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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.
United CU supports Foundation and has a little fun
In Tyler, Texas, the staff at United Credit Union is always looking for ways to have fun with their members and find new ideas for giveaways. At the end of the year, the credit union promoted a “Kick 2020 to the Curb” campaign, giving away SWAG bags full of credit union goodies and Cooking with Cornerstone cookbooks.
SBA approves 60K PPP loan applications during the first week
The U.S. Small Business Administration approved approximately 60,000 Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan applications submitted by nearly 3,000 lenders, for more than $5 billion, between Jan. 11 and Jan. 17.
Last chance: Nominate CU professionals for prestigious Cornerstone awards
Don’t let the clock run out. Act now to nominate top credit union leaders and professional staff for one of three prestigious awards offered by the Cornerstone League: the Credit Union Professional of the Year, the Small Credit Union Achiever, or the Hall of Fame.
Tinker FCU opens new branch in Choctaw, Okla.
Tinker Federal Credit Union (TFCU) recently opened a new branch in Choctaw, Okla., located at 2183 N. Harper St.
Allegiance CU names Robert Ruiz as associate board director
Oklahoma City-based Allegiance Credit Union named Robert Ruiz to serve as an associate director on its board of directors.
Texas Trust launches virtual financial wellness webinars
Keeping in line with its mission to help Texas consumers build brighter financial futures, Texas Trust Credit Union is launching a virtual financial wellness program. The True Dollar web series will be simulcast on Facebook live from noon to 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month throughout 2021.
2021 CUNA GAC: The national advocacy event of the year
Are you registered for the national advocacy event of the year? The virtual 2021 CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference will be held March 2–4 and delivered in real time via a full-featured, interactive digital platform.
Election results announced for 2021 Asset Category At-Large Directors
The Cornerstone League board of directors election for the Asset Category At-Large Director positions has closed, and the following candidates have been elected for three-year terms.
Register for IMPACT Virtual! and save with early bird rate
Registration is now open for the Cornerstone League IMPACT Virtual!, April 8-9. Register today and save $100 with the early bird rate. Members are also encouraged to sign up for the Cornerstone Foundation 24th Annual Golf Tournament, occurring on April 7.
Cornerstone Foundation awarded 160K in disaster funds in 2020
In 2020, the Cornerstone Foundation granted $160,125 in disaster relief funds to credit union employees and volunteers in the Cornerstone region, aiding in the recovery from hurricanes, tropical storms, ice storms, house fires, and wind and hail storms.
Keep your regulatory guard up
COVID-19 will continue to impact the way credit unions conduct business for months—if not years—to come. Effectively navigating an environment of lower interest rates, reduced revenue opportunities, and the added logistics and costs of providing safe working and service environments due to the pandemic will be critical to maintaining healthy performance results.
Keeping you informed on League and Foundation news
In this week’s edition of the Leaguer, we provide you with the latest League and Foundation news with stories on the election results for the 2021 Asset Category At-Large Directors, disaster relief grants awarded in 2020, and registration information for three important events: the virtual 2021 CUNA GAC, IMPACT Virtual!, and the Foundation 24th Annual Golf Tournament.
Neches FCU promotes five employees
Neches Federal Credit Union promoted five employees. Jacob Devillier now serves as AVP of operational support/product and service development; Maegan Gay has been promoted to head teller/ITM specialist; Deanna Griggs is now a front-line supervisor; Jacey Rossi now serves as a web loan officer; and Roxanne Sasser has been promoted to compliance officer.
Energy Capital CU promotes senior leaders
Energy Capital Credit Union has promoted three employees to senior management positions. Corey Cunningham now serves as the chief financial officer; DJ Contreras was promoted to vice president of member services; and Deana Price is now vice president of human resources.
Alcoa Community FCU employees donate to Boys & Girls Club
On Jan. 6, employees at Alcoa Community Federal Credit Union presented Emmy Rogers, resource development director for the Boys & Girls Club of Saline County, with a check for $1,182.50. The Boys & Girls Club was one of two charities employees supported in 2020.
Employees recognized for outstanding efforts in 2020
Two employees at Cornerstone were recently recognized for their outstanding efforts in 2020.
Staff training provides focus, insight on boundaries and bias
The Cornerstone League kicked off the year with an all-staff meeting held Jan. 4-5. President/CEO Caroline Willard opened the training, sharing some thoughts and accomplishments from 2020.
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.
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