DakCU News & Notes

​Stay up to date with upcoming chapter events, training opportunities, industry celebrations, career openings, and important credit union updates from across the Dakotas and beyond.

Upcoming Credit Unions United Chapter Pints and Politics
Tuesday, September 29 | 6:00 p.m. in Minot
Join DakCU for an evening social at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds. Connect with fellow credit union leaders and colleagues while enjoying an opportunity to relax, network and catch up. Please RSVP to Mandie Blikre by September 21, 2026. 
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Upcoming North Central Chapter Meetings
Monday, September 28 | 5:30 p.m. in Devils Lake
Join President's Night to hear from Dakota Credit Union Association's President & CEO Joe Keller to honor the chapter's leadership and the credit unions that serve the community. Please RSVP to Yvonne Fossen.

Thursday, October 8 | 5:30 p.m. in Rugby
Bank Robbery Training with John McCullough with Detective Todd Riedinger will provide practical guidance to help credit union leaders and employees strengthen readiness, coordination, prevention, and response to financial crimes and robbery incidents. Please RSVP to Yvonne Fossen.
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​​ViClarity's Q3 Town Hall - SARs & CTRs: Let's Work Through It!
Webinar: September 23, 2026 | 2 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. CT  
BSA reporting isn't always black and white. Knowing when to file a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) or Currency Transaction Report (CTR), and what information examiners expect to see, remains a challenge for many institutions. Join ViClarity Compliance Specialists for an interactive workshop that uses real-world scenarios to strengthen your reporting skills, test your knowledge, and build confidence in your compliance decisions. Register here.

Momentum 2026
Join Corporate Central October 13–15, 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Madison East in Madison, Wisconsin for three days of insight, connection, and forward-thinking conversations built for credit unions.
 While the full agenda is still coming together, Momentum 2026 will feature:
• Timely education focused on today’s challenges and opportunities
• Meaningful networking with peers and industry partners
• The return of Casino Night, back by popular demand
Learn More and Register Today.

​Save the Date: International Credit Union Day – October 15, 2026
International Credit Union Day is almost here! Join the global credit union movement in celebrating the people, purpose and impact of credit unions on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Learn more about this year's celebration, theme, and ways to showcase your CU pride. Click here for more information.

Gallup FCU Now Hiring Credit Union Manager
Gallup Federal Credit Union is seeking a hands-on Credit Union Manager to lead day-to-day operations, oversee accounting and financial reporting, ensure regulatory compliance, develop a small team, and strengthen member financial wellbeing. A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and at least five years of accounting experience in a credit union or banking environment are required, with management or leadership experience preferred. Click here for more information or to apply.
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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, Chief Operating Officer at 701.250.3942.
 
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