RICHARDSON, Texas – Texans Credit Union's Marketing Team has received some 10 Lone Star Awards at the recent Texas Credit Union League Marketing Conference in Austin. Judging was based on results, creativity and educational content. There were a total of 351 entries received from 71 different Texas credit unions. The 10 awards received by Texans Credit Union included: Award of Merits for retail merchandising, outdoor advertising and miscellaneous; second place for outdoor advertising, newsletters, complete campaigns and print ads; and first place for newsletters, electronic marketing and special events. In addition, Texans CU Marketing Manager Colleen Cormier has been named Texas Credit Union Marketer of the Year for 2004. When I began my career at the credit union eight years ago I was not looking for a career in marketing," said Cormier on accepting her award. "And I'm honored to receive such a prestigious award, and am grateful for the opportunity Texans has given me." Cormier manages member communications, participates in new product development, and other marketing-related projects. Additionally, Cormier serves as Vice Chair of the Awards Committee for the Texas Credit Union Marketing Council and has authored two white papers for the council. The "Texas Credit Union Marketer-of-the-Year" award recognizes individuals annually for outstanding work in credit union marketing, communications and business development.