Dakota CU News & Notes

​Looking for a new home for a FREE teller station! Plus, a complimentary webinar on critical overdraft issues, and other announcements you don’t want to miss. 

FREE Teller Station!
M-O FCU is closing their one-person office in the local federal building at the end of September and is offering the existing teller station FREE to a good home! Item measures approximately 11' side to side (129” across to be exact). Includes cubbies/privacy walls. First come first serve – you haul! Located in Huron, SD. Contact Tiffanie Kouf with any questions at [email protected] or (605) 353-9977. Photos below. 

Five Critical Overdraft Issues
Credit unions face mounting pressure to balance delivering exceptional service and safeguarding financial stability. With the anticipation of the CFPB's rule on overdrafts and growing market competition, the stakes have never been higher. Hear from leading experts to gain insights into some of the pivotal questions shaping overdraft services during this free webinar on Tuesday, September 17 at 2:00 p.m. (CT). Are overdrafts going away? How can my CU refine its overdraft strategy while prioritizing safety and soundness? Is lowering our overdraft fee enough? How can we develop a break-even analysis related to overdrafts? What market pressures could influence the future of overdrafts? If you are seeking answers, register here today compliments of ADVANTAGE.
 
Central Chapter Meeting
The Central Chapter has scheduled their next meeting for Tuesday, September 17, at GiGi’s in Huron. Meet at 6:00 p.m. for dinner and a presentation on cybersecurity by Nick Podhradsky with SBS Cybersecurity. Kindly RSVP by September 9 to [email protected] or 605-352-1311.
 
New Ideas Conference
Join us on September 24-25 in Bismarck for DakCU’s 2024 New Ideas Conference! This event is flowing with the latest information you need to propel your credit union towards even greater success and engagement! We guarantee you will leave excited, invigorated, and inspired with new concepts, as well as actionable steps and key takeaways that you can implement at your organization immediately. Register by Thursday, August 15, for just $329 per person and save $50! Deadline to register is Friday, September 13. REGISTER NOW!
 
Check Out the FinHealth Hub!
The National Credit Union Foundation’s FinHealth Hub houses many resources on financial well-being! You can find a plethora of information and sign up for FREE Hub access here. Be sure to check out the upcoming free webinars on financial well-being topics!
 
FREE Holiday Signs
DakCU has an assortment of messages for upcoming 2024-2025 federal holidays FREE for your use on your credit union branch doors, websites, and social media. The signs can be downloaded here. If you need a different size and/or format, don’t hesitate to contact Lindsey Hefta at 701.250.3968.
 
SWAP Contributors – FREE Job Postings on Try a Credit Union!
Contributing SWAP members have access to FREE job postings on the Try A Credit Union website! To have a job posted, contact Lindsey Hefta with your job description and she will be happy to assist you. The successful results we are seeing with our state-wide awareness program (SWAP) means we are increasing credit union awareness and consideration of credit unions as a better financial services option for consumers all across the Dakotas! It’s not too late to get on board for 2024. Contact Lindsey to find out how SWAP can reach more consumers in your area.
 
SalesCU Training
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 empowered to drive results through developmental coaching and meaningful accountability, we have an award-winning solution for you! Additional information on upcoming sessions available here or contact George McDonald, Chief Officer of Strategic Services at 701.250.3942.
 
Leadership Development
Our iLead@11 DakCU Emerging Leader Program is designed specifically for credit union professionals in the credit union industry interested in enhancing their careers for advancement. Based on the popular Leadership@11 program designed by Eleven Performance Group, it is an ongoing program that allows participants to start whenever they want and determine their own pace. For a limited time, reduced pricing of just $1,999 per person and scholarships are also available! Learn more here.
 
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