MADISON, Wis. – Entries are being accepted through Sept. 18 for the Excellence in Lending Awards, which recognize outstanding lending results and practices by credit unions.
Credit unions demonstrating an ability to reach their members’ needs through innovative means are excellent award candidates and are encouraged to apply.
The Excellence in Lending Awards program was established in 2000 by the CUNA Lending Council and CUNA Mutual Group to identify, recognize and share examples of lending excellence within the credit union movement. The award recognizes credit unions for their ability to serve members while sustaining sound financial performance.
Credit unions, who meet award criteria, are eligible for an Excellence in Lending Award in the following categories in two asset size groups, above and below $250 million: Business Lending, Consumer lending and Mortgage Lending. Another category, Low/Modest Means Lending is not divided by assets.
All affiliated credit unions in the United States are eligible, except for credit unions that received an award in the last three years. Credit union applications will be evaluated on the following categories: strategy (40 points), programs (30 points), and performance (30 points). Recipients will be chosen for their distinction in business lending, consumer lending (including home equity), mortgage lending, and low/modest means lending for the year 2014.
Winners of the awards will be announced at the CUNA Lending Council’s Annual Conference Nov. 8-11 in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. Airfare, hotel and conference registration for one representative of each winning credit union is included with the award.
For info:http://www.cunacouncils.org/events-recognition/lending-awards-program/excellence-in-lending-awards/.