Get a Sneak Peek at the Speakers Slated for the 2024 C-Suite Summit

Have you registered for the 2024 C-Suite Summit yet? If not, you’ll want to register now so you get the chance to experience the exciting lineup of speakers we have in store. This is just a taste of what’s to come!

The New Culture and Talent Deal
Thursday, October 10 | 9:00 – 10:15 a.m.

We sit at the intersection of a staggering number of talent crossroads. Shifting post-pandemic employer/employee power dynamics, both the potential and disruption of artificial intelligence (AI), emerging gig work trends, generational shifts, and new health and wellness needs to name just a few. As a compounding factor, a recent study (PwC, 2024) found that more than half of employees feel too much change is happening at once. How do we make sense of it and effectively adapt while delivering an employee value proposition that resonates?

This session will focus on:

  • An exploration of key talent trends
  • Implications, with a focus on the credit union movement
  • Related strategic imperatives and sample tactics
Ryan McEleney
Chief People and Culture Officer
American Eagle Financial Credit Union
Ryan joined the credit union movement in 2021. He proudly serves the members of American Eagle Financial Credit Union (AEFCU), the largest full-service community credit union headquartered in Connecticut.An early advocate for the potential of people data, he has shared his learnings at peer forums throughout North America. His passion areas include mission, leadership, culture, inclusion, and team member experience. His People & Culture team works to create the ideal conditions for AEFCU’s talented people to fulfill their mission of creating a world in which financial freedom is a reality.

Bold or Boring – How to Take Chances to Stand Out from Competitors
Thursday, October 10 | 1:15 – 2:00 p.m.

In a rapidly evolving financial landscape, staying relevant is not just a goal but a necessity for credit unions. Josh will delve into his dynamic journey as a credit union executive who dared to think differently, seized opportunities, and redefined his institution’s relevance in the modern era.

This discussion emphasizes the importance of embracing failure as an essential part of the journey towards success. Through candid reflections on past missteps and subsequent triumphs, you will gain insights into how to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement within your own organization by thinking differently.

Josh Cook Josh Cook
CEO
Community Choice Credit Union
Josh Cook is renowned as a visionary leader and a creative thinker. Since joining Community Choice Credit Union (CCCU) in 2002 as the Marketing Manager, Josh has continually expanded his role, overseeing everything from marketing to branch operations and beyond. Over his twenty-two plus years at CCCU, Josh has garnered significant attention for his innovative ideas, boundless energy, and unique approach to challenging the status quo.

Roadmap to Successful Fintech Partnerships
Thursday, October 10 | 2:00 – 2:45 p.m.

Strategic fintech partnerships can open the door for credit union growth like increased loan volume, accelerated time to market, enhanced member experience, improved productivity, and more. However, finding and vetting the right partner for your credit union requires significant effort and diligence. Join this session to understand why it is important to partner with fintechs and how to select the right fintechs to drive mutual success.

Brian Bodell
Vice President and Managing Director

TruStage Fintech Solutions
Brian Bodell is the Vice President and Managing Director of Fintech Solutions at TruStage. Fintech Solutions delivers software to help community financial institutions grow and compete. Brian has supported several America’s Credit Unions-driven industry initiatives over the years. He has also served on the fintech selection panel of VentureTech since it was founded and is on the board of the GeorgeWashington University Credit Union Initiative—a student run group working to obtain a charter.

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Lizeth George
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