 Mindy Howard Highmark FCU announces New Staff & Leadership Promotions Highmark FCU (Rapid City, SD) is pleased to announce the following new staff and leadership promotions. Mindy Howard, President-elect, Rapid City, SD – Mindy was born and raised in Rapid City. She loves traveling with her family and exploring new activities with them, such as bouldering and ballroom dancing. She has worked at Highmark in several different roles ranging from teller to operations, since first hired in 1997. She has been blessed to grow with Highmark for over 25 years. She is very excited to see what her time and experience will allow her to do as a leader with the credit union as they move into the future.  Dan Johnson Dan Johnson, Chief Experience Officer, Gillette, WY – A graduate of the University of Wyoming, Dan has been working in the banking industry in Gillette for over 30 years. His expertise lies in collections, consumer lending, consulting and in right-sizing financial institutions to set them up for success. He is a graduate of the Gillette Area Leadership Institute and is an active member and former president of the Gillette Energizers. Dan has a passion for his local community, and he’s also a proud new grandpa!  Heather Snyder Heather Snyder, Market Manager, Spearfish, SD – With over 6 years of credit union experience, Heather is thrilled to join Highmark Credit Union. Her expertise spans BSA compliance, marketing, member services, and management support. She has a strong dedication to the credit union philosophy of “people helping people.” Being a part of the Spearfish community is exciting for her especially because as a climber and hiker, she shares its love of the outdoors. She looks forward to contributing to the success of Highmark, the Spearfish community, and building meaningful relationships with Highmark members.  Kelly Milliken Kelly Milliken, Branch Manager, Belle Fourche, SD – Kelly joins Highmark with a wealth of member/customer service experience, having worked more than 19 years in the banking industry. She was born and raised in Wyoming but has called South Dakota her home for the last 24 years. She has been married to her husband, Jamie, for 6 years and has 2 grown children, Connor 22, and Chloe 18. She and Jamie enjoy golfing, traveling, camping, and supporting the Belle Fourche community through various boards they serve on. She is excited to be part of the Highmark team.  Kelsey Opitz Kelsey Opitz, Market Manager, Rapid City & Custer, SD – A graduate of Stevens High School in Rapid City, Kelsey was raised in the great Black Hills and started her financial career as a teller. She has been working in the credit union industry for almost twelve years. Kelsey adds, “It’s been a passion of mine to contribute to the community and financial health for all. You can find me hiking and paddle boarding during the wonderful summer nights”  Aaron Prochazka Aaron Prochazka, Chief Administrative Officer – After receiving his bachelor’s degree in accounting from Metropolitan State University of Denver, Aaron held accounting jobs in many different industries including hospitality, healthcare, and commercial farming. With more than 12 years of accounting experience across multiple industries, he says he has “truly found my passion with the credit union industry, which I have been a part of for 8 years.” Aaron is most excited about the “people helping people” aspect of the credit union movement. From a young age he has always enjoyed saving money, and teaching others how to be financially responsible. Aaron has been involved with United Way Day of Caring, Rapid City Young Professionals group, and has taught Junior Achievement for the last two years. Aaron lives in Piedmont South Dakota with his wife Lauren, two-year-old son, Hank, and his two German Shorthair Pointers, River & Jimmy. Levo CU Seeking Commercial Loan Officer
Levo Credit Union (Sioux Falls, SD) is currently seeking a commercial loan officer that will proactively build, develop, and manage their commercial loan portfolio. In this role, you will work to increase and maintain the credit union’s asset quality by developing new and existing business relationships. You're a trusted voice for our members and will identify and align new and existing loan members with additional products and services. After one year, you'll know you are successful if: You developed and maintained credible relationships with members; you have been instrumental in developing quality loans for the commercial portfolio and supporting business development efforts; you can provide feedback on approving or denying loans and demonstrate the ability to explore options for members when loans are denied; and you perform work responsibilities consistent with the Business Loan Policy, Lending Procedures, and compliance requirements of the credit union. Being a part of Levo means being part of an organization where people matter—not just their money. What we do daily makes a difference in the lives of others and the community we love by offering financial tools and services that fit modern life, providing expert advice, and listening and helping members chart their next steps. To thrive in this role, you should have at least 3-5 years of experience as a commercial or business loan officer and feel comfortable soliciting new business and maintaining current business relationships. A bachelor's degree or achievement of formal certifications recognized in the industry as equivalent is required, and ongoing education or training may be required. Apply here and contact Ashley Paulson, Human Resources Manager, with any questions. TruStage Discovery 2024 Conference Registration is open for the Discovery2024 Conference with TruStage. This annual virtual conference is your gateway to strategic industry insights you need to help navigate the evolving financial landscape and the diverse needs of members. The free event takes place on Thursday, August 8, 9:00 a.m. (CT) – 4:00 p.m. (CT). Join this valuable virtual conference to uncover actionable data and trends designed to empower your credit union to engage with members in digital, yet profoundly human-centered, ways. Click here to register and review the full agenda. FREE Holiday Signs July 4th is just around the corner! 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. PAC Golf Outings Support your state’s GAC committees by attending one of the upcoming golf outings. Both events are to generate funds for the corresponding state’s PAC. The North Dakota event takes place on Thursday, June 20th at Memorial Park Country Club in Lamoure, ND. South Dakota’s Par for the PAC is scheduled for Thursday, July 18, at Lead Country Club in Lead, SD. Please contact John Alexander (ND) or Chesney Garnos (SD) with any questions. Your support will help advance our advocacy efforts towards a more favorable legislative and regulatory environment for credit unions. ViClarity Q2 Town Hall Webinar – Hot Topics & Upcoming Rules Review Join ViClarity on June 26 at 1:00 p.m. (CT) for a free town hall webinar exploring the latest trends and challenges in fraud, cybersecurity and fair lending. Learn about strategies to assist with fraud prevention, gain a better understanding of cybersecurity vulnerabilities, and ensure your credit union maintains adherence to fair lending regulations. There will also be a of review upcoming rules and regulations from NCUA and other agencies that impact credit unions. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and stay ahead of upcoming changes in an ever-evolving compliance environment. Register Here. Recording will be available to league members following the live event. Maurie C. Byrne Chapter Meeting The Maurie C. Byrne Chapter is holding their next meeting on Thursday, June 20. Meet at 6:00 p.m. for social at Grand Forks Country Club with dinner (Taco bar) to follow. The evening’s topic will be Leadership & Community with Grand Forks Mayor, Brandon Bochenski. Kindly RSVP to Connie Johnston by June 13th. Credit Unions United Chapter Pool Party The Credit Unions United Chapter is planning their annual pool party on Tuesday, June 25, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. at Roosevelt Park Pool & Slide in Minot, ND. Families are invited to join and prizes will be given away. In case of inclement weather, contact your credit union or listen to local radio stations for cancellation notice. 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 2024 dates are available for SalesCU workshops. 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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