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Financial Literacy for Board Members As part of NCUA financial literacy requirements, all FCU directors, including existing directors, must have the ability to read and understand a credit union balance sheet and income statement, as well as have at least a working familiarity with basic finance and accounting practices, and to ask, as appropriate, substantive questions of management and the internal and external auditors. Beyond Account Basics Webinar Credit unions are routinely faced with vexing issues involving non-natural person entities, such as trusts and business entities. It is also becoming more and more common to be faced with power of attorney and other fiduciary representatives of members. Tom Leduc will provide the foundation for an understanding of these challenging situations to help avoid the pitfalls they present. Register Online at: https://mcul.cuveventreg.com/web/?event=2012ACCTBASICSWEB How to Compete with Car Dealer Financing Tactics It is not uncommon for credit unions to have issues with auto dealerships being somewhat aggressive about wanting to provide members dealer financing options. So what can credit union staffers do and say to not feel bullied by auto sales people, while still being professional and serving the best interests of members to deliver a credit union loan? There is no reason to feel uncomfortable about explaining how the benefits of a credit union auto loan stack-up against other financer's. This session will lay it out on the table and provide staff the tools needed to: Protecting Members from Elder Fraud Exploiting the elderly out of their life long savings and property is far more than stealing material items, it goes deeper. It is the THEFT OF THEIR DIGNITY. What Board Members Need to Know Once an individual agrees to join a credit union's board of directors, they may begin to wonder what they've gotten themselves into. This insightful webinar will address economic challenges, the regulatory environment and actions by government agencies that directors need to understand? It will clarify what the NCUA really means by board members financial literacy and how to develop it (or prove that volunteers were trained). And it will provide specific ideas to help create a positive relationship with management while fulfilling responsibilities as a board member. How to Write Great Copy: Tips for Snappy Advertising Successful marketing requires successful writing. However, writing great copy is sometimes a laborious task. Take the drudgery out of writing by learning secrets to great copy. Attendees will learn practical tips to help improve your ads, flyers, web sites, brochures and other printed material. As a credit union marketing executive and winner of multiple communication awards, Arnold provides insights to this critical marketing function. This session covers: Strategies to Boost Your ROA It is no secret that during these unsure economic times, most organizations have seen a dramatic dip in their return on assets ratio (ROA) and net worth capital. While credit unions have fared better than the competition, the economy has had a negative affect as well. Compliance Information for Branch Managers From the creator and producer of the 'Current Issues in Credit Unions' podcast, participants will hear about the latest updates in the compliance world as they relate to the responsibilities of a credit union branch manager. Topics may include the SAFE Act, sales of non-deposit investments, increase director responsibilities and member business loans. One or more of these topics may change given the unpredictable and volatile regulatory landscape. Plan now to hear details about the latest compliance issues credit union branch managers should understand. Mobile Banking - The Wave of the Future What was once a cool idea is slowly becoming mainstream. The average consumer is finding mobile banking easier to work with and the next generation sees it no other way. Mobile banking, the past, the present and the future. It is getting really easy thanks to the native applications that are inundating the market place. With 25 new tablets entering the market this year, it will become even more prolific than it has been in the past. Learn about the changes and what you should prepare for in 2012 and beyond. BSA for Frontline Staff It is important for frontline staff to understand the importance and what is involved with keeping their credit union in compliance. Credit unions are increasingly caught between stricter regulations concerning member data and increasingly broad powers of government to acquire this data. During this webinar, frontline staff will learn the latest trends from FINCEN and NCUA, how to identify 'Suspicious Activity Report' and 'Currency Transaction Report' events, timetables and penalties and how to assign appropriate levels of BSA resources using a risk based analysis. At a basic level, this session will cover the Bank Secrecy Act so that frontline staff can use this knowledge to keep their credit unions in compliance in this important area of law. Credit Union Star Wars: Technology Strategy & Planning With the 21st century well underway, credit unions can no longer wait to embrace technology. How can credit unions incorporate technology? As a credit union technology executive, this session provides information on how your credit union can brace itself for the rapid pace of technological changes. The session covers: Verifying Borrower Income Using Tax Returns It is a tough economy out there. Understanding the true cash flow of borrowers is as important today as it has ever been. This webinar will help take the mystery out of borrower’s personal income tax returns. No more guessing how much cash income your borrower is really earning. Overestimating the income from a tax return can lead to approving a weak loan that could eventually cost tens of thousands of dollars. Underestimating income on a tax return can lead to denying good loans that should be granted in this tough economy. Take this time to learn the process of analyzing personal income tax returns in a simple and understandable manner with quality instruction and frequent examples. BSA for Volunteers Credit unions are increasingly caught between stricter regulations concerning member data and increasingly broad powers of government to acquire this data. During this webinar, volunteers will learn the latest trends from FINCEN and NCUA, how to identify 'Suspicious Activity Report' and 'Currency Transaction Report' events, timetables and penalties and how to assign appropriate levels of BSA resources using a risk based analysis. At this level, this session will cover the Bank Secrecy Act so that volunteers can use this knowledge to keep their credit unions in compliance in this important area of law. Beginner Collections This webinar focuses on the nuts and bolts of an effective collections program. The current credit crunch is having a negative impact on many credit union members. Is your collections staff ready to help both the member and the credit union weather the storm? Now, more than ever, communication is the key to an effective collections strategy. A good collector will fashion a win/win scenario with each interaction. Join us for an interactive, operationally focused session that builds on practical experience and provides creative tools for assisting members in financial need, while creating a more effective collections process within the credit union. BSA for Management/CEO Credit unions are increasingly caught between stricter regulations concerning member data and increasingly broad powers of government to acquire this data. During this webinar, CEOs and management staff will learn the latest trends from FINCEN and NCUA, how to identify 'Suspicious Activity Report' and 'Currency Transaction Report' events, timetables and penalties and how to assign appropriate levels of BSA resources using a risk based analysis. At an advanced level, this session will cover the Bank Secrecy Act so that executives can use this knowledge to keep their credit unions in compliance in this important area of law. Intermediate Collections There was once a time when the collections function was one of the most under appreciated areas of the credit union. Guess what? That time is over! Take advantage of the current economic downturn and fine tune the credit union collections processes. No longer should credit unions be focusing solely on the delinquency report to identify troubled members-- so get ready for an upgrade! Every member who has their loan charged off made a final payment at some time, but most credit unions did not realize it was the last payment when it was made. Advanced Collections Advanced collections is about managing expectations and getting results. Being the manager of the collections function is not just about dialing for dollars and repossessing collateral anymore. The collections area is at the cross roads of member service, and back office operations and the manager needs to be aware of all the risks and opportunities that present themselves. Reg Update II It can be challenging to keep up with current legislation and regulatory change that affects compliance issues at your credit union, but this bi-annual update is an ideal way to “check-in” on timely topics and have your questions answered. Actual topics will be shared as the event date approaches. Top Seven Secrets for Media Damage Control When a communication crisis hits, the counsel you get could be the difference between riding out the storm or a full-blown disaster. Mark Grimm is a former television news anchor with 30 years of communication experience. As a seasoned professional he will explain the best ways to deal with a crisis and share seven steps for damage control that are invaluable. Data Leaks Happen: Are you Prepared? Electronic communication has become an essential and effective means for organizations to conduct business. However, along with the ease of transacting business and the global reach it provides, comes the risk of data leakage. In addition paper documents still require protection. The protection of PII and corporate information is a critical issue and is mandated by not one, but numerous complex and sometimes confusing regulations. This webinar will clarify compliance issues and provide times for participants to ask questions.
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