Minnesota CU Advocates Gather at GAC

Over 120 Minnesota credit union professionals and board members are in Washington D.C. for a record-breaking Governmental Affairs Conference along with more than 6,000 credit union leaders from across the country. The credit union industry's largest advocacy event, GAC, is an opportunity to amplify our collective voice in advocacy and ensure lawmakers fully understand the impact of credit unions on their communities.

​​Yesterday, the delegation met with Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith, and this afternoon, Minnesota attendees  are scheduled to meet with members of the U.S. House and their staff.​

Minnesotans Inducted into CU House Hall of Leaders

Last weekend, two Minnesota credit union leaders, Debora Almirall, Minnesota Power Employees CU, and Brian Sherrick, Ideal CU were inducted into the Credit Union House Hall of Leaders in honor of their significant contributions to the credit union industry. Members of the Hall of Leaders are exceptional individuals that have dedicated their lives to perpetuating the credit union mission and philosophy.  ​

Congratulations to Pat Pierce!

Also at GAC, Pat Pierce, President/CEO of City & County Credit Union, was elected as the Chair of America's Credit Unions Board of Directors. He will serve a one-year term.

​“I am honored to lead America’s Credit Unions Board of Directors after a monumental year of progress for our industry,” said Pierce. “2025 has started fast, with the potential for significant change for our industry, and I have full faith that Jim and his team will move the needle to ensure the credit union industry continues to thrive. As this momentum builds, I look forward to working alongside credit union leaders to ensure we are all working together to advocate for the movement we are all deeply passionate about.”