We Bid Farewell and Much Thanks to Long Time Board Member, John Huey!

RECU would like to take a moment to thank John Huey for all of his contributions to the RECU Board over the years. He is retiring and moving on to a life of recreation and relaxation.

John states, "I joined Rich's in 1968 in H.R. and was asked by Norman Smith to be a member of the Credit Committee about 1969-70. In 1976, after moving to the Rich's Stores in Operations (ASM) I represented Cobb, Perimeter, and Cumberland when all Stores had Board members. Later, I remained a Board Member while Downtown, at Gwinnett, Cobb, Town Center, and Perimeter Furniture Showroom. I served on a couple of committees, as Treasurer, and Credit Committee Chairman. Over the years both Dianne & I have actively used the Credit Union to finance several cars, our first house, the construction of our second home, and the original mortgage on it. It was a fun ride and learning experience. Best to you all!"

On behalf of the Credit Union and the board, we would all like to thank John for his many volunteer hours and the commitment he had to our Credit Union. He was extremely instrumental in the growth of our credit union and we wish him all the best in his retirement.

RECU Educates and Contributes to the New Market Segment, GEN Y.

For the first time in history, Retail Employee Credit Union offered a financial education course entitled, "Checking and Your Credit". This course was open to the children of members who ranged between Juniors in High School to Seniors in college.

The course was developed and taught by Vice President, Taria Williams. "I have always believed that it is extremely important to financially empower our youth with the tools that will prevent them from making mistakes with their finances and credit as they venture off into financial independence." As an incentive for attending the free seminar, a drawing was held to award one of the attendees with a $1000 scholarship.

Congratulations to Kimberly Settle, the recipient of our first scholarship grant. Kimberly is a senior at Georgia State University in Atlanta, GA where she majors in accounting. Kimberly comments, "The Saturday class "Checking Your Credit..." provided information on the importance of maintaining good credit while in college. Although I have heard that credit is important, I never understood just how important it was until Taria Williams, our facilitator, explained what your credit score can tell lenders and future employers about how well you handle your responsibilities."

More Play, Less Pay. Visit Six Flags Today!

RECU is selling Six Flags tickets to our members at a huge discount! Buy your tickets at any of our branches today for only $33!!!! (Regular Price $53 bucks!) That's a whopping $20 savings (you'll need it if gas prices keep rising!).

Congratulations to our 2007 Dream Vacation winner, JAMES E. BOCKERSTETTE!

Just by using Bill Pay to pay his bills online, James is the winner of a $100 gift card for Marriott Hotels. Summer days just got a little brighter! Congratulations James and enjoy the comforts of the Marriott!