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Foundation offers FiCEP at half price
Registration is now open for the Credit Union National Association financial counseling certification program (FiCEP). The Cornerstone Foundation is offering the program at half off their regular cost to help credit unions meet members’ increasing need for reliable financial advice to help them weather the financial hardships brought on by the pandemic. -
Caroline Willard delivers state of the union to Dallas Chapter
Cornerstone League President/CEO Caroline Willard addressed the Dallas Chapter of Credit Unions on Wednesday, giving a state of the union address. In addition to the League, Willard leads the Foundation and Resources, the League’s service corporation, serving approximately 450 credit unions. -
Deadline extended for CUNA GAC Crash; apply by Jan. 31
Calling all young professionals in Arkansas, Oklahoma, and Texas. Want to attend the virtual Credit Union National Association Governmental Affairs Conference March 2-4? Don’t delay. Applications are due by 11:59 p.m. CT on Sunday, Jan. 31. Sign up here. -
Making plans to move ahead in 2021
In this week’s Leaguer, we are looking ahead with new staff, a new NCUA chair, and newly certified and recertified financial counselors. -
Education CU donates 51K in grants to area schools
Education Credit Union (ECU), based in Amarillo, Texas, recently awarded $51,000 in Pocket Change Grants to area schools, giving up to $500 per teacher to help provide much-needed items for their classrooms.
Upcoming Events
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Missouri Legislative Summit
Jefferson City, MOThe 2026 Legislative Summit brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and advocacy experts for a forward-looking day of insight and strategy. -
Webinar: Awakening Conscious Leadership— Leveraging Awareness, Resilience, and Intentionality
OnlineThis interactive session hosted by the HR & Training Council explores the neuroscience of conscious leadership and invites you to pause, reflect, and strengthen the internal capabilities that shape how you lead under pressure. -
Webinar: Maximizing Mission—Using CDFI, LID, and MDI Certifications to Expand LMI Opportunity
OnlineThis session provides small credit unions a clear, practical understanding of the benefits and strategic value of Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), Low-Income Designation (LID), and Minority Depository Institution (MDI) certifications and how these designations can be intentionally leveraged to better serve low- and moderate-income (LMI) individuals and communities. -
CEO Roundtable - Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OKOpportunity for CEOs to engage in discussions with colleagues from around the region. -