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Don't Miss Your Chance to Crash the GAC
Young credit union professionals and emerging leaders once again have the opportunity to “crash” CUNA’s Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC) in Washington, DC, but time is running out to apply. Ed Budway, Marketing Manager for Evergreen CU, shared his experience as a Crasher, noting the value and importance of taking part in this advocacy event.
Krista Simonis Joins Maine Credit Union League as Director of Governmental Affairs
The League is pleased to announce it has hired Krista Simonis as its new Director of Governmental Affairs. As a member of the League’s Advocacy and Outreach team, Simonis will lead efforts to advance the League’s legislative, political, and advocacy agendas in both Augusta and Washington, DC.
Honoring Our Veterans
The League’s office will be closed tomorrow in honor of Veterans’ Day.
CUSO Home Lending Announces Addition of New Mortgage Loan Officer
CUSO Home Lending is pleased to announce the addition of Billie Cook as the company’s newest Mortgage Lending Officer. With over nine years of experience, Cook is well versed in all aspects of the mortgage industry.
Northeast CU Promotes Traci Tenggren to SVP/Chief Human Resources Officer
Northeast CU is pleased to announce the promotion of Traci Tenggren to Senior Vice President/Chief Human Resources Officer. In her role, she will oversee the credit union’s talent and professional development strategies, and help Northeast continue to enrich the lives of its employees, members, and community.
Holiday Meals for Mainers Returns for 2022
Last year, Maine credit unions came together to encourage people to donate $5 (or more) to help feed a hungry Mainer in their community during the holidays. Will your credit union join us again this year and promote this seasonal fundraising effort? The initiative will begin on November 14 and run through December 25.
CU News and Events October Edition
October brought a flurry of activities. On top of raising awareness for Cybersecurity Awareness Month and International Credit Union Day, many credit unions celebrated members, Halloween, and their communities, all while enjoying the fall season. The League provides a snapshot of what some of our credit unions were up to last month.
InfoSight eNewsletter
Topics in this week’s edition include:
- Content Update – Current Expected Credit Loss (CECL)
- New Compliance Video
- CFPB Issues Guidance to Help Banks Avoid Charging Illegal Junk Fees on Deposit Accounts
- NCUA Releases 2021 Credit Union Diversity Self-Assessment Results
- NCUA Board Announces 2023 Meeting Schedule
InfoSight is FREE to League CU employees as a benefit to membership and provides state and federal compliance and operations resources. Click here to request a login.
Save the Dates for Upcoming League Compliance and Fraud Calls
The League has announced it will be continuing its Compliance and Fraud meetings on a monthly basis and is sharing the schedule through April to allow credit union compliance managers plenty of time to add the series to their calendars.
CUNA Opens Registration for 2023 Marketing and Business Development Council Conference
It’s time to book your travel. CUNA has opened registration for its annual Marketing and Business Development Council Conference. The event is taking place March 26-29 at the Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld.
Two Opportunities to Get Your Election Results Recap
Voters will head to the polls next week to cast their ballots and the results could create a political shake-up in both Augusta and Washington, DC. Following the election, there will be two opportunities to receive a post election analysis—one led by the League’s Governmental Affairs team and the other by Jim Nussle, President & CEO of CUNA.
Biden Announces Government-Wide Attack on ‘Junk Fees’
Last week, President Biden announced a government-wide crackdown on “junk fees,” including new efforts by the CFPB to eliminate bank charges that catch consumers by surprise.