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AI for Credit Unions: Panel Recap

December 30, 2025 | Messages From League Leadership

Steve Torino, the League and Synergent’s Chief Information Security Officer, recently participated in an AI panel with League President Elise Baldacci. In this article, Torino…

A Message From Jen Burke: How the DE Experience Unlocked My Credit Union Superpower

October 15, 2025 | Messages From League Leadership

Jen Burke, League Vice President of Outreach & Strategic Initiatives, reflects on her recent experience in the National Credit Union Foundation’s Credit Union Development Educator…

Strengthening Trust Through Governance: Modernizing IT and Cybersecurity for Credit Unions and CUSOs

September 17, 2025 | Messages From League Leadership

Steve Torino, Chief Information Security Officer for the Maine Credit Union League and  Synergent, shares why strong credit union governance isn’t just about technology. It’s…

Rebekah Higgins to Assume Role of Senior Vice President of Growth & Solutions for the League and Synergent

June 18, 2025 | Messages From League Leadership, Synergent News

Last week, Cris Wescott, Chief Administrative & Finance Officer at the Maine Credit Union League and Synergent, proudly announced a strategic employee promotion poised to…

Steve Torino Joins the League and Synergent as New CISO

April 9, 2025 | CU Hiring News & Promotions, Messages From League Leadership

The Maine Credit Union League and Synergent are pleased to announce the hiring of Steve Torino as our new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). In…

An Ending Hunger Challenge Message from the League’s Lauren McCallum

October 16, 2024 | Ending Hunger, Messages From League Leadership

Lauren McCallum, the League’s Outreach Coordinator, shares what working on the $100,000 Ending Hunger Challenge means to her, and how the shared credit union People…

A Message from Krista Simonis: Endorsements Are Part of a Thoughtful Process

August 14, 2024 | Governmental Affairs, Messages From League Leadership

Krista Simonis, League Director of Governmental Affairs, offers her perspective on the League’s candidate endorsement process and the importance of voting this November. She also…

The Value of Connection: A Message From Jordan Inkley

May 16, 2024 | Messages From League Leadership

Jordan Inkley, the League’s Conference & Event Manager, has been hard at work for months planning the 86th League’s Annual Meeting and Convention which is…

League to Welcome Elise Baldacci as Its New President

May 1, 2024 | Messages From League Leadership

The Maine Credit Union League is pleased to announce the appointment of Elise Baldacci as its new President, effective June 3. Baldacci, a longtime credit…

A Message from Jake Holmes: The Important Role Credit Unions Play in Educating Maine Children

April 17, 2024 | Messages From League Leadership

Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Education & Outreach Director, offers his thoughts about the importance of Credit Union Youth Month and National Financial Capability Month,…

A Proud Moment of Reflection: A Message from Jen Burke, League AVP – Communications & Outreach

February 21, 2024 | Messages From League Leadership

Jen Burke, League Assistant Vice President of Outreach and Communications, reflects on the outstanding fundraising results announced at last week’s Ending Hunger Results Luncheon and…

League & Synergent Recognize 2023 Employee of the Year

December 20, 2023 | Messages From League Leadership

When League and Synergent employees gathered for the annual company holiday celebration, Cris Wescott, Interim President/CEO, made an exciting and special announcement to all staff.…

League Employee Spotlight: Jordan Inkley, Conference & Events Manager

December 13, 2023 | Awards, Education, & Events, Messages From League Leadership

With just over one year within the credit union industry, League Conference & Events Manager Jordan Inkley has already developed a deep love for the…

An Advocacy Message From Robert Caverly

November 16, 2023 | Messages From League Leadership

This fall has proven to be a very busy and successful season for our advocacy efforts at the League. Robert Caverly, League Vice President of…

League Employee Spotlight: Ellen Parent, Director of Compliance

August 23, 2023 | Messages From League Leadership

Ellen Parent, Director of Compliance for the League’s Governmental Affairs team, first brought her knowledge and expertise to the organization in February 2019. Nearly five…

A Message From Scott Johnsen: New Chapter Structure Will Enhance Collaboration

July 12, 2023 | Messages From League Leadership

Scott Johnsen, the League’s Chief Relationship Officer, highlights the strength of Maine’s credit union chapters and shares why he believe the new chapter structure will…

Maine Credit Union League and Synergent Board Appoints Industry Veteran Cris Wescott as Interim President/CEO

June 28, 2023 | Messages From League Leadership, Synergent News

The League and Synergent Board of Directors has appointed Cris Wescott as Interim President/CEO. Wescott will fill the role previously held by Todd Mason, who…

Maine Credit Union League and Synergent Board Appoints Industry Veteran Cris Wescott as Interim President/CEO

June 23, 2023 | Messages From League Leadership, Synergent News

The Maine Credit Union League and Synergent® Board of Directors has appointed Cris Wescott as Interim President/CEO. Wescott will fill the role previously held by Todd Mason, who…

A Message From Jen Burke: Finding Your Why

June 14, 2023 | Ending Hunger, Messages From League Leadership

As we reach the halfway mark for both the $100,000 Ending Hunger Challenge and National Hunger Awareness Month, Jen Burke, League Assistant Vice President of…

The Successful Return of In-Person Fairs – A Message from Jake Holmes

April 5, 2023 | Financial Literacy, Messages From League Leadership

Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, shares his enthusiasm for the return of in-person Financial Fitness Fairs and the work being done to…

A Message From Krista Simonis: Building Relationships

March 15, 2023 | Messages From League Leadership

Krista Simonis, the League’s Director of Governmental Affairs, highlights why credit union advocacy and relationship building is important for achieving our policy priorities in Augusta…

A Message From Jen Burke: Let’s Keep Working Together to End Hunger by 2030

February 8, 2023 | Messages From League Leadership

In advance of the Ending Hunger Celebration event taking place next week, Jen Burke, the League’s AVP of Communication and Outreach, offers her perspective on…

An Election Season Message From Robert Caverly

October 12, 2022 | Messages From League Leadership

Robert Caverly, League Vice President of Advocacy & Outreach, shares his thoughts on the upcoming general election and the importance of credit union engagement in…

Why It’s Important To Have a Robust Compliance Management Approach

August 17, 2022 | Messages From League Leadership

Ellen Parent, the League’s Regulatory & Legislative Advocacy Coordinator, outlines how important compliance is to your credit union and how it impacts every employee. She…

Playing a Role in the Fight to End Hunger in Maine

June 8, 2022 | Messages From League Leadership

Jen Burke, League Public Affairs & Communications Manager, reflects on the importance of Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger and how initiatives like the…

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