DakCU News & Notes

Chapter events; job opportunities; Cybersecurity Awareness month resources; and more.

Red River Chapter of Credit Unions Chapter Meeting
The Red River Chapter of Credit Unions has scheduled their next meeting for October 23 at 5:30 p.m. at The Lights Event Space, 360 32nd Ave W #100, West Fargo, ND. Speaker will be George McDonald, DakCU. Hosts are Town & Country Credit Union, Fargo VA FCU, and Affinity Plus FCU. Spicy Pie Pizza will be available and the cost is $20 per person. Please RSVP to Korianne by today. October 16.
 
Maurie C. Byrne Credit Union Chapter Meeting
The Maurie C. Byrne Credit Union Chapter has scheduled their next meeting for October 23 at 6:00 p.m. at the North Dakota Museum of Art, 261 Centennial Dr., Grand Forks, ND. Topic is regional scams and fraud events, presented by the ND Attorney General’s office. Buffet of Sliced Pork Loin and Beef Tips. Individuals should RSVP directly to your member credit union. Member credit unions should RSVP to Lacey Fetsch by October 20.
 
Credit Unions United Chapter Halloween Social
Minot credit unions are invited to join their chapter peers for the annual Credit Unions United Chapter Progressive Halloween Social on Tuesday, October 28 at 6:00 p.m. Prizes will be awarded! RSVP to Jennifer Jerauld by October 21.
 
SE605 Chapter of Credit Unions Scholarship
The SE605 Chapter of Credit Unions is excited to announce a $2,000 scholarship for a credit union employee to use towards continuing their education within the CU Industry. Click here for an informative flyer. Please be sure to include what school you are looking to attend. Applications are due by December 31 to [email protected].

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is the perfect time to spotlight cybersecurity awareness, but planning a full campaign can be time-consuming. Our trusted cybersecurity partner, SBS Cybersecurity, has put together a Grab-and-Go Toolkit designed to make it easy. This ready-to-use resource includes a downloadable Security Awareness Toolkit packed with social media templates, graphics, and practical tips on essential habits like creating strong passwords, using multi-factor authentication, recognizing scams, and keeping software up to date. You can read more on why Cybersecurity Awareness Month is important here.

Levo Credit Union is hiring!
Levo Credit Union is searching for Member Service Officers/Personal Bankers for their new Fargo location. Interested candidates will need have at least 2+ years experience in banking; an ideal candidate will have experience in loan underwriting.  To learn more or apply, visit levo.org/careers.
 
Ag/Commercial Loan Officer Opening – Sidney, MT
Richland Federal Credit Union (Richland FCU) in Sidney, MT is now accepting applications for an Ag/Commercial Loan Officer. The person in this position is responsible for developing appropriate lending relationships. This includes the ability to conduct thorough credit investigations, obtain the necessary information to make credit decisions, and communicate those decisions effectively. For a list of the responsibilities and qualifications, read the full position description. To apply, email Corliss Wasson. Applications close November 30.

A CU Seat at the Table Podcast
In the latest episode of A CU Seat at the Table, host Anthony Demangone sits down with Carrie Foran Sepulveda, Vice President of Fraud and Physical Security at Navy Federal Credit Union, to tackle one of the most pressing challenges facing credit unions today: fraud. Carrie shares how Navy Federal is combating evolving threats and offers insights into the future of fraud prevention across the industry. Don’t miss this timely and informative discussion—listen now on A CU Seat at the Table!
 
NCUA Launches AI Resources for Credit Unions
The NCUA has launched a new webpage offering credit unions guidance on adopting and managing Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies. The resources cover AI implementation, risk management, data security, cybersecurity, and practical use cases—helping credit unions make informed decisions whether they’re just exploring AI or looking to strengthen existing AI practices. Explore the page here.
 
SalesCU Training
Only 1 session remains for SalesCU workshops in 2025! Registration ends tomorrow. SalesCU training offers practical and proven sales techniques and strategies that actually work in a credit union setting to bring affordable and convenient sales training to our Dakota credit unions. If you want to develop employees who know how to sell in a way that adds value to the member, and sales leaders who are  an award-winning solution for you! Additional information on upcoming sessions available here or contact George McDonald, Senior VP/Chief Officer Partnerships & Engagement at 701.250.3942.
 
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