The Way To Lead
For more than 60 years, CUES has helped credit unions develop leaders who strengthen organizations, serve members, and advance the movement.
CUES Membership provides exclusive access to industry-leading learning opportunities, valuable connections, leadership resources, event savings, and a community of more than 58,000 credit union professionals.
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The CUES Credit Union Leadership Standard, created with credit union leaders for credit union leaders, provides a common framework for defining and developing leadership excellence. Members can also access the CUES Leadership Diagnostic, a practical tool that helps individuals understand their strengths and identify opportunities for growth.
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Membership Benefits
Individual Memberships
Available to credit union staff or directors
Unlimited Memberships
One group rate covers all credit union staff and directors
Unlimited+ Memberships
One group rate covers all credit union staff and directors
Built on the leadership competencies refined through more than 60 years of serving credit union leaders, the CUES Leadership Diagnostic helps organizations identify strengths, uncover development opportunities, and gain actionable insights to strengthen leadership effectiveness and support future growth.
Focused, hour-long sessions that provide an introductory dive into the core competencies identified in the CUES Leadership Diagnostic, breaking down key leadership concepts into accessible, actionable discussions.
Build the confidence and clarity needed to serve as an effective credit union board member. This updated pathway helps directors understand their governance responsibilities, support governance in strategic leadership vs operational leadership, strengthen boardroom decision-making, interpret key reports, oversee strategy and risk, and lead with long-term member value in mind.
Members – access through the "myCUES Learning" section of your myCUES Dashboard.
Strengthen the committee’s ability to provide independent oversight and protect member interests. This pathway focuses on the supervisory committee’s role, audit responsibilities, internal controls, fraud awareness, documentation, and working effectively with auditors and examiners.
Members – access through the "myCUES Learning" section of your myCUES Dashboard.
Equip board liaisons with the tools and practices needed to support strong board operations. This pathway clarifies how the liaison role supports meeting preparation, communication, documentation, onboarding, follow-up, and governance continuity without replacing the authority of the board or CEO.
Members – access through the "myCUES Learning" section of your myCUES Dashboard.
Easily track your learning progress and elevate your professional development in the streamlined, AI-powered myCUES Dashboard.
CUESNet is now more accessible and engaging than ever. Enjoy a fresh design, mobile app, and member spotlights. This online networking tool is dedicated to helping you easily connect and share with other CUES members.
Easily access and download credit union policy and procedure documents shared by fellow members, and contribute your own for others to use in the member community library. Members – access CUESNet in the "Key Benefits" section of your myCUES Dashboard.
Easily expand your skillset in any soft skill or leadership topic you can imagine with CUES Learning Portal, where you’ll find access to top-notch courses and engaging Learning Journeys. Members–access CUES Learning Portal through the award-winning myCUES Dashboard.
The closest thing to in-person learning, online! Participants can talk and interact with peers and experts, problem-solve, and build relationships, right from their desk. This is the perfect tool for staff with a limited professional development budget, and a great way to offer learning to up-and-coming employees.
2026 Session Line-Up:
September 30 — Boosting Optimism During Challenging Times
October 22 — The Disappearing Middle Class: How Credit Unions Must Adapt
November 10 — The Power of Connection: Unlocking Communication, Trust & Impact
Build strong, effective mentor relationships, and find tips on ways to find a good match in a mentor with the practical tools found in this guide. CUES Members can download the guide from the “Exclusive Member Resources” tab in their myCUES Dashboard. Non-members can learn more by clicking the button below.
This guide offers actionable tips, strategies, and resources on building a highly effective board-level mentoring program for fostering growth and driving positive change. CUES Members can download the guide from the “Exclusive Member Resources” tab in their myCUES Dashboard. Non-members can learn more by clicking the button below.
Welcome to Credit Union Leadership is a guide for executives who are new to the credit union industry.
Use this resource to help you embark on your new career. CUES Members can download the guide from the “Exclusive Member Resources” tab in their myCUES Dashboard. Non-members can learn more by clicking the button below.
Learn directly from industry experts while connecting with peers at these in-person regional networking events. Plus, you can attend at the special member price!
Making a presentation, creating a budget, negotiating a contract—you face challenges like these every day. CUES has partnered with Harvard ManageMentor®, an online resource program which includes more than 40 topics addressing these critical management issues and more. Each online topic includes the practical advice and tools you need to succeed. Members–access through your myCUES Dashboard.
Boost your team’s leadership and management skills with quarterly Harvard ManageMentor courses, combining e-learning and live facilitation for practical, expert-driven development. These specialized courses combine proven leadership practices with relatable content and tools.
2026 Session Line-Up:
- February 19 – Creativity and Innovation
May 19 — Leading People
July 14 — Difficult Interactions
October 20 — Strategic Planning & Execution
Enhance your board’s effectiveness with quarterly sessions that combine e-learning and live facilitation, providing tailored insights and actionable feedback from governance experts.
2026 Session Line-Up:
- March 19 – Leading for Your Future Organization
- June 18 – Making Your Mark: Creating Impact as a Credit Union Board Director
- September 17 – Governance Strategy Session (details coming soon)
November 19 – Strategic Planning for Your Board
Prepare your credit union for the future with our Succession Planning Guide, designed for all sizes and regions to build strong leadership pipelines and ensure smooth transitions.
Build your future leadership pipeline by learning how to easily ID the skills you need in high potential future leaders. Then, discover how to help them to realize their own potential. CUES Members can download the guide from the “Exclusive Member Resources” tab in their myCUES Dashboard. Non-members can learn more by clicking the button below.
A must for new board members! This guide explains a board member’s roles and responsibilities, covers credit union philosophy, and discusses board best practices. CUES Members can download the Toolkit from the “Exclusive Member Resources” tab in their myCUES Dashboard. Non-members can learn more by clicking the button below.
Address your organization's top challenges in a personalized two-hour session with expert CUES consultants, receiving tailored recommendations and actionable feedback for lasting impact.
Equip your board with expert-led, two one-hour sessions to uncover critical needs and gain strategic insights for improved decision-making and governance.
Attract and retain well-qualified staff at every level when you benchmark your organization’s compensation against others based on asset size, region, and membership size. Participate for even deeper insight and easy reporting.
Experience the value of CUES before becoming a member.
Start a free trial to explore our resources, or schedule a walkthrough with our team to learn how CUES Membership can support your professional growth and leadership journey.
Membership FAQs
CUES’ mission is to educate and develop credit union CEOs, executives, directors and future leaders. Therefore, any credit union employees, including staff and directors, can join CUES.
Have additional questions? Schedule a membership walkthrough with our team.
Once you join CUES, you’ll have access to the Member Help Center. Here you’ll find many tips on ways to get the most from your membership, including helpful links and videos. Simply log into cues.org and select “Member Help Center,” from the top navigation bar on cues.org.
Have additional questions? Schedule a membership walkthrough with our team.
Membership dues are based upon membership type and asset level. See the Membership Pricing section above.
Is CUES a good fit for me in my role? Yes! No matter your role, we have what you need:
- CEOs—Develop yourself, your executive team, and your board with one-of-a-kind networking and learning opportunities created exclusively for credit unions.
- Executives—Tap into the ultimate in professional development for you and your staff, and gain the tools and insights you need to take you, and your credit union, to the next level.
- Talent & HR Professionals—Help your organization win the war for talent with tools to assist you in attracting, developing and retaining the top credit union professionals your organization needs to thrive.
- Credit Union Staff—Find tools to grow professionally, including many learning opportunities that don’t require travel or time away from the office.
- Board Liaisons—You’ll find professional development opportunities specifically designed for your role at the credit union.
- Board Chairs—Discover multiple benefits to help enhance your leadership role and assist your board members in understanding theirs.
- Directors—Better understand your fiduciary responsibilities and strengthen your presence on the board with membership benefits just for you.
Current and future credit union leaders fit right in at CUES. Join today, and you’ll soon be networking with a talented group of colleagues.
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