The NASCUS State System Summit is the only national opportunity where regulators and credit unions work together to promote a strong and innovative state credit union system. Register yourself and bring a NASCUS Summit first timer free!** (See below for details on this special offer.)

Just Announced: New NCUA Chairman to Address Summit Attendees on August 21!

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See Who is Attending the 2008 Summit

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Who should attend:

• State Regulators, Chief Deputies and Senior Examiners
• Credit Union CEOs and Management
• Credit Union Directors (Pre-Summit Directors College is August 20!)
• Credit Union League Executives
• Other Supporters of the Dual Chartering System

Notable Speakers include:

• Kevin Byrne, senior compliance consultant, Wolters Kluwers

• Brad Cunningham, vice president, financial consulting services, WesCorp

• Jim Devine, commercial lending consultant and trainer

• Dennis Dollar, former NCUA Chairman

• Franklin Drake, frequent NASCUS Speaker, partner at Smith Debnam, LLC

• Gavin Gee, Director, Idaho Department of Finance

• Kevin Fincher, partner, Clifton Gunderson LLP

• Michael Fryzel, NCUA Chairman

• Richard Hagar, nationally known real estate expert

• Paul Hazen, president of the National Cooperative Business Association

• George Reynolds, NASCUS Chairman, Senior Deputy Commissioner, Georgia Department of Banking and Finance

• Bryan Sims, brass|MEDIA Founder and CEO

• Jeff Thredgold, renowned economist, speaker and author

• Catherine Tierney, president/CEO, Community First Credit Union, Appleton, WI

• Mendell Thompson, NASCUS Credit Union Advisory Council Chairman, America's Christian Credit Union, Glendora, CA

•Tom Schauer, CEO of TrustCC

During the Summit, experts from across the nation will update attendees on a variety of hot button topics, including:

• ALM Strategies for Challenging Times
• UBIT Update
• What's New in Corporate Governance
• Nationwide Economic Outlook
• Compliance Updates: Truth in Lending and Truth in Savings
• State Regulators' Responses to the Mortgage Crisis
• Member Business Lending
• Membership Growth Solutions
• Interstate Branching
• And more!

**Special Offer: the NASCUS Summit is a must attend for many – virtually all attendees come back year after year. In 2008, Summit attendees are invited to bring along a NASCUS Summit first timer for free! (*Complimentary registration fee valid for first time credit union or regulators attendees only – does not pertain to spouses, guests or optional activities. NASCUS reserves the right to limit complimentary slots - register early!)

Summit News

August 1, 2008 - New NCUA Chairman Michael Fryzel to Address NASCUS State System Summit

July 8, 2008 - NASCUS Plans High-Level and Hands-On Essential UBIT Sessions at the State System Summit

June 12, 2008 - Early Bird savings rate for the NASCUS State System Summit is extended to Monday, June 30. Register today and save $100!

March 26, 2008 - Idaho State Regulator Gavin Gee and brass|MEDIA’s Bryan Sims Added to NASCUS Summit Agenda

February 25, 2008 - NASCUS Annual State System Summit Features Renowned Experts in MBL, Housing, Compliance and Regulatory Issues

2008 State System Summit Logistics

Lodging: The Westin Seattle is located in downtown Seattle – just steps away from the Pike Place Market and the Space Needle.

For reservations by phone, dial 1-888-627-8513 and ask for the NASCUS room block at the Westin Seattle. The NASCUS rate is $199. NASCUS regulator members qualify for a reduced rate based on the government per diem – currently $170.

For reservations online, attendees booking rooms at the $199 rate may also do so at this link. Regulators booking rooms at the government rate can click here.

The NASCUS room block has expired. Email jenny@nascus.org about lodging.

Transportation: The Westin Seattle is located about 13 miles from the Seattle-Tacoma International airport. Available ground transportation includes taxi or shuttle bus service. The fare for a one-way taxi ride is approximately $35.

The Downtown Airporter shuttle bus by Gray Line provides affordable transportation to and from the airport. You can find Grayline’s information desk at the baggage claim area of the airport. The prices are approximately $11 one way and $17 roundtrip. For additional shuttle information and reservations, call Gray Line at 800-426-7532 or visit the website at www.graylineseattle.com.

Agenda: The Summit begins at 8:00 a.m. on August 21 and concludes at noon on August 23, 2008. To view the agenda, click here.

The Pre-Summit Board of Directors School is on August 20 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Click here for more information.

NASCUS Board and Committee meetings will be August 19 and 20. To view a draft schedule of the business meetings, click here.

Silent Auction:NASCUS is planning its third annual silent auction to benefit the Children's Miracle Network on August 21. This year, NASCUS is holding a Silent Art Auction.

To donate, please send artwork to NASCUS, CMN Silent Auction, 1655 North Fort Myer Drive, Suite 300, Arlington, VA 22209. Children's Miracle Network is an international non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds for and awareness of children's hospitals.

Registration Fees: NASCUS members: $845; non-members: $1,045; small credit unions (under $10 million in assets: $595; and spouses/guests: $300.

All refunds/cancellations must be made in writing by August 1, 2008 and are subject to a $75 administrative fee. No refunds will be expected after this date. Substitutions are permitted at any time.

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Sponsor the 2008 Summit!
Download information here about 2008 State System Summit sponsorship opportunities.

Questions? Contact NASCUS at (703) 528-5974 or email jenny@nascus.org.

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