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Early bird deadline right around the corner for Pinnacle Awards
Don’t delay. With the Jan. 29 early bird deadline coming up quickly, it’s time to submit entries for the 2021 Pinnacle Awards. -
Handling stimulus payments, increasing focus, and recognizing employees
This issue of the Leaguer contains important information on how to handle stimulus payments. It also includes recognition from our all-staff training and insights on feeding your focus, as well as examples of credit unions demonstrating the “people helping people” philosophy. -
Education First FCU announces selection of chief financial officer
Education First Federal Credit Union in Beaumont, Texas, announced the appointment of Bruce Clark as its chief financial officer. -
TruService Community FCU rolls out 90-day financial fitness program
To help members who don’t have credit or those who need to reestablish it, TruService Community Federal Credit Union, based in Little Rock, Ark., is kicking off TruStart, a 90-day financial fitness program. -
To offset or not to offset? Handling the latest round of stimulus payments
With the passage of HR 133, credit unions will see (and most already are seeing) a rash of new deposits in their members’ accounts from the U.S. Treasury Department. The question is, are these protected funds?
Upcoming Events
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Webinar: Practical Tool to Combat AI Fraud
OnlineJoin the Fraud Council for a no-hype, vendor-free look from someone working on the operational side, just like you. This session is focused on AI Fraud and is designed for credit union professionals across member onboarding, fraud, lending, and operations. -
St. Louis Chapter Annual Golf Scramble
Chesterfield, MOJoin the St. Louis Chapter of Credit Unions for a great day on the golf course. Spend the day networking with fellow credit union professionals while enjoying a fun and relaxed atmosphere on the course. Whether you're playing or participating off the course, there are plenty of ways to get involved and support the chapter. -
Hike the Hill
Washington, D.C.Join Cornerstone as we visit with key regulatory agencies and members of Congress in Washington DC. -
PAC at the Ballpark — Springfield
Springfield, MOCome out and support your local baseball team and your credit union all at the same time! Cornerstone invites you to a night out at the ballpark. -
Webinar: The Psychology of Financial Decisions: Understanding Client Behavior for Better Outcomes
OnlineIn this session, Money Habitudes explores the psychological factors that shape financial decision-making and how they impact clients’ financial health. The class blends theory with practice—examining the role of Identity, the impact of Scarcity, cultural influences, and stress responses that affect money management.