macu.com Michael Andrews - Operation Warm, Sr. Partnership Manager (Western Region) LinkedIn(LINK) Contact: mandrews@operationwarm.org

    31 min
  2. Growing a Tru Community

    10/03/2022

    Growing a Tru Community

    What happens when a credit union partners with a nonprofit? In this episode, Rachel Caballero and Christos Chronis discuss their partnership and all the good they have done together in their respective communities. They dive deep into scholarships, internships, partnerships and how you can engage with your community. They also share why it's important for credit unions and nonprofits to work together.  Guests: Rachel Caballero | Community Development Officer at TruWest Credit Union - Contact: rncaballero@truwest.org   Christos Chronis | Chief Philanthropy officer at Mesa Community College - Contact: christos.chronis@mesacc.edu

    42 min
  3. Building A Grand Slam Partnership

    04/13/2022

    Building A Grand Slam Partnership

    What happens when a credit union partners with a nonprofit? In this episode, Tom Berquist and Amy Hoyte discuss their 15+ year partnership and all the good they have done together in their respective communities. They also share success stories and tell us why it's important for credit unions and nonprofits to work together. Guests: Tom Berquist | EVP/Chief Marketing Officer at BECU Amy Hoyte | Executive Director at Rebuilding Together South Sound   Learn more about BECU at becu.org Learn more about Rebuilding Together South Sound at rebuildingtogetherss.org

    45 min
  4. Potatoes! Potatoes! Potatoes!

    01/12/2022

    Potatoes! Potatoes! Potatoes!

    How many meals can you make with 2000 pounds of Potatoes? What can 64 credit unions do in one day when they work together? Listen as Benjamin Hering, and Julie Greene unpack CU Forward Day 2021. CU Forward Day is a day of giving that started with one credit union about a decade ago and quickly to dozens of credit unions across the state of Minnesota.   Guests: Julie Greene | Volunteer Management Professional at Second Harvest Heartland., Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area   Benjamin Hering | Director of Engagement at Minnesota Credit Union Network., Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

    37 min
  5. On A Mission To Thrive

    12/15/2021

    On A Mission To Thrive

    What happens when credit unions strive to help local nonprofits? How can credit unions build healthy relationships with nonprofits? Brittani Richards and Dan Wolfert explore these questions during this Imagine the Difference podcast episode. They also tell stories about their successful partnership and provide some insight into the benefits of co-branding with nonprofits in their community. Check out: Thrive Credit Union Hillcroft Services Guests: Brittani Richards | Vice President of Marketing & Branch Operations at Thrive Credit Union., Muncie, Indiana, United States   Dan Wolfert | Vice President, Development & Marketing at Hillcroft Services, Inc., Yorktown, Indiana, United States

    32 min
  6. Planting Trees Today

    09/01/2021

    Planting Trees Today

    How can credit unions grow roots in their communities? In this episode, Tara Wachendorf and Zach Wahls of GreenState Credit Union talk about GreenStates’s support of over 900 charities and contributing over $2.2 million to local charities in 2020. Additionally GreenState plants a new tree for every new credit union member with help from their nonprofit partner, Trees Forever. GreenState makes helping their community a priority, and in turn, GreenState has seen more members give. Check out:  Greenstate.org treesforever.secure.force.com Guests: Tara Wachendorf (Public Relations Director), GreenState Credit Union Zach Wahls (Vice President), GreenState Credit Union Learn more about NetGiver at netgiverapp.com

    40 min

  7. 06/16/2021

    Buy the Boots: Building Empathy in Onboarding

    What happens when credit unions empower their team to live the “people helping people” philosophy from day one? How can nonprofit organizations grow through service partnerships with local businesses? In this episode, Pace Josey and Traci Herndon share valuable advice about weaving empathy into company culture. We discuss the long-term impact of personal connections on both nonprofit outreach efforts and credit union member relationships. Listen to find out how service learning and construction boots can change lives and build community. Check out:  Montgomery Area Council on Aging Guardian Connects   Guests: Pace Josey | Marketing Manager, Guardian Credit Union, Montgomery, Alabama and owner of Trillion Threads Traci Herndon | Volunteer Coordinator, Montgomery Area Council on Aging, Montgomery, Alabama

    30 min

  8. 05/26/2021

    Supporting the Worst Tuba Player in the Band

    This week, we dive into community impact at the hyperlocal level. Funding the budget shortfalls for school sports and clubs is a pain point for many parents and students, and a barrier to participation for others. How can a credit union and booster club partnership foster sustainable programs, eliminate the need for door-to-door sales, and ensure equitable access to activities? Learn about how My Credit Union in Bloomington, Minnesota is teaming up with community booster clubs to support students and build long-term self-sufficiency. Check out:  My Credit Union   Guests: Todd Barduson | Vice President of Marketing; My Credit Union; Bloomington, Minnesota Melissa Riebel | School & Community Engagement Coordinator; Kennedy High School; Bloomington, Minnesota

    32 min
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Imagine the Difference brings listeners to the intersection of credit unions and nonprofit organizations. We shine a spotlight on the mechanics behind, and mutual benefits of, this unique relationship. We help credit unions elevate their cause marketing for member engagement, and guide nonprofits in the formation of a successful credit union partnership.

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