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After receiving nearly 25 submissions for consideration for one of the Maine CU League's state awards presented for social responsibility, member education, and financial education,…
From the sky to the office, Co-Captain of 'Miracle on the Hudson' shares lessons on value of training, teamwork
"The success of the 'Miracle on the Hudson' flight was, at its core, a story of people - people working together to accomplish great things,"…
In Convention remarks, Congressman Poliquin, Senator Collins both "reaffirm their support of credit unions."
(Congressman Bruce Poliquin, who had spoken by phone shortly after Todd Mason, new President/CEO of the Maine Credit Union League had joined the organization, got…
Maine CUs’ young professionals network, offer support to first-time Convention goers
Young professionals from Maine’s credit unions kicked off the 79th Annual Meeting & Convention bright and early with a networking breakfast held in the Holiday…
Maine CUs' Campaign for Ending Hunger raises record amount at Convention
A 'World of Opportunities' turned into a 'World of Fundraising success' at the 2017 Maine CU League Annual Meeting and Convention for the Maine CUs'…
Annual Award Winners: Alexander Ferguson Award for Outstanding CU Volunteer – Dave Leclerc
Dave Leclerc (c), Board Chair of Atlantic FCU, was the 2017 recipient of the Alexander Ferguson Award for Outstanding CU Volunteer. He is pictured above…
Annual Award Winners: James M. Gratto Award for Outstanding CU CEO – George Roy, Lisbon Community FCU
After receiving the 2017 James M. Gratto Award for Outstanding CU CEO, George Roy, President/CEO of Lisbon Community FCU, took time out for a photo…
Annual Award Winners: Jeannette G. Morin Award for Outstanding CU Employee – Beverly Wallace, TruChoice FCU
The 2017 winner of the Jeannette G. Morin Award for Outsanding CU Employee was Beverly Wallace of TruChoice FCU, who has spent 39 years at…
Annual Award Winners: Diane L. Oceretko 'People Helping People' Award – Stacey Dow, Maine State CU
The 2017 Diane L. Oceretko 'People Helping People' Award winner, Stacey Dow (second from left) of Maine State CU, is surrounded by co-workers after being…
Ready for a second year, Young & Free Maine Spokester, Jake Holmes, hopes to do even more to help millennials and CUs connect
Jake has been a visible presence at all types of events in his first year as Young & Free Maine Spokester. He is pictured here…
When it comes to youth, Maine CUs combine games and fun
From participating in the National Youth Savings Challenge and participating in a record number of Financial Fitness - Money Management Experience fairs in a month…
CUNA Mutual discusses importance of innovators
The following article was written for News & Views by Bob Trunzo, President/CEO of CUNA Mutual Group, a partner of the Maine Credit Union League.…
One-On-One with new Maine CU League President, Todd Mason
On Monday, April 24, for the first time in a quarter of a century, there was a change in leadership at the Maine Credit Union…
When it comes to volunteering, Maine credit unions are always willing to lend a hand!
While volunteering happens daily at most credit unions across Maine, the impact of volunteerism was in the spotlight with the recent celebration of National Volunteer…
When it comes to credit unions, CU Day illustrates that the Legislature is a House (and Senate) United!
From floor speeches in both the Maine House and Senate to a special presentation of a Joint Resolution recognizing and praising Maine credit unions, the…
Compliance Corner: May 2017
The latest Q & A on a compliance issue, as provided by the League's General Counsel at Norman, Hanson & DeTroy. Question: We always look…
Long-Time League Leader honored by Maine Legislature
For nearly all of his twenty-five years as President of the Maine CU League, John Murphy, spent his time avoiding "being surprised," especially when it…
Maine’s Young Professionals talk openly about what it takes to become a CU leader
Nearly 30 Young Credit Union Professionals from across the state gathered at DaVinci’s in Lewiston in April for a networking dinner sponsored by Synergent, and…
Speakers, Networking, Exhibits, Awards and Much More Awaits 2017 Maine CU League Convention attendees
Living up to the theme of the 2017 Maine Credit Union League Annual Meeting & Convention, Maine's credit unions - A World of Opportunity, convention-goers…
Marketing Council’s Spring Leadership Workshop brought out the rock star in CU marketers
On April 19, the Marketing Council welcomed over 40 marketers from across the state to the annual Spring Leadership Workshop at the Westin Portland Harborview.…
League Partner provides advice on avoiding scams
Scams, scams...go away! Unfortunately, it's not that simple. Spam, shams, and other scams are on the rise. Fraudsters use clever schemes to defraud millions of…
Maine's excellence recognized with multiple, national awards for League, Maine CUs
With the Alamo as a backdrop, the Annual Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Marketing and Business Development Conference presented its Diamond Awards in San Antonio,…
Food Pantries rejoice at Maine CUs' generosity
After the Maine Credit Unions' Campaign for Ending Hunger raised a record-breaking $675,000 in 2016, the process of delivering those funds to food pantries and…
Compliance Corner: April 2017
The latest Q & A on a compliance issue, as provided by the League's General Counsel at Norman, Hanson & DeTroy. Question: The Social Security…
For Maine CUs, Financial assistance comes in many forms
From volunteering to provide free tax assistance to speaking to volunteers at Junior Achievement to helping provide assistance to help young people learn about business,…