Cedar Point Federal Credit Union®

As the 2024 Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards draw closer, finalists for the CTO/CIO of the Year are being recognized for their outstanding work in the field. Check out our CIO, BJ Sievers, who is a finalist for the award. BJ is an excellent representation of Cedar Point's Brand Promise to turn goals into realities with integrity, honesty, and outstanding service. Learn more about this year's finalists at https://lnkd.in/eGACmSav

We are excited to be sponsoring and attending this exciting event and supporting the Charles County Military Alliance Council in the process. See you next week!

Good Afternoon, Southern Maryland! Here's an update on the supply drive for those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Cedar Point branches in St. Mary's & Calvert counties are accepting donations until Thursday at 5 p.m. Anything on the list is welcome and appreciated, especially the most needed items below. Thanks you for your generosity! MOST NEEDED ITEMS ✔️Baby Formula ✔️Diapers COMMUNITY DROP-OFF LOCATIONS ➡️Petco (California) ➡️Tractor Supply (Mervel Dean Rd) ➡️American Legion Post 255 ➡️Cedar Point Federal Credit Union (St. Mary's & PF branches) ➡️Ridge Hardware ➡️Dugan, McKissick and Longmore, LLC (Lex Park) ➡️NAVAIR PMA-213 (Expedition Park) ➡️Solomons Vet Clinic ➡️Weis (Callaway) ACCEPTED ITEMS ✔️Sports Drinks (Powdered) ✔️Hydration Packs (Powdered) ✔️Baby Wipes ✔️Diapers (Children & Adults) ✔️Baby Formula ✔️Bug Spray ✔️Sunscreen ✔️Plastic Utensils ✔️Manual Can Openers ✔️Trash Bags (13 gal or Contractor Bags) ✔️Non-Perishable Foods ✔️Cleaning Supplies ✔️Plastic Sheeting/Tarps ✔️Toothbrushes & Toothpaste ✔️Toiletries & Sanitation Items ✔️Cat & Dog Food ✔️Hand Sanitizer ✔️Sanitizer Wipes ✔️Feminine Hygiene Products ✔️Heavy Duty Work Gloves ✔️Socks (All Sizes & Unopened) WE CANNOT ACCEPT THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: ❌USED Clothes ❌Water (due to weight) ❌HAZMAT ❌Most Chemicals (ex: Bleach) ❌Fuel ❌Flammable Items

We are working with several local organizations to gather and send supplies to those affected by Hurricane Helene. Due to limited vehicular access, all items will be airlifted by Operation Airdrop to support communities in North Carolina, Tennessee, and Florida that need assistance. Donations will be delivered to Operation Airdrop in North Carolina on Friday. We will be accepting donations at our Headquarters (22745 Maple Road, Lexington Park, MD 20653) until 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 3, 2024. Donations are also being accepted at American Legion Post 255 and Dugan, McKissick, and Longmore, LLC. Please check the comments for a list of items being accepted. Thank you for your support and generosity.

Congratulations to Stesha Meade for receiving her Certified Credit Union Internal Auditor (CCUIA) designation through the Association of Credit Union Audit & Risk Professionals! This certification designates an expert understanding of credit union internal auditing and dives deep into the complexities of internal audit. Thank you for all your hard work, Stesha!

The 2024 Credit Union Times Luminaries Awards have announced their slate of finalists from across the credit union industry, and Cedar Point is honored to have TWO finalists on staff! They were chosen as finalists in their respective fields from a group of nominees from across the country. We are extremely proud of their accomplishments in the eyes of our industry and grateful for their incredible service to the Cedar Point mission. Amanda and BJ are both excellent representations of Cedar Point's Brand Promise to turn goals into realities with integrity, honesty, and outstanding service. Please join us in congratulating them both on making it this far and wishing them luck as we wait to hear the winners!

Congratulations to our CFO Missy Farren on her acceptance and participation in Leadership Southern Maryland. We value the organization's vision of uniting Southern Maryland leaders for positive community impact. We wish Missy luck throughout her personal and professional journey this year, and the credit union is excited to benefit from what she learns during the program.

Today, we are celebrating Aaron Chase's exceptional 30 years of service! In 1994, Aaron joined us as a part-time teller and quickly made his mark by moving to our ATM Department. Through dedication and hard work, he earned a promotion into management and continued to rise through the ranks. In 2005, Aaron became our Security Specialist, and by 2021, he took on the role of Security & Cards Services Officer. Today, he oversees all aspects of credit union security, card services, ATM operations, and fraud protection. Thank you, Aaron, for your outstanding loyalty, vigilance, and commitment over the last 3 decades. Here's to the next decade of success, we are grateful to have you!

Last week Cedar Point staff had the pleasure of attending two events that highlighted some great things happening in our community! On Tuesday we met with Representative Jacob Day and his team from the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development, where community members participated in an open forum about Lexington Park's Sustainable Communities Designation. On Friday, our Federal Delegation from the United States Senate and House of Representatives presented $850,000 to the St. Mary's County Family YMCA project, which hopes to break ground in the fall of this year. Congratulations to everyone who has worked over the last decade to realize this wonderful community project. We were honored to have participated in both events and can't wait to see the great impact that both will have on the future of St. Mary's County.

Today, we are celebrating Colleen’s 30-year anniversary! Her journey began when she joined the credit union as a secretary and quickly advanced through roles as the Compliance Officer, Marketing Officer, and finally as the VP of Investment Services in 1998 when she helped to found Cedar Point Financial Services (CPFS), a CUSO of CPFCU. Her leadership has shaped CPFS into a beacon of integrity and client-centricity. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Colleen is known for her mentorship and impact on colleagues, inspiring a cohesive and outstanding workplace. Help us congratulate Colleen’s 30 years of being a vital figure in CPFS’s success and we look forward to continuing this journey together.