CURRENT Newsletter | May 9, 2023

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CUs, League Hold Virtual Meeting with Rep. Wittman

Credit union advocates from BayPort Credit Union, Henrico Federal Credit Union, Langley Federal Credit Union, NavyFed, and Topside Federal Credit Union joined the League in a virtual meeting with Congressman Rob Wittman (R -1) on May 4.

Voting for Primary Elections Has Begun; Here's What You Need to Know

Early voting for Virginia’s June 20 primary election began May 5. As we reported earlier, 44 primary races will be taking place throughout Virginia. Some of these races see newcomers running against long-time incumbents, other races have all new faces and only a couple pit incumbents against each other.

Richmond-Area CUs Hit the Links for VACUPAC

Sixty golfers teed off in the Richmond-area Bill Dawson VACUPAC Golf Tournament on May 9. Hosted and organized by Henrico Federal Credit Union, the annual fundraiser supports the Virginia Credit Union Political Action Committee (VACUPAC), the political action committee for Virginia-based credit unions.

VACUPAC Wine-Tasting & Networking Lunch Set for May 24; Registration Deadline May 14

We’re pleased to announce a new private wine-tasting and networking event at IGNITE 2023 (hosted at the Williamsburg Winery), which will benefit the Virginia Credit Union Political Action Committee! Although this event is part of IGNITE 2023, you don’t need to be registered for IGNITE to attend the Lunch! VACUPAC is the non-partisan PAC of Virginia-based credit unions, which supports lawmakers and political candidates who support credit unions! Deadline to register is May 14. Sponsorship opportunities are available, as well … see below.

Last Chance: Sponsors Needed By May 10 for VACUPAC Golf Challenge, Lunch at Williamsburg Winery

Sponsorships are critical to the success of the VACUPAC Golf Challenge and our inaugural VACUPAC Wine-Tasting and Networking Lunch! Please consider supporting our advocacy work through your sponsorship of these two May 24 events!

EMERGE Leadership Module May 24: Learn How to Lead Strategically, Communicate With Impact

The leader is the key to the success of any team. The leader shapes the culture, focus, and direction of the team and sets the expectation. The performance of any team is the direct result of the effectiveness of its leader. Through this workshop, leaders will learn how to shape employee mindset, develop effective behaviors, coach to skills, and improve results through coaching and accountability. While this May 24 in-person event is part of our EMERGE Leadership Certification, anyone can attend!

In Other News …

• CUs Must Have Parity with Banks in Deposit Reform Legislation
• EPN Networking Event at Precarious Beer Project May 24
• CU Directors: Registration Now Open for SE Regional Directors’ Conference
• Get Recognized for Your Good Works in Community Involvement, Financial Education and Member Service
• Register Now for NCUA’s May 18 Webinar on Elder Financial Abuse
• CUNA Mutual Group Discovery Conference Set for Aug. 10