Dakota CU News & Notes

​Career opportunity as Explorers CU is now seeking a Director of Marketing! Plus, a FREE webinar on personalizing the lending experience; and much more. 

Explorers CU Seeking Director of Marketing
Explorers Credit Union, based in Yankton, South Dakota, is seeking a self-motivated, high achiever to lead their marketing department and drive the credit union's growth and success. The ideal candidate will have a passion for people and a proven track record of developing and executing marketing strategies that have successfully increased brand awareness, member acquisition, and growth. If you are a driven marketing professional with a passion for driving growth and innovation, you are encouraged to apply for the Director of Marketing position today at explorerscu.com/careers. Join the team and help us take this credit union to the next level! Please note: this is an in-person position that requires you to work out of the Yankton location. Questions? Contact April Tompkins, CEO.
 
FREE Webinar – Personalizing the Lending Experience with AI
From a simple google search to Amazon recommendations to Netflix browsing to Uber rides - AI is already embedded in our lives and shaping our experiences. However, AI in lending is still far from becoming mainstream. Credit experience and availability for members did not significantly improve despite advances in technology and data availability. However, this is where AI offers exciting opportunities. Approving more members, providing them with the right credit products, and providing guidance as they move through their financial lives - from buying cars to saving and investing - lines up perfectly with any lender's mission. ​
 
In this session with Scienaptic, we'll unravel the vast benefits AI offers in credit underwriting. Join us on Wednesday, July 31, at 1:00 p.m. (CT) to gain insights from AI experts and Credit Union leaders who will share firsthand experiences on how AI has revolutionized their loan decision processes, enhancing the overall member experience for those often left at the margins. Additional information and registration available here.
 
President/CEO Opportunity in Fargo
Fargo Public Schools Federal Credit Union is now seeking their next President/CEO. The credit union has $56 million in assets and serves over 2,300 members; supported by the Fargo Public School system, it has a healthy foundation to build upon. Duties include developing a strategic plan to lead a team forward in growth. This individual will maintain the strong financial structure of the credit union and have a strong foundation in analyzing and interpreting financial data. Application deadline is August 15, 2024.  Click here for additional information; email resumes to: Karla Volrath at [email protected] with CEO Position in the subject line.
 
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
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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