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Hosted by top 5 banking and fintech influencer, Jim Marous, Banking Transformed highlights the challenges facing the banking industry. Featuring some of the top minds in business, this podcast explores how financial institutions can prepare for the future of banking.

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Removing Friction from the Lending Experience

Today, we have the privilege of interviewing Tim Wheeler, Chief Lending Officer with Tennessee-based Fortera Credit Union for the Banking Transformed podcast. Time shares how Fortera has leveraged technology, challenged traditional thinking, and eliminated unnecessary friction points to create a seamless, efficient, and member-centric lending experience.

Wheeler emphasizes the importance of a data, analytics and a digital-first mindset and the role of leadership in driving change within the organization. He also highlights how Fortera's stable and forward-thinking management team has been instrumental in fostering a culture of innovation.

By understanding member behavior and anticipating their needs, the credit union aims to provide personalized recommendations and proactive support at key moments in their members' financial lives.

This episode of Banking Transformed Solutions is sponsored by MeridianLink

MeridianLink® (NYSE: MLNK) powers digital lending and account opening for financial institutions and provides data verification solutions for consumer reporting agencies. MeridianLink’s scalable, cloud-based platforms help customers build deeper relationships with consumers through data-driven, personalized experiences across the entire lending life cycle.

MeridianLink enables customers to accelerate revenue growth, reduce risk, and exceed consumer expectations through seamless digital experiences. Its partner marketplace supports hundreds of integrations for tailored innovation. For more than 20 years, MeridianLink has prioritized the democratization of lending for consumers, businesses, and communities. Learn more at meridianlink.com.

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