Join us as we hear from nationally-known television journalist and Emmy Award winner, Elisabeth Leamy, as she shares “How to Save BIG Instead of Giving Up Life’s Little Pleasures”. Computers will also be

available as Elisabeth helps us find our own “unclaimed money”. Check out Elisabeth’s bio on the front cover. You won’t want to miss this!

RSVP at 406-727-7300 or info@embarkcu.com by Thursday, April 14, 2016, if you plan to attend.

1500 River Drive NorthGreat Falls, MT 59401

P.O. Box 2649 • Great Falls, MT 59403

1915 10th Ave SouthGreat Falls, MT 59405

Elisabeth Leamy is a nationally-known television journalist, a critically acclaimed author and a nationwide speaker. She began contributing to the Dr. Oz show in 2013 as a consumer and investigative correspondent.

Prior to that, Elisabeth spent 9 years as the Consumer Correspondent for Good Morning America and other national ABC News programs. Elisabeth continues to write a featured money column for ABCNews.com.

Elisabeth is the author of two books. Her most recent is “Save Big: Cut Your Top 5 Costs and Save Thousands.” Her first book was “The Savvy Consumer: How To Avoid Scams and Rip-Offs That Cost You Time and Money.”

Before going national, Elisabeth worked at local stations in Washington, DC, Tampa, FL and Bakersfield, CA. Elisabeth has been honored with 13 Emmy Awards and 4 Edward R. Murrow Awards, among others.

Elisabeth holds a Master’s in journalism from Northwestern University and a Bachelor’s in rhetoric (!) and mass communication from The University of California at Berkeley. She grew up in Marin County California and now lives in Washington, DC with her husband and young daughter.

Embark Credit Union Presents:Elisabeth Leamy

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80th Annual MeetingTuesday, April 19, 2016Best Western Heritage Inn---------------------------------------5:00 p.m. – Registration5:30 p.m. – Dinner 6:00 p.m. – Business Meeting

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Eric Bloomgren is a partner at local accounting firm Bloomgren Rivera & Co, PLLC. Eric is a Great Falls native. He graduated from Great Falls High School and attended the University of Montana earning a bachelor’s degree in business with an emphasis in accounting. Eric has over 16 years of experience in the accounting profession focusing on business and personal tax compliance and consulting. Eric currently serves on the Supervisory Committee for Embark Federal Credit Union as well as the Advisory Council for Holy Spirit Catholic School, serving as Chair for the past three years. Outside of work, Eric enjoys spending time with family, the outdoors, skiing, fishing and rafting.

Lewis Card was born and raised in central Washington, but from a young age always knew Montana would be his home. He spent many family vacations visiting relatives in Montana and quickly fell in love with the Big Sky state. Lew and his wife Sasha moved to Great Falls in 2009 and quickly settled in. Together they have a three year old daughter and are expecting their second child, a little boy in early April.

Lew holds a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing from the University of Montana. Professionally, he is the Executive Director of Development, Communications and Marketing at Great Falls College MSU. He has worked to establish and maintain many gifts and scholarships to benefit students and foster their academic success. He also works to grow the college’s brand by implementing marketing strategies to attract and retain students.

Lew takes an active role in the community in which he lives and works. He has just completed his first term on the Embark Credit Union Board of Directors, is involved in the Rotary Club of Great Falls, and serves on the communications committee for the Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce.

Lew is excited to run for his second three year term on the Board of Directors for Embark Credit Union.

Mindy Kiser is the Human Resources Director for Great Falls Public Schools (GFPS).  Prior to working for GFPS, Mindy worked for Davidson Companies for close to 13 years in their HR department.  She holds a math degree from Montana State University (Go Bobcats!) and aside from a few years living and teaching in Las Vegas and a ½ year traveling stint to Australia and New Zealand, Mindy has lived most of her life in Great Falls and has been a member of Embark since she was 12 years old.  When she isn’t working or volunteering her time with United Way and other non-profit organizations, she enjoys spending time with her family; snow skiing, boating and traveling as much as time will allow. 

Embark Online Tips and TricksBoard of Directors

Eric Bloomgren

Mindy Kiser

You can also Skip a Loan Payment and Apply for a Loan under the Account Services tab.

Account TabPersonalize your accounts with a name of your choosing. This will help you identify your accounts.

The following Board of Director Candidates have agreed to run for a three-year term on Embark’s Board of Directors.

Lewis Card

eAlertsDon’t let another day go by without setting up your own eAlerts to let you know when your balance drops below a certain amount or to remind you of a special event.

Change your mailing address, e-mail address and other contact information without having to make a phone call or stop by the Credit Union.

Change Address

Pending Debit TransactionsThis feature lets you know which Debit transactions are still pending, so you can allow for them in your balance.

The Account Services tab has many options to help you with your financial needs. Here’s a few hi-lights for you to check out.

Account Services

Display TabYou choose how much account, transaction and transfer history you want to view and download.

Check out all these Embark Online tools and more at www.embarkcu.com.

ATM / Debit Card TabThis feature gives you the ability to block a lost or stolen debit card.

SettingsIn addition to the Account Services tab, with the Settings tab, you have the ability to make your Embark Online accounts fit you.

Eric Bloomgren is a partner at local accounting firm Bloomgren Rivera & Co, PLLC. Eric is a Great Falls native. He graduated from Great Falls High School and attended the University of Montana earning a bachelor’s degree in business with an emphasis in accounting. Eric has over 16 years of experience in the accounting profession focusing on business and personal tax compliance and consulting. Eric currently serves on the Supervisory Committee for Embark Federal Credit Union as well as the Advisory Council for Holy Spirit Catholic School, serving as Chair for the past three years. Outside of work, Eric enjoys spending time with family, the outdoors, skiing, fishing and rafting.

Lewis Card was born and raised in central Washington, but from a young age always knew Montana would be his home. He spent many family vacations visiting relatives in Montana and quickly fell in love with the Big Sky state. Lew and his wife Sasha moved to Great Falls in 2009 and quickly settled in. Together they have a three year old daughter and are expecting their second child, a little boy in early April.

Lew holds a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in Marketing from the University of Montana. Professionally, he is the Executive Director of Development, Communications and Marketing at Great Falls College MSU. He has worked to establish and maintain many gifts and scholarships to benefit students and foster their academic success. He also works to grow the college’s brand by implementing marketing strategies to attract and retain students.

Lew takes an active role in the community in which he lives and works. He has just completed his first term on the Embark Credit Union Board of Directors, is involved in the Rotary Club of Great Falls, and serves on the communications committee for the Great Falls Area Chamber of Commerce.

Lew is excited to run for his second three year term on the Board of Directors for Embark Credit Union.

Mindy Kiser is the Human Resources Director for Great Falls Public Schools (GFPS).  Prior to working for GFPS, Mindy worked for Davidson Companies for close to 13 years in their HR department.  She holds a math degree from Montana State University (Go Bobcats!) and aside from a few years living and teaching in Las Vegas and a ½ year traveling stint to Australia and New Zealand, Mindy has lived most of her life in Great Falls and has been a member of Embark since she was 12 years old.  When she isn’t working or volunteering her time with United Way and other non-profit organizations, she enjoys spending time with her family; snow skiing, boating and traveling as much as time will allow. 

Embark Online Tips and TricksBoard of Directors

Eric Bloomgren

Mindy Kiser

You can also Skip a Loan Payment and Apply for a Loan under the Account Services tab.

Account TabPersonalize your accounts with a name of your choosing. This will help you identify your accounts.

The following Board of Director Candidates have agreed to run for a three-year term on Embark’s Board of Directors.

Lewis Card

eAlertsDon’t let another day go by without setting up your own eAlerts to let you know when your balance drops below a certain amount or to remind you of a special event.

Change your mailing address, e-mail address and other contact information without having to make a phone call or stop by the Credit Union.

Change Address

Pending Debit TransactionsThis feature lets you know which Debit transactions are still pending, so you can allow for them in your balance.

The Account Services tab has many options to help you with your financial needs. Here’s a few hi-lights for you to check out.

Account Services

Display TabYou choose how much account, transaction and transfer history you want to view and download.

Check out all these Embark Online tools and more at www.embarkcu.com.

ATM / Debit Card TabThis feature gives you the ability to block a lost or stolen debit card.

SettingsIn addition to the Account Services tab, with the Settings tab, you have the ability to make your Embark Online accounts fit you.