85TH ANNUAL CONVENTION CONVENTION ANNOUNCEMENT As required by the Illinois Credit Union League bylaws, all member credit unions are hereby given official notice of the League’s 85th Annual Convention, April 16-18, 2015 at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center in Schaumburg, Illinois. The delegates meeting will take place on Thursday, April 16, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. at the Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel. Respectfully Submitted, Sean Rathjen, Secretary-Treasurer NEW! WE’VE GOT AN APP FOR THAT! Do you have a smart phone? You can keep up with all the convention details by downloading our new Annual Convention App complete with handouts, hotel info, daily agendas, local dining info, hotel floor plans and more! You’ll love the interactive features that allow you to customize your Annual Convention experience. Check the ICUL website for details. NEW! ELECTRONIC HANDOUTS Break-out session handouts will only be available in an electronic format for this year’s Annual Convention. You can bring them with you on your phone, tablet, laptop or on paper. We will have them ready to download by April 10. NEW! OPTIONAL CUPAC RED, WHITE & BREW FUNDRAISER Join us Thursday from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. for a wine, cheese and beer reception that benefits CUPAC. See the enclosed registration form for more details. FREE QUICKBITE ($100 SAVINGS) Every registered credit union will receive one certificate for a free 2015 ICUL QuickBite audio session, which includes a 60-day audio replay. UNDER 40? CRASH ICUL AC! A select group of first-time convention attendees, who are under age 40, will be selected to crash the convention. This is an opportunity to develop our future leaders who will participate in a unique program designed by their CU Reach peers. Complete the enclosed application and return it by March 13, 2015. CLOSING SESSION DRAWING Attendees at our closing session on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. will be eligible for a “must-bepresent to win” drawing where two people will each receive a $100 gift card from LSC. FRIDAY-ONLY OPTION Want to bring some extra staff? Now you can get a Friday-only rate of $130 per attendee which includes admission to the general session and the break-out education sessions as well as access to the exhibit hall and lunch. (Note: Friday-only registrations do not include the Chairman’s Reception.) CUPAC CORNER Visit the CUPAC Corner for information on how you can support CUPAC. Become a CUPAC Advocate and immediately receive your invitation to the exclusive Advocates/Capital Club/VIP Recognition breakfast held on Saturday. For your convenience, a membership application is included with this brochure (separate form). FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @ILLINOISLEAGUE Use the hashtag, #ILCUCONV, to tweet about your Convention experiences and be part of the conversation! CALL HOTEL DIRECTLY AT: 847-303-4100 Mention “Illinois Credit Union League’s Annual Convention” to obtain the special discounted group rates. RESERVE ONLINE: http://resweb.passkey.com/go/85thAnnualConvention Modern and spacious deluxe accommodations and each room includes a mini refrigerator, 32 inch flat screen TV and in mirror bathroom TV! 85TH ANNUAL CONVENTION STANDARD SPACIOUS ROOMS $151.00 per night plus tax HOTEL RESERVATIONS CLUB LEVEL DELUXE ROOMS Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Contact the hotel directly for their reservation, cancellation and 1551 N. Thoreau Drive Schaumburg, Illinois $176.00 per night plus tax (supply is limited) JR KING SUITE $201.00 per night plus tax check in/out policies or any special medical/physical needs. Suites are available upon request by contacting Melanie Murphy at the Illinois Credit Union League 630-983-3414 for a suite request form. Suite rates: 1 BR + parlor is $328 plus tax 2 BR + parlor is $472 plus tax All suite requests must have prior approval of the Illinois Credit Union League. AMPLE FREE PARKING! NO RESORT FEES! ANNUAL CONVENTION PROGRAM SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE THURSDAY, APRIL 16 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Registration Open 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. ICU Foundation Annual Meeting 1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. Pre-conference session – Supervisory/Board Training Free, Open to All Attendees 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. ICUL Annual Delegates Meeting 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Exhibit Hall Opening Reception - Sponsored by LSC Early Bird Drawing for those who arrive 4:00 – 4:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. CUPAC Red, White & Brew Fundraiser See separate registration form for event details and to purchase tickets FRIDAY, APRIL 17 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Registration Open 7:45 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. Attendee Continental Breakfast - Hosted by Federal Home Loan Bank 9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. NEW FORMAT! GENERAL SESSION - Sponsored by ASI 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. EXHIBIT HALL OPEN - Light Lunch Sponsored by CUNA Mutual Group 12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. CUES Networking Lunch Separate event ticket required 2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. ICU Foundation Raffle & LSC Drawings in Exhibit Hall 2:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. BREAKOUT SESSIONS 4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. CUPAC Annual Meeting 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. ICUL Chairman’s Reception SATURDAY, APRIL 18 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. CUPAC Advocates/Capitol Club Recognition Breakfast (by invitation only) 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Registration Open 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. BREAKOUT SESSIONS 10:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. CLOSING SESSION FRIDAY APRIL 17, 2015 NEW FORMAT! GENERAL SESSION & AWARDS 85TH ANNUAL CONVENTION CONVENTION HIGHLIGHTS THURSDAY APRIL 16, 2015 COMPLIMENTARY PRE-CONVENTION SESSION SUPERVISORY/BOARD TRAINING SPEAKER: Bob Glynn, McGladrey We are offering a free pre-convention session which is intended for board members or supervisory committee members and will fulfill the annual training requirement. No advance registration or tickets are required. DELEGATES MEETING The Annual Delegates meeting will be held Thursday April 16, 2015 from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. EXHIBIT HALL RECEPTION & EARLY BIRD DRAWING Visit with vendors and business partners at their booths while you enjoy refreshing beverages and snacks during the Exhibit Hall Reception sponsored by LSC, on Thursday from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Early birds who arrive between 4:00 – 4:30 p.m. will have a chance to enter a drawing to win one of four $50 gift cards from LSC. Friday morning will feature an entertaining and informative general session for all attendees. The new format is filled with a variety of segments including educational ones on hot-topics like EMV, tokenization & fraud. We’re taking the most in-demand breakout sessions and bringing them to all the attendees. In between, we will announce new programs and initiatives as well as showcase awards which honor individuals and credit unions for their accomplishments in the credit union movement. Sponsored by ASI. EXHIBIT HALL LUNCH & PRIZE DRAWINGS FORMING A “PARTNERSHIP” SPEAKERS: Mary Ann E. Pusateri (Niles Township Schools CU), Bonnie Soltesz (BAE CU), Ed Uhrik, (New Trier FCU), Les Willerth (VAMCO CU) Learn how four successful credit unions combined – a first in Illinois--using a three year strategic plan to form Partnership Financial CU while maintaining each ones individuality, and providing growth opportunities, enhanced member services, and a solid succession plan. ICUL CHAIRMAN’S RECEPTION Nibble on hors d’oeuvres and desserts while enjoying the entertaining sounds of SongBlast – Dueling Guitars. SATURDAY APRIL 18, 2015 Join us in the Exhibit Hall for a light lunch, sponsored by CUNA Mutual Group. LSC’s traditional “must be present to win” drawings will take place as well as the ICU Foundation Raffle drawing on Friday from 2:00 – 2:30 p.m. SAT. BREAKOUT SESSIONS CUES ILLINOIS COUNCIL LUNCHEON Come to this session for a roundtable Q&A discussion about the unique issues facing small credit unions. GIFT OF GAB! SPEAKER: Conor Cunneen CUES Illinois Council will hold a networking luncheon on Friday from 12:15 – 1:45 p.m. After lunch, Conor Cunneen shows that everyone can adopt and adapt the Gift of GAB to create an excellent environment and improved workplace as he illustrates the power of Goals, Attitude, Behavior. Tickets are required. See convention registration form for details. FRI. BREAKOUT SESSIONS LEGISLATIVE UPDATE SPEAKERS: Steve Olson, Keith Sias, Patrick Smith & Ashley Niebur Find out the latest developments and priorities for credit union legislation and regulations. WHAT DOES BIG DATA MEAN FOR CUs? SPEAKER: Fabio Biasella, Raddon Financial Group Big Data contains a wealth of information. Find out how CUs can use Big Data and why it matters. HOT TOPICS - NEW FORMAT Convention attendees will receive an email in early April asking to help choose the latest, up-to-date topics for roundtable-style discussions. It’s your chance to customize your learning menu! SMALL CU FORUM SPEAKER: Pam Williams, NCUA FRESH IDEAS FOR LENDING SPEAKERS: Robert Israelite, CUNA Mutual Group & Jason Osterhage, Alliant CU Learn about the latest mobile technologies that can make loan processes quick and easy for both your member and your staff, and hear how one credit union is using journey maps to improve the borrowing experience for its members. THE CO-OP TO CO-OP CONNECTION MODERATOR: Mike Beall, National Cooperative Business Association (NCBA) Examine traditional ways and discover new methods that connect credit unions and co-ops from all sectors from a panel of co-op leaders. CLOSING SESSION THE BUSINESS IN COOPERATIVE BUSINESS SPEAKER: Mike Beal, NCBA Explore the business side of the cooperative movement and find out how to grow memberships, grow revenue, and grow consumer awareness together. 85th ANNUAL CONVENTION PREMIER SPONSORS P. O. BOX 3107, NAPERVILLE, IL 60566-7107 PHONE: 800/942-7124 WWW.ICULEAGUE.COOP
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