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December 2007 Newsletter

National Young Leaders Award Presented to HRANB Member

In May of this year, OMISTA Credit Union’s Human Resource Manager, Beverly Somers, CHRP and member of HRANB, was chosen as one of five nominees for the National Credit Union Young Leaders Award. Bev was nominated for this prestigious award by her CEO, Richard Vaillancourt, CHRP, also a member of HRANB.

The National Young Leaders Award recognizes tomorrow’s leaders in Canada’s Credit Union system. Recognition programs that reward success and encourage retention help motivate young people to become involved in the Credit Union system. The National Credit Union Young Leaders Award was created by Credit Union Central of Canada’s board of directors to demonstrate strong support among national level leaders for young leadership. Beverly worked diligently with the four other nominees from Newfoundland, New Brunswick, Ontario and British Columbia to develop a Leadership session for presentation at the World Credit Union Conference in Calgary. That presentation was made on July 31 before a large group of Credit Union professionals representing 62 countries around the world. Many of her OMISTA www.omista.com supporters, not to mention many other Credit Union professionals from Atlantic Canada, were there in attendance to champion her on. The five nominees and their presentations were assessed by a panel of judges. OMISTA was thrilled and filled with pride to learn the number one Young Leader for Canada was Beverly Somers. For her achievement as an outstanding young leader, Beverly receives a $10 000 scholarship to cover tuition and travel costs to attend a leadership development program at a recognized university in Canada. Beverly’s talent and ambition are an inspiration to others in the Credit Union system to demonstrate similar dedication and help determine the future of financial services.

“OMISTA Credit Union has provided me with all the ‘factors’ that lead to job satisfaction: I’m treated with respect; I’m asked for my opinion and I know it matters; I have many personal development opportunities available to me; I get the opportunity to network with other Credit Union and business professionals; I have fun at work; I know that work-life balance is encouraged and practiced; and I’m part of a team that is extremely intelligent, creative, compassionate and visionary. It’s no wonder that OMISTA has been ranked as the 12th Best Place to Work in Atlantic Canada!” says Beverly Somers.

The bold future of Canada’s Credit Unions rests with the best and brightest young employees. This award helps identify young leaders, publicizes their accomplishments, and motivates them to inspire others. Congratulations Beverly Somers!

For 70 years OMISTA Credit Union has provided owners superior service, innovative products, and wise financial guidance. OMISTA is part of Canada’s largest network of financial institutions. Credit Unions nationwide manage over $95 billion in assets for 4.9 million owners.