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Foundation Accepting Grant Applications for Victims of Oklahoma Wildfires
The Oklahoma Credit Union Foundation is now accepting grant applications for those credit union staff and members affected by the recent wildfires. To apply for a grant, please click here.
League Seeking Sponsors For Annual Meeting Gala Event & Casino Night!
Your Oklahoma Credit Union League is seeking table sponsors for the 75th Anniversary Gala at $100 each. Table sponsorships benefit Credit Unions for Kids and the Oklahoma Credit Union Foundation. If your organization is interested in sponsoring a table for the evening, please email Amber Vanderslice at avanderslice@okleague.coop.
Nominations Open for Board Positions
Three positions are open on the OCUL Board of Directors to be elected at the upcoming Annual Meeting. Any staff person on an affiliated credit union may run for a position on the OCUL Board. Nominations are due to OCUL by April 21 and should include a short biography of the nominee. For a nomination form or if you have questions, please contact Ginger Bowerman, gbowerman@okleague.coop or at the League at extension 221. |
Education and Training
Early Bird Deadline Ends This Friday
You have one day left to take advantage of Early Bird pricing for the 2009 OCUL Annual Meeting, scheduled May 5-8 at the Renaissance Hotel and Convention Center in Oklahoma City. Register online at www.okleague.coop. Don't miss out on these low prices! |
OCUL to Host Strategic Planning Workshop
for Small and Economically Challenged Credit Unions
Our credit union industry is feeling the pressure from competitive, economic and regulatory fronts. In order to survive and continue providing outstanding service to member-owners, credit unions must keep their financial senses keen on the mission, objectives and strategies of their organization as well as the many external forces threatening their existence.
For those reasons, the OCUL is hosting a pilot Strategic Planning Workshop for Small Credit Unions, scheduled for April 23 and 24 at the Cimarron Hotel and Suites in Stillwater, Okla. The workshop uses a flexible format that can be tailored to each credit union's unique planning needs. In just 24 hours participants will walk away with a plan that will allow the credit union to take control of its destiny.
For more information, click here. |
Council News
Indirect Lending: Topic for April 21 Lending Council Meeting
How should my credit union go about starting an Indirect Lending Program? Would an Indirect Lending Program be beneficial to my credit union? What does it cost? Should we do it?
All these questions and more will be covered in an in-depth discussion on Indirect Lending at the April 21 Lending Council meeting, set for 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Oklahoma Employees Credit Union Branch, located at 155th and May in Oklahoma City.
Registration for this meeting may be made on the OCUL Web site. Council Members need to register to guarantee their seat. Non-council members may attend by paying a $16 non-member fee. For more information, contact Gary Jones via gjones@okleague.coop. |
Marketing Council to Meet April 23
Marketing professionals looking to start-up an in-school branch or professionals who would like to learn more about what other credit unions across the nation are doing with their in-school branches are invited to the Marketing Council Meeting on April 23, 2009.
The Marketing Council meeting will be held at University and Community Federal Credit Union at 10 a.m. University and Community FCU is located at 311 E McElroy in Stillwater, Okla.
CFO Council Sets April 29 Meeting Date
The CFO Council will meet next on Wednesday, April 29, beginning at 10 a.m. at WEOKIE Credit Union's South office located at 7600 South Pennsylvania (I-240 & S. Penn) in Oklahoma City. The meeting topic will be "Financial Strategies for Turbulent Times." Mr. Brian Turner, Director of Advisory Services for Southwest Corporate Investment Services, will discuss the economic challenges credit unions will have over the next several years and address factors specific to the Oklahoma market.
Registration for this CFO Council meeting can be made on the OCUL Web site at www.okleague.coop. This meeting is free to 2009 CFO Council members. Non-members are welcome to attend for the $16 non-member fee. Contact Dana Kroutil at ext. 240 or via email at dkroutil@okleague.coop if you have any questions. |
Chapter Update
Green Country Chapter Meeting Slated for April 21
Join fellow chapter members and featured speaker Tim Harris for an evening of food, networking and a discussion on "Identity Theft and Check Fraud" at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21 at Michael V's. Michael V's is located at 103rd & Memorial (8222 E 103rd, Suite 137) in Tulsa. We suggest you arrive early to ensure time for networking.
For those attendees that register before April 17: members may register for $23 and non-members may register for $25. Please e-mail your reservation to Cassie Smith at csmith@redcrown.org before NOON on Friday, April 17.
For those attendees that register after April 17: please bring a check for $30 made payable to Green Country Chapter.
Credit Union Host: Energy One FCU and Western Sun FCU
Business Partner Host: Citadel Intelligence and Courtesy Insurance |
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Credit Union Events
CMN and Frontier City Partner to Raise Funds for the Kids
Bring your entire family out to Frontier City on Sunday, May 3 for a day of family fun and feel good knowing you are helping Oklahoma's kids. Admission is only $19.99 per person and parking is free. Park hours are Noon to 7p.m. A portion of the day's sales will benefit CMN.
Halliburton Seeks Players/Sponsors for Tournament
Benefiting the United Way
The 1st annual Halliburton Employees' Federal Credit Union/United Way Golf Tournament will be held on Monday, August 24 at the Elks Golf and Country Club in Duncan, Okla. |
For sponsorship details or registration information, please click on the links. For further information, please feel free to contact Kaleigh Carter at 800-368-2618, ext. 133.
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Compliance Update
Red Flags Compliance Deadline Approaching
The deadline for state-chartered credit unions to comply with the Federal Trade Commission's identity theft "red flags" rule is Friday, May 1. |
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Special Offer From Filene Research Institute
$99 in 09'
Recent economic events have made us all more aware of the need for relevant and reliable information that will help consumers and credit unions navigate this uncertain environment.
The Filene Research Institute is dedicated to securing the future viability of all credit unions by helping them adapt to rapidly changing economic, legal and social environments.
The Institute has one of the largest credit union research and innovation libraries in the world. The Oklahoma Credit Union League has teamed up with Filene to offer small credit unions the opportunity to have electronic access to Filene's online research and innovation library for one year! Online access is FREE to all credit unions under $5 million in assets and only $99 ($3.00 credit card processing fee) for credit unions between $5 and $49 million.
Your access to this extensive online library will allow your credit union to download reports as soon as they are released as well as having access to the entire research and innovation library.
We are excited to offer this opportunity to make available vital research and innovation that will help move your credit union beyond the current economic forces.
To take advantage of this offer, simply go to www.filene.org/home/membership/special
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CUNA Mutual Group Update
CMG Annual Report Available Online
CUNA Mutual Group's 2008 Annual Report is now available online. The report contains important information about CUNA Mutual's financial strength and how the company is navigating these challenging economic times. |
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This is the second consecutive year the report is available exclusively online, saving money and environmental resources. Interactivity is a key part of the report design, as videos and audio clips allow readers to hear directly from company leaders and customers.
To access the 2008 Annual Report, go to www.cunamutual.com and click on "Annual Report" in the "About CUNA Mutual Group" box. Customers who prefer a hard copy can access a printable PDF online. |
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Tinker FCU's Miracle Car Show Approaching Quickly
Make plans to attend Tinker FCU's Miracle Car Show on Saturday, April 25. All proceeds from this event benefit Children's Miracle Network.
The Car Show will be held 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at TFCU's corporate office, 4140 W. I-40 Service Road. Activities include some of the finest classic and custom vehicles you'll have the pleasure of seeing. In addition to viewing those great entries and voting for your favorite, you can visit the craft booths, eat and see the #99 Aflac Ford Fusion Show Car.
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Important Dates
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Opening Accounts for Small Business (Webcast)
May
5
Internal Security (Audio)
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If You Find Them, They Will Pay (Audio)
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Lending Conference, TX
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Kids' Stuff: Youth Accounts (Audio) |
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