Last Call for Summit Crashers!

​DakCU has an amazing opportunity for young professionals to attend our Annual Summit as Crashers – with free conference registration!  

Are you interested in growing your career in the credit union industry? Would you like to expand your network and gain some professional connections? Dakota Credit Union Association (DakCU) is offering an amazing experience!
 
Once again, in the interest of engaging more credit union young professionals, our Annual Summit will feature a Crasher opportunity for those age 35 or under! If you are chosen as a Crasher, you may attend the Summit with no registration fees, where you will have the opportunity to take in top industry speakers, gain valuable insight about the credit union movement, expand your knowledge, and enhance your professional development and network.
 
For the third consecutive year, Christopher Morris, Engagement Consultant at America’s Credit Unions will be leading our group as Crasher Facilitator and Mentor. Christopher earned his Credit Union Development Educator (CUDE) designation in 2005 and has helped lead the transformational CUDE Training for hundreds of credit union professionals as a mentor and facilitator for over a dozen programs. He has led communications for the National Credit Union Foundation; received the “Trailblazer” award from CU Times; and was profiled as a “CU Rock Star” by Credit Union Magazine. He is an extremely talented, enthusiastic, and trained credit union professional – not to mention, an all-around great guy!
 
“We are thrilled to have Christopher Morris as our Crasher Facilitator again this year,” stated Jeff Olson, DakCU President/CEO. “Our staff has benefited from his knowledge in our strategic planning meetings, as well as numerous credit union events that we have hosted over the past several years. We know those who are selected as Crashers for our 2024 Summit will leave feeling reinvigorated, as well as more knowledgeable about our industry. The best way to build our credit unions and the movement is get the younger leaders involved, and this is a great opportunity for those interesting in building their careers.”
 
Click here to apply no later than March 29, 2024. Space is limited. Therefore, DakCU reserves the right to close applications early depending on the number of responses. Due to high demand again this year, we strongly encourage you to submit your applications early!

Crashers will be announced in the Memo early in April. 

This year’s Summit will be held May 14 – 16 at Grand Falls Casino & Golf Resort near Sioux Falls. Complete conference agenda and speaker lineup available here.
 
*Crashers receive FREE Registration, made possible by your Dakota Credit Union Association and our trusted strategic partner, Millennium Corporate. That’s a $479 value! The only costs Crashers and their credit union will endure are hotel and travel expenses.
 
*It is your responsibility to reserve a room by calling 712.777.7777. Mention “Dakota Credit Union Summit” to receive the group rate starting at $124.95.
 
*Please contact George McDonald if you have questions about our Crasher opportunity.