05/27/2026
Our very own Shayna Ferguson!
She represents Lakota FCU and all of our Members.
Meet the panelists for "From Vision to Vault - Lessons in Launching Native Credit Unions" presented by the Native American Credit Union Coalition at the 11th Oweesta Corporation Native CDFI Capital Access Convening in Bangor, Maine. 🌲
Join us at the convening on Tuesday, June 2 from 11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. as three of our founding members share real stories about building and growing Native credit unions in their communities.
Today, there are only 11 Native American credit unions in the country, and we’re honored to help share the importance and impact of these community-owned cooperatives in Indian Country.
Panelists:
Maria Valandra, Clearwater Credit Union
Shayna Ferguson, Lakota Federal Credit Union
Leilani Harpole, Otoe Missouria Federal Credit Union
Facilitator:
Helen Mickel, Tongass Federal Credit Union
