“The cube of creativity” was in focus during REACH 2022 in Palm Desert, CA as Andrew Davis — author and CEO of Monumental Shift Inc. — discussed “inside the box” thinking and “embracing constraints” strategy on the last day of the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ annual conference.
“Intentional culture” took center stage during REACH 2022 in Palm Desert, CA as Jessica Kriegel — author and chief scientist of workplace culture at Culture Partners — discussed what workplace and corporate culture really means in today’s world on the last morning of the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ annual conference.
During two social-impact roundtables at the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ REACH 2022 conference in Palm Desert, CA, Inclusiv Program Director of Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFI) Chriselle Martinez took a deep-dive into Juntos Avanzamos (“Together We Advance”) — a network of credit unions committed to serving and empowering Hispanic and Latino communities.
The Pitch — a first-ever Shark Tank-like game show during the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ annual REACH conference — spotlighted SCE FCU Director of Branches Javier Velasquez as first-place winner of $10,000 after he and “Visionary” contestants from other credit unions pitched their mission-driven ideas to a panel of “Champion” judges in front of a live audience.
The credit union movement wouldn’t be where it is today without advocates who devoted their time and resources to fighting on behalf of their credit union’s members through 2022. This was the key theme of the PAC Contributors Reception on Thursday during the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ REACH 2022 conference in Palm Desert, CA.
Over the next decade, technological innovations will influence consumer behavior and expectations, changing how financial services operate to meet new demands. That was the topic during Thursday morning’s general session during REACH 2022 in Palm Desert, CA, which brought together four experts on a Future of Financial Services panel.
World Council of Credit Unions President and CEO Elissa McCarter LaBorde opened the general session at REACH 2022 on Thursday in Palm Desert, CA, reminding industry leaders and attendees they are part of a global system of 393 credit union members across 118 countries.
Impactful REACHtalks and REACH Deep breakout sessions took place on Thursday during the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ REACH 2022 conference in Palm Desert, CA, challenging credit union leaders to try something NEW at their organizations.
“Innovation is not fluffy — it’s science,” said Jeremy Gutsche, opening keynote speaker during REACH 2022 in Palm Desert, CA on Wednesday afternoon, and founder-CEO of Trend Hunter, one of the world’s top trend firm and innovation consultancies.
“Our credit unions continue to serve their members and communities in 2022 as new products and services are developed — and the Leagues continue to work tirelessly on your behalf to make it all happen,” said Diana Dykstra at the opening general session of REACH 2022 on Wednesday.
The Fintech Showcase at REACH 2022 on Wednesday featured several seven-minute, fast-paced, highly informative presentations about the latest innovative solutions to move credit unions forward — where a Best of Show Award was awarded to WithClutch.
During the League Awards Ceremony on the second day of REACH 2022, credit unions, organizations, volunteers and leaders — including Leo H. Shapiro Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Jeff Napper — were recognized in front of their peers!
Students from Amistad High School got a “bite of reality” when they attended an interactive financial education simulation designed to teach them how to manage money in the morning hours before the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ annual REACH 2022 conference kicked off its opening general session.
Dozens of credit union leaders and guests attended the 2022 Richard Myles Johnson Foundation (RMJ) Donor Appreciation Gala on Tuesday night of REACH 2022, a yearly favorite of conference attendees dedicated to the funding and support of financial education in schools across California and Nevada.
The California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ annual REACH 2022 Golf Tournament gave those who started their week’s adventure on Tuesday an early taste of the annual convention — a week full of networking, fostering collaboration, friendship, innovative thought leadership, strengthening ties, and a bit of fun.
At the end of the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ REACH 2021 conference, more than 60 individuals representing 14 League chapters gathered for the 2021 Chapter Forum in Palm Desert, CA from Thursday afternoon/evening into Friday morning.
The Global Women’s Leadership Network Luncheon showcased REACH 2021’s last general session keynote speaker, Cassandra Worthy, in front of GWLN supporters and enthusiasts during the afternoon on the last day of the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ annual convention.
“The emotions of change — and powering that energy to fuel your credit union’s growth within any period of disruption — is what you’ve gone through over the past two years,” said keynote speaker Cassandra Worthy as she launched Thursday morning’s general session at REACH 2021, hosted by the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues. “But there’s room for frustration in the years ahead.”
Star One CU is the winner of the $5,000 Children’s Miracle Network Hospital (CMN) donation prize announced Thursday morning at REACH!
Impactful 15-minute “REACHtalks” took place on Wednesday and Thursday during REACH 2021, the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ annual conference in Palm Desert, CA. The talks challenged credit union leaders to try something NEW at their organizations!
The credit union movement wouldn’t be where it is today without advocates who devoted their time and resources to fighting on behalf of their credit union’s members through 2021.
“In the future, financial institutions are going to be content creators,” said Ryan Patel. “Your credit union will provide education through impactful, digital content. It’s an opportunity to make a great experience and change things. It’s up to you; your members are looking for it, and they trust your credit union.”
“In the marketing world, there’s always something new — and there’s always something next,” said keynote speaker Andrew Davis as he launched Wednesday morning’s general session at REACH 2021, hosted by the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues.
“People don’t buy things — they buy experiences. Is that true for your credit union?” It should be 100 percent true, according to Mitch Joel.
Fintech is transforming the credit union industry to enhance member experiences, improve operational efficiencies, and mitigate risk — and in the same vein, credit unions leaders are joining the conversation!
Bill Cheney was awarded the Leo H. Shapiro Lifetime Achievement Award on Tuesday afternoon during REACH 2021! The award recognizes excellence in credit union philosophy and a lifetime of contributions to the credit union industry.
Dozens of credit union leaders and guests attended the 2021 Richard Myles Johnson Foundation (RMJ) Donor Appreciation Gala on Monday night, a yearly favorite of attendees during the annual REACH conference that’s dedicated to the funding and support of financial education in schools across California and Nevada.
The California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues’ annual REACH Golf Tournament gave those who started their week’s adventure on Monday an early taste of the annual convention — a week full of networking, fostering collaboration, friendship, innovative thought leadership, strengthening ties, and a bit of fun.
