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SUMMARY:Luminate Live - Marketing Magic
DESCRIPTION:✨ MARKETING MAGIC is coming to Luminate Live! ✨ \nMark your calendar for November 4th\, because we’re talking about something every marketer needs to hear: \nPeople connect with people\, not perfection. 💥 \nForget the perfectly polished posts and picture-perfect feeds. Sometimes the content that connects the MOST is the content that feels human\, relatable\, spontaneous\, and REAL. \nAnd our next Luminate Live speaker knows a thing or two about making that magic happen! 🪄 \nRachel Rushe from St. Tammany has tapped into the world of TikTok trends\, authentic content\, and showing up in a way that gets people watching\, laughing\, engaging\, and connecting. \nNow she’s ready to spill a few of her secrets with her credit union people! \n✨ Be real. Be relatable. Make some marketing magic. \nRegister Now
URL:https://luminate.coop/events/luminate-live-marketing-magic/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Virtual Proctoring
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Proctoring Services for Online Exams\nLuminate is pleased to offer virtual proctoring services to support online exams in a secure\, convenient environment. This option allows testers to complete their exams remotely while meeting all proctoring requirements. \nEach testing session is conducted within a two-hour testing window. Testers must have access to a computer equipped with reliable audio and video capabilities\, as live monitoring is required throughout the exam. \nTo participate\, testers must complete two required registrations: \n\nRegister for a Luminate virtual proctoring session for their desired test date and time.\nRegister with America’s Credit Unions at least two weeks prior to the scheduled exam date. This advance registration is necessary to allow sufficient time for America’s Credit Unions to issue the enrollment key\, which must be received before the exam can be administered.\n\nTimely registration is essential to ensure all requirements are met and testing can proceed without delay. For questions regarding eligibility\, technical requirements\, or scheduling\, please contact Luminate staff for assistance. \nRegister Now
URL:https://luminate.coop/events/virtual-proctoring-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Virtual Proctoring
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Proctoring Services for Online Exams\nLuminate is pleased to offer virtual proctoring services to support online exams in a secure\, convenient environment. This option allows testers to complete their exams remotely while meeting all proctoring requirements. \nEach testing session is conducted within a two-hour testing window. Testers must have access to a computer equipped with reliable audio and video capabilities\, as live monitoring is required throughout the exam. \nTo participate\, testers must complete two required registrations: \n\nRegister for a Luminate virtual proctoring session for their desired test date and time.\nRegister with America’s Credit Unions at least two weeks prior to the scheduled exam date. This advance registration is necessary to allow sufficient time for America’s Credit Unions to issue the enrollment key\, which must be received before the exam can be administered.\n\nTimely registration is essential to ensure all requirements are met and testing can proceed without delay. For questions regarding eligibility\, technical requirements\, or scheduling\, please contact Luminate staff for assistance. \nRegister Now \n 
URL:https://luminate.coop/events/virtual-proctoring-10/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Young Professionals Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:Sparking Career Development\nPresented by Chad Miller\, President/CEO\, Southwest Louisiana Credit Union \nWhere do you want your career to take you\, and how do you get there? Chad Miller went from Consumer Loan Officer to CEO in the span of five years. In this session he shares what he learned along the way and the tools that help young professionals grow. \nAttendees will learn how to get a big-picture view of how a credit union operates\, why it helps to understand your organization’s strategic plan\, and how internal teams and personal development plans can build skills\, visibility\, and personal/professional opportunities. You’ll leave with practical ways to take ownership of your growth and better serve your members. \nAgenda\nWednesday\, November 18\nRegistration: 10:45 AM\nWatch party begins: 11:00 AM\nNetworking lunch: 12:00 PM \nRegistration & Watch Party Locations\nRegistration is complimentary\, but space is limited. Registration closes Friday\, November 13. \nThe watch party will be hosted at multiple locations\, with a virtual participation option available for the Alexandria Chapter. \nPlease register using the link for the location where you plan to attend. Each location has its own registration form\, so be sure to select your intended location. \nBaton Rouge & GNO Chapters\nFormation CU\n10289 Airline Hwy\nBaton Rouge\, LA 70816 \nRegister – Baton Rouge & GNO \nLafayette & Lake Charles Chapters\nMeritus Credit Union\n515 Guilbeau Rd\nLafayette\, LA 70506 \nRegister – Lafayette & Lake Charles \nMonroe & Shreveport Chapters\nCentric FCU\n213 Expo Circle\nWest Monroe\, LA 71292 \nRegister – Monroe & Shreveport \nAlexandria Chapter – Virtual Attendance\nParticipate virtually. Access details will be provided to registered attendees. \nRegister – Alexandria (Virtual) \nAbout the Speaker\nChad Miller has served as the President/CEO of Southwest Louisiana Credit Union since 2019. Chad began his working career in credit unions beginning in 2014\, serving in various roles such as Loan Officer\, Lending Supervisor\, COO\, and CEO. He has continued his personal development by earning his MBA and several Credit Union designations\, including certifications in Financial Counseling\, Compliance\, and Executive Management. Chad’s strong passion for community development and developing innovative Loan Products and Services has led to SWLACU being awarded over $6.5 Million in Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) Grant funding over the past 6 years. \nAs one of his proudest accomplishments\, Chad received the inaugural Enlighten Award from Luminate\, Louisiana Credit Union’s Association\, which recognized the credit union leader who exemplified the sixth cooperative principle of Cooperation among Cooperatives. This principle emphasizes the importance of collaboration among cooperatives to effectively serve their members and strengthen the movement. Chad leads by the cooperative principles and believes that love for the members and community should drive strategy.
URL:https://luminate.coop/events/young-professionals-bootcamp/
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SUMMARY:CU Intersect Conference 2027
DESCRIPTION:CU Intersect is returning to New Orleans\, and registration for 2027 is officially open! \nJoin credit union CEOs\, CISOs\, CIOs\, technology leaders\, and risk professionals from January 25-27\, 2027\, for three days of executive-level conversations focused on cybersecurity\, technology\, and resiliency. \nWhat You Can Expect\n\nStrategic insights on cybersecurity\, technology\, and risk\nPractical guidance on AI governance and emerging technologies\nPeer discussions with credit union leaders from across the country\nInteractive sessions and networking opportunities\nA live recording of the Grow Your Credit Union Podcast\n\nUse code LUMINATE27 for a $100 discount. \nRegister Now
URL:https://luminate.coop/events/cu-intersect-conference-2027/
LOCATION:New Orleans
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SUMMARY:2027 National Governmental Affairs Conference
DESCRIPTION:America’s Credit Unions’ Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC) brings together credit union advocates from across the country in Washington\, D.C.\, to connect with industry leaders\, hear from influential speakers and advocate for the credit union movement on Capitol Hill. \nLuminate is pleased to help Louisiana credit unions prepare for GAC by providing access to the Louisiana League housing block and important housing information below. \nRegister Now \nGAC Housing for Louisiana Credit Unions\nLuminate is working with America’s Credit Unions to provide Louisiana credit unions with access to a designated GAC housing block through onPeak\, the official GAC housing provider. \nThe Louisiana League housing block can only be accessed using the dedicated link and password below. This information is not available on the general GAC website. \nReserve Your Room\nLouisiana Housing Link:\nhttps://compass.onpeak.com/e/42ACU27/in/category/43347 \nPassword: 2027Jazz \nThe password is case sensitive. \nHotel Options \n\nCourtyard by Marriot Convention Center\, $339 avg/night\, 0.1 miles walking distance (Sold Out)\nThe Westin DC Downtown\, $401 avg/night\, 0.1 miles walking distance (Sold Out)\nHampton Inn Convention Center\, $319 avg/night\, 0.3 miles walking distance\nHyatt House Convention Center\, $339 avg/night\, 0.4 miles walking distance\nGrand Hyatt Washington\, $370 avg/night\, 0.4 miles walking distance (Sold Out)\n\nHow to Make a Reservation\nBooking your room through the Louisiana League housing block is easy: \n\nAccess the Louisiana housing block using the link above.\nEnter the password 2027Jazz. Note that the password is case sensitive.\nSelect your preferred hotel. We have three hotel options this year.\nCreate a password for your reservation to protect your credit card information.\nSelect your arrival and departure dates.\nEnter your guest and payment information.\nComplete your reservation.\n\nA major credit card is required for all reservations at the time of booking. Your card will not be charged at the time the reservation is made. \nCredit unions may make individual reservations or book as a group\, with a maximum of 10 rooms per group. \nImportant Housing Dates\nDecember 18\, 2026\nLast Day to Cancel Without Penalty \nReservations cancelled on or before December 18 will not be charged a cancellation fee. \nBeginning December 19\, 2026\nCancellation Fee Applies \nReservations cancelled after December 18 will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to one night’s room rate plus tax\, per room. \nJanuary 15\, 2027\nHousing Deadline \nAll housing reservations must be entered into the housing system by this date. \nFebruary 11\, 2027\nLast Day for Changes Through onPeak \nAll reservations\, changes and cancellations must be made through the Housing Bureau by 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time. \nFebruary 12–16\, 2027\nHotel Transfer Period \nDuring this period\, onPeak will transfer reservation information to the hotels. No reservation changes can be made during this time. \nBeginning February 17\, 2027\nContact Your Hotel Directly \nBeginning February 17\, all changes and cancellations must be made directly with your hotel. \nCancellations will also be subject to a fee equal to one night’s room rate plus tax. \nHotel Waitlist\nAttendees must have an existing hotel reservation through onPeak before submitting a waitlist request. \nIf accommodations matching your request become available\, a member of the onPeak team will contact you no later than February 12\, 2027. \nSubmit A Waitlist Request \nPlease note: Changes made after February 12 may result in a cancellation fee for your original hotel reservation. \nNeed Housing Assistance?\nonPeak is the official housing provider for GAC. \nFor attendee housing assistance\, contact: \n\nGAC General Housing\n855-906-2270\n\nWhen calling\, let the representative know that you are trying to book a reservation within the Luminate Louisiana Credit Unions League sub-block. \nHave the following information available: \n\nLeague: Luminate Louisiana Credit Unions\nPassword: 2027Jazz\n\nBooking Process Walkthrough\nNeed additional help navigating the onPeak reservation system? America’s Credit Unions has provided a recorded walkthrough of the housing booking process. \nWatch the Walkthrough \nPlease note: This webinar was recorded for the 2019 GAC. While the booking process remains applicable\, please disregard all dates mentioned in the recording.
URL:https://luminate.coop/events/2027-national-governmental-affairs-conference/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC
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