Keeping you connected to key credit union news, events, and trends: March 14, 2018
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Advocates Encouraged to Secure Lodging for State GAC
With a dynamic lineup in place, credit union advocates planning to attend the 2018 Louisiana Governmental Affairs Conference are encouraged to secure lodging before the March 19 deadline. 

Click here to book online or call 1-800-955-6962 and use code LCUL.

Click here for additional information including agenda and accommodations.
Update: ADA Compliance Litigation in Louisiana
Yesterday, LCUL sent credit union CEOs a brief update on the status of ADA compliance litigation in Louisiana.  As we mentioned in our ADA call a few weeks back, LCUL and Kudulis, Reisinger, and Price, LLC (KRP) took a unique approach in combating this issue.

 We will continue to update credit unions as more information is made available, but we are encouraged by the current status. Should you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to LCUL's communications department. 
Webinar: Learn about the Creating Credit Union Awareness Initiative
After two years of work and research, CUNA has unveiled its long-awaited national brand campaign theme: Open Your Eyes to A Credit Union.  Now, the association is hosting a free webinar to take a closer look at the research, creative materials, strategy and tactics that will grow consumer consideration of credit unions. Come ready to learn and ask questions about how credit unions can participate in the early stages of the initiative.

In this free webinar you will:
  • Understand current consumer myths about credit unions
  • Learn about our strategy and tactics designed to grow consumer consideration of credit unions
  • Preview the 'Open Your Eyes' campaign creative
Last Chance to Order Candy for CULAC
Tomorrow is your last chance to place an order for LCUL's 2018 CULAC candy sale. Credit unions can place orders online through our web portal.

Selling candy is a simple way for your credit union to support CULAC. If you did not sell candy last year and are interested to learn more, please contact Theresa Fonseca for more information.  

Have you Heard?

South Jennings Catholic FCU Merges with CSE FCU 
CSE FCU has announced the completion of its merger with South Jennings Catholic FCU (SJCFCU). The merger of the Jennings, LA-based credit union with $1.5 Million in assets into the $300 Million CSE was effective March 1.  The 658 members of South Jennings Catholic FCU are now members of CSE and are eligible for a wider array of products and services, the convenience of more branches, electronic account access, and an extensive surcharge-free ATM network. 

Clark J. Yelverton, President/CEO of CSE added, "We are excited to add the members of South Jennings Catholic FCU to CSE's membership.  We are confident that this merger will provide greater options to our new South Jennings Catholic FCU members. We will continue the long history of service they provided its members and the community."  


Quote of the Week:

"People won't have time for you if you are always angry or complaining."
-- Stephen Hawking
Educational Calendar
Upcoming Conferences & Seminars from your League:
March 22:  Member Service with WOW
March 27: Share Account Basics
April 10-11: Louisiana GAC
April 18: Share Accounts Advanced
April 25: BSA Officer Training
April 27-28: Young Professionals Workshop
May 2: Supplemental Training Opportunity
May 9-10: Financial Technologies Conference

Upcoming Teleconferences & Webinars from your League:

3/15: Flood Insurance Compliance Review & Update 2018
3/20: Call Report Series: Recent Call Report Changes & Top 10 Errors
3/21: Compliance & Legal Risks in Mobile Banking
3/22: Completing the CTR Line-by-Line Effective May 28
3/27: Development of Real Estate Evaluations & Validating Existing Appraisals
3/28: Collections & the Servicemember: From the MLA to SCRA
3/29: IRA Overview: Traditional & Roth IRA & SEP Plans
     
For a complete listing of educational opportunities available from LCUL, visit the League website and click on "Education".
  
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