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BY HEATHER ANDERSON CU Times August 22, 2013 Hundreds of credit union leaders and members—including representatives from nearly every area credit union—rallied outside of the Credit Union Association of New York headquarters in Albany on Thursday to voice their support for CUNA’s Don’t Tax My Credit Union campaign, the league said in a release. The rally was part of CUANY’s statewide Don’t Tax My Credit Union Week, designed to help raise awareness about the campaign and encourage credit unions to lobby Congress in support of the credit union tax exemption. Committee leaders in both the U.S. Senate and House have said they will attempt reforms to the tax code this year. Supporters gathered to hear guest speakers express the importance of the credit union income tax exemption. “Credit unions are member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperatives that return their earnings to their members in the form of lower rates on loans, higher interest on savings, enhanced service an...

I would like to share this Blog with you. Managing your online reputation can be a daunting task at times – whether it’s because you’ve posted something less than smart on Facebook , someone assumes your name or someone is talking about you and your business and you can’t control what they’re saying. The Internet is impossible to control, and anyone can say anything about you – that, in the end, is the beauty of the Internet. However, it’s not just about what others are saying about you, but also how you conduct yourself online, and especially on social media that can damage your reputation. Read complete Blog here; http://www.socialable.co.uk/how-to-manage-your-online-reputation/#%21

How are financial institutions using social media? Social media is still new to many banks and credit unions. Security is a big concern as financial information is very sensitive. Social media must be monitored regularly to ensure customer privacy. Social media is being used by financial institutions in many ways including: Building Relationships – Sharing pictures, and videos helps build relationships with customers. Social media allows banks and credit unions to be more social and interact. Relaying Information – Financial institutions are embracing social media to get the word out about events and services. Promoting their products – Social media is being used to promote products and special offers customers may not be aware of. How can credit union customers benefit from technology and social media? Customers are taking full advantage of technology and social media. People want access and convenience. Technology and social media have made this possible. Banking has changed. It i...

The National Coalition of Firefighters Credit Unions Inc. (NCOFCU) is pleased to offer  daily attendance rates for credit unions in the local community of the conference. We understand that your work load may preclude you, your volunteers and staff from attending the complete conference so daily rates will be available. Over one hundred of your Firefighter Credit Union colleagues have already registered for the  meeting which will address the needs and concerns of Firefighter Credit Unions of all sizes. Unlike the more generalized conferences, the NCOFCU Annual Meeting & Conference directly addresses the challenges facing Firefighter Credit Unions. The Firefighter Credit Unions specific agenda, the networking with Firefighter Credit Unions from all over the country makes this conference truly unique. You and your board’s knowledge and experience would add a tremendous value to the meeting, making it an event not to be missed!  Can we count on you to share your thoug...