The Credit Union Pod
The Credit Union Pod
ILCU
The Credit Union Pod is a podcast series aimed at all those with an interest in the development of credit unions across the island of Ireland.  Credit Unions have a critical role to play in bringing real competition to the retail financial services sector.  This series, published by the Irish League of Credit Unions, will highlight the important role which credit unions play in serving more than three million members across the island. It will also outline the challenges and opportunities faced by credit unions in expanding their services in the areas of current accounts, mortgages, SME lending, community finance, agri and green lending and so much more. 
Episode 21 - The Credit Union of Tomorrow - Embracing AI and Digital Innovation - From the ILCU Annual Conference.
Recorded live at the Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU) Annual Conference in Dublin on the 22nd of May 2026, this panel discussion is facilitated by Patrick Lawlor, Head of Professional Advisory Services at the ILCU. The session features an expert panel including: Prag Sharma, Future of Finance, Citi InstituteIan Primrose, IT & Project Manager, Link Credit UnionMandy Cousins, Head of Risk & Compliance, Altura Credit Union
Jun 30
45 min
Episode 22 - Talent that Thrives - From the ILCU Annual Conference.
Recorded live at the Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU) Annual Conference in Dublin on the 22nd of May 2026, this panel discussion is facilitated by Cara Ryan, HR Advisory Manager at the Irish League of Credit Unions. The session features an expert panel including: Conan Gallagher, CEO Journi Credit UnionLouisa Meehan, Founder & Principal HR Consultant, Woodview HRMPaul McClatchie, Director, Engage People Recruitment
Jun 30
47 min
Episode 20 - The Evolving Consumer Protection Framework & Credit Unions - From the ILCU Annual Conference.
Recorded live at the ILCU Annual Conference in Dublin on the 22nd of May 2026, , this episode features Colm Kincaid, Deputy Governor, Consumer & Investor Protection, Central Bank of Ireland.
Jun 23
10 min
Episode 19 - Sectoral Strategy - Why We Exist & How We Win: Sectoral Strategy for Credit Union Futures.
Recorded live at the Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU) Annual Conference in Dublin on the 22nd of May 2026, this episode features David Malone, Chief Executive Officer ILCU, and Martin Fisher, Head of Northern Ireland at ILCU, outlining the Sectoral Strategy shaping the future of credit unions.
Jun 23
26 min
Episode 18 - Personal Investment Accounts - What this could mean for credit unions.
The Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris TD announced on Tuesday 31st of March that the Government's intention is to make taxation changes in October's budget to allow for Personal Investment Accounts to be launched in 2027. Barry Harrington, Head of Advocacy at the Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU), David Malone, CEO of the ILCU, and John Mullane, Chief Investment Officer at Cantor Fitzgerald discuss what the forthcoming Personal Investment Accounts could mean for c...
Apr 27
56 min
Episode 17 - Financial Education - Global Money Week
In this episode, Barry Harrington, Head of Advocacy at the Irish League of Credit Unions speaks to Dr. Olive McCarthy, Professor of the Department of Food, Business and Development and former member of the Credit Union Advisory Committee (CUAC), and Cian Twomey, Assistant Professor of Financial Economics at University College Galway, and Vice-Chair at St. Columba's Credit Union in Galway, about financial literacy, youth education and financial inclusion.
Mar 20
29 min
Episode 16 - The Digital Euro - Barry Harrington (Irish League of Credit Unions) in conversation with Gillian Phelan (Central Bank of Ireland).
On 30th of October 2025, the Governing Council of the European Central Bank decided to move to the next phase of the digital euro project. The 2 year preparation phase is now completed and work on how to implement the Digital Euro is accelerating across Europe. Barry Harrington Head of Advocacy ILCU is joined by Gillian Phelan, Head of Division, Central Bank of Ireland to discuss what the digital Euro is and how it will work.
Dec 17, 2025
24 min
Episode 15 - Unlocking Member Insights: Data-Driven Strategy for Credit Union Growth
In this episode, Irish League of Credit Unions CEO David Malone speaks with Pat Corcoran, Director of RW Pierce and Co-Founder of Holmes Marketplace Analytics on how they can support credit unions in having a deeper understanding of their members, markets and potential opportunities. Contact Details: ROI 045 895 000 [email protected] [email protected] NI 028 9037 2504 [email protected] or simply [email protected] for all
Dec 16, 2025
28 min
Episode 14 - A Lending Participation Opportunity for Credit Unions in a  Community Energy Initiative
In this episode , Barry Harrington, Head of Advocacy and Regulatory Engagement at the Irish League of Credit Unions speaks with Sean Staunton, CEO of Progressive Credit Union about a lending participation opportunity for credit unions in a community energy initiative. For more details, Sean can be contacted at [email protected]
Oct 9, 2025
21 min
Episode 13 - ILCU Conference Belfast 2025 - Andrew Keating - The Musgrave Group Story
THE MUSGRAVE GROUP STORY Andrew Keating, CFO of Musgrave Group, shares the remarkable story of how the company navigated challenges by uniting its people and partners. His insights highlight the power of collaboration, resilience, and leadership—values that resonate deeply with credit unions.
May 22, 2025
31 min
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