MADISON, Wis.—In honor of retired CO-OP Financial Services CEO Stan Hollen, CUES is inviting applications for two full-tuition scholarships to its Payments University, developed by CUES and CO-OP Financial Services.
Payments University features a unique blended learning format, with two live-taught, online learning sessions happening ahead of a two-day, in-person session in Denver August 13-14, 2018, according to the two organizations.
“Over the years, Stan has made significant contributions to the industry, which led to his induction into the CUES Hall of Fame in 2003,” said John Pembroke, CUES' president/CEO. “We’re pleased to pay tribute to him by offering this scholarship."
Added Joe Franklin, VP-experiential marketing and engagement with CO-OP, “Payments University focuses on practical tools, not just theory. Attendees will leave Payments University armed with everything they need to prepare for an uncertain and rapidly changing competitive landscape, and the ability to develop a comprehensive payments program once they return home.”
Making Connections
Attendees who complete all course work and an assigned project will earn the Certified Payments Strategist (CPS) designation.
“We’re pleased to once again work with CO-OP Financial Services to bring Payments University to the industry,” said Pembroke. “One of the unique features of this school is that attendees get to know each other ahead of the in-person classes, so when they meet face-to-face in Denver, they’ve already started connecting. Payments University also includes plenty of networking time, including receptions each day, and dinner on Monday evening. We’ve received tremendous positive feedback from previous attendees on that front.”
According to the two organizations, industry leaders interested in applying for the scholarship must be active CUES members and willing to share experiences and insights gained at Payments University through CUES publications. Applications will be evaluated based on financial need and dedication to the credit union profession. The deadline is June 15, 2018.
For info, visit cues.org/Payments