EasCorp News

Thank You to the 2012 Credit Unions Kids at Heart Sponsors and Friends

The Credit Unions Kids at Heart program would like to thank this year’s sponsor and friend credit unions. Their support is critical to our mission of supporting sick and injured children.

Early Registration for EasCorp's 2012 ALM and Investment Academy Ends Soon

Enroll by January 27 to receive your $50 discount off the cost of tuition. Whether you are a new member of your credit union's asset liability committee and need an introduction to asset liability management (ALM) and investment strategy, or a seasoned financial manager looking to raise your skill set to the next level, EasCorp's ALM & Investment Academy can provide the classroom instruction necessary to expand your knowledge and help benefit your credit union. Click here for more information, including class schedules, instructor biographies, and registration information.

Time to Step Up Your Credit Union’s eStatement Efforts

In early December, the U.S. Postal Service announced widespread cost-cutting measures that become effective this month. The changes include a 1¢ rate increase on domestic first-class letters and plans to close 252 processing centers, virtually eliminating next-day delivery. See this month's edition of Inside EasCorp for more information on how eStatements can help your credit union deliver member statements in an efficient, safe, cost-effective, and environmentally-conscious way.

The Q4 Report is Now Available

EasCorp's fourth quarter financial report is now available online. The report may be obtained within the Due Diligence section of www.eascorp.org .

Save the Date: EasCorp's Annual Meeting and Partnership Conference

EasCorp is pleased to announce that its Thirty-Fourth Annual Meeting and Partnership Conference is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 24, 2012 at the Café Escadrille in Burlington, Massachusetts. Please save the date.

In addition to the Annual Meeting, our educational program includes New York Times and Business Week best-selling author and esteemed economic/financial writer Mr. Daniel Gross. Mr. Gross is a columnist and editor for Yahoo! Finance, where he writes the "Contrary Indicator" column. He has also authored several acclaimed books, and his latest book, Better, Stronger, Faster: The Myth of America's Decline is scheduled for release in March 2012. We look forward to seeing you on April 24. Please contact Lauren Maidrand at extension 3361 or Cyndi Gallagher at extension 3334 with any questions.

Market Commentary
Treasuries Pare Losses After U.S. Growth Slower Than Forecast

Treasuries pared losses after a government report showed the pace of U.S. growth at the end of last year was slower than forecast by economists.

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EasCorp's Monthly Newsletter
January 2012

U.S. Postal Service Changes Ahead: Time to Step Up Your Credit Union’s eStatement Efforts


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