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The Pulse

LEAD 24 Speaker Highlight:  Marcus Cotton, Cornerstone Resources

7/31/2024

 
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MnCUN is pleased to welcome Marcus Cotton, Vice President of Executive Search for Cornerstone Resources, Inc. as a general session speaker at LEAD 24, September 24 - 26.

​​Marcus Cotton has been responsible for the development and oversight of the nationwide executive search practice for Cornerstone Resources.  He also manages Cornerstone Resources’ professional recruiting division which focuses on staffing for the credit union industry.

​He has over 28 years of recruiting expertise in executive recruiting, project management and career enhancement. He has played critical roles in coordinating and leading recruiting teams in the development and execution of robust executive search strategies. 

His session "The War On Talent Is As Intense As Ever," will delve into how recruiting in today’s environment is challenging at all levels, from the c-suite to front line staff.  Executive retirements are on the rise and obtaining staff level talent is testing credit unions in all asset categories. 

Join us and your colleagues at Madden’s on Gull Lake in Brainerd, September 24 - 26. LEAD 24 will focus on all things Leadership, featuring industry experts providing insight and relevant information on top credit union issues. Sessions throughout the event are designed for both credit union professionals and board members. ​With educational sessions and recreation opportunities, this event provides an opportunity to come together in person with your credit union colleagues for a conference of learning, networking, and fun! 

​Registration and Sponsorship opportunities are now open. See our LEAD 24 Conference page for more information.
Register Now

Update Your Credit Union's Listing in the Credit Union Advantage Directory

7/31/2024

 
Membership Has its Advantages
As part of Minnesota's Credit Union Advantage Initiative, we've updated the “About Credit Unions” page on our website to serve as the landing page for the campaign. It includes the narrative for the credit union advantage and links to a new Credit Union Directory for consumers to search for a credit union for them. 

​Log into our portal for instructions on how to update your credit union’s listing. We need your help to add additional contact information, logos, photos, and videos. Keywords can be added to help consumers find the services or products they need. 

For questions on updating the Directory, please contact MnCUN Director of Communications Julia Miller.

Congress Holds Committee Hearings on AI and Payment System Fraud

7/31/2024

 
​The House Financial Services Committee held a hearing on Tuesday exploring innovation through AI in financial services and housing. 
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Regulatory & Compliance Updates: Aug. 31, 2024

7/31/2024

 
​Interagency Effort to Reduce Regulatory Burden: On July 25, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System announced their second notice in the Federal Register requesting comment to reduce regulatory burden. 

Joint Statement on Bank Arrangements with Third Parties for Deposit Products and Services: On July 25, the OCC, FDIC, and Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System also announced a statement reminding banks of potential risks associated with third-party arrangements to deliver bank deposit products and services.

​The Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act: The Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act of 1996 (EGRPRA) requires that regulations prescribed by the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC), Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (the agencies) be reviewed by the agencies at least once every 10 years.
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Trailblazer Executive Readiness Applications Extended to Friday

7/31/2024

 
The deadline to apply for the Trailblazers Executive Readiness Training program has been extended to Friday, August 2.

MnCUN’s Trailblazers Executive Readiness Training program is a 12-month program designed to accelerate executive level leadership skills and build credit union specific knowledge needed to succeed in our industry.

​Having high-potential leaders in the pipeline is critical for credit unions and the industry. Designed by Minnesota Credit Union professionals – the program is intended to prepare emerging leaders for executive level positions. Topics include Leadership Skills, Credit Union Financials, Credit Union Operations, and Strategic Planning & Growth. Courses will be facilitated by both experts in the field and current credit union leaders. Upon completion participants will receive a Minnesota Credit Union Executive Leadership Certification.

The cohort will meet the second Thursday of the month for 12 months – virtually and in person – providing participants the opportunity to build a close network of colleagues. 

With questions, contact MnCUN Director of Engagement Xiong Lee. For more information and to apply, visit mncun.org/trailblazers.
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Directors Peer-to-Peer: Aug. 21 in Owatonna

7/31/2024

 
​Join the upcoming Board of Directors Peer-to-Peer (P2P) on Wednesday, August 21 starting at 3:30 p.m. in person. 

This will be an open format session that will allow for Directors from credit unions across the state to network and discuss topics on what Directors need to know. Participants can expect training on balance sheet and income statements and learn what is most important on a call report. Discussions will include governance and best practices, and we'll share strategies for recruitment and discuss what it takes to be a highly effective board. 

Snacks and beverages will be provided.

For a list of all P2P sessions, visit our Peer-to-Peer (P2P) webpage. With questions, please contact Xiong Lee, Director of Engagement at [email protected].
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Discovery2024 Conference: Strategic Insights. Human Connections.

7/31/2024

 
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Discovery is the industry’s premier virtual event shaping the future of the credit union movement. In today’s rapidly evolving financial landscape, success and innovation depend on a profound understanding of member expectations today and a visionary outlook on the trends of tomorrow.
Discovery2024 goes beyond surface-level insights, layering expert futurist perspectives over consumer data to equip credit unions with the insight — and foresight — needed to help develop sustainable member-centric plans for growth. 
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​August 8 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. CT | Free & Virtual
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LEAD 24 Keynote Speaker Announced

7/24/2024

 
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MnCUN is pleased to welcome Amy Downs as our keynote speaker for LEAD 24 – MnCUN’s Fall Leadership Conference. Amy survived a bomb exploding in the building of the credit union where she was working, which killed 168 people, including 18 of her 33 co-workers. Today, she is President and an award-winning CEO of that same organization. Allegiance Credit Union has grown by 400% and is thriving. Drawing on her recently released book "Hope Is A Verb," Amy is excited to share how leaders can respond to a crisis in a way that will make your organization come out even stronger than before you went in.

Additional general session topics will include: The War on Talent; Future Needs of the Members; and an Election Update. Breakout sessions will include a Board of Directors Hot Topic session along with our 2023/2024 Trailblazers presenting their Credit Union Case Studies.


We hope you can join us at Madden’s on Gull Lake in Brainerd, September 24 - 26. LEAD 24 will focus on all things Leadership, featuring industry experts providing insight and relevant information on top credit union issues. Sessions throughout the event are designed for both credit union professionals and board members. ​With educational sessions and recreation opportunities, this event provides an opportunity to come together in person with your credit union colleagues for a conference of learning, networking, and fun! 

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Registration and Sponsorship opportunities are now open. See our LEAD 24 Conference page for more information.

Support and Celebrate the Credit Union Advantage This Week!

7/24/2024

 
There are two opportunities this week to share the credit union advantage and support credit union causes.

Tomorrow, July 25 is Miracle Treat Day! $1 or more from every Blizzard® Treat sold at participating DQ® locations will benefit Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Through these donations, our local CMN Hospital, Gillette Children's can fulfill their mission to provide treatments and support patients desperately need today, so that they can fulfill their potential for tomorrow! 

​​Credit Unions for Kids is a nonprofit collaboration of credit unions, chapters, leagues & business partners from across the country, engaged in fundraising activities that benefit 170 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. As our adopted charity of choice, credit unions are the 3rd largest sponsor of CMN Hospitals. 
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Find Participating locations!
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This Friday, July 26, the credit union movement will come together to inspire authentic and high-energy conversation about why we love our credit unions under the common hashtag, #ilovemycreditunion. 

Here's a quick reminder on how you can make the most of #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day:

  1. Dive into the Tools page to discover your toolkit of ready-made content. From social media posts to logo files and engaging ideas, we've curated everything you need to make the celebration a breeze on Friday, July 26!
  2. Join the conversation and connect by following our #ILoveMyCreditUnion accounts on Facebook and Instagram.
  3. Post on Friday, July 26, making sure to tag our accounts and use the hashtag: #ILoveMyCreditUnion.

​Participating in Miracle Treat Day and I Love My Credit Union Day is a fun, high impact way to increase engagement and share the Credit Union Advantage.

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