2019 Iowa Credit Union Convention Recap
The 2019 Iowa Credit Union Convention was held in Des Moines September 18-20. A record crowd of more than 650 attended this year's event to celebrate the stories of Iowa's credit union movement. Thank you to all who attended and made this event a tremendous success!

Please visit the ICUL website for a full recap, including access to presentations, notes and photos of this year's event.

Be sure to mark your calendars for next year's event to be held in Dubuque on September 16-18, 2020.
ICUL Awards Recognized Outstanding Iowa Credit Union Leaders
Each year, the Iowa Credit Union League recognizes outstanding credit union leaders during the annual meeting. These leaders were nominated by their peers and have contributed their time and talents to the growing success of the credit union movement in our state.

The following individuals were honored with awards during the 2019 convention:
  • August Lanning - Heritage Award
  • Tim Chapman - Cooperative Spirit Professional Award
  • Kelly Hindman - Cooperative Spirit Volunteer Award
  • Tammy Wood - Young Professional Award
  • Kasey Vogel - Young Professional Award

Congratulations to the award recipients and thank you for your contributions to Iowa credit unions!
Meet the 2019-2020 ICUL Board of Directors
The 2019-2020 ICUL Board of Directors were sworn in during the Annual Meeting on September 19.

Pictured Front (L to R): Jeff Hayes, Jami Weems, Julie Pingel, Helen Pearce, Mark Peters, Matt Dodds

Back (L to R): Dave Cale, Mike Moroney, Scott Zahnle, Murray Williams, Brad Mertens, Dale Owen, Jim Niederhauser
Contact Your U.S. Senators/Representative on Important Federal Issue
There is language in the Senate version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) that would allow banks to have rent-free access to establish branches on military bases. If Section 2821 isn't removed from the bill, banks like Wells Fargo and Bank of America will have easier access to set up shop on bases around the world.

The House and Senate are now bargaining to determine what to do on this language. We have seen how these banks have treated their customers over the years. There is no good reason to make it easier for them to engage our servicemen and women. 

We need to encourage Congress to reject Section 2821 of the Senate National Defense Authorization Act. Please click here to send your Senator/Representative an email.
New Apparel Available in the Online CUPAC Store
A new online store was launched last week at the Iowa Credit Union Convention to raise money for CUPAC, the nonpartisan political action committee that supports those who support credit unions.

Credit union employees and members can visit www.CUPACstore.com to purchase a credit union t-shirt or make a direct contribution to CUPAC. All contributions must be made from individuals; corporate contributions are prohibited. 
Collections & Bankruptcy Update October 8-9
Things are ever-changing in the world of collections and bankruptcy. Join us for the two-day Collections & Bankruptcy Update October 8-9.

New this year, ICUL Director of Member Services Andrea Dose will be facilitating roundtable discussion, and CU Recovery & The Loan Service Center is sponsoring a happy hour after the first day's sessions.

On October 8, Bryan Moffit will speak about creating a positive culture in the collection department and Brooke Trent will speak to debt collection strategies. Eric North will facilitate October 9, talking about collections and bankruptcy law and strategies.

Learn more and register for this event here .
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