Marketing & Communication Awards

DakCU recognizes Explorers, First Community, North Star, and Capital on their public relations and communication efforts in three unique areas. 

Each year, the Dakota Credit Union Association (DakCU) recognizes achievements within our Dakota credit union community by presenting prestigious honors at the Awards Banquet during the annual DakCU Summit. This year, the following Dakota credit unions were recognized for their outstanding accomplishments in the areas of marketing and communication within two asset categories.

Photo above shows Explorers CU staff receiving their awards from DakCU President/CEO Jeff Olson. 
 
Complete Marketing Campaign. This award recognizes an outstanding marketing, advertising, public relations, or member outreach or promotion campaign.
 

• Explorers CU, Yankton, SD ($26M to $125M in assets)
• First Community CU, Jamestown, ND ($126M and up) 

 
Social Media Campaign. This award recognizes a credit union’s use of one or more social networks as a campaign centerpiece.
 

• Explorers CU, Yankton, SD ($26M to $125M in assets)
• North Star Community CU, Maddock, ND ($126M and up)
  
  

Printed Marketing Campaign. This award recognizes print ads, magazines, newspapers, annual reports, and mailings that a credit union uses in any communications efforts.
 

• Explorers CU, Yankton, SD ($26M to $125M in assets)
• Capital CU, Bismarck, ND ($126M and up) 

                             L to R: Capital CU, First Community CU, and North Star CCU receive awards during Summit.