MD|DC CUA Young Professional Summit Scholarship – The Credit Union Foundation of MD

The Young Professional Summit, a program of the MD|DC CU Association, is a dynamic two-day experience designed to equip emerging professionals (under age 40) with the skills, insights, and connections needed to develop in their careers.

Learning Objectives

This conference focuses on emotional intelligence, collaborative problem-solving, and professional development through a mix of engaging sessions and hands-on experiences. Participants will:

Develop Emotional Intelligence (EQ): Learn how to navigate professional interactions with empathy, self-awareness, and confidence. This workshop will provide actionable strategies for building relationships, handling feedback, and managing workplace dynamics.
Hear from Leaders at the Top: Gain perspective from an Executive Panel featuring seasoned leaders who will share career lessons, leadership advice, and insights into what it takes to succeed in the credit union industry.
Tackle a Real-World Challenge: Work in teams to solve a current industry problem presented at the conference. You’ll collaborate, strategize, and present solutions—building practical skills in teamwork, communication, and creative problem-solving.
Update Your Professional Presence: All attendees will have the opportunity to receive a complimentary professional headshot to enhance their personal brand.

Scholarship includes:

$200 to cover registration fee
Up to $500 travel stipend to cover hotel and travel related expenses
2 scholarships are offered per year

Application Process

Complete the online application below
Financial need of the applicant will be considered

Note – This event is eligible for Foundation Credit Union Training Grants when the registration expense is paid by the credit union with assets under $250M. (Training Grants do not include hotel/travel expenses.)

Application Form

To apply for the MD|DC CUA Young Professional Summit Scholarship, please complete and submit the form below.

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Applicant Name(Required)

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Credit Union Name(Required)

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Are you a member of the MD|DC CUA Young Professionals Network?(Required)

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If yes, for how many years?

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Explain how and why attending this conference would make a difference for you and your CU career.(Required)

What is your vision for your career? What contribution do you want to make to the credit union movement?(Required)

Do you have your CEO or immediate supervisor’s approval to attend the conference?(Required)

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Will your credit union cover the hotel and travel costs for you to attend this conference?(Required)

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If selected and after the completion of the program, the scholarship winner agrees to submit a brief summary of their experience in the program and share it with The CU Foundation.(Required)

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Questions? Please contact Leigh Philibosian.

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