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Welcome to Wallet Watch! We’re glad you’re here. Content will consist of topics related to financial responsibility, professional development, overcoming obstacles, and more. Wallet Watch is proudly brought to you by Michigan State University Federal Credit Union and Oakland University Credit Union (a trademark of MSUFCU). Check us out every 3 weeks for new updates.
Episodes

Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Dream BIG with MSUFCU
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
Wednesday Jan 29, 2025
To our loyal listeners, this is an episode of Wallet Watch you don’t want to miss. Podcast host Jessica gets some one-on-one time with MSU Federal Credit Union’s President and CEO, April Clobes. In this episode, Jessica gets April’s thoughts on the importance of innovation when it comes to growth, the current economic state and what the future looks like for the small-town Credit Union that is a leader in the industry in so many ways. Don’t miss out, tune in now.

Wednesday Jan 08, 2025
Dream BIG with Pillur
Wednesday Jan 08, 2025
Wednesday Jan 08, 2025
Business owners and entrepreneurs, listen here while we discuss Pillur, MSUFCU’s new commercial brand that provides advanced digital tools and benefits for our business members. Podcast host and Financial Educator, Jessica Rubio sits down with Nicole Dilts, VP of Commercial Solutions in the latest episode of the Credit Union’s podcast Wallet Watch, “Dream BIG with Pillur.” During this interview Nicole shares how Pillur will help create more robust options, increase access to more account needs for business members, and create more streamlined business lending options. Don’t miss out, tune in now!

Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Dream BIG with Equity in Mind
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
Wednesday Dec 18, 2024
“Dream BIG with Equity in Mind.” Listen now as our podcast host, Jessica, sits down with Dr. Ashley Baker, Jamara Randall and DaVante Montgomery and they talk about real ways to make a difference. The episode highlights an exciting program, The Culture of Finances created to break barriers and build dreams and discusses how MSUFCU is a leader in the credit union industry when it comes to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Learn more about the work being done and ways MSUFCU is keeping DEIB at the core of what we do every single day.

Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Dream BIG with Innovation and Fintechs
Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
“Dream BIG with Innovation and Fintechs.” Listen now as our podcast host, Jessica, chats with Ben Maxim, Chief Innovation Officer at MSUFCU and Chief Operating Officer of Reseda Group, as they talk about how innovation and financial technologies are redefining the way we can handle our finances!

Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Dream BIG with Giving Back
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Wallet Watch has dropped a new episode: “Dream BIG with Giving Back” Tune is as our podcast host, Jessica, sits down with Danielle Coveart, Market Manager for our Grand Rapids and Traverse City regions for MSUFCU. They discuss how a core value like giving back plays a major role in the impact MSUFCU is making in the communities we serve. Don’t miss out! Tune in now!

Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Dream BIG with Financial Literacy
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Wednesday Oct 16, 2024
Wallet Watch has kicked off a new season AND dropped a new episode: “Dream BIG with Financial Literacy” Tune is as our podcast host, Jessica, sits down her fellow financial educators and shares the impact they are making across the country when it comes to financial literacy. They also share many financial resources for listeners like you to take advantage of and grow your knowledge!

Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Entrepreneurship Networking and Investing
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wallet Watch has released their final episode of season eleven: “Entrepreneurship Networking and Investing.” Listen as Paul Pradel, founder of Pradel Financial Group shares the importance of networking and investing when it comes to creating a successful business. Learn more from an expert as Pradel Financial is celebrating 21 years of service this year!

Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
Entrepreneurship Securing Funding
Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
Wallet Watch has released a new episode Entrepreneurship Securing Funding.
Podcast host and financial educator, Jessica, sits down with MSUFCU Small Business Lender, Kam. Listen in as Kam shares what entrepreneurs need to have to be prepared to secure funding for either a business startup loan or a loan to grow their business to the next level!
Don’t miss out! Tune in now!

Wednesday May 29, 2024
Entrepreneurship Building Your Brand
Wednesday May 29, 2024
Wednesday May 29, 2024
Wallet Watch has released a new episode “Entrepreneurship Build your Brand.” Podcast host and financial educator, Jessica, sits down with Eric Smith, The Financial Literacy Coach, who has made a name for himself nationwide working with collegiate and professional athletes and teaching them the ins and outs of money management. Listen how Eric shares key concepts to consider when building a successful name and brand for yourself. Don’t miss out! Tune in now!

Wednesday May 01, 2024
Entrepreneurship Coaching and Mentorship
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Wednesday May 01, 2024
Wallet Watch has released a new episode “Entrepreneurship Coaching and Mentorship.” Podcast host and financial educator, Jessica, sits down with Harrison Leffel-Jones who is the Vice President of Small Business and Innovation at the Lansing Economic Area Partnership (LEAP). Tune in as Jessica and Harrison talk about how LEAP and other resources are helping entrepreneurs turn their ideas into successful businesses. Don’t miss out! Tune in now!