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MCUL UpdateMichigan CU Statistics and Highlights: 214 CUs, 99% affiliation
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Name Changes: None Covid-Response Data Entry Portal We are gathering the last month of Q2 Covid-response data tracking. At this time, we are asking that you provide the most accurate, up-to-date numbers on the relief and support your credit union has done for those impacted by this crisis during the past few months. Upcoming MCUL 2020 Events **CANCELLED** AC&E – September 18 to 20, Traverse City **CANCELLED** Executive Summit – September 16 to 18, The Inn at Bay Harbor ASFM Golf Outing – September 9, Forest Akers, East Lansing Operation Reconnect Registration will open soon for "Operation Reconnect," eight executive-level sessions being offered by MCUL & Affiliates in August and September. The smaller, in-person gatherings will be limited to the first 30 registrants at each destination, with a variety of topics ideal for CEOs and senior management. Each being held at a premier Michigan destination, attendees will be able to enjoy a Michigan road trip to locations throughout the state. With proper social distancing safeguards planned, a great lineup of expert industry-speakers is slated to present on topics addressing the current environment including: GRC; talent management; digital and remote service delivery; diversity, equity and inclusion; technology and cyber security; marketing and member service; strategic planning; and a getting back to business economic update. A variety of fun social activities will include networking time for participants to reconnect. Online registration is now available. "Operation Reconnect" Dates and Destinations
New: CU Link Campaign Update The Michigan Credit Union League is happy to introduce an updated CU Link campaign that will run for the remainder of 2020. This series of ads, designed with partners DP+ and CU Solutions Group’s CUBE TV Studios, is designed to offset fatigue and help transition communications to a tone of tempered optimism and empathetic support. MCUF & FUEL Update MCUF Community Reinvestment Grants Community Reinvestment Grants are available for credit unions, collaborative groups of credit unions and credit union chapters developing or implementing community reinvestment or financial education initiatives and partnerships — especially those assisting under banked, low income or underserved areas. Grants for small- or large-scale initiatives can be used to assist with your unique credit union activities or to expand on existing programs. This MCUF webpage provides information and a listing of grants approved in 2019. $100,000 is available for MCUF Community Reinvestment Grants in 2020 and applications are evaluated and approved as funding is available; applications are encouraged by July 30. The FUEL MI Young Professionals Networking Group is searching for driven and dedicated young professionals who are passionate about sustaining the credit union movement to join the statewide program. Group members will meet 5 times a year and be responsible for determining and implementing methods for participants to connect, interact and learn about the credit union industry and movement, as well as actively participate in community outreach initiatives throughout Michigan. To join FUEL complete and submit the participation form. 2020 CUNA Awards Nominations Due July 24 Has your credit union been involved in efforts to help its community? Does it live out the “people helping people” philosophy daily, especially since the pandemic began? Have you been in involved in financial education or financial literacy events? If this describes you and your credit union, you’ll want to submit a nomination for one of the 2020 Credit Union National Association (CUNA) Awards. The deadline for submissions is July 24 and may include the credit union’s outreach from July 2019 to July 2020. For more information click here MCUL Compliance Support: ComplianceHelpline@mcul.org Michigan SolutionsPartner Updates: CU Trak Are you worried about how the economic impact of COVID-19 will effect your members and your auto loan portfolio? We would like to introduce CU Trak, an asset tracking system. This simple GPS tracking solution was designed with your needs in mind, giving you access to the tools and intelligence you need to provide more loans, to more members while decreasing your delinquencies and repossessions. Members could greatly benefit from your credit union partnering with CU Trak. CU Trak provides the tools and intelligence you need to engage more members while mitigating loss, delinquencies and repossessions. Upcoming Webinars: Technology Solutions Presents: The New Normal Please join us, July 8th at 10:00 am for a complimentary virtual workshop where we will discuss the “new normal” in the COVID-19 era, engaging members in solid remote/digital delivery channels, and new online member communications. During this webinar we will be discussing:
Marketing Solutions Presents: Providing Value to Your Members When it Matters Most Please join us, July 22th at 10:00 am for a complimentary virtual workshop on “Providing Value to Your Members When it Matters Most” This is one workshop you do not want to miss! Love My Credit Union Rewards, MemberXP and Save to Win will offer their perspectives on how partnering with us can help the credit union member benefits, member satisfaction and encourage savings.
Past Webinars: Adapting to the post-COVID Auto Lending Market Three of our preferred partners, Origence, AFG, and CU Trak will offer their perspectives on how partnering can help the credit union adapt to the new normal, reduce costs, maximize resources, and empower more members through the auto buying process. Please click here to gain access to the recorded webinar. Payment Solutions Prepaid cards lay the groundwork for new valuable memberships. Millennials and Gen Xers are the primary users of prepaid cards, according to research by The Pew Charitable Trusts (pewtrusts.org), Philadelphia. The cards are especially useful for college students and their parents as an easy way to budget and track school-related expenses. This also means prepaid cards can help your credit union build relationships with upcoming generations. Members can easily load and reload these cards as they budget for bills or special occasions. They enjoy the convenience of a debit or credit card without concerns about overdraft fees or missed payments hurting their credit scores. Unlike a debit card, a prepaid card isn’t connected to an account, giving members less to worry about if their card is lost or stolen. For more information, please contact our Card Program Advisor, Nangela Piersall @ 269.532.8617. CUNA Mutual Group Resources Discovery™ 2020 – Registration Now Open! Join thousands of credit union leaders across the country on August 13th for our free virtual Discovery 2020 Conference. Take advantage of this valuable opportunity to connect with others, gain insights from industry experts, and further develop your strategic planning - all in the comfort of your own home or office. Personal Injury Protection Auto Insurance Reform: The new Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Auto Insurance Reform in Michigan provides an opportunity to protect more members and help them save hundreds on their auto insurance premiums. This welcome news comes at a time when many people are faced with unexpected financial hardships related to COVID-19. Prompted by this reform (effective July 2, 2020), we anticipate a 50% increase in shopping for auto insurance. To help build awareness of the customized coverage options available, Liberty Mutual is proactively communicating with their policyholders prior to their renewal date. To help offset some of the financial burdens of today’s unusual circumstances so that people only pay for the coverage they need, TruStage has created several member communications for you to use to make your members aware of this change. If you are active on the TruStage Auto and Home Program and want to promote this new change with your members, please email the TruStage Program to request newsletter inserts, member email templates and/or web copy for your website.
Rethink TechnologyNEW: AudioEye Reduced Pricing & Additional Features We are pleased to announce that we recently renegotiated our contract with AudioEye, this means steep savings across the board for current and new clients. Additionally, we are including SEO, Web Audit, and Monitoring solutions at no additional cost to you. These new services include:
For additional information please reach out to your league rep. NEW: Abrigo for PPP Forgiveness Monitoring Financial institutions funding Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans as part of the CARES Act have come to the aid of their communities as they deal with the effects of the coronavirus. Now, lenders are looking for partners to assist them in the next phase of the program: forgiveness & reporting. NEW: Technology Enhancements by SilverCloud & Pure Chat For those looking to add communication and service delivery capabilities, you can enhance and expand communication via Pure Chat, our website chat feature. This solution can be implemented in one day and provides 10 licenses and the ability to have a group chat with two staff members at the same time. Additionally, new partner SilverCloud provides credit unions access to automated remote technologies such as auto-mated member support, turnkey chat bots and enhanced employee support Upcoming Webinars: What's New with Certified Digital Accessibility
Join us for a free webinar on Thursday, July 30 at 2 p.m. regarding What’s New With Certified Digital Accessibility. CU Solutions Group, with its exclusive partner AudioEye, offers a fully managed and comprehensive digital accessibility solution that combines powerful machine learning technology with the know-how of certified digital accessibility experts. Learn more so you may take advantage of these enhanced solutions at a new, reduced price. Register by clicking here Website Support: support@cusolutionsgroup.com Reimagine Marketing
Product Updates: Credit Unions Forms and NADA Valuations Marketing Solutions offers the development and execution of various electronic and printed financial forms credit unions can use to better serve their members. From business account forms to loan documents, marketing solutions has a myriad of options for you to choose from. View our catalog here. We also offer NADA Values Online to assist credit unions access vehicle valuations correctly. NADA Values Online combines the trusted values of 10 guidebooks into one convenient resource. Plus, it’s web-based, which means there’s no software to install and your entire staff can use it at the same time. View our order form here. For for product catalogs or more information please contact your League Rep. Special Offer: Save to Win As we move to operating in the new normal and the impending recession, it will be more difficult for members to save and build an emergency fund. It is now more important than ever to reward members for creating good financial habits. To support credit unions in incentivizing savings to their membership we are reducing our implementation fees by 50% for credit unions that sign on to the program by July 31st. That is a $500.00 savings. Save to Win is the longest running, credit union exclusive, Prize Linked Saving program in the US distributing over $160k in prizes to over 2,000 members across the country. For every $25 dollars your member saves they get entered into a drawing for a chance to win prizes of up to $5,000. Upcoming Webinars: Back to Business Webinar Series The Back to Business Webinar Series is intended to provide credit unions with learnings CUSG has learned through conversations with CUs during the recent shut down, how it has affected marketing and communications, and what credit unions should keep in mind as we move into the new normal. CMS Back to Business Webinar Series – Lessons Learned and What to Keep In Mind Moving Forward – Available to watch on demand CMS Back to Business Webinar Series – The Importance of Member Feedback – July 9 | 11:00am EST CMS Back to Business Webinar Series – How to Maximize Member Engagement – July 23 | 11:00am EST CMS Back to Business Webinar Series – Marketing Tactics in the New Normal – August 6 | 11:00am EST Register for all webinars here: CMS Back to Business Webinar Series Reinvent Performance
Solution Spotlight: The Learning Center Credit unions around the country are relying more heavily on their learning management systems since COVID started. There’s been a 71% increase in YOY usage rates since the crisis started. Connect with us to see how easy it is to get access to nearly 2,000 courses at a temporarily discounted rate. To schedule a demo of TLC or any other Performance Solutions product please click here. NEW: Introducing Compass The Compass solution provides a fully integrated platform for comprehensive Budgeting, Forecasting, Interest Rate Risk (IRR), and Asset Liability Management (ALM) for community financial institutions of all sizes. Compass helps credit unions remain in full compliance of all ALM/IRR regulatory requirements, obtain accurate budgets, and make more informed business decisions through enhanced financial modeling capabilities in order to measure the financial impact of market and economic conditions and focus on strategic growth. NEW: Helping Teams Manage the Details Teams perform better when there are clear assignments and due dates! Now there’s software to help your teams track it all. Planning Pro’s quick implementation will help your employees collaborate on daily tasks that can be tied to goals and strategic objectives even when working remotely. Reports can be quickly generated to keep the team informed as well as bring management, executives and the board up to speed. Click this link to schedule a time to get a tour of Planning Pro! Recharge Strategy
NEW: Remote Workplace Risk Assessment Now Available We are happy to announce exciting enhancement made to the Cybersecurity Risk Assessment! Due to the significant number of requests received from credit unions, AffirmX has added the ability to easily create a Remote Staff Risk Assessment. The Remote Staff Risk Assessment portion of the Cybersecurity Risk Assessment includes considerations and risk scores the credit union's actions taken related to policies & procedures (generally), authentication & authorization (IT specific items) and data security (physical & electronic). For more information please reach out to your league rep. NEW: Member Safety Videos for Credit Union Lobbies Our team recently completed Member Safety Videos that let your members know what you are doing to keep them safe while providing tips to follow when visiting one of your branches. The video can be customized or choose from the premade, ready to go one. To view the videos click here. Solution Spotlight: Governease A complete solution for standardizing and modernizing governance. PEOPLE Understanding the Board of Directors’ role and responsibilities is fundamental to the successful governance of your credit union. From determining roles and responsibilities for Board members and officers, to identifying how your Board will successfully renew itself and execute its duties, clarity is a must. Board Members are expected to establish direction and control of the credit union, understand financial metrics as well as other duties carried out in good faith. We can help ensure all board members, regardless of tenure all meet these requirements. PROCESS Standards for conducting meetings, as well as utilizing committees and task forces, allow credit union Boards to be more productive and effective in executing their governance and leadership responsibilities. We can assist in the development of policies and charters to help you and your colleagues clarify the role and responsibilities of your Board-level committees and task forces so that they are functioning at the highest level of governance excellence. PERFORMANCE By exercising due diligence, Boards improve their credit union’s performance through such practices as self-assessment and CEO evaluations. We offer many Board performance products including CEO Performance Review, Board Self-Assessments and Strategic Planning. We also offer governance training through multiple channels, including onsite, video conferencing and online courses. |
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