Develop and Lead in 2026

Looking to strengthen your team in 2026? Don’t miss our lineup of sales training, leadership development, and ongoing professional education.

Sales Training Opportunity Continues in 2026!
Following strong engagement and feedback from our membership, the Dakota Credit Union Association (DakCU) is continuing to offer one of our most in-demand training resources: SalesCU, a proven sales development program tailored specifically for credit unions. This training has been a valuable resource for teams across the Dakotas, supporting everyone from front-line staff to department, branch, and call center leaders.
 
With more than 24 years of credit union–specific experience, SalesCU provides practical, real-world sales techniques that help employees deliver meaningful value to members, while giving leaders the tools to coach confidently and drive performance through accountability and development.
 
Consider the following:

• Looking for practical and proven credit union sales techniques that truly work?
• Want engaging online training that fits your team’s schedule?
• Need content tailored for both sales staff and supervisors?
• Hoping for affordable, flexible training options?
• Interested in one year of post-program bonus content to keep the momentum going?

Learn more and register here, or contact George McDonald, Interim President/CEO for additional information.
 
Additional Leadership Development Opportunities in 2026
iLead@11 – DakCU Emerging Leader Program
This ongoing program is designed to support rising leaders across the credit union industry. Scholarships are available to help offset the cost. With more than a dozen successful graduates already, this program continues to grow each year. Start dates are ongoing register when it works for you and progress at your own pace. Learn more here.
 
Crash the Summit – 2026
To engage more young professionals across the Dakotas (age 35 and under), our 2026 Annual Summit will once again feature a high-energy Crasher experience. Participants will hear from top industry speakers, expand their knowledge of the credit union movement, and build meaningful professional connections. More details will be shared soon stay tuned!
 
Ongoing Education Throughout the Year
DakCU continues to offer a robust lineup of cost-effective webinars and virtual training from trusted solution providers and industry experts. Designed to support volunteers, staff, and leadership teams, these sessions make it easy to continue learning without leaving your office.
 
Browse current offerings and if there’s a specific training need your credit union would like addressed, let us know. We’re here to help find the right solution.