If you're set on bettering yourself as credit union leader, there's something you should know. Most leaders want to stay ahead of their competition by keeping themselves informed. When was the last time you got a comprehensive update on leading the credit union industry?

This year's three-day Leadership Conference offers insight from credit union leaders on the newest trends in the corporate environment, the latest risk management techniques, and up-to-the-minute regulatory changes that affect your credit union. Customize your training with breakout tracks designed for executive management, volunteers, and those interested in industry hot topics. In three days' time, gain power-packed leadership insight and discover your potential.

Leadership Conference: August 19–21, 2010

Preview the schedule

Get a Grip! Overcoming Adversity and Thriving in the Workplace™

Bob Losyk
In this hectic and chaotic world, people are stressed out more than ever. As demands become greater, chances of burnout become higher. In these uncertain times, we are constantly faced with events in the world that we can't control, which adds to our everyday stress. Gain a practical, fast-paced, and humorous outlook on tips, tools, and techniques to get a grip on stress. Learn how to prevent burnout, improve your health, put your life back in balance, stay calm when times are rocky, and thrive in and out of the workplace.

A World Fit to Live In

Al Walker
Through humorous anecdotes and stories, you'll understand the driving message that in order for us to have a world fit to live in, we must first have a self worth living with and a philosophy to live by. Learn exactly what it takes to have a “self worth living with” and how knowledge, skill, and attitude contribute to that goal.

The New Corporate Environment

David Brehmer
Retail credit unions have to live with the corporate stabilization premium assessment and the ripple effects of U.S. Central and WesCorp losses. NCUA’s Legacy Asset Plan and new corporate regulations will likely have a profound effect on the future corporate system. The Legacy Asset Plan is scheduled to be released to the credit union community by mid-summer with the new corporate regulation soon to follow. Join us for a critical discussion on the outlook for the new corporate system and the practical impact it will have on credit unions.

The Challenge of Change

Rick Olson
Credit unions have seen more change than many organizational groups in the past year and looking at trends, these changes will continue at a rapid pace. While all changes can’t be predicted, how your credit union prepares for change can make the difference in your organization's success. When a change culture is created, employees and organizations as whole are better able to adapt to the future. Learn how you and your credit union can become champions of change.

NCUA Update

Herb Yolles
Hear from the NCUA about current administration priorities and hot-button issues. The financial services sector has gone through significant turmoil recently and this is an opportunity to hear directly from the regulators what's going on and how that may affect your organization.

Volunteer Track: The Tidal Wave of Regulations: Making Sense of the Storm

Kristen Tatlock
(Board Track: Level 2, 3 credits, Safety and Soundness Category)
Legislators and regulators are just getting started and new regulation continues to swamp credit unions. How do you make sense of it? Discover how with an up-to-the minute discussion on the rapidly expanding regulatory environment and how it will impact strategy at your credit union.

Volunteer Track: Perfecting High-Level Vision: Critical Strategies for Strategic Planning

George Towle
(Board Track: Level 2, 3 credits, Strategic Planning Category)
For most credit unions, strategic planning consists of looking two or three years into the future which may be successful in many situations, but may also cause critical issues to be overlooked. This session will discuss short- and long-term industry issues credit unions should examine in their strategic planning sessions with management and volunteers. Learn what current and future trends may predict for your credit union and engage in high-level discussions with your peers.

Volunteer Track: CEO Succession Planning Strategies for Your Board

Richard Boothby
(Board Track: Level 2, 3 credits, Strategic Planning Category)
Approximately 59 percent of credit union CEOs will become eligible for retirement in the next 15 years, yet just over half of credit unions with a CEO nearing retirement have a succession plan in place. Don’t make CEO succession an afterthought. This session will discuss strategies for an effective CEO succession plan and identify essential elements needed for your board’s plan.

Volunteer Track: Credit Union Enterprise Risk Management: Building a Focus for the Board

George Towle
(Board Track: Level 2, 3 credits, Safety and Soundness Category)
Understanding and managing risk has long been a fundamental principle for all financial services organizations, including credit unions. Recent events including corporate scandals, government intervention, and the Corporate Credit Union Stabilization efforts are advancing the concepts of enterprise risk management (ERM). ERM is being adopted as not simply a principle, but a fundamental strategic and operational part of a viable and successful business. Credit union boards are becoming acutely aware of the importance of ERM. This session will delve into the foundations of enterprise risk management and where the board should be focusing their efforts.

Executive/Management Track: Workforce 2020: Preparing Today for the Workforce Challenges of Tomorrow™

Bob Losyk
The profile of the American worker is rapidly changing. What once motivated, challenged, and satisfied employees in the past will not be effective in tomorrow's work arena. This program reveals how the workforce is changing now and how it will continue to change, the effects of those changes on CEOs, owners, and managers, and what they must do to prepare themselves today. Gain real world survival skills for managing and motivating a changing workforce.

Executive/Management Track: Successful Lending Strategies in a Highly-Regulated Environment

Rick Menton
With the regulatory environment recently getting tougher and future trends showing more regulations coming, credit unions are now challenged with finding new ways to increase their lending portfolio and produce revenue. Learn about recent lending initiatives that have proven successful for a number of credit unions. Understand the process as to how these products were started, developed, and implemented.

Executive/Management Track: Best Practices in Credit Union Member Service

Rick Olson
Credit union members have many choices when it comes to their primary financial institution. Credit unions have long been known for their excellent member service but some credit unions go above and beyond to make sure their members remain loyal to the credit union movement. This session will dive into what it takes to exceed members' expectations and how this is being demonstrated within our movement.

Executive/Management Track: A Strategic Discussion on Opportunities and Obstacles for Growth

George Towle
Take this opportunity to discuss high-level strategies for credit union growth and look at current and future obstacles that may prevent your credit union from expanding. As a credit union leader, how will you respond to these challenges and opportunities and what will you need to do to position your credit union for the future? Join us to explore mergers, collaboration, succession planning, economic environment, operations, and other hot topics.

Hot Topic Track: Integrating Advocacy into Your Messaging

Kelley Parks
Most credit union employees, volunteers, members, and potential members are aware of the increased role the government will play in the financial services industry as more regulations are introduced. While your league and CUNA are continually working for the credit union and its members to ensure these regulations will be beneficial, what role should the credit union’s members play in promoting advocacy? Find out how advocacy can be integrated into your strategy and messaging.

Hot Topic Track: Planning for the New Regulatory Environment

Kristen Tatlock
New regulations are occurring and this is only the start of what is to come for credit unions in the future. Credit unions are being asked to comply with many more regulations while operating in the same efficient manner for their members. Join us for a discussion on the rapidly expanding regulatory environment and how it will impact strategy at your credit union. Discover where you should apply additional compliance resources and how your credit union operations should change to accommodate future regulations.

Hot Topic Track: How to Keep the Non-Interest Income Running

Rick Menton
We all know that current market conditions have greatly impacted credit unions' earnings. Now, more than ever, credit unions must explore every aspect of their income statement in order to leverage additional income. In this session, you'll learn strategies and ways to keep your revenue stream flowing. This session will also cover industry trends and the impact of pending legislation.

Hot Topic Track: Mastering the Art of “Coopetition”

Kelley Parks
Coopetition in the credit union movement is a term that encompasses how credit unions can still exhibit the values of a cooperative while also competing for market share with other credit unions. As more credit unions are becoming community chartered, their fields of membership have and will continue to overlap. This session will discuss marketing strategies that will allow your credit union to cooperate with other credit unions to expand the movement but also compete for your individual piece of the market.

CUNA Volunteer Certification Program

You can earn credit toward your Certified Credit Union Volunteer (CCUV) designation by attending the designated breakout sessions and successfully completing exams.

The CUNA Volunteer Certification Program gives you the recognition for volunteering to direct a credit union. The program is designed to create a simplified approach to some rather complex subjects. It will provide you with a convenient, practical way to become certified in the areas of credit union operations, governance, compliance, and more.

Learn more and new enrollees receive 50% off the registration price by attending this conference.