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A blog for those working in or otherwise involved with the credit union industry in Vermont and / or nationwide.  Coverage and commentary focuses on important issues such as consumer protection, regulatory compliance, governmental affairs, education, technology, and the economy.

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National Credit Union Administration
Savings in all Vermont credit unions are insured to at least $250,000 and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States Government.

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National Trade Association Partnership
Credit Union National Association
Based in Washington, D.C., and Madison, Wisconsin, CUNA is the premier trade association serving more than 8,000 credit unions in Vermont and across the U.S.

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About the Association of Vermont Credit Unions
The Association is a non-profit corporation that exists to provide credit unions throughout Vermont with a wide assortment of trade association services. We promote the credit union movement and a favorable public attitude toward credit unions, both within the state and nationwide.

To our member credit unions, we provide legislative advocacy, regulatory support, training and staff development opportunities, networking, and business support services.

In conjunction with a variety of strategic business partners, the Association develops, markets and provides members with access to affordable back-office support products and services. The Association remains committed to its mission of assisting credit unions in any way possible with improving their overall level of service to members and Vermont consumers.

Current Edition of AVCU's Newslines Express
  • Thanking our Take a Chance Auction Prize Donors; More Items Needed
    The AVCU staff is greatly anticipating next weekend’s 66th Annual Meeting, especially our redesigned Take a Chance Auction to benefit Vermont credit union political action. At just $5 for two “bid” tickets or $10 for five, we’re hopeful that all of our more than 225 convention attendees, whether credit union employees, volunteers, or exhibitor and sponsor representatives, will participate in the fun and take a chance to win a great prize. Every attendee will get at least one chance to win a prize of their choice as we’re including one free bid ticket in every attendee’s registration packet. ... read more

  • Fleischman Announces Retirement as Green Mountain CU President
    Green Mountain Credit Union (GMCU) president Ginny Fleischman has announced her retirement, effective April 30th, following more than 20 years of service to her institution and AVCU. Fleischman served 9 years on the Association Board of Directors from 1994 to 2003, which included three years as Secretary and one as Treasurer, as well as on a number of AVCU committees during her 20 years with GMCU. ... read more

  • Former CUNA Mutual CEO Heins Passes
    The credit union movement lost one of its iconic leaders last weekend with the passing of Richard 'Doc' Heins, retired chief executive of CUNA Mutual Group. “Doc," as he was popularly referred to, was recognized in 2010 with the Herb Wegner Award for his lifetime achievements and contributions to the credit union movement. He passed away last Friday at the age of 85 from complications due to Alzheimer's disease. ... read more

  • Annual Meeting Sponsor Profile: CRI Solutions, Silver Sponsor
    CRI Solutions is the second of two first-time exhibitors at our 2012 convention which has increased their profile be being a silver sponsor of this year’s event. They’re sponsoring the boxed lunches at our Friday morning golf social taking place at Stowe Country Club. We greatly appreciate and thank CRI Solutions for returning as a convention exhibitor and for upgrading to a silver sponsorship. ... read more