How Credit Unions Can Scale Their Purpose, Member Engagement, and Collective Genius
Frankie Russo – Best-selling author and keynote speaker who helps credit unions attract and retain the next generation of members by unlocking team potential and driving sustainable member growth.
Why This Talk Matters Now
Growing the Next Generation of Members
Frankie’s approach equips credit unions to connect with younger members by redefining engagement, using purpose-driven strategies that speak to their values and keep them coming back.
Beyond Product Competition
Today's credit unions aren't competing on products, they're competing on people and culture, requiring a fundamental shift in how we think about growth.
Team Burnout Reality
Teams are stretched thin and craving more than superficial motivation. They need authentic strategies to reignite purpose and energy.
Frankie's Keynote Topics
For Credit Union Professional Development
Here are several high-energy, practical sessions Frankie can deliver for your professional development event. Each can be customized to solve your team's specific challenges or goals.
Limitless Growth
Practical strategies for personal and professional growth, overcoming obstacles, and staying energized in changing times. Great for all levels of staff.
Extraordinary Engagement
How to connect more deeply with members, coworkers, and the community; helping frontline staff and leaders alike build trust and loyalty.
Generation AI
A fun, accessible look at how AI tools are reshaping work and life; and how credit union teams can use these tools to save time, reduce stress, and serve members better.
Becoming the Leader Anyone Will Follow
Essential tools and mindsets for leading with authenticity, building influence, and inspiring people at every level of an organization.
The Growth Loop™ Framework
Get Honest
Identify the gaps and blind spots that keep your credit union from connecting with the next generation of members and aligning with their evolving needs.
Get Curious
Ignite fresh thinking and uncover unconventional strategies that attract younger members without overhauling your entire approach.
Collaborate Without Boundaries
Leverage the collective genius within your team to co-create member-focused solutions that drive sustainable growth.
This model helps attendees grow in their careers, lead without the title, and make your credit union stronger from the inside out.
Key Outcomes for Credit Union Attendees
Engage the Next Generation of Members
Uncover strategies to connect with younger members by aligning your credit union’s mission with what matters most to them today.
Create Momentum Without Titles
Empower every team member to drive member growth and loyalty by championing fresh ideas and innovative outreach tactics.
Unlock Hidden Member Insights
Learn the one question that reveals untapped opportunities to engage and retain younger members through personalized experiences.
Activate Your30-Day Member Growth Challenge
Walk away with a step-by-step plan to implement new strategies that attract and retain the next generation of credit union members.
Real Talk, Real Storytelling
Grew up helping run homeless shelters
Frankie Learned early that real impact isn’t about status… it’s about service. Growing up in a family that ran homeless shelters, Frankie saw that the most meaningful work doesn’t come with a title, it comes from showing up when it matters.
Sobriety's Powerful Lesson
"You can't stay stuck and grow at the same time" How Frankie's 2008 sobriety journey reveals universal truths about personal and organizational transformation.
Embracing Your Uniqueness
"Your unique edge is your secret weapon in attracting the next generation of members" Why blending in stifles growth and how your credit union can harness its distinct culture to stand out.
Let's Build a Culture of Limitless Growth
Transformational Impact
Ignite a culture shift that positions your credit union as the go-to for younger members while aligning purpose with performance.
Memorable Experience
Set the stage for bold thinking, innovative outreach, and a renewed commitment to member growth.
Energizing Kickoff
Launch your event with a powerful keynote that inspires action and delivers practical strategies for attracting the next generation of members.
Book Frankie to ignite your conference with actionable insights that will resonate long after the event ends, creating momentum for your strategic initiatives and team development.
Meet Frankie Russo
8x Inc. 500 Founder
Built two of America's fastest-growing companies with proven, replicable growth strategies that work across industries.
2x Bestselling Author
Author of The Art of WHY and Breaking WHY, Frankie's frameworks have helped thousands of leaders drive transformation.
Breakthrough Expert
Trusted by leaders to unlock team potential in complex environments through raw, real sessions that blend storytelling with actionable frameworks.
What Leaders Are Saying
Luminate Credit Unions
Samantha Leonard
"Frankie’s talk was powerful and up lifting. It reconnected us to our purpose, sparked meaningful reflection, and left us with tools to grow our CU members with more clarity and courage. Highly recommended!"
Apple
Emory Osgood
"Frankie helped our team shift perspective and unlock creative breakthroughs. The energy was electric."
Boeing
James Wardle
"An immersive and unforgettable session that made our growth strategy feel personal, actionable, and primed for the future."
Honeywell Home
Ryan Strassburg
"An inspiring and relevant experience that gave us clarity, tools, and real direction."
Trusted by Industry Leaders
High-Energy Delivery
Frankie's engaging style keeps audiences captivated while delivering substantial, actionable content that drives real change.
Practical Takeaways
"Frankie provided our team with the most actionable growth framework we've ever implemented. Six months later, we're seeing double-digit growth." — VP | Apple Retailer
Elite Clientele
Frankie has delivered keynotes for Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders across government, technology, finance, retail, media, Non-profits, manufacturing, real-estate & more.
See Frankie in Action
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Frankie's sessions blend powerful storytelling with practical frameworks that stick. His authentic, high-energy approach creates memorable experiences that inspire immediate action.
Make the 2025 Fall Meeting Unforgettable
Schedule a Call
Connect with Frankie to discuss your event goals and audience needs.
Customize Content
Frankie will tailor his "Limitless Growth" framework specifically for your Credit Union.
Deliver a Game-Changing Keynote
Watch your attendees leave energized with actionable growth strategies.