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Today, 53% of Americans prefer to invest with their trusted financial institution, yet if credit unions don't offer accessible investment options, members will find alternatives elsewhere. Platforms like Robinhood, Betterment, and Acorns are not just competing for depositsโ€”they are competing for the entire relationship. Once a member begins investing with such a third party, they are immediately targeted with high-yield savings accounts, credit cards, and more. The result? Credit unions risk losing not just wallet share, but the member altogether. This session explores the modern investment journey of Gen Z and Millennialsโ€”and how credit unions can stay relevant by meeting them where they are.


Key Takeaways:

  1. The long-term impact of deposit outflow is far more significant than it may initially appearโ€”mainly due to (younger) members beginning to leave their credit union.
  2. Credit unions have a unique opportunity to serve members who have never invested before (what is a lot!). By becoming both the primary banking and investing relationship, credit unions can significantly improve member retentionโ€”those who use their CU for both are 6x less likely to leave.
  3. It's time to rethink investing as more than just an AUM-driven revenue stream. Instead, investing should be seen as a powerful tool to drive stickiness, member loyalty, and increased deposits.


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Speakers

  • Mart Vos (Founder/CEO of Eko)

    Mart Vos

    Founder/CEO of Eko

    Mart Vos is the Founder and CEO of Eko, a fintech company transforming how financial institutions offer investing solutions. Under his leadership, Eko has developed a white-labeled investment platform that integrates seamlessly with existing banking infrastructure, making it possible for credit unions to provide investment opportunities to all members, not just the top 1%. Mart has over a decade of experience in financial technology and has been a key driver of Eko’s success, including winning the prestigious “Best of Show” award at FinovateFall 2024. His vision is to democratize access to investing, enabling everyday consumers to grow their wealth with simple, accessible tools. Passionate about innovation and financial inclusion, Mart continues to lead Eko’s growth in bringing user-friendly investment solutions to more institutions across the industry.

    From working in financial technology and particular investing, I have seen a revolution in FinTech and WealthTech products. Eko's goal is to bring this revolution to everybody via their trusted bank and credit union. Eko's natively integrated, white-labeled product allows financial institutions to unlock this solution within weeks after signing up, without having to build anything or hire anyone.

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