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Governor Tim Walz has proclaimed tomorrow, Thursday, October 21 as Credit Union Day in Minnesota. The proclamation recognizes the impact credit unions have on their members financial well-being and the state's economy as a whole. View the Proclamation.
The theme of ICU Day 2021 is "Building financial health for a brighter tomorrow." ICU Day highlights the many ways that credit unions across the world help members improve their financial health and well-being. Additionally, U.S. Senator Tina Smith sponsored a resolution honoring October as National Co-op Month. The resolution notes..."Whereas, in the financial services sector, cooperatives, including credit unions, farm credit banks, and other financing organizations that lend to cooperatives, provide numerous benefits to the member-owners of those cooperatives." Credit Unions are encouraged to share the Proclamation in your International Credit Union Day celebrations. Make sure to tag MnCUN and the Governor and Lt. Governor's accounts in social media posts: Twitter: @mncreditunions Facebook: @MinnesotaCreditUnions Instagram: @mncreditunions Twitter: @GovTimWalz Twitter: @LtGovFlanagan Facebook: Governor Tim Walz Facebook: Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan Instagram: @mngovernor
Even in extraordinary times, the true strength of the Minnesota Credit Union Network and League-CUNA System partnership shines through. Our continued success as a movement depends on our ability to work together to achieve our goals. It’s what we do together that sets us apart and advances the movement.
Membership with the Minnesota Credit Union Network (MnCUN) and Credit Union National Association (CUNA) ensures powerful credit union advocacy at state and national level. And we provide your employees access to unparalleled compliance, training, peer networking and resources. Contact Mark Cummins, President & CEO , or Mara Humphrey, Chief Advocacy and Engagement Officer with questions.
MnCUN's biggest event of the year - these 2 days will several breakout sessions and industry experts including:
Visit the Accelerate 21 page on mncun.org for the full schedule and to register. MnCUN is committed to the wellbeing of all attendees, guests, sponsors, speakers, and staff as we return to in person events. We will follow the current guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and state and local governments that are in effect at the time of the conference. Staff will continue to monitor the situation leading up to and at the event, and communicate any possible changes. In addition to full conference, in person registration, we are also offering a new Virtual registration option that will provide viewing access to the conference general sessions. With questions, contact MnCUN Vice President of Communications and Engagement Andrea Molnau or Director of Engagement Ben Hering. Now in its 5th year, CU Forward Day had a record number of participation with 64 credit unions and partnering organizations with over 2,300 employees volunteering 10,000+ hours impacting more than 540,000 people all over the state. CU Forward Day – held annually on the second Monday in October, is a Minnesota state-wide initiative of credit unions employees, members and partners coming together to do one simple thing – spread kindness. Navigating the ongoing pandemic, many credit unions opted to participate with smaller group sizes and outdoor activities, however, the goal of coming together as an industry to give back throughout Minnesota remained consistent. Examples of service projects for the day included:
In 2013, Saint Paul-based credit union, Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union, hosted their first organization-wide Plus It Forward Day. A play on “pay it forward”, the Plus It Forward concept grew out of an employee-driven idea of what it meant to be a part of the community, to giveback and how credit unions could randomly spread kindness. In a response to the growing cooperative nature of the event, the Minnesota Credit Union Network assumed the coordination of credit union participation, tracking and media efforts going forward under the umbrella name CU Forward Day starting in 2017.  The Women’s Leadership Network invites female credit union colleagues to our next event on November 17, from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the Radisson Blu Mall of America. This is a special pre-event option prior to ACCELERATE 21.
We are pleased to welcome Dr. Jennifer Esperanza, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at Coopera Consulting, a firm that focuses on financial inclusion for a variety of underserved populations. She is a trained cultural anthropologist with two decades of research and teaching experience on the intersections of culture and economics. You are encouraged to wear your Women’s Leadership Network pink scarf, tie, or pashmina. They will also be available to purchase for $20 at the event. All proceeds support the Global Women’s Leadership Network. Registration is now open and available until Nov. 10. ACCELERATE 21 Conference attendees do need to register separately for this event. Conference attendance is encouraged but not required to join the Women’s Leadership Network session. For more information about the Minnesota Credit Union Women’s Leadership Network, visit the group page online. For more information and to register for ACCELERATE 21, visit mncun.org/accelerate21. Early bird registration closes October 20th!
“Mentoring is a cost-effective, valuable tool for developing the credit union movement’s most important asset, our people,” said Mark Cummins, President of the Minnesota Credit Union Network. “We are excited about the opportunity to bring our collective credit union employees in all three states an opportunity to network and grow.” “This program has generated a ton of excitement in Montana, especially since we’ve been working with two other leagues,” said Ranel Smith, Vice President-Relationship Management for Montana’s Credit Unions. “That partnership means we have a larger pool of talented mentors and eager-to-learn mentees that we can match. It’s a great collaboration that will grow the talent in our industry.” Brett Thompson, President & CEO of The Wisconsin Credit Union League, echoed these statements, adding, "The Tristate Mentorship Match program has been an excellent opportunity to tap into the talents and resources of our Movement across state lines, and we look forward to seeing the fruits of this collaboration." 32 pairs will meet monthly for the next year, supported by a program guide, check-ins from league staff, and additional resources to help maximize the experience for both the mentee and mentor. The Tristate Mentorship Match is sponsored in part by Alloya Corporate Federal Credit Union, Corporate Central Credit Union, and Millennium Corporate Credit Union. Congratulations to the following participants:
 On October 21, 2021, over 56,000 credit unions around the world will celebrate International Credit Union (ICU) Day. The theme of ICU Day 2021 is "Building financial health for a brighter tomorrow."
ICU Day highlights the many ways that credit unions across the world help members improve their financial health and well-being. Credit unions were built on the principle of "people helping people." We've seen that philosophy in action for more than 100 years, with credit unions providing access to affordable financial products and striving to meet the needs of underserved communities. Share member stories and event highlights on social media using #ICUDay. Have big plan for ICU Day? Email MnCUN Director of Communications Julia Miller with details. Official ICU Day 2021 posters and logos are available from the World Council of Credit Unions and information about additional ICU Day 2021 items for purchase from CUNA.
“Additionally, Minnesota credit unions outperformed national median indicators once again in the second quarter, demonstrating that credit unions are the best financial institution of choice for consumers,” said Cummins. The NCUA Quarterly U.S. Map Review shows that Minnesota credit unions experienced solid performance along key indicators including:
  Minnesota Credit Union Network's ACCELERATE 21 Conference is planned to be back in person November 18-19, 2021 at the Radisson Blu MOA, Bloomington. MnCUN's biggest event of the year - these 2 days will feature guest speakers, educational sessions, networking, and opportunities to support great causes. We are excited to announce the following General and Break Out Sessions:
For a full conference schedule or to register, visit the ACCELERATE 21 page online. Early Bird Registration ends Wednesday, October 20, 2021.
MnCUN is committed to the wellbeing of all attendees, guests, sponsors, speakers, and staff as we return to in person events. We will follow the current guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and state and local governments that are in effect at the time of the conference. Staff will continue to monitor the situation leading up to and at the event, and communicate any possible changes. With questions, contact MnCUN Vice President of Communications and Engagement Andrea Molnau or Director of Engagement Ben Hering. |
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