Citing the new vision and new direction for the Credit Union National Association (CUNA), North Carolina State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) has re-joined CUNA as a member. Representatives from SECU and CUNA, including CUNA Board member and CEO of Local Government Federal Credit Union Maurice Smith, met on Wednesday to discuss the future of the trade association and its strategic objectives.
SECU has been vocal in its request for credit unions to have direct access to Credit Union National Association membership separate from any league membership requirement. Recently, CUNA members voted in favor of a bylaw change that allowed for direct access to either CUNA or leagues. CUNA Board member Maurice Smith was proactive in keeping SECU advised of changes being contemplated at CUNA and made convincing arguments about the critical role the “new” CUNA will play in the future of the Credit Union Movement.
SECU CEO Jim Blaine gives all of the credit for his Credit Union’s latest decision to Mr. Smith noting, “SECU has enjoyed a long, positive, highly-trusted working relationship with Maurice Smith as the CEO of LGFCU. Maurice believes in the future of CUNA and we look forward to working again with Jim Nussle and his team to make that future happen.”
Jim Nussle, President & CEO of CUNA, when told of SECU’s decision at the end of Wednesday’s meeting, remarked, “Welcome back — we’re glad to have your voice and advocacy.”
