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The County FCU Promotes Dennis Rogeski to Retail Services Manager, Northern Region
The County FCU is pleased to announce that Dennis Rogeski has been promoted to Retail Services Manager, Northern Region. He will oversee retail operations at the credit union’s branches in Aroostook County.
Preparing for the Future
The Maine Credit Union League is fortunate to have a strong team, many of whom are long-tenured with deep roots in the Maine credit union system and with our members. As part of our succession planning efforts and to help ensure the strength of our team long into the future, we are pleased to announce that a new leadership position has been created: Senior Vice President of Membership Services.
Deadline to Apply for a League Social Responsibility Award Has Been Extended
The League is extending the application deadline for the state Dora Maxwell, Louise Herring, and Desjardins Awards. Now that your credit union has some additional time to get your entries in, we hope you will help us recognize your outstanding efforts to strengthen the communities you serve and improve the financial lives of your members. Online applications must be received by 5:00 pm on March 30.
Northeast CU Announces Kelly Sica as AVP of Deposit Processing
Northeast CU is pleased to announce Kelly Sica as the new Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Deposit Processing. Previously the AVP of Retail Development for the Southern Region, Sica will now oversee the development and implementation of strategy and programs in the Deposit Processing division.
Community CU and the New England School of Metalwork Partner to Help Students
Community CU and the New England School of Metalwork collaborated on a mutually beneficial initiative that will help the school’s students secure financing for their 13-week welding program.
Infosight eNewsletter
Topics in this week’s edition include:
- DOJ Issues Guidance on ADA Web Accessibility
- Letter to Federal Credit Unions Regarding Final Rule of Definition of Service Facility
- USAA FSB Fined $140 Million for BSA/AML Violations
- FTC Stops Credit Repair Scheme
- SBA Deferring Payments on EIDLs
- Explore the RecoveryPro System – Take a Video Tour
InfoSight is FREE to League CU employees as a benefit to membership and provides state and federal compliance and operations resources. Information on InfoSight, including overviews of state regulations, are reviewed annually by compliance professionals across the country, including the League’s own Compliance team. Request your login today.
CUNA Board Approves Resolution of Support for Ukraine
The CUNA Board of Directors approved a resolution affirming CUNA’s continued support of Ukrainian credit unions during the Russian invasion. Credit unions in Maine and around the world can continue to support the Ukrainian Credit Union Displacement Fund by making an online donation.
It's Time for a Visit! Register to Attend Credit Union Orientation
The League is pleased to announce it will be holding a Credit Union Orientation at the Credit Union Service Center on April 27 from 9:00 am until 2:30 pm. This event is a great opportunity to learn more about how the League, Synergent, and our partners work together to help your credit union succeed.
League Spends Time Volunteering at Good Shepherd Food Bank
Good Shepherd Food Bank relies heavily on the support of volunteers to help them deliver healthy, nutritious meals to those in need. On Tuesday, members of the League’s Corporate Marketing & Communications team spent the day volunteering at the food bank’s Auburn facility. This was the first time since the pandemic began that the League was able to lend their time, talent, and muscle to help package food for delivery.
Donations Are Being Collected for the Campaign for Ending Hunger Online Auction
Spring is in the air and plans are well underway for the League’s annual Convention, taking place May 13-14 at the Holiday Inn By the Bay. As part of the festivities, the League will be hosting an online auction to benefit Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger. Credit unions can support the auction and the Campaign by donating an auction item.
Three Reasons CUNA Mutual Joined the FinHealth Fund
Gerry Singleton, Vice President of Credit Union System Relations for CUNA Mutual Group, explains their decision to join the newly created FinHealth Fund and why your credit union may want to participate.
Acadia FCU's Angela Cyr Becomes Licensed Appraiser
Acadia FCU has added an in-house appraiser to their growing team of professionals. Angela Cyr, a nearly ten-year veteran of Acadia FCU, has been promoted to fill this important role. She will cover northern Aroostook County, providing appraisals to those seeking mortgage loans from the credit union.