MnCUN Trailblazers Executive Readiness Training
MnCUN’s newest leadership development opportunity: the Trailblazers Executive Readiness Training is a 12-month program is 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 2021/2022 cohort meets the second Thursday of the month –virtually and in person – providing participants the opportunity to build a close network of colleagues.
With questions, contact MnCUN Vice President of Communications and Engagement Andrea Molnau or Director of Engagement Ben Hering.
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 2021/2022 cohort meets the second Thursday of the month –virtually and in person – providing participants the opportunity to build a close network of colleagues.
With questions, contact MnCUN Vice President of Communications and Engagement Andrea Molnau or Director of Engagement Ben Hering.
2021/2022 Schedule and Topics
| Date | Location | Session Hours | Topics |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leadership Skills | |||
| 9/10/2021 | Madden's Resort, Brainerd | 4 | Strength Finder: Developing your Leadership Strengths |
| 10/14/2021 | virtual | 2 | Coaching |
| Wed., 11/10/21 (Thurs. is Veterans Day) |
virtual | 2 | Diversity, Inclusion and Leadership |
| Credit Union Financials | |||
| 12/9/2021 | Heartland CU | 4 | Call Reports and Key Ratios |
| 1/13/2022 | virtual | 2 | Budgeting & Forecasting |
| 2/10/2022 | virtual | 2 | Asset Liability Management |
| Credit Union Operations | |||
| 3/10/2022 | Affinity Plus FCU | 4 | Internal Sales Philosophy |
| 4/14/2022 | virtual | 2 | Branch Performance |
| 5/12/2022 | virtual | 2 | Compliance |
| Strategic Planning & Growth | |||
| 6/9/2022 | Hiway Credit Union | 4 | Strategic Planning |
| 7/14/2022 | virtual | 2 | Strategic Growth |
| 8/11/2022 | virtual | 2 | Strategic Partnerships |
| 9/14/2022 | Madden’s Resort, Brainerd | 4 | Program Conclusion and Celebration |
Program Cost
The cost of the Trailblazers program includes all 12 training sessions, materials, and meals for in person events. Attendees have the option to split the registration fee into two installment payments. No payment is required to apply; payment/first installment will be due upon acceptance into the program, and the final payment due in January, 2022.
Registration Fee: $1,200
Small Credit Union (under $50 million in assets) $999
Registration Fee: $1,200
Small Credit Union (under $50 million in assets) $999
Applications
Space is limited. Applications for the 2021/2022 cohort have closed. Watch for the 2022/2023 cohort applications to open this spring.
MnCUN would like to recognize the following Minnesota Credit Union leaders for volunteering to guide the development of the Trailblazer program:
- Affinity Plus FCU - Jacquie Twedt, Senior Operations Manager
- Anoka Hennepin CU - Manuela Keeling, Vice President Operations
- Heartland CU - Tim Hansen, Executive Vice President/CFO
- Hiway CU - Andy Deans, Mortgage Servicing Manager
- Mid Minnesota FCU - Jill Casper, VP of Training and Community Relations
- North Memorial FCU - Jake Weinand, Financial Services Officer
- Northridge Community CU – Nicolas Mathiowetz, President/CEO
- Topline FCU - Vicki Erickson, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Communications; Foundation President
- Royal CU - Geoff Bullock, Executive Vice President Member Experience
Thank You to our program Sponsors!
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