Membership Benefits

Explore ideas. Solve problems. Leverage knowledge and expertise. The CUNA Councils provide executives in six management areas with targeted and relevant resources, activities and networking opportunities.
The following are a few ways to make the most of a council membership.

> Tap into the Network
Draw on the expertise of hundreds of your colleagues from around the country by using the members-only list serve.

• Need help in a hurry? Use the list serve to ask questions and get answers from your credit union peers.
• Bounce ideas off others and get feedback.
• Get the buzz. Find out what’s on other people’s minds.
• Contribute your expertise — learn from sharing.

> Attend an Annual Conference
Choose the conference that ensures you’ll be surrounded by your peers and focused on relevant
topics.

• Benefit from face to face exchange of ideas and experiences with hundreds of others who share your
  interests, concerns and challenges.
• Gather new insights from experts presenting on the latest topics.
• Step back from the day-to-day routine, get re-focused and re-energized.
• Sharpen your skills, stay on the cutting edge.
• Meet with peers and vendors who can help you find
  solutions and solve problems.

> Gain Access to Exclusive White Papers
Tap into more than 170 archived white papers from all six Councils. Council specific, thought-provoking white papers provide an in-depth look at the latest trends or a perspective on future challenges.

> Check out the File Library, Why Re-Invent the Wheel?
Review dozens of files on this web-based shared resource. Council members can post or download files covering a variety of topics, including credit union programs, policies and surveys.

> Keep up with the Latest News
Log into the web site regularly to find out the latest news about your Council and to check out articles related to your discipline.

> Use Your Membership to Save Money

• Council members receive a $100 discount on most CUNA schools, institutes and conferences.
• $50 discounts for Council members on CUNA webinars.(Councils occasionally sponsor webinars for their
  members at no charge.)
• Membership will automatically save you up to $250 on the Council’s Annual Conference (over the nonmember rate).
• As part of your membership dues you will receive a free, non-deductible subscription to Credit Union Magazine valued at $59 annually.
• When multiple staff from your credit union join CUNA Councils, you’ll all enjoy a membership discount.

> Benefit from Best Practices, Awards and Scholarship Opportunities
Individual Councils recognize and reward best practices and excellence in their discipline. Some Councils provide scholarships for small credit unions.

> Read More Ways to Make the Most of a Council Membership

For additional information on the benefits of Council membership, select from below:

• CUNA CFO Council
• CUNA HR/TD Council
• CUNA Lending Council
• CUNA Marketing & Business Development Council
• CUNA Operations, Sales & Service Council
• CUNA Technology Council