Filene Research Institute

Through independent research and innovation, the Filene Research Institute explores issues vital to the future of credit unions and consumer finance.


Research Publications

  1. A Seat at the Table: Young Adult Directors and Board Advisors

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    Credit union volunteers, particularly board members, are overwhelmingly older than 50. Credit union boards can invite young adult perspective in a number of ways, including presentations from consultants, research from credit union staff , or broader research about the young adult market in general. This brief proposes a more audacious step: recruiting a talented young adult to serve as either an advisory volunteer or a full director.

    categories » CU Tomorrow, Young Adult Recruiting, Young Adults and Families

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