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The Pulse

​Partner with Us to Help Your Members Find the Right Medicare Plan

10/31/2023

 
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Medicare is not a "one size fits all" product and during the open enrollment period eligible Minnesotans are inundated with advertising from providers that claim to have the best coverage.

The right choice for your members depends on their doctors, providers, medications, and prescription drugs. As your partner we have the expertise on all seven providers and the process in place to make sure your member is with the provider most appropriate for them. Through this process we are saving members thousands of dollars per year while they are obtaining better coverage then they have currently. 

​TruLync Medicare Advisors invites every Minnesota Credit Union between now and December 31st to meet with the team to learn about partnership opportunities for the upcoming year.

Interested in signing up for 2024?
Contact Kris Jacobsen, MnCUN Vice President of Business Development by email or phone at 612-244-7138. 

Registration Closing for Exploring Why

10/31/2023

 
The Minnesota Credit Union Foundation is pleased to offer Exploring Why TM - The National Credit Union Foundation’s experiential training that empowers employees of all levels to understand and leverage the Credit Union Difference to drive greater value for your members and organization. The interactive workshop incorporates lessons from the Foundation’s signature Development Education (DE) Program. This is an in-person workshop. 

This program is generously sponsored by the Minnesota Credit Union Foundation and will be offered at no charge for MnCUN member credit union employees. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of:
  • The structural and philosophical differences between credit unions and other financial institutions, and how it impacts business operations and decision-making.
  • How to communicate your organization’s “why”, their personal “why”, and tell the story of how you drive value for your members.
  • Opportunities to take ownership in finding new and better ways to meet the needs of your members and organization.

Date: Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Time: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM CST
Location: Minnco Center, 2215 3rd Ave NE; Cambridge, MN 55008
Logistics: The workshop will be delivered in person. For engagement and participation, there is a maximum of 60 participants. Registration will be taken on a first come, first serve basis; and limited to 5 attendees from the same credit union. (If more than 5 employees are interested, please email Andrea Molnau to be placed on a wait list.)

Note: participants from the same organization will likely not be grouped together for discussions or activities. 

​The deadline to register is Friday, November 3. 
Register Now

CU4Kids Topgolf Tournament Raises Nearly $16,000

10/31/2023

 
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The Minnesota Credit Unions for Kids 2nd annual CU4Kids Topgolf event raised nearly $16,000 for Gillette Children’s Specialty Hospital in October. The event was held at the Topgolf entertainment venue in Brooklyn Center, welcoming 119 attendees for an afternoon of driving golf balls and raising money for kids.

​​Thank you to all the supporting credit unions and organizations who made this event possible! The CU4Kids committee anticipates the event to return in 2023 with a save the date to come early next year!

Deadline for Marketing Awards Approaching

10/25/2023

 
Submissions for the Minnesota Credit Union Network Marketing Awards are open through Wednesday, November 1, 2023. ​

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Please note there is a new submission portal that requires registration. Once registered, you can save your entry as a draft until you are ready to submit as final. Contact MnCUN Director of Communications Julia Miller with questions. 

There is no cost to submit entries for Minnesota Credit Union Network-affiliated credit unions. Stay tuned for an announcement regarding the awards ceremony taking place in December 2023! 

Entry Categories: 
  • Complete Campaign 
  • Design
  • Digital Advertising
  • Engagement & Outreach
  • Video
Asset Categories:
  • More than $1 billion
  • $500 million to $1 billion
  • $250 million to $500 million
  • $100 million to $250 million
  • Less than $100 million

More information and a link to submissions forms are available on the Marketing Awards page of the MnCUN.org website. Contact Julia Miller, MnCUN Director of Communications by email with questions. ​

CFPB Director Meets with Minn. Credit Unions

10/24/2023

 
​Last week, the Minnesota Credit Union Network held a virtual town hall with the Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Rohit Chopra, to discuss issues facing the financial services broadly and credit unions more specifically. 
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Credit Unions in the News

10/24/2023

 
Learn more about the outstanding programs, new initiatives and well-deserved recognition received by your peers recently:  ​
  • Mammogram a life saving gift for local woman (Northern Communities CU, NorthRidge Community CU, North Star CU, Virginia Co-Op CU) 
  •  Community rallies around bullied 5th grader (Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union) 
  •  Financial Wellbeing for Members. Financial Wellbeing for All. (BCU) 
  •  Raise Your Fraud Awareness to Protect Yourself and Others (Affinity Plus Federal CU, Brainerd BN CU, Crow Wing Power CU, Members Cooperative CU, and Mid Minnesota Federal CU)
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Got news of your own? Send stories, pitches, press releases and published articles to MnCUN Director of Communications Julia Miller.

Compliance & Regulatory Updates

10/24/2023

 
EEOC Guidance On Harassment Issued: The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has released proposed guidance on “Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace” updating anti-discrimination protections since its last publication on the issue in 1999.

Dept. of Labor Proposed Rule on Salary Threshold: The Department of Labor is proposing a new salary threshold rule as of September which will likely impact on many employers including credit unions. 

​Risks of MLA and Indirect Loan Purchases or Loan Participations: The Military Lending Act (2006) voids any loan to a ‘covered persons’ without the required disclosures and compliance with the law. The problem arises especially on auto loans with additional GAP or single premium coverage.
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Applications Open to Crash the 2024 GAC

10/24/2023

 
Over its 13-year existence, the Cooperative Trust has connected thousands of emerging leaders and hosted a space for them to deepen their connection to the credit union mission. Apply to CRASH the GAC 2024 and take your career to the next level! 

The Governmental Affairs Conference is the industry's opportunity to highlight the meaningful work credit unions are doing to improve the financial well-being of their members and communities.

Here’s what to expect: 
  • Hear from world-class keynote speakers
  • Together with the Leagues, participate in Hill Hikes to meet with lawmakers and show them the credit union difference
  • Discover the latest offerings in the industry's largest exhibit hall
  • Network with and learn from peers and thought leaders in credit unions, politics, business and more
  • Experience Washington in a unique environment with legendary receptions, meals, and accommodations

​The application window closes on Sunday, November 20. ​
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Join an Upcoming Peer-to-Peer Session

10/24/2023

 
There is still time to participate in one of the remaining Fall Peer-to-Peers! These sessions are open forums for credit union staff throughout Minnesota, for knowledge sharing, resources and connections.  

CREW Peer-to-Peer (P2P) on November 1 starting at 1:00 p.m. via webinar and video conference. 
Teresa Applewick, President/CEO of the Laurentian Chamber of Commerce in Virginia, Minn. will be presenting on public speaking and go over tips to dress for success as a young professional. 

​Accounting/Finance Peer-to-Peer (P2P) on September 21 starting at 1:00 p.m. via webinar and video conference. 
Mark Bauman, The Baker Group, will cover the latest on economic trends, interest rates, and industry trends/liquidity. 

Marketing/Business Development Peer-to-Peer (P2P) on November 15 starting at 1:00 p.m. via webinar and video conference. Stay tuned for a speaker announcement!

​These events are only available via webinar. Log-in instructions, along with session materials and resources, will be provided to registered attendees. 

For a list of all P2P sessions, visit our Peer-to-Peer (P2P) webpage. With questions, please contact Director of Engagement, Xiong Lee, by email.
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