Keeping you connected to key credit union news, events, and trends: May 9, 2018
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Call for Entries: LCUL's 2018 Excellence in Marketing Awards Program


LCUL is now accepting entries for our 2018 Excellence in Marketing Awards Program! 

Your marketing and communication efforts are a direct reflection - a written, spoken and visual interpretation - of your credit union's  'People Helping People' philosophy. It is with this in mind that LCUL's Excellence in Marketing Awards Program was created. 

Each year we recognize outstanding credit union marketing and communications efforts through the Excellence in Marketing Awards. Given out during LCUL's Annual Meeting & Convention, credit unions are recognized in the following categories:
  • Annual Report
  • Business/SEG Development
  • Community Outreach
  • Complete Campaign
  • Digital Advertising
  • Newsletter
  • Social Media
  • Website
Show off your hard work and get recognized among your peers. Click here to download the entry form.

Deadline: June 15, 2018. 

Speaker of the House Paul Ryan (R-Wis.) said Tuesday that the House will vote on the Senate-passed Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief and Consumer Protection Act (S. 2155). Ryan said at a press conference that the House and Senate are working on additional regulatory relief legislation as well.

This is a bipartisan bill that will benefit credit unions in a number of ways, from simplifying the mortgage process to allowing credit unions to report suspected elder financial abuse.

"We've got an agreement to be moving different pieces of legislation," Ryan said, according to Politico. "So we will be moving the [Senate's] Dodd-Frank bill. We're also going to be moving in the Senate a package of bills that we think will actually add to this that the Financial Services Committee has acted on as well. Chairman [Jeb] Hensarling is working with them on that."

Professional Development

Nationally Acclaimed University of Lending Program Coming to Baton Rouge June 12-14
Are you ready to help your credit union grow and improve your earnings while helping more members than EVER Before?
Then you don't want to miss this 3 day program led by Ed Swanson. 
Get ready to revolutionize your lending program and redefine your polices and decision making processes.

Our key focus is on learning to look beyond a credit score and think outside the box of national statistics and expectations.  Join us to learn how to adopt a solutions based culture so you can say "YES" to your members and potential members while everyone else is saying NO. 
 
Intrigued and want to learn more?    Click Here for full description and Registration!
Have you Heard?

Campus Federal's CEO To Retire At The End Of The Year
Campus Federal CU announces that President and CEO, Dawn Harris, will retire at the end of the year (December 2018). 
 
Harris' expansive 35 year career at Campus Federal began in 1983 when the Credit Union only had three branches serving LSU and 37 employees. Today, Campus Federal serves over 54,000 people throughout Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Shreveport.
 
"My driving purpose was to help others and I have been able to do just that at Campus Federal," said Harris. "I have the upmost confidence in our leaders and our team to continue to grow, innovate, and keep Campus Federal rooted in our communities."
 
Employees of Louisiana State University (LSU) established Campus Federal in 1934.  Serving Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and Shreveport, Campus Federal not only provides consumer financial products but is Louisiana's Top Business Credit Union.
 
"I believe there is no greater purpose than to help others. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to fulfill that purpose for 35 wonderful years," Harris said when speaking about her work throughout the years at Campus Federal." 
Maple FCU Awards $5,000 in Scholarships
For the third consecutive year, Maple FCU has shown a dedication to their up and coming members through their scholarship program.  Over $15,000 in scholarships and stipends have been awarded to members of Maple FCU pursuing further undergraduate education. The credit union proudly presented nine (9) finalists at their 2018 Annual Membership meeting on March 21.  

Scholarship finalists were Benjamin Bourg of Lafayette (Lafayette High), Jahraya Jeanlouis of St. Martinville (Loreauville High), Mason Kennedy of Chesapeake, Virginia represented by his grandmother Margaret Comeaux, Madison Mouton of Scott (Acadiana High), Kenni Norman of Scott (Acadiana High), Jett Miller of Rayne (Notre Dame High), Kate Roy of Lafayette (LSU) represented by her father Brent Roy, Brett Stelly and Alexandra Trahan of Lafayette (Lafayette High). 
 
The board of directors were anonymously presented information on each finalist along with their required essay. The Outstanding Scholar for the $2,000 Maple Federal Credit Union scholarship was Jett Miller. In addition, three additional $1,000 scholarships were awarded by random draw from the remaining finalists.  Those recipients are Benjamin Bourg, Jayraya Jeanlouis and Kate Roy.  All remaining finalists received a $100 stipend to put towards their education.
 
"We are proud of the dedication exhibited by these awesome young men and women.  A 'well done' also goes out to their supporters at home and in the education system for helping these students reach these milestones.  Congratulations scholars and families," commented Pamela Stelly, President/CEO of Maple FCU.

Natal Retires From GNO FCU After 34 years
Jayne Natal has announced her retirement from Greater New Orleans (GNO) FCU. She has been an outstanding addition for more than 34 years of service and an integral part of the credit union's success, passing her vast knowledge onto other employees. The team at GNO FCU wishes her all the best in her next chapter.
Quote of the Week:
"You can't build a reputation on what you're going to do." - Confucius
Educational Calendar
Upcoming Conferences & Seminars from your League:

June 8-15: SRCUS CUNA Management School
June 12-14: University of Lending
June 24-26: Supervisory Committee Conference: Plus new Director's Track!
July 15-18: SRCUS Director's Conference
August 1-4: LCUL Annual Meeting & Convention
August 22-23: Branch Manager Forum 2.0

Upcoming Teleconferences & Webinars from your League:

May 10: Opening Business Accounts
May 15: Current IRA Issues
May 16: FFIEC Third-Party Risk Guidance
May 17: Top Escrow Compliance Exam Issues, FAQs & Field Audits
May 22: ACH Error Resolution
May 23: Real Estate Loan Workouts, Deeds in Lieu, Short Sales, Foreclosures
May 24: Consumer Loan Documentation
May 30: Increasing Fee Income Without Raising Fees
May 31: Job-Specific Compliance Training for Lenders
 
For a complete listing of educational opportunities available from LCUL, visit the League website and click on "Education".
  
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