| CUAOk News |
Meet Our New VP of Political & Regulatory Affairs
 The Credit Union Association of Oklahoma announced Carol Rolke to the position of CUAOk Vice President of Political and Regulatory Affairs, effective June 22, 2009.
"I am delighted to announce Rolke's position to the CUAOk," said Debra J. (DJ) Morrow Ingram, president of CUAOk. "She comes to us with a wealth of experience, knowledge and leadership in the arena." [View Entire Article] |
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Credit Union House Naming Rights Campaign Gathering Sponsors
Several new sponsors have signed up for Naming Rights in Oklahoma Credit Union House this past week.
 WEOKIE Credit Union's
Board of Directors approved sponsoring the Main Reception Hall and Courtesy Insurance will be sponsoring half of the Training Room. They join Allied Solutions and Southwest Corporate FCU in taking advantage of the opportunity to have a visible show of support of this exciting new facility. Two individuals have made a pledge for the entrance foyer and association offices foyer.
Credit unions, vendors and individuals may purchase naming rights to various areas, furnishings and equipment in Credit Union House to show their support of the Oklahoma Credit Union Movement. For a listing of Naming Rights Opportunities, click here.
"We know that many of our business partners as well as credit unions will step up to take advantage of being a part of this exciting project," said Kelly Diven, chairman of the Board of Managers. "We appreciate Allied and Southwest Corporate coming on board."
There are a variety of levels of sponsorship and naming along with the Brick Campaign that continues. For more information, contact DJ Morrow Ingram, djmorrow@okleague.coop or 918.496.4688, Ext. 214 for full information. For the Brick Campaign information, click here.
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| Education and Training |
July Training Opportunities Await Participants
The many new social media websites are a boon to the marketing world. If you want to reach the next generation or even the savvy generation, be sure to sign up for the July 15 "Social Media Marketing" audio session offered by CUAOk. This session will cover ways to increase traffic to your website with social media, access new credit union prospects and stretch your marketing budget. Registration is $200 per phone connection. To register, visit the Education and Training section of the CUAOk website and then click on Audio Conferences.
Later next month, CUAOk will present an audio session that focuses on issues involving whether and when employees are entitled to leave, overtime, and policy and procedural issues. "Employment Issues Confronting CUs" will be held on July 29, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Registration is $125 per telephone connection. For additional details, click here. |
| Council News |
CUAOk to Host Financial Literacy Council Workshop
The Oklahoma CU Financial Literacy Council is committed to improving the financial literacy of all Oklahomans, and helping individuals understand the importance of managing their finances responsibly.
Credit unions interested in promoting financial literacy in their communities need to mark down the July 28 Financial Literacy Workshop on their calendars. Attendees can use information learned at the workshop to introduce financial literacy concepts to high school students, and contribute to the efforts to improve financial literacy statewide.
For additional details or to register online, click here. |
Credit Union Events
Golf Tournament to Support Local Children's Medical Research
The Boomer Sooner Chapter of Credit Unions will field its 12th annual Boomer Sooner Golf Classic Monday, July 27, 2009, at Lincoln Park Golf Course in Oklahoma City, Okla. Register your team or signup as a sponsor for this event.
For more information, click here.
Halliburton Seeks Players/Sponsors for Tournament
Benefiting the United Way
The First 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.
ME/CU 19 Annual Charity Golf Tournament
For 19 years, ME/CU has hosted a charity golf tournament to benefit the children of Oklahoma. This year's tournament will be held at the Cimarron National and Aqua Canyon courses in Guthrie on Monday, August 24th, 2009. For details on registration and sponsorship information, click here. |
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Corporate Stabilization Update
Agency Guidance on the Corporate Stabilization Expected
The National Credit Union Administration is expected to discuss its recently passed corporate credit union stabilization plan at its upcoming board meeting, scheduled for June 18.
The NCUA will present its guidance on the corporate stabilization plan and will allow participating credit unions direct access to NCUA staff during a June 24 Webinar. Additional topics to be discussed at the June 18 meeting include: a rule on Section 701.26 related to operating fees and an interim rule regarding NCUA's Section 701.21(f), Exception to the Maturity Limit on Second Mortgages. The NCUA will also examine its monthly report on the status of the National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund. |
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Southwest Corporate Update
Image Deposit Returns Available in FEDs 11th District
Southwest Corporate has introduced an Image Deposit Return service in the Federal Reserve's 11th District. Roll-out across the rest of the country could begin as early as July.
The new service automates the process of handling returned items from member deposits, eliminating paper check delivery to the credit union. Returns are sent directly to Southwest Corporate from its direct-exchange banks, image exchange networks and the Federal Reserve. Southwest Corporate then can re-deposit non-sufficient funds (NSF) items, report additional maker and/or payee information, and provide deposit detail reports (DDRs) via TranZact.
"With the online DDRs, credit unions can view check images and item level MICR information, receive large-dollar notifications and download a file that enables them to print substitute checks to give to members," said Brad Ganey, Southwest Corporate's SVP, Payment Services. For more information about the Image Deposit Return service, contact an account executive at 800.442.5763. |
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| People and Credit Unions in the News
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FAA Credit Union Provides "Go Green" Kits to Members
As a way to help members do their part for the environment, FAA Credit Union is providing new members with a "Go Green" starter kit. It was designed with the idea that by one member at a time, the credit union could make a difference. The kit, valued at $20.00, includes a reusable grocery tote, two CFL light bulbs, an individual water bottle filter and water bottle (photo attached). [View Entire Article]
Stratton Named CU Professional of the Year
 Matthew Stratton, senior vice president of marketing for Tinker Federal Credit Union, was chosen as 2009 Professional of the Year by the National Association of Federal Credit Unions (NAFCU). Stratton will be honored at NAFCU's 42nd Annual Conference in National Harbor, Md., in July. |
| Related Web sites
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CUAOk: www.oklahomacreditunions.coop
Credit Union Service Centers: www.cuscok.coop
Credit Union Employment Resources: www.cuer.coop
Credit Union National Association & Affiliates: www.cuna.coop
Credit Unions for Kids: www.cmn.org
CUNA Network Services: www.cns.coop
CUNA Mutual Group: www.cunamutual.com
World Council of Credit Unions: www.woccu.org
Southwest Corporate FCU: www.swcorp.org
TNB Card Services: www.tnbcard.com
National Credit Union Administration: www.ncua.gov
Filene Research Institute: www.filene.org
Consumer Federation of America: www.consumerfed.org
National Cooperative Business Association: www.ncba.org | |
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