DakCU News & Notes

Upcoming events; scholarship opportunities; 2026 training; and more. 

NCUA 2026 Supervisory Priorities Webinar
The NCUA will host a free webinar on February 19 at 1:00 p.m. CST outlining its 2026 Supervisory Priorities and examination expectations, covering balance sheet management, operational risk, program updates, and policy changes. Register here.

Railway Credit Union Seeking Business Services Manager
Railway Credit Union is seeking a Business Services Manager to support and grow its business member relationships. The role focuses on assisting commercial members with financial service needs, guiding applications and onboarding, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure a smooth and positive experience. Find more information or apply here.
 
Minot Area Schools FCU Seeking Manager
Minot Area Schools FCU in Minot, ND is hiring a manager to oversee strategic direction, financial stability, and daily operations. The role leads all functional areas including accounting, compliance, lending, HR, and member services while ensuring strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Email resume, cover letter, and references to Neil Moore or mail to Board of Directors– Minot Area Schools FCU, 215 2nd St SE, Minot, ND 58701 .
 
BND Fintech Roadshow: Fintech Sessions
The Bank of North Dakota (BND) is bringing its Fintech Roadshow to communities across the state February 17–23, 2026, offering free, 90-minute sessions designed for credit union and community bank personnel. These interactive sessions will provide updates on BND’s fintech initiatives, including the development and vision of the Roughrider Stablecoin, explore practical fintech use cases for credit unions and community banks, and create space for open discussion, questions, and feedback. With flexible scheduling and multiple city stops, the roadshow makes it easy for bankers to join a conversation shaping the future of financial innovation in North Dakota. Learn more and register here.
 
Town & Country Credit Union accepting scholarship applications
Town & Country Credit Union is once again offering ten $1,000 scholarships to deserving high school seniors who are members in good standing. Applicants including homeschooled seniors must plan to attend an accredited trade school, college, or university in the 2026–2027 academic year and submit an application and brief essay on how they plan to make a positive impact in their chosen career field. Applications are open January 1–March 1, 2026, with recipients notified in April. Learn more here.
 
North Dakota Dollars for Scholars accepting scholarship applications
North Dakota Dollars for Scholars is accepting scholarship applications from North Dakota high school seniors and current college students starting January 1, 2026. Approximately $290,000 in scholarships will be awarded, ranging from $600 to $2,500 each for the 2026-27 academic year. Every student who graduated from or will graduate this year from a North Dakota high school or home education program can apply, even if their high school doesn’t have a local chapter. The application deadline for all North Dakota Dollars for Scholars scholarships is April 1, 2026. Scholarship details and the online application are available at northdakota.dollarsforscholars.org. 
 
SalesCU Training
SalesCU training offers practical and proven sales techniques and strategies that work in a credit union environment, delivering affordable and convenient training to our Dakota credit unions. Develop employees who sell with purpose and leaders who coach for results with our award-winning program. Start planning for the year ahead—2026 SalesCU training dates are now open for registration. Information on upcoming sessions available here or contact George McDonald, Interim President/CEO
 at 701.250.3942.
 
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