Save the Date: Credit Union Convention Presents the Latest ...



FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 26, 2018CONTACT: Lynn Heider lheider@ 503.329.7208 (Mobile)Save the Date: Credit Union Convention Presents the Latest on Fintech, Artificial Intelligence, the Political Landscape, and MoreHundreds of Credit Union Movement thought leaders are expected in Tacoma, Washington, Oct. 16-18.TACOMA, Wash.—What’s at the root of America’s political divide and what will the November midterm elections bring? How are Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other financial technology (fintech) products making it easier for consumers to obtain financial services? What can credit unions do to help their members navigate the Northwest’s expensive housing markets? These issues headline the Northwest Credit Union Association’s (NWCUA) annual MAXX Convention in Tacoma Oct. 16-18. The NWCUA is the trade association representing more than 180 credit unions in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. Those not-for-profit, cooperative credit unions provide leading edge financial services to more than 6.5 million consumers in the region.Local news coverage is welcome. Here’s a day-by-day breakdown of newsworthy content:Tuesday, October 16:Why credit unions are winning the hearts and minds of 6.5 million consumers. Troy Stang, NWCUA President and CEO shares the Credit Union Difference message. As not-for-profit cooperatives with no Wall Street stockholders to pay, credit unions invest their earnings right back into members on Main Street. Learn more about the Credit Union Movement. 3:00 pm.Wednesday, October 17Artificial Intelligence is finding its way into every corner of our lives. Find out what this means to credit union members. Peek at fintech products on the horizon that are making financial institutions more efficient, and helping consumers have 24/7 access to their money. Join us for the Strategic Link Trade Show from 10:00 am – 12:30 pm.What’s at the root of America’s political divide? Chris Stirewalt, Fox News Channel’s Politics Editor, can provide straight up insight! Stirewalt’s signature style breaks down complex political issues in a way that people can understand and enjoy as he offers astute commentary on the current political climate. 3:30 pm. *Credit Unions for Kids is a national charity that has contributed nearly $200 million to Children’s Miracle Network hospitals. It was founded right here in the Northwest in 1986. To honor that legacy, MAXX Convention will host “New York, New York,” a live auction and dinner expected to raise more than $300,000 for the region’s eight CMN hospitals. Expect lively “bidding wars” and a touching on-stage appearance by our 2018 Miracle Child. 8:00-9:30 pmThursday, October 18FinTech and the Global Economy. We can introduce you to some of our business partners who are leading in this space during our Strategic Link Trade Show. 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 pm. Solutions to the housing crisis. We can connect you with Credit Union Movement leaders who are finding solutions in their community. You’re also invited to cover the closing address by award-winning innovator Tyrone Poole, the founder of OneApp, a movement designed to make applying for rental homes easier and more cost efficient. Helping credit unions find affordable housing solutions is a key focus of NWCUA and the Northwest Credit Union Foundation (NWCUF). 3:15 pm.WHAT: MAXX Convention for Northwest Credit UnionsWHEN: Oct. 16-18, 2018 Times vary; please visit : Greater Tacoma Convention Center, 1500 Commerce St. Tacoma, WA 98402Please reach out to Lynn Heider for all your coverage needs. lheider@. Call or text (503) 329-7208.*Coverage of Chris Stirewalt’s address is open to media. No live streaming is permitted, and video clips for later distribution are limited to two minutes in length. Chris is open to one-on-one interviews.<END>The Northwest Credit Union Association is the not-for-profit trade association representing over 180 credit unions in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington, and their 6.5 million consumer members. Northwest Credit unions are not-for-profit cooperatives, owned by their members. Credit unions help members achieve their financial goals. All earnings in excess of operating expenses and required reserves are returned to members in the form of lower loan rates, fewer fees and higher interest paid on savings. For information on how to join a credit union, please visit . ................
................

In order to avoid copyright disputes, this page is only a partial summary.

Google Online Preview   Download