| July 12, 2012 |
CU members' videos support biz lending bill
 Shoreline Credit Union is tapping the help of several member business borrowers like this one, an industrial cutter and fabricator, to share stories that can help pass S. 2231, the Credit Union Small Business Jobs Bill (see top story).
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Credit unions keep the pressure on to pass business lending bill
Credit unions have done an outstanding job using a variety of methods to share stories with Wisconsin's U.S. Senators Herb Kohl and Ron Johnson about the need for small business access to credit. The goal is to pass the federal Credit Union Small Business Jobs Bill, which would increase the arbitrary cap on credit unions' member business lending. The measure would extend $453 million of new credit to Wisconsin businesses and 4,920 new jobs in the first year alone at no cost to taxpayers. FULL STORY
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Improve member service: get discounted financial counseling training 
Based on the interest garnered from credit unions, The League has agreed to partner with the National Credit Union Foundation to offer an enhanced version of the Credit Union Financial Counseling Certification Program (FiCEP) this fall, which teaches and certifies CU employees of all levels on how to approach and counsel members who are faced with financial difficulties. FULL STORY |
League monitoring legislators' review of state income tax policy
As state legislators review the state income tax code to determine what, if any, reforms to make, The League is monitoring the situation to protect credit unions' tax status. FULL STORY |
 Discover a new culture: host a CU intern from the Dominican Republic
The World Council of Credit Unions is working with the Wisconsin Credit Union League for the implementation of the third phase of its International Credit Union Leadership Program. In September of 2011, the World Council was awarded a grant by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Office of Citizen Exchanges to carry out four cultural exchange programs focused on young entrepreneurs in the credit union industry. FULL STORY
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 Compliance Compass: several deadlines ahead
Is your credit union up-to-date with changing compliance requirements? It's not easy to keep up, but The League's Legal Affairs staff works hard to help credit unions stay current. In this edition of Compliance Compass, Legal Affairs Counsel Paul Guttormsson outlines some key compliance deadlines—coming soon—that concern vehicle titles, data matching, interest rate risk management, and "troubled debt restructuring." FULL STORY
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Are you selling mint gum when you should be sharing mission?
Is your credit union struggling to attract younger members? According to Josh Allison, CUDE, Founder and Chief Ideator of Think Café Consulting, you can overcome this challenge—and create ardent young advocates for your credit union—by giving them something they can believe in. In this article, originally published on cuinsight.com, Josh shares a simple story about mint gum to explain how to win over younger consumers. FULL STORY |
Fall planning and budgeting are just around the corner, so prepare now
Summer may be a time for relaxing by the pool, but it's also the perfect time to begin preparing for fall strategic planning and budgeting. FULL STORY |
Young Professionals Network seeking Advisory Board nominations
The League is looking for five young professionals to serve on the newly formed YP Network Advisory Board. Nomination and application details can be found on the YP Network's newly-developed website and are due by Friday, July 20. The Advisory Board is replacing the YP Council as the leadership body for the YP Network and will help to guide the future growth of The League's YP development efforts. |
Madison area credit unions collaborate to advertise the CU Difference
Madison area credit unions have collaborated to place banner ads touting the "Credit Union Difference" on www.madison.com, the website for the Wisconsin State Journal, Capital Times and other local publications. The ads will be in rotation on the homepage for the next two months. Credit unions in other areas of the state are exploring options to use the free materials locally. Learn more about the materials for possible use in your area. |
Share your input in The League's annual Salary Survey
By July 20, credit unions are being asked to complete The League's Annual Salary & Compensation Survey. The survey was mailed to presidents and human resource contacts for Wisconsin credit unions over $1 million in assets. The data you provide will help us to compile important information about the going rate of pay and type of benefits offered to staff at all levels of credit union operation. Credit unions that fill out and return a survey receive, at no cost, a copy of the final report—a valuable tool when evaluating or structuring an employee compensation or benefits package. Those who do not participate can purchase the final report for $100. The final report will be mailed to participating credit unions in mid-September. |
Place your bid through July 17; bring hope around the world
Magnify the positive effects of credit union development efforts around the world—and pick up some fantastic items, including a Wisconsin Entertainment Package valued at $350—by "Bidding for Good" as part of the World Council of Credit Union's silent auction online. FULL STORY |
 Raise money for The Foundation, have fun at
The League Invitational
Enjoy a day of golf and help raise funds for the Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation at The League Invitational on July 19. FULL STORY |
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Don't let security threats compromise your peace of mind
Security is one of the biggest concerns among financial institutions. Be sure you've identified and mitigated your risks. The League Services Corp. has the solutions you need to protect against identity theft as well as proven partners for ATM security, vault protection, business recovery and continuity, security assessments and more. Take a look at our many solutions. |
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