League Link is an electronic communications service from the Indiana Credit Union League and is sent regularly to Managers/CEOs of affiliated credit unions. It contains a variety of information on activities at the League and a summary of important messages that have been sent by the League. Many of the items here contain links to the League's website. We encourage you to share League Link, or selected content, with your staff and officials as appropriate. An archive of messages from the League to credit union managers/CEOs can be found here .
 
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General News and Messages
Seeking Nominees for League Awards Programs by June 7
On April 1, Awards Committee Chairman Nina Baker called for entries in the League Awards Program. Read it here.
Regulatory/Compliance Updates
Regulatory Update, 4-1-2019, Weekly Regulatory Advocacy Report
On April 1, Senior Consultant Tim Pierce and Senior Consultant, Director of Regulatory Advocacy Dave Hawkins sent a Regulatory Update which provided information on a number of recent regulatory and advocacy topics. Read it here.
Upcoming Meetings and Education Sessions
In this course, presented by Rayleen Pirnie, founder and owner of RP Payments Risk Consulting Services, LLC, you will explore the chargeback process using actual cases. Attendees will define the most common chargeback r easons, related issues, and appropriate actions of each case type. Cases include free trial offers, linking debit cards to external third-party payment platforms, minor links card to gaming console, and more
In this seminar, led by Natalie Straus, CRCM, VP and Senior Consultant at ProBank Austin, the focus is on the day the account is opened. It provides hard-to-get state law requirements for ownership and documentation. Attendees learn the "why" behind standard operating procedures. The program also covers CIP procedures and IRS Reporting compliance issues.
BSA examinations continue to be a focus for examiners in 2019. Recent enforcement actions bearing substantial penalties shine the light on egregious violations. Whether you are new to BSA or you are just in need of training to fulfill your required training specific to your duties as BSA officer, this training, presented by Mary-Lou Heighes, President and Founder of Compliance Plus, Inc., will provide you with the information you need to help strengthen your BSA/AML compliance program. We will also be reviewing Due Diligence and Beneficial Ownership requirements for non-natural person accounts.
This fast-paced seminar, led by Mary-Lou Heighes, President and Founder of Compliance Plus, Inc., provides a look at laws and regulations from an operational standpoint. From membership requirements to checking accounts and consumer loans, you will learn the why, how and when each law and regulation comes into play. Confused by marketing rules? You’ll learn those too. BSA compliance, check holds, check liability and share insurance are just a few of the rules that we will discuss.
Again this year, the League is hosting its annual Leadership Conference (formerly known as Managers Conference) jointly with the Kentucky Credit Union League’s Management Conference. This “Partners in Progress” event will include a full agenda of speakers who will cover topics for the benefit of credit union professionals at all levels. You will come away knowing more about leadership, member service, advocacy, economics, compliance and resource management.

The DoubleTree Lawrenceburg offers a great environment to expand your professional network with credit union peers from two states. The agenda and optional activities, combined with the variety of things to do at this beautiful location, are sure to prepare and inspire you to return to your credit union ready to do great things in the second half of 2019.
Chapter News
Upcoming Chapter Meetings
Several chapters have meetings or events planned in the weeks ahead. Visit the League calendar to find information about your chapter.
Foundation News
Indiana Credit Union Foundation
Registrations are now being accepted for participants and sponsors for the Indiana Credit Union Foundation Clay Classic scheduled for Thursday, May 30, at Indiana Gun Club in Fortville. Register as an individual or as part of a team of up to five. The event will include a meal and prizes. Sponsorships opportunities are available. Get details for participation, remaining sponsorships available and register to attend here.
Featured Product

Internal Audit Outsourcing
As part of our partnership with AffirmX, the League offers internal audit outsourcing which allows us to work like a remote employee of your credit union. This comprehensive service is customized to your needs and delivered in a cost-effective way.
 
The service can range from monthly to quarterly full internal controls, or it can be limited to:
  • New loans of all types, including real estate and business loans
  • Declined loans
  • Credit card dispute and charge back processes
  • Indirect lending
  • Wire transfers
  • Supervisory override reports
  • Shared/accounts greater than $100,000
  • Non-sufficient funds year-to-date reports
  • Dormant accounts
…and much more!
 
We can provide detailed reports on findings along with specific recommendations for addressing any noted deficiencies. We can also provide a year-end report, which is an invaluable tool at examination time.
 
Senior Consultant Director of Regulatory Analysis Dave Hawkin s is ready to provide you with more information and a link to a recorded webinar on the solution.