Behind the Scenes
Meet the CUES Emerge Team
About CUES
For over 60 years, CUES has advanced the credit union movement by developing exceptional, purpose-driven leaders who meet the unique needs of their organizations and the communities they serve. CUES partners with credit unions to elevate the leaders of today and tomorrow through exclusive networking and event opportunities, programs that facilitate personal and professional development, and unmatched digital and in-person learning experiences. Visit CUES.org to learn how CUES helps credit unions lead the way in shaping the future.
About Currency Marketing
Founded in 1990, Currency Marketing is the leading credit union-focused financial education firm. The It’s a Money Thing Financial Education Program helps credit unions attract, educate and inspire young adult members, and provides education and financial training for members and staff. In addition, Currency Marketing partners with CUES to manage the CUES Emerge program aimed at celebrating the best emerging credit union leaders and their ideas.
About Envision Excellence
Envision Excellence is a leadership consulting firm that provides leadership development programs for managers and executives, keynote speeches, team building and leadership assessments. Laurie Maddalena is a sought-after keynote speaker and leadership trainer known for her engaging, impactful sessions that not only leave audiences inspired, but spur them into action. Desiree Musselman is a leadership coach and professional trainer who works with new and mid-level leadership. She has designed full leadership development programs for existing and upcoming leaders focusing on soft skills, including emotional intelligence, communication skills, team dynamics and work/life integration. Envision Excellence will be providing executive coaching to our winner and runners up.
