Large Turnout for Annual State Gov’t Affairs Conference
On January 27, over 270 credit union professionals from across Wisconsin shared The Credit Union Difference with their elected officials at The League’s annual State Government Affairs Conference in Madison. During those meetings, attendees shared their support for legislation to prevent financial fraud, strengthen financial literacy education, and rein in predatory lending practices.
It’s the International Year of Cooperatives!
The United Nations has declared 2025 the International Year of Cooperatives, highlighting how cooperatives build a better world through their vital role in sustainable development, inclusive growth, and strengthening community resilience. As not-for-profit cooperatives, credit unions are uniquely equipped to foster financial well-being for all through their adherence to the seven Cooperative Principles originally adopted by The International Cooperative Alliance and an emerging eighth cooperative principle set by the National Credit Union Foundation and America’s Credit Unions.
CUs in the News
Whether it’s giving back, awarding scholarships, or fostering financial literacy (and so much more), here’s how Wisconsin’s credit unions support their members and communities– a monthly series.
Latest News
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Over 1,000 Credit Union Fans Attend Corporate Central and The League’s Credit Union Day at the Ballpark
Under: Press Release
On Sunday, July 14, Corporate Central and The League hosted Credit Union Day at the Ballpark, a fundraising event to benefit Children’s Miracle Network, The Wisconsin Credit Union Foundation, and The National Credit Union Foundation.
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Put Your Contributions to the Movement in the Spotlight
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CUNA & The League are accepting applications for the annual national and state awards program through June 30.
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The Digital Imperative
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Consumer behavior is telling companies that they want and need fast, easy and simple solutions to manage their busy lives.
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Another Successful Convention! Board Chair’s Opening Remarks
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Thank you to all the attendees and exhibitors who took time out of their busy schedules to join us at The League’s Annual Convention & Expo last week in Lake Geneva! Over 500 members from credit unions across the state took part in our various educational, networking, social, and fundraising events.
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$4,000 Awarded in Wisconsin Saver’s Sweepstakes™ Quarterly Drawing
Under: CU Difference, CUs in the News, Press Release, Saver's Sweepstakes
Four Wisconsin credit union members—including a 12-year-old from Wood County—have been awarded $1,000 apiece just for saving their own money in the Saver’s Sweepstakes™ program’s quarterly drawing.
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How Community Lenders Can Recruit the Best Mortgage Loan Officers
Under: Lending & Collections, System Vendor
As the home buying season ramps up, now is the time to ensure your financial institution is fully staffed with motivated, successful mortgage loan officers who will take your business to the next level.
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2019 HYPE at Convention Attendees Announced
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Twenty Young Professionals (YPs) have been chosen to participate in HYPE – “Helping Young Professionals Engage” this May when Wisconsin credit unions gather in Lake Geneva for Convention- our largest learning and networking event of the year.
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LenderSelect Mortgage Group Announces VA Mini-Correspondent Delivery
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LenderSelect Mortgage Group is proud to announce the offering of VA loans through its mini-correspondent delivery channel. This channel enables new opportunities for competitive pricing, while also providing a better overall borrower experience throughout the loan process.
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Beyond IT: How to Create an Organization-Wide Cybersecurity Culture
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Employees may unintentionally cause data breaches by clicking on a phishing email or inadvertently downloading a malicious document or access a link on their work computer that allows hackers access to your system.Faced with such challenges, credit unions must make cybersecurity part of the company culture.
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Google, Amazon, Apple and [Insert Your Name Here]: Three Ways to Address Technology and Training Needs to Overcome Emerging Fintech Challenge
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There is no shortage of speculation on the number of trends and types of challenges that lie ahead for credit unions and community banks in the coming months.