Dakota CU News & Notes

Tiffanie Kouf named Ambassador of the Year; GEM Federal CU holds successful recycle event, and several job opportunities for credit union professionals. 

​Tiffanie Kouf Named Ambassador of the Year
Tiffanie Kouf, Marketing Coordinator at M-O Federal Credit Union (Huron, SD) was recently awarded the 2020 Ambassador of the Year award from the Huron Chamber and Visitors Bureau.  This is the first time the Huron Chamber has given this award.  Tiffanie commented, “I feel extremely honored to receive this recognition, and thank everyone for the support you’ve shown!”  Tiffanie has served the last 11 years as an Ambassador, and currently serves as the President of the Huron Chamber Ambassadors committee.  Congratulations Tiffanie! 

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​GEM FCU Holds Recycle Event
GEM Federal Credit Union held their first ever recycle event for members on Saturday, May 1st.  From 9:00 a.m. to noon the credit union provided Kalix bins for shred items and ReStore of Minot accepted gently used household goods. The event was the weekend before Minot’s city-wide cleanup and was a huge success!  

1st Liberty FCU Seeking Branch Supervisor
1st Liberty FCU is seeking a Branch Supervisor for their Grand Forks Downtown Branch.  This position will supervise and direct the operations of a small branch for a full-service credit union.  Duties include overseeing operational, accounting, marketing and loan processes, responsible for loan underwriting and lending decisions, building deposits and loan relationships, promoting sales of products/services; and retaining and building relationships with members.  Will also recruit, hire, train, coach, mentor and supervise support staff, and monitor facility and equipment needs.  Prefer business degree or equivalent in business, finance, economics or a related field from an accredited college or university, and two years of leadership and managerial experience.  To apply, please submit resume to Jamie Jacobs, H.R. Director, 1st Liberty Federal Credit Union, P.O. Box 5002, Great Falls, MT 59403 or email to jamie.jacobs@1stliberty.org.
 
United Savings CU Seeking Consumer/Mortgage Lender
United Savings Credit Union has an opening for a full-time Consumer/Mortgage Lender for their Detroit Lakes office.  This position requires a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with a passion for helping people.  Responsibilities include working directly with members; taking and processing consumer and mortgage loan applications; reviewing credit reports; processing loan documents; back up teller duties and other duties as assigned.  No experience necessary, banking or finance background preferred.  Wage based on experience.  Submit your resume to United Savings Credit Union, Attn: Bonnie Mohr, PO Box 2308, Fargo, ND 58108 or United Savings Credit Union, Attn: Caroline Gerner, PO Box 1309, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 or by email to bonnie@unitedsavingscu.org or caroline@unitedsavingscu.org.  Questions can be directed to Bonnie Mohr at 701-356-1364 or Caroline Gerner at 218-844-1163.
 
Credit Unions United Chapter Meeting
The Credit Unions United Chapter has scheduled their Annual Meeting for Tuesday, May 11 at The Grand Ballroom - 1505 N Broadway, Minot ND.  Meet at 6:00 p.m. for Social followed by dinner and program “Flawsome” provided by Nanci Wilson, University Federal Credit Union.  RSVP to Susan Bergman, GEM Federal Credit Union 701-852-3866.  
 
Maurie C. Byrne Chapter Meeting
The Maurie C. Byrne Chapter Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 18, hosted by Area Community Credit Union.  Meet at the Eagles Club – 227 10th Street NW – East Grand Forks, MN at 6:00 p.m. for Social, followed by Dinner Buffet (Roast Turkey, Baked Ham, Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Corn and Lettuce Salad - $28.75 per person) and meeting to follow.  Program will be Robbery Preparedness Training by the East Grand Forks Police Department.  Kindly RSVP to Lonny Nygren.
 
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