2011 LSCU Awards Proud to recognize those professionals, volunteers, and credit unions that have made outstanding contributions to the development and growth of the credit union movement.
Awards Overview Professional of the Year
The Credit Union Professional of the Year Award recognizes a credit union professional from Alabama and/or Florida that deserves recognition for their contributions to advance the credit union movement in their state and the nation. Winners of this award will be recognized for their lifetime achievements and efforts to help craft an environment that allows credit unions to grow and prosper in order to better serve their members. The Credit Union Volunteer of the Year Award recognizes the credit union volunteer from Alabama and/or Florida Individuals nominated for this award shall have a record who has selflessly contributed time, effort, and talent to the of one or more of the following: productive service to their credit union, the League and its subsidiaries, chapters, Credit development of the credit union movement in their state. Volunteers are an integral part of the credit union movement Union National Association, or service to the credit union movement of special Alabama or Florida significance and the and their contributions deserve recognition. Their contributions resonate throughout the credit union community by illuminating international credit union system. the most important part of the credit union structure. Entry submission must include the following: In addition to volunteer service at the individual credit union(s),
Volunteer of the Year
Overview of no more than 250 words that summarizes the accomplishments of the Professional, including all of the following: • Current and previous positions • Number of years involved with the credit union movement • Chapter involvement • Governmental affairs involvement • Service to the League and/or CUNA • Information on impact of Professional on credit union growth, service to members, service to the community and service to the credit union movement Up to two supporting documents that address the criteria listed above, such as news coverage, recognition for community service, etc.
nominees should have a record of involvement at the chapter level. State and national levels of involvement are also encouraged and highly looked upon. Entry submission must include the following: Overview of no more than 250 words that summarizes the service of the volunteer, including all of the following: • Volunteer’s current position • Number of years involved with the credit union movement • Number of years on the Board of Directors and other leadership positions • Committee involvement • Chapter involvement • Governmental affairs involvement • Service to the League and/or CUNA • Civic/community involvement • Educational efforts to enhance their credit union knowledge
Awards Overview Distinguished Service Award
The Distinguished Service Award recognizes lifelong service to the credit union movement reaching beyond the natural person credit union. Individuals who have a lengthy record of service to either Alabama and/or Florida credit unions that is substantive and encompasses a productive, voluntary effort exceeding the duties of regular employment are eligible. A nominee’s service record must reflect having produced a positive impact beyond an individual credit union. Achievement requires a contribution(s) which has benefited many credit unions. Entry submission must include the following:
Credit Union of the Year Award
The award recognizes an individual credit union for its outstanding achievements in the various areas of day-to-day operations, financial prowess, and community outreach. This award will be judged based on credit union asset sizes in the following categories: up to $100m, under $500m, and over $500m.
Overview of no more than 250 words that summarizes the Entry submission must include the following: individual’s service to a specific credit union and impact on Completed Financial Information Sheet the chapter, state and/or national credit union movement, including all of the following: Overview of no more than 250 words that summarizes • Current and previous positions at credit unions the achievements of the credit union, including • Number of years involved with the credit union movement accomplishments in areas such as: • Chapter involvement • Financial strength and performance • Governmental affairs involvement • New and improved services to members • Service to the League and/or CUNA • New activities or programs • Professional honors • Financial literacy/education efforts • Description of how service has positively impacted the • Community involvement chapter, state and/or national credit union movement • Community service • Legislative and grassroots advocacy Up to two supporting documents that address the criteria • Public relations/marketing listed above, such as news coverage, recognition for community service, etc.
Up to two supporting documents that address the above criteria, such as news coverage, recognition of community involvement, etc.
Brother’s Keeper Award
The Brother’s Keeper Award recognizes exceptional efforts by credit unions to provide ongoing assistance to developing credit unions through various means. Providing training, donating equipment, assisting with the implementation of new products or services, operational guidance and other services are all considered when granting this award. Entry submission must include the following: Overview of no more than 250 words that summarizes the credit union’s assistance to a developing credit union, including all of the following: • Name, asset size and location of credit union that has received assistance • Type of assistance provided, such as training, operational support, donated equipment • Number of years that assistance has been provided • Impact of assistance on developing credit union such as enhanced service to members, improved financial position, more knowledgeable staff and/or volunteers Letter from developing credit union outlining operational impact of assistance
Entry Submission Information Entry Requirements
Please read these instructions carefully. To ensure efficient processing of submission materials, all entries must include: • Completed entry form. • Financial information sheet if submitting entry for Outstanding Credit Union of the Year • An overview of no more than 250 words that summarizes the achievements of the individual or credit union in each of the areas listed for each award. • Up to two supporting documents that address the criteria listed in the description of each award, i.e. community involvement, press coverage, etc.
Entry Submission Deadline
Entry submissions must be received by the LSCU no later than Friday, April 15, 2011. Send to: LSCU Awards c/o Amy Jowers League Of Southeastern Credit Unions 3773 Commonwealth Blvd. Tallahassee, FL 32303 Contact Amy Jowers (amy.jowers@lscu.coop) at 866.231.0545 x1020 with questions or visit www.lscu.coop.
Selection Process
All LSCU nominations submitted will be reviewed by the LSCU Awards Committee, comprised of representatives from several LSCU member credit unions with a focus on credit union and community improvement. This diverse group proposes the winner to the LSCU board of directors to be ratified on the basis of the nominations and supporting information received. Any nomination submitted may be featured in various LSCU materials to demonstrate how credit unions and their leaders benefit their communities. Submission of a nomination indicates approval for the LSCU to use the nomination materials in its publications and advocacy efforts.
Award Presentation
Award winners will be notified confidentially. A public award presentation will be held during the 2011 AC&E in June.
Nomination Form Check One
Professional of the Year Distinguished Service Award Brother’s Keeper Award
Volunteer of the Year Credit Union of the Year
Name of Nominated Individual or Organization (Must Be LSCU Member Credit Union) ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Credit Union: _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone: (______)_____________________ Fax: (______)_____________________ Email: _____________________________ Position: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Name of Individual Submitting Nomination ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Credit Union: _______________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Telephone: (______)_____________________ Fax: (______)_____________________ Email: _____________________________ Instructions for submitting nomination materials are outlined in the “Entry Submission Information” section of this brochure. Nomination materials must be received by the LSCU by close of business on Friday, April 15, 2011. Entry submission items should be sent to: LSCU Awards, c/o Amy Jowers, 3773 Commonwealth Boulevard, Tallahassee FL 32303. Submissions may also be faxed to 850.558.1021 or emailed to amy.jowers@lscu.coop. Contact Amy Jowers (amy.jowers@lscu.coop) at 866.231.0545 x1020 with questions or visit www.lscu.coop.
Outstanding Credit Union of the Year Financial Information Name of Credit Union ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Asset Size Category (Check One) Under $100M Under $500M
Over $500M
Please provide the requested information and include the Financial Information form in your award package. Financial information is just one criterion that is used in the judging process. 12/31/09 Assets Number of Members Net Worth ROA Average Shares per Member Average Loan Balance Net Worth Growth Market (Share) Growth Loan Growth Asset Growth Membership Growth
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