Credit union consolidations are on the rise in 2015, continuing a trend from previous years. There were 14% fewer credit unions in March 2015 than there were in March 2010, according to data from CUDATA.com. As credit unions consolidate, the number of smaller credit unions is decreasing while the number of large credit unions between $100-$500 million and over $500 million in size is increasing.
Credit union consolidation continues. There were about 14% fewer credit unions in March 2015 than March 2010.
With all the M&A activity, it’s no surprise M&A remains a key topic of interest for credit unions leaders. Earlier this week John Dearing, Managing Director, presented “Strategic Mergers & Acquisitions: Exploring External Growth” at the Credit Union Services and Products Conference hosted by CU Conferences in Nashville, Tennessee. About 70 executives and board members of credit unions participated in this interactive session.
John’s presentation not only covered current trends in credit union M&A, but also explored how credit unions can use strategic options in addition to consolidation when growing through M&A. These could include adding a new technology or expanding into a new market order to grow.
Below are some pictures from the conference.
John and Don Berra, hosts of CU Conferences.
John Dearing, Capstone Managing Director, presented “Strategic Mergers & Acquisitions: Exploring External Growth” at the Credit Union Services and Products Conference in Nashville.
Participants at the Credit Union Services and Products Conference hosted by CU Conferences in Nashville, Tennessee.
Enjoying local music.
Nashville at night: The Grand Ole Opry
