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Credit Union Volunteer Work Provides Credibility, Insight to CUNA Economists; Surprised by CU Astuteness of CU Volunteers

MADISON, Wis. -- Two CUNA economists say that their volunteer work at credit unions gives them a better handle on what is really important to those on the front lines of the movement.

By Sarah Snell Cooke | Updated on June 05, 2007

MADISON, Wis. — Two CUNA economists say that their volunteer work at credit unions gives them a better handle on what is really important to those on the front lines of the movement.

“I probably got into it in the first place for the same reason most directors get into it,” CUNA Vice President of Economics and Statistics Mike Schenk said. “My impression is we want to be helpful.” He wanted to go in and help solve problems. He has served on the board of Great Wisconsin Credit Union for five years now.

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