Feedback from CUES Emerge participants


Kyle Sanders
VP, Branch Experience
Launch CU

Leslie Dombalis
Vice President, Loan Originations Document Support
NC SECU


Guy Thill
Manager, IT Service & Software Delivery
Altra FCU

Take the leap! Being part of CUES Emerge is something that I won’t forget. I built connections with other credit union employees, increased my confidence in writing a business case and learned information from the sessions that I can continue to put into practice beyond the program! The staff is fun, the teams are fun and the program as a whole is life changing!

Completing the CUES Emerge Program has truly challenged me to deepen my way of thinking in the best way possible! This is an experience I didn’t know I needed. After the first class I was hooked. I am forever thankful for each person who was on this journey with me and highly recommend this program!

Samya Gauthier
MyBranch Quality Assurance Supervisor
Pelican State CU


Cody Joyner
Business Integration Engineer II / Supervisor
BayPort CU

CUES Emerge has been an awesome experience! The Virtual Classroom sessions were engaging and thought provoking and packed with information that I could immediately put to use in my daily professional and personal life. The Mastermind sessions forced me to get out of my comfort zone as I thought about my business case and how to approach defining the problem. Finally, the amazing individuals were all open and willing to answer questions, provide feedback and listen.

I encourage all rising leaders to apply. You will experience collaborative conversations among the cohort and staff as you complete weekly learning tasks. Great program, great mentors and great learning materials. Go CUES Emerge!

Zsanetta Yerby
Mortgage Loan Servicer
Spectra CU


Naomi Stacy
Channel Services Operations Supervisor
TwinStar CU

I would recommend the CUES Emerge program because it thoroughly explains how to write a business case and the support required to write the case was great. I learned a lot from each Mastermind session and my team leader was was so supportive up until the very end.

I cannot express enough how incredible this opportunity was! Not only did I get to learn from specialists in various fields and learn from my peers, I identified a need for my organization and one that I strongly feel could benefit the credit union industry as a whole!

Jana Chamberlin
Instructional Design Manager
Northwest FCU


Angela Harden
Facilities Assistant Manager
Bay FCU

The content and guest speakers were fantastic and engaging, and I absolutely loved our Mastermind sessions! It was so great getting to know like-minded individuals in credit unions throughout the country and hear their unique perspectives. I can’t speak more highly of the whole experience.

I would recommend CUES Emerge for both the Virtual Classroom presentations and the community element of meeting and discussing topics with other individuals. In group discussions, it was amazing to hear from other people in the credit union industry and bounce ideas off each other to hear unique perspectives.

Winter Kersey
Relationship Advisor
Mazuma CU


Jessica McNier Digital Solutions Lending Manager Wanigas CU

Jessica McNier
Digital Solutions Lending Manager
Wanigas CU

The content that CUES has is phenomenal. I have had the opportunity to explore other learning platforms and I feel that the content available via CUES is above and beyond. A fresh approach to our industry.

It has been a great pleasure to meet such inspiring leaders. I would recommend CUES Emerge to anyone in the credit union movement looking to increase their network, build a robust business case and have fun along the way.

Alex Hsu
VP, Planning & Change Management
SchoolsFirst FCU


Amanda Knodel Chief Operations Officer Pinnacle CU

Amanda Knodel
Chief Operations Officer
Pinnacle CU

I now look forward to Wednesdays just because of this program. I love the Virtual Classroom sessions, but I truly love the discussion and support that I get from the Mastermind sessions every other week. Networking and honest discussion is the most beneficial to me.

I’ve really enjoyed the Virtual Classroom courses. I found them inspiring and directly applicable to my business case development.
Taylor Tarras Member Lending Supervisor Royal CU

Taylor Tarras
Member Lending Supervisor
Royal CU


Aziza Gary Financial Wellness Manager MECU

Aziza Gary
Financial Wellness Manager
MECU

I really learned a lot! This program is and will continue to be an asset to me for years to come.

It’s truly been an amazing experience and I am humbled by all the talent the credit union industry continues to support and grow. I am so lucky to be a part of this amazing journey and I know I will grow from this experience and be able to bring that understanding and knowledge back to my credit union.
Shannon Huot Chief Experience Officer Educators CU

Shannon Huot
Chief Experience Officer
Educators CU


Amber Stutzman Member Loyalty Manager Oregon Community CU

Amber Stutzman
Member Loyalty Manager
Oregon Community CU

This program has been life changing, especially as I navigate credit union culture, processes and procedures.

Achieving the CUES Emerging Leader award is a badge of honor. It goes far beyond titles, degrees, certificates and accolades. It’s an opportunity to shatter the shackles of one’s doubt and transcend personal limitations.

Lindsey Walker
Project Manager
Tampa Bay FCU


Keli Boudreaux Payroll and Benefits Specialist Pelican State CU

Keli Boudreaux
Payroll and Benefits Specialist
Pelican State CU

This has been such a wonderful opportunity and I have learned so much from my fellow participants. The classes have all been such a learning experience and I am just so grateful to be a part of it.

I love the Mastermind sessions! I wish I could just brainstorm with my team full time! And the Virtual Classroom courses have been so incredibly valuable and have provided immediate takeaways that I have already incorporated.
Terry Hagio Technical Implementation Manager Alliant CU

Terry Hagio
Technical Implementation Manager
Alliant CU


Paige Beffort Branch Manager Air Academy FCU

Paige Beffort
Branch Manager
Air Academy FCU

I love the resources we are getting in the Virtual Classroom sessions. I find myself sharing with my branch manager team, and it all seems to be so timely!