 The Minnesota Credit Union Network is excited to continue the launch of High Yield Pale Ale, a limited-edition craft beer, brewed in partnership with Broken Clock Cooperative Brewing, in celebration of 100 years of credit unions putting people first. Even better? A portion of all proceeds will support the Minnesota Credit Union Foundation and financial literacy efforts across the state.
This collaboration offers a fun and meaningful way for credit unions to get involved and share the credit union story with their communities. Here’s how your credit union can take part: Bring High Yield to Your Events Serve High Yield Pale Ale at your annual meeting, staff appreciation day, member celebration, Foundation event, or Chapter Meeting to bring awareness to the credit union difference. Use this form to connect with Broken Clock about your event. Help Us Get It on Taps and Shelves If your credit union has a business member or community partner that owns a liquor store, bar, or restaurant, we’d love to connect Broken Clock Brewing with them to make High Yield available locally. It’s a great way to support both the Minnesota Credit Union Foundation and local small businesses. Use this form to assist with that connection. Let Members Know They Can Support the Mission Share the story of High Yield Pale Ale with your members. By purchasing this beer, they’re not just enjoying a locally brewed craft beverage—they’re helping advance financial education in Minnesota. The beer is now available on tap and in cans at Broken Clock; and watch this page for a growing list of additional locations it can be purchased. To help mark the official launch, MnCUN and Broken Clock Brewing will host a celebratory kickoff event with local media and community partners to highlight the collaboration and its impact at the brewery on May 22 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Coverage of the collaboration and its community impact will help raise awareness and support for this mission-driven beer. For additional ways your credit union can leverage the 100th Anniversary, check out our online resource page. New Statewide Consumer Awareness Campaign to Launch This Summer – It’s a Credit Union Thing!5/13/2025
A comprehensive toolkit will be available to member credit unions this summer to support local marketing and engagement efforts. With shareable creative assets, video content, and grassroots strategies, you’ll have everything you need to bring the campaign to life in your community.
We’re excited about the momentum and can’t wait to share more as materials are finalized. Stay tuned—and get ready to show Minnesotans just how credit unions are in step with them, all the way. Minnesota Credit Union Network committees are made up of credit union professionals who volunteer their time to serve the Minnesota credit union movement. Representing credit unions of all sizes and from across the state, committee members help to further a variety of objectives from political and regulatory advocacy to awareness and recognition. The following people have been appointed to serve on MnCUN Committees by the Board Chair following the application process: Advocacy Fund Committee
AHP Board of Trustees
Audit Committee
Awards Committee
Awareness Fund Committee
CREW Advisory Committee
Political Involvement Committee
Regulatory Review Committee
State Charter Subcommittee
Women's Leadership Network
House Ways and Means Committee Marks Up Draft Tax Bill: On Monday, the House Ways and Means committee released their draft of the tax bill that will form the backbone of the Republican agenda on tax and spending.
End of Minnesota Legislative Session Looms: The budget process is moving along in Saint Paul as well and the House and Senate have been busy with the various pieces of the state’s financial plan.
The Foundation supports financial well-being through grants, community partnerships, professional development, and disaster relief initiatives. Its work is guided by a seven-member board representing credit unions of all sizes and regions across Minnesota.
In addition to advancing the Foundation’s core pillars of financial education and professional growth, the Board also provides oversight to the Foundation Scholarship Council (FSC) and Minnesota Credit Unions for Kids (CU4Kids) committees. Since joining Mid Minnesota Federal Credit Union in February 2023, Gerads has led the organization with a focus on sustainable growth and community engagement. His previous leadership roles at Falcon National Bank and Central Minnesota Credit Union further reflect his commitment to driving growth, community engagement, and financial stewardship. Outside of his professional role, he is an active member of the Christian Business Men’s Connection and has volunteered in youth and high school sports for over 20 years—highlighting his passion for mentorship and community involvement. With his blend of industry experience, principled leadership, and dedication to service, Gerads is well-positioned to support and advance the Foundation’s mission.
Save the date for the second annual Tristate Collaborative Leadership Conference, happening August 5–6, 2025 at the JW Marriott, Mall of America in Bloomington, MN. Registration will open May 15th.
After an overwhelmingly positive response to last year’s inaugural event, this year’s conference will continue the momentum with fresh ideas, dynamic speakers, and purposeful networking – welcoming credit union professionals from Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Montana. The 2025 agenda highlights include:
The event will feature keynotes, breakout sessions, mentorship celebration, a networking reception, and hot topic roundtables—all designed to empower leadership and connection in our credit union community. Save the date and watch for registration to open May 15th! MnCUN Meets with U.S. Rep. Michelle Fischbach: The Minnesota Credit Union Network Chief Advocacy Officer Ryan Smith and Co-op Credit Union President and CEO Kayla Reiffenberger, and Magnifi CEO Chuck Friedrichs met this morning with Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach to stress the importance of preserving the credit union tax status.
Minnesota House Passes Commerce Omnibus Policy and Finance Bills: The budget process is moving along in Saint Paul as well and the House and Senate have been busy with the various pieces of the state’s financial plan. Learn more about the outstanding programs, new initiatives and well-deserved recognition received by your peers recently:
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