See how The Element Group helped Golden 1 Credit Union create a flexible, community-focused branch prototype with bold branding and a member-first design.| The Element Group
Element . A full-service firm that designs and transforms financial institutions nationwide using a turnkey design-implementation approach.| The Element Group
A full-service firm that designs and transforms financial institutions nationwide using a turnkey design-implementation approach.| The Element Group
Reading Time: 10minutes When a bank or credit union builds a new branch, the budget usually focuses on the obvious line items: construction, furniture, signage, etc. What often goes unnoticed are hidden costs that can accumulate, potentially impacting the project’s overall success and timeline. In this episode of the Bits Matter Podcast, host Doug Ridley sits down with […] The post Avoiding Hidden Costs in Branch Projects appeared first on The Element Group.| The Element Group
Reading Time: 8minutes When banks and credit unions embark on a new branch project, whether a ground-up build, renovation, or in-store format, the stakes are high. Branches are multimillion-dollar investments that carry long-term implications for community engagement, customer and member experience, and operational growth. In our latest Bits Matter Podcast, William Foley, co-founder of The Element Group, shared […] The post Mitigating Risk in Branch Projects: What Leaders Need to Know appea...| The Element Group
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Employees of financial institutions who wear branded bank apparel communicate consistency, expertise, and authority to branch visitors.| The Element Group
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The Element Digital Brochure Experience re-engages clients with in-branch technology. See what a digital signage brochure can do for your bank or credit union.| Element
Digital signage for banks and credit unions is growing in popularity. Benefits are clear for both customers and your branch team.| Element
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Reading Time: 8minutes Bank and credit union promotional products (aka swag or merch) have always been popular — who hasn’t scored a pen or calendar from their local branch? But despite the proven benefits of branded goods, many financial institutions are still giving away the same pens, mugs, and T-shirts they’ve stocked for years. Too often, these products […] The post Banking Promotional Marketing Ideas: Top 25 Product Picks for 2025 appeared first on Element.| Element
Marketing for banks and credit unions: Combine digital and branch tactics to create a cohesive marketing strategy for your financial institution.| Element
Reading Time: 4minutes As online banking takes over daily transactions, the role of the branch must evolve. At Element, we’re helping clients make this transformation by adopting a retail mindset. Retailers have long understood how to drive in-store behavior through environmental design, emotional triggers, and strategic branch merchandising. For community banks and credit unions, adopting a retail mindset […] The post Branch Merchandising: Actionable Learnings From Retailers appeared fir...| Element
Reading Time: 3minutes The branch is not a training ground. It’s the front line. It’s where members come to resolve problems, make decisions, and seek guidance. For far too long, front-line branch roles have been labeled as “entry-level,” and that mindset is holding us back. These roles require more than basic skills. They require intelligence, empathy, and financial […] The post From Teller to Advisor: Element’s Vision for Consultative Member Services appeared first on Element.| Element
Explore the top banking challenges for 2025 and how financial institutions can stay competitive while meeting evolving customer demands.| Element
Digital transformation in banking can look different for every financial institution. Learn what’s involved in a digital banking transformation here.| Element
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As retail banking evolves, what will become of interior bank layout design? Find examples of bank floor plans and credit union layouts here.| Element
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Looking to optimize the baking customer experience? We offer 10 effective strategies to make your FI stand out in the most important ways.| Element
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Element designs and creates digital signage for banks and credit unions nationwide. Explore digital signage options for your financial institution.| The Element Group
True bank branch transformations reach far beyond physical appearance. Use this guide when planning for your financial institution’s future.| The Element Group
There’s no denying it: Self-service solutions make up a large part of the future of banking. But whether they’re big or small, local or nationwide, banks and credit unions that implement smart self-service tools can become industry leaders in their customer's and member's eyes. In our latest blog post, we take a closer look at the epicenter of banking self-service: the kiosk. Read more here| The Element Group
Learn how to achieve the best bank customer service with these seven trends and real-world examples.| The Element Group
Wondering if your bank teller stations are up to par? Our guide will explain how to take advantage of space and technology to best serve customers and employees.| Element
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The biggest banks just keep getting bigger — but that doesn’t necessarily mean they’re getting better. As we move further into the 2020s, community banks and credit unions will need to emphasize their competitive edge over the larger nationwide banks if they want to thrive. Check out our latest blog post to learn how smaller branches can leverage efficiency, technology, and great human capital to deliver on expectations in 2022 and beyond.| Element
Element helped Hawaii State Federal Credit Union find innovative solutions to maximize efficiency and address Hawaii's unique real estate challenges.| Element
Omnichannel banking provides customers and members with a comprehensive suite of tools and seamless movement between banking channels. Find the latest trends here.| Element
What is an interactive teller machine? And how is it different from an ATM? Learn about ITM technology, features, and more.| Element
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Discover the latest trends in modern bank and credit union branch design, from innovative interior layouts to community-oriented building exteriors.| Element