CHARLESTON, S.C.–Cierra Faubert, member service representative with Heritage Trust Federal Credit Union, has been voted the winner of the “CUaware Protégé” competition. The competitionw as hosted by Charleston Young Professionals and the Carolinas Credit Union League Lowcountry Chapter and is an annual event is an opportunity for credit union chapters to support the league’s investment in developing leadership, reinforce cooperative principles and credit union philosophyby recognizing rising professionals age 35 and under.
Each candidate must choose a topic of interest from the pre-determined list provided by the Carolinas Credit Union League, create a visual presentation to accompany their speech and present to a panel of judges. Candidates first present as part of an internal selection process within their credit union to identify who will represent the organization at the chapter-level competition. Once chosen to move on, they present to an audience of their peers and judges.
Faubert’s presentation focused on the many ways credit unions are committed to providing members with outstanding financial education.
“The CUaware Protégé Competition is a great forum for credit union employees to come and hear others speak about the united power of our movement. During the Lowcountry Chapter Competition, we got an opportunity to hear presentations from credit union representatives, such as Cierra Faubert share true testimonials that made an impact and positive impression on the people in our communities and the members we serve” commented Robin Horlback, Heritage Trust Training Director.