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GROWTH Conference Sept. 20-22 in Virginia Beach; Data Expert Anne Legg Featured Keynoter

This year’s GROWTH Conference will feature keynote presenter Anne Legg, an award-winning, internationally recognized credit union data strategist, change agent, author, and educator. She is the founder and principal of THRIVE, a data activation consultancy that educates, accelerates, and elevates credit unions in their pursuit of data to improve their members' lives.

Virginia Credit Union League, Dynamic Quest in New Partnership to Provide CUs with IT Assistance

Recognizing credit unions’ need to manage increasingly complex digital environments, the Virginia Credit Union League is pleased to announce its new partnership with Dynamic Quest, a managed information technology service provider, specializing in delivering stable, secure and reliable IT solutions.

League Announces Scholarship Winner for AACUC 25th Annual Conference

The African American Credit Union Coalition (AACUC) will hold its 25th Anniversary Annual Conference July 16-20 at the Atlanta Evergreen Resort. The Virginia Credit Union League provides a scholarship to a credit union professional or volunteer to attend the conference. This year's scholarship winner is Chartway Credit Union's Melisande Corlett.

#iLoveMyCreditUnion Social Media Campaign Set for July 28

It's back! The 3rd annual credit union social media blitz, the #ILoveMyCreditUnion initiative, is set to take place on July 28. #ILoveMyCreditUnion Day is an opportunity to share on social media why you love credit unions using the hashtag #ILoveMyCreditUnion. Sign up today and encourage your members and staff to share their stories on July 28!

DEADLINE TODAY: Report Your Financial Education Efforts By July 14

DEADLINE TODAY. Your financial education efforts have never been more critical than they are right now. From community efforts to school initiatives, your work is vital in shifting the trajectory of financial literacy among young people. Please report your financial education efforts to the Credit Union Financial Education Network! Your efforts and reporting help the League showcase our financial education story to lawmakers and others.

EARLY BIRD DEADLINE TODAY: Leagues, CUNA to Co-Host Small CU Conference

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DEADLINE TODAY. Coming this September: Your League is proud to co-present the Southeast Small Credit Union Conference! Curated specifically for the executives and board members of smaller shops, this low-cost event will focus heavily on generating income, loan-growth strategies, improving your bottom line, and ROA.

Discovery Conference Set for Aug. 10

Discovery2023 will focus on delivering engaging thought leadership content centered around the challenges and opportunities that resonate with credit union leaders and executives. Gain insights to fuel your strategic planning initiatives as we near the end of 2023 and head into 2024.

TRGroup, Virginia League Plan Compliance, HR Conferences This September in Nashville

Your League is excited to participate in the TRGroup Compliance and Risk Management Conference & the TRGroup Human Resources Conference, being held Sept. 27 and 28 in Nashville, TN. These conferences will showcase a full range of informative, educational sessions on critical, timely issues related to compliance, risk management, cyber security, and Human Resources.

NCUA to Host Aug. 2 Webinar on New Cyber Incident Reporting Rule

Credit unions can get valuable information on the National Credit Union Administration’s new cyber incident notifications rule on an Aug. 2 webinar hosted by the agency.

In Other News …

• Carrie's Diary Post: Mrs. Peacock in the Library with the ... (League password required. Register here.)
• Richmond-Area EPN Event Slated for July 19
• CUs, League Hosting Legislative Receptions in August
• Tidewater Chapter Hosting 'Night at the Ball Park' to Celebrate 'I Love My Credit Union'
• Credit Union Advisory Council Applications Due July 16
• House Committee Cuts $45.4M From CDFI Fund; Senate Maintains Funding
• Provide Full Funding for CDFI and CDRLF Funds, FinCEN, NAFCU Tells Congress
• Senate Bill That Would Require NCUA, Regulators to Conduct Study on Barriers is Introduced
• What the End of Admission Preferences Means for CUs, Banks (American Banker subscription may be required)
• Crypto Scores a Key Legal Victory in Long-Running Regulatory Feud
• Industry Economists: Time Is Nigh for Fed to Stop Raising Rates
• Treasury Announces Andrea Gacki as New FinCEN Director
• Biden Administration to Wipe Out $39 Billion in Student Loans for 800,000 Borrowers (Wall Street Journal subscription may be required)