Local Credit Union Receives 2008 Hillman Award

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UsNet presents award to Nassau Educators FCU

ALBANY, NY (10/22/2008)(readMedia)-- Nassau Educators Federal Credit Union was the recipient of the 2008 Ralph W. Hillman Marketing Award from Universal Sharing Network, Inc. (UsNet).

The award recognizes a participating UsNet credit union for best exemplifying the spirit and enthusiasm consistently exhibited by Hillman in his support and marketing of the shared branching network.

Hillman served as UsNet's chairman of the board for nearly two years, 2001-2003, and had been a board member since 1998. During his board tenure, he tirelessly dedicated himself to promoting the network. It was and is that continued dedication and commitment that makes the network successful for credit unions and members alike.

"While we received several outstanding applications this year, Nassau Educators just stood out," said Marc Inger, chief operating officer for UsNet. "Nassau Educators Federal Credit Union consistently promoted the network to its members throughout the year, emphasizing the convenience and accessibility of shared branching."

UsNet (Universal Sharing Network), a CUSO (credit union service organization) owned by New York credit unions, has provided credit unions with a gateway to the national shared branching network since 1993. They are partnered with the largest network provider, CO-OP Shared Branching, which offers participating credit unions and their members' access to more than 3,400 CU Service Centers across the United States. For more information about UsNet, visit www.universalsharing.com.

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Photo caption: UsNet COO Marc Inger presents the 2008 Ralph W. Hillman Marketing Award to Eileen Nolan, senior vice president of Nassau Educators FCU.