CUES Distinguished Director

Award Overview

CUES Distinguished Director honors strong volunteers whose achievements have strengthened their credit union. 

Who is Eligible?

Candidates must: 

  • Be a current CUES Director member. 
  • Be nominated by a current CUES member. 
  • Have rendered exceptional service and/or made outstanding contributions to strengthen their credit union and/or the industry 
  • Have not received this recognition previously.  
     

Applications

Applications are now open. The deadline to apply is June 13, 2025. 

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What Does the Winner Receive?

Prizes include:  

  • One complimentary registration to CUES Directors Conference 
  • In-person recognition and trophy presentation at CUES Directors Conference 
  • $1,000 to the charity of your choice  
     

Recognition: 

  • In addition to the above, winners will be celebrated through: 
  • A featured article on cumanagment.com 
  • Promotion on CUES channels 
  • An in-person interview with CUES CEO, Heather McKissick, focusing on leadership and contributions to the credit union industry 
     

Questions?

If you have any additional questions, please email awards@cues.org.

 

Meet the 2024 Winner

Learn more about Dr. Julia Cronin-Gilmore and her significant contributions to Cobalt Credit Union and the industry.

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