ATLANTA– Georgia’s credit unions gathered here for the League of Southeastern Credit Unions’ (LSCU) annual Georgia Advocacy Conference.
The conference featured presentations from key state officials, including staff from the Office of Governor Brian P. Kemp, the Office of Attorney General Chris Carr, the Office of Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger, and the Georgia Department of Banking and Finance.
LSCU said its Advocacy Team also provided insightful updates on this year’s legislative session and the critical role grassroots efforts play in securing credit union priorities.
“Standing shoulder-to-shoulder with our credit unions, advocating for their priorities so they can better serve members, is truly inspiring,” said Sydney Seral, LSCU’s VP-advocacy. “This conference embodies the ‘union’ in the credit union movement, uniting us to champion a brighter financial future for our communities.”
LSCU said attendees actively engaged in the legislative process, visiting the state capitol to meet with lawmakers and discuss crucial issues like interchange fees, charter modernization, and merchant category codes for payment processing.
The LSCU Legislative Reception, held at the historic Georgia Railroad Freight Depot, further strengthened connections between credit unions and legislators, the association said.
“This conference wasn’t just about information. It was about action,” said Stephen Smith, President and CEO of Family First Credit Union in Hapeville, Georgia. “The speakers were insightful, the legislative meetings impactful, and I left feeling empowered to advocate for more effective ways to serve our members. It’s great to see we have a network of colleagues across the state and beyond fighting alongside us.”