| CUAOk News |
CU Convention and Expo to Feature National Speaker
Credit union professionals from Oklahoma and Missouri will have the opportunity to hear from nationally recognized speaker Mark Sievewright during the 2009 Convention and Exposition in Branson, Mo. Sievewright, who is senior vice-president of Fiserv Inc., is scheduled to moderate a panel discussion on Sept. 22 and present a session titled "Compete and Win With the Focus on Your Members" on Sept. 23. He is one of the many noted speakers that will tackle current credit union issues and concerns during the CU Convention and Expo, which takes place Sept. 22-24.
For additional information on the Credit Union Convention & Expo, click here. |
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Naming Rights Opportunities Going Fast
The naming rights for the new 8,000 square foot Credit Union House in Oklahoma are going fast. With just under a month away before Credit Union House is move-in ready, credit unions, vendors and individuals have purchased over $100,000 of the naming rights to-date. There are a variety of opportunities still available for purchase such as furnishings and equipment. For a listing of Naming Rights opportunities, click here. For more information, contact DJ Morrow Ingram via djmorrow@okleague.coop or 918.496.4688, Ext. 214.
Build Your Legacy - Buy a Brick
CUAOk is excited to offer you the opportunity to purchase a personalized brick paver to be placed in the Flag Plaza at Credit Union House. The Flag Plaza is located in the center of the circle drive, directly in front of the main entrance, and visible to all visitors. Bricks will contain special messages chosen by you. Bricks are a great opportunity to honor a colleague, recognize your credit union's involvement in the movement or honor your loved ones. Bricks are available in 4x8 inch and 12x12 inch sizes, which are priced from $150 to $500.These bricks will be viewable at the Credit Union House Grand Opening on October 15, 2009!
 To purchase your commemorative brick paver, return your completed order form to the Credit Union Association of Oklahoma by mail or fax. Credit Union Association of Oklahoma
Credit Union House Brick Campaign
PO Box 702297
Tulsa, OK 74170
Fax: 918.496.4689 |
| Education and Training |
Check Out the Association's Calendar
Education and Training are vital to the professional development of credit unions. To view the Association's calendar of events, click here.
Early Bird Registration for NYIB Annual Conference Ends Today
If your credit union is interested in growing its youth membership, or is seeking new ideas/strategies for reaching young people through financial education, you will not want to miss the National Youth Involvement Board's Annual Conference Aug. 3-6, at Tempe Mission Palms in Tempe, Arizona. This information-packed conference features top-notch speakers who will share their ideas, insights and techniques into not only educating young people on money matters, but also in attracting young members.
Credit union marketing professionals, business developers, training and youth education staff, credit union management and board of directors are encouraged to attend this conference. If you are planning to attend, please note that the early-bird registration of rate of $599 per person is available only through today. You may register online at www.nyib.org.
Economic Forum Speaker to Address Financial Institution Trends
Dr. William Ford, a featured speaker at Southwest Corporate FCU's 32nd annual Economic Forum, can remember the time when many considered economics as a sleepy, seldom-discussed science. "Now the only thing that is more widely reported is Michael Jackson," Ford said in a recent interview.
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Compliance Update
Longer Compliance Time Needed on Card Act Provision
In a recent article from CUNA News Now, it was noted that the Credit Union National Association has urging the Federal Reserve to give credit unions more time to comply with the new credit card statutes.
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| Council News |
There's Still Time to Register for the Financial Literacy Council Workshop
Credit union professionals have two weeks left to register for the July 28 Financial Literacy Council Workshop. 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.
Save-the-Date: CFO Council Meeting
The next CFO Council Meeting will be held Wednesday, July 29, at the Stroud Conference Center. Council members will gain valuable information through Roundtable Discussions during the morning session and Steve Gregg from CUNA Mutual will present information about Credit Union Fraud Issues after lunch. For additional information or to register, 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 19th 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.
OCUPAC Seeks Sponsors for Annual OCUPAC Open
The PAC is currently seeking sponsors for the Oct. 1, 2009 golf tournament, which is set to be held at the Willow Creek Golf and Country Club in Oklahoma City. A variety of sponsorships ranging from $1,000 to $125 are available. For additional sponsorship details, click here. |
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Business Spotlight
Southwest Corporate Debuts Image-Enabled ATM Service
Southwest Corporate FCU introduces ATM Capture, an image-enabled ATM software solution designed specifically to meet the needs of the credit union industry. ATM Capture is the newest addition to Southwest Corporate's suite of fully-integrated remote deposit capture products.
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NCUA Releases 2009 Directory of Federally Insured CUs
The National Credit Union Administration has released its 2009 Directory of Federally Insured Credit Unions. It contains a state-by-state alphabetical listing of all active federally insured credit unions as of Jan. 1.To acces the directory, click here. |
People and Credit Unions In The News
TTCU Celebrates Grand Opening of New Branch
TTCU, The Credit Union, celebrated the grand opening of its newest branch in Bixby, Okla. on Thursday, June 18, 2009. The Bixby branch makes the 12th branch location for TTCU.
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TTCU Announces Chinn to Deposit Product Manager
TTCU, The Credit Union, recently announced Lisa Chinn as Deposit Product Manager. Chinn will have the primary responsibility of developing operational strategies and programs that will benefit TTCU's deposit accounts in addition to supervising the call center. The Deposit Product Manager is a new position that was created to further ensure the highest quality service for our members' transaction accounts.
No Better Time to Shine, Says CMG Economist
Credit unions have managed through 20 recessions in their 100 years of existence and are flush with opportunities to help them through this one, says Dave Colby, chief economist with CUNA Mutual Group. A down economy, he says, should be viewed as an opportunity, not an excuse.
Roll Out the Red Carpet - Nominations for the 2009 Credit Union Movie of the Year Award Now Being Accepted
The Academy Awards are not the only iconic achievements given out to deserving stars as the 2009 Credit Union Movie of the Year Awards (CUMA) get set to recognize the industry's key players. Last year's winner, Larissa Walkiw, spokesperson for Commonwealth CU's Young & Free campaign, took home the top honor and now the stage is set for this year's top credit union screen star.
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MPX and Payments Central Announce Merger to Form EPCOR
Mid-America Payment Exchange (MPX) and Payments Central, regional payments associations headquartered in Kansas City, Mo. and Columbus, Ohio respectively, announce their merger effective July 1, 2009. The combined association will incorporate under the new name of EPCOR. EPCOR will provide electronic payments and risk management education and support to over 2,300 financial institutions in 12 states in the central United States.
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| 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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Important Dates
September
23
Collections & Bankruptcy Seminars
October
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