The Bay Area Sister Society - Session # 1 Managing Transitions: Women leading change with Claire Laughlin, Claire Laughlin Consulting

May 18, 2023 | 0 Comments |

The Bay Area Sister Society - Session # 1 Managing Transitions: Women leading change with Claire Laughlin, Claire Laughlin Consulting - 2023-5-18 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: Bay Area Sister Society

meeting_location of Meeting: Virtual

Sponsor of Meeting: KeyPoint Credit Union

Meeting Topic: Women Leading Change, Managing Transitions

Speakers: Claire Laughlin

Number of Attendees: 30

Community Charity Supported: GWLN

Dollars or Resources Donated: $150

Meeting Minutes: Click Here To Download

The Bay Area Sister Society - Session # 1 Managing Transitions: Women leading change with Claire Laughlin, Claire Laughlin Consulting

May 18, 2023 | 0 Comments |

The Bay Area Sister Society - Session # 1 Managing Transitions: Women leading change with Claire Laughlin, Claire Laughlin Consulting - 2023-5-18 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: Bay Area Sister Society

meeting_location of Meeting: Virtual

Sponsor of Meeting: KeyPoint Credit Union

Meeting Topic: Women Leading Change, Managing Transitions

Speakers: Claire Laughlin

Number of Attendees: 30

Community Charity Supported: GWLN

Dollars or Resources Donated: $150

Meeting Minutes: Click Here To Download

Recap: Central Valley Sister Society - The Big Jump

May 11, 2023 | 0 Comments |

 Over 80 supporters gathered to hear words of wisdom and insights from our esteemed panelist. 

Panelists included:  

Elizabeth (Beth) Dooley President & CEO,  EECU 

Geri LaChance President & CEO, SESLOC Federal Credit Union

Emily Morton CEO, Central Valley Firefighters Credit Union

Stephanie Sievers CEO, AltaOne Federal Credit Union

Southern Arizona Sister Society - Spring Networking Event 4/19/23

April 20, 2023 | 0 Comments |
Sister Society Chapter: Southern Arizona, USA
Meeting Location: Pima Federal Credit Union
Meeting Topic: Spring Networking, Female Empowerment at All Ages
Number of Attendees: 14 attendees
Participating Organizations: Four credit unions (Hughes FCU, Pima FCU, Vantage West CU, and Pinal County FCU), payments CUSO PSCU, and the Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona. Attendees were provided with cookies and had the opportunity to complete a recipe for success card.

 

Alaska Sister Society Launch - May 18th @ Noon

April 11, 2023 | 0 Comments |
Introduction to the Global Women's Leadership Network's newest Sister Society in Alaska with Susan Mitchell, CEO of Mitchell, Stankovic & Associates. The topic will be Stand Up, Raise Your Hand and Get Involved. GWLN's Passion for Purpose. Agenda | 49th ACUL Conference 

Phoenix Sister Society Meeting

March 29, 2023 | 0 Comments |

Phoenix Sister Society Meeting - 2023-3-29 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: Phoenix, Arizona

meeting_location of Meeting: TruWest Credit Union | 1667 N Priest Dr. | Tempe, AZ | 85281

Sponsor of Meeting: TruWest Credit Union

Meeting Topic: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging

Speakers: Sue Mitchell from Mitchell Stankovic & Associates and a panel from OneAZ Credit Union

Number of Attendees: 45

Community Charity Supported: YWCA

Dollars or Resources Donated: 210 lbs of supplies for the Bundles of Love program and $100 gift card

2023 Global Women's Leadership Network - Forum @WCUC 2023 in Vancouver, Canada

March 29, 2023 | 0 Comments |

2023 Global Women's Leadership Network - Forum @WCUC 2023 in Vancouver, Canada - 2023-7-23 Recap

meeting_location of Meeting: Vancouver Convention Centre - Level 1. Room: 109 / 110

Meeting Topic: Global Women's Leadership Network

Number of Attendees: 400

2023 Global Women's Leadership Network - Forum @WCUC 2023 in Vancouver, Canada

March 29, 2023 | 0 Comments |

2023 Global Women's Leadership Network - Forum @WCUC 2023 in Vancouver, Canada - 2023-7-23 Recap

Meeting Minutes: Click Here To Download

Central Valley Sister Society: Leadership Presence in Communication

December 12, 2022 | 0 Comments |

Sister Society Chapter: Central Valley California 

meeting_location of Meeting: Hybrid (Zoom and Bakersfield CA at Valley Strong Credit Union Headquarters) 

Sponsor of Meeting: Valley Strong Credit Union 

Meeting Topic: Leadership Presence in Communication 

Speakers: LaQuita Cleare of Clear Communication Academy 

Number of Attendees: 25

Community Charity Supported: N/A

Dollars or Resources Donated: N/A


Arizona Sister Society Giving Breakfast Meeting

December 06, 2022 | 0 Comments |
The Phoenix and Southern Arizona Sister Societies partnered for our annual giving breakfast meeting at a locally owned cafe in Chandler, Arizona. The team collected $1200 in cash to gift to our server, a single mom recently laid off with two children.  It was heartwarming to see the reaction from such a worthy, hard-working person.  The group let her know they represent women in leadership at local credit unions who are invested in community enrichment.  The group also began mapping out 2023 networking activities.

Phoenix Sister Society Happy Hour and Networking

November 16, 2022 | 1 Comments |

Phoenix Sister Society Happy Hour and Networking - 2022-11-15 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: Phoenix, Arizona

meeting_location of Meeting: Desert Financial Credit Union | 148 N 48th St Phoenix, AZ

Sponsor of Meeting: Desert Financial Credit Union

Meeting Topic: Holiday happy hour and networking mixer

Number of Attendees: 40

Community Charity Supported: Sojourner Center

Dollars or Resources Donated: 6 boxes of non-perishable food and $200

Southern California Sister Society-Investment/Asset Protection in Turbulent Times

November 14, 2022 | 0 Comments |

Southern California Sister Society-Investment/Asset Protection in Turbulent Times - 2022-11-9 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: Southern California

meeting_location of Meeting: Zoom

Sponsor of Meeting: Kinecta Wealth Management

Meeting Topic: Investment/Asset Protection in Turbulent Times

Speakers: Sophie Antal-Gilbert & Chad Balcom

Number of Attendees: 30

Community Charity Supported: N/A

Dollars or Resources Donated: N/A

Southern Arizona Sister Society Meeting

November 09, 2022 | 0 Comments |

Southern Arizona Sister Society Meeting - 2022-11-9 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: Southern Arizona

meeting_location of Meeting: Hughes Federal Credit Union, 971 W. Wetmore Rd, Tucson, AZ

Sponsor of Meeting: PSCU

Meeting Topic: Wellness & Non-Profit Impact

Speakers: Stacey Spink

Number of Attendees: 23

Community Charity Supported: Gabriel's Angels

Happy International Credit Union Day from the San Francisco Bay Area Sister Society on 10/20/2022!

October 20, 2022 | 1 Comments |
Sister Society Chapter: San Fracisco Bay Area (Northern CA)

Meeting Location: Virtual

Attendees: We had 38 attendees for our event.

Speakers: Diana Dykstra (President & CEO of CCUL) and Deborah Donnelly (Sr. Program Manager Organizational Development at BECU)

Topics: Update from WCUC, what's happening with GWLN, focus for GWLN for the coming year, how to leverage talent, being bold, harnessing your talent, and owning what you do. 


Phoenix Sister Society Meeting

October 20, 2022 | 0 Comments |

Phoenix Sister Society Meeting - 2022-10-13 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: Phoenix, Arizona

meeting_location of Meeting: Virtual

Sponsor of Meeting: GoWest Association

Meeting Topic: Last week the Phoenix Sister Society had a great virtual session with 42 local credit union leaders. Teresa Freeborn presented an overview of GWLN, the benefits of membership, and what we are doing to Bridge the Gap and Cathy Graham (EVP at Desert Financial CU) shared a leadership journey and challenged everyone to strive for self-leadership. Being around this group of driven female leaders in Phoenix is inspiring! Can't wait for the next one!

Speakers: Teresa Freeborn (GWLN chair) and Cathy Graham (EVP at Desert Financial CU)

Number of Attendees: 42

Florida Sister Society Meeting

September 16, 2022 | 0 Comments |

Florida Sister Society Meeting - 2022-9-15 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: Florida

meeting_location of Meeting: Embassy Suites Palm Beach Gardens

Sponsor of Meeting: Multiple Vendors

Meeting Topic: Carol's experience in Africa with CUs

Speakers: Carol Schillios

Number of Attendees: 57

Community Charity Supported: Hispanic HR Organization

Dollars or Resources Donated: $1200

Phoenix Sister Society Meeting

August 15, 2022 | 0 Comments |

Phoenix Sister Society Meeting - 2022-8-11 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: Phoenix, Arizona

meeting_location of Meeting: TruWest Credit Union | 1667 N Priest Dr. | Tempe, AZ | 85281

Sponsor of Meeting: TruWest Credit Union

Meeting Topic: Breakout and networking sessions on topics of Hiring and Retaining Top Talent, Leading Hybrid Teams, and Leadership and Growth for the New Generation

Number of Attendees: 43

Community Charity Supported: Save the Family

Dollars or Resources Donated: $90 donations and 7 boxes of food

Florida Sister Society Happy Hour

June 29, 2022 | 0 Comments |

Florida Sister Society Happy Hour - 2022-6-14 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: Florida

meeting_location of Meeting: Suite at Waldorf Astoria, Orlando

Sponsor of Meeting: FL Sister Society & OM Financial Group

Meeting Topic: Happy Hour -- no speaker

Speakers: NA

Number of Attendees: 22

Community Charity Supported: NA

Dollars or Resources Donated: approx $500 from OM Financial Group

BUILDING RESILIENCE IN COMMUNITIES

June 20, 2022 | 0 Comments |
The Uganda Sister Society had both online and physical meetings.
The meeting was interactive with sisters from across Africa. The focus was on how women in various communities have adapted to the new normal, from online beginners sewing lessons to mask production. Simple innovations which started as survival gimmicks are now enterprises with backup loans from the cooperative sector. Apex's representation in these meetings is always welcomed. Society welcomed He for She representation and wrapped up with the cutting of cake and visitation to the display counters of merchandise made by women.

May 02, 2022 | 0 Comments |
The Arizona and Colorado Sister Societies welcomed 60 attendees at the GWLN Breakfast Meeting held at MWCUA's Annual Meeting & Convention on April 27, 2022 in Colorado Springs, Colorado.  The group heard GWLN and WOCCU updates, including how to support the Ukrainian Credit Union Displacement Fund.  Next speaker Melanie Spring spoke on the topic of Rock Your Life, providing tools on owning your personal brand and planning for your best future.  Then a panel of credit union management and board female leaders answered questions on leadership through different lenses.  Finally, we wrapped up a service project benefitting Colorado Children's Hospital, with attendees sending nearly 100 encouraging e-cards to patients and staff, as well as $2000 in gift cards for patient families.  We were joined by the Young Professionals group, as well as several "he for she" colleagues.  It was wonderful to be together!

Fall in Arizona - Sister Society Zoom Call Recap

October 29, 2021 | 0 Comments |
We held our fourth Zoom networking event of 2021 with a joint Phoenix - Southern Arizona Sister Society call on Thursday, October 28, 2021.  The call was facilitated by Karen Bejarano (VP - Arizona Branch Operations) and Sarah Hancotte (VP of Strategy) both with TruWest Credit Union, and Leah Friedenberg (SVP of Operations) with Pima Federal Credit Union.  In terms of community support, the team heard from Leslie Croy, Stewardship Manager with Maggie's Place, about her organization's efforts to provide resources pregnant women in the community and how we can help.  Additionally, Dr. Dan Santangelo, SVP of Association Services and Executive Director of MWCUA Foundation, discussed professional development opportunities and the exciting CUs for Hunger Relief Initiative.  Finally, Sarah Marshall, founder and principal of Profound Hope Industries, led a discussion on authenticity in leadership.  All 34 attendees benefitted greatly from the content, enthusiasm, and networking and look forward to future opportunities to meet in-person.

North Texas Sister Society

August 18, 2021 (February 10, 2022) | 0 Comments |

North Texas Sister Society - 2021-8-18 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: North Texas

meeting_location of Meeting: zoom

Speakers: Meeting Recording: Click here
Access Passcode: F=^1dDsM

Number of Attendees: 22

Arizona Sister Society Networking Recap

July 28, 2021 | 0 Comments |
The Phoenix and Southern Arizona Sister Societies partnered for a joint Sister Society Zoom call on Tuesday, July 27, 2021.  Arizona State Treasurer Kimberly Yee shared her leadership journey as the first Asian American woman elected to statewide office in Arizona's history, as well as her efforts to include financial literacy curriculum in state high schools.  Next, Rainy Theon, CEO of Community Choice Credit Union discussed her path to personal and professional growth and self-care.  Finally, the group of 65 participants enjoyed a roundtable discussion on positive occurrences and 'silver linings' as we navigate through the pandemic environment.  Several themes emerged - the need for empathetic leadership, female peers lifting one another up, and women increasing our confidence to take the leap for career and growth opportunities.  Karen Bejarano, VP of Branch Operations at TruWest Credit Union, and Leah Friedenberg, SVP of Operations at Pima Federal Credit Union, facilitated the networking event.  The teams look forward to rounding out the year with a fall/winter meetup with community non-profit component. 

Sacramento Sister Society addresses the Elephant in the Room

June 17, 2021 | 0 Comments |

Ronaldo Hardy is the Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at CU Strategic Planning and the former CEO of Southwest Louisiana FCU.  Ronaldo shared an important presentation and lead a discussion on the topic of race and gender. 

We all know this can get a little awkward, but it’s a conversation we can’t avoid. What conversations do minorities in your organization desire to have with you? Does your leadership communicate exclusion or inclusion? Learn how to build a diverse team, and an organization where everyone feels both welcomed and a chance at equal opportunity.

North Texas Sister Society

May 19, 2021 | 0 Comments |

North Texas Sister Society - 2021-5-11 Recap

Sister Society Chapter: North Texas

meeting_location of Meeting: zoom

Meeting Topic: Technology Driven CU's

Speakers: Becky Reed - CEO Lone Star CU

Number of Attendees: 49