2026 CU Ambassador Contest

The CU Ambassador Contest has evolved many times since its inception, but its core mission remains the same—giving credit union professionals an opportunity to advance their careers and make a difference at their credit union or in the movement with a creative and innovative project.

Contestants will submit a proposal, develop and implement their idea, and measure its impact. The top eight will showcase their projects at the Trade Show during CrossState Connect Annual Convention, with the three finalists presenting at Awards Night and the winner being chosen live.

Check out the topics for the projects from the 2026 contestants!

Journey Mapping the First 90 Days to Transform Onboarding and Training

Alyssa Eisenhart | Members 1st Federal Credit Union

Financial Wellness Library Tour

Amanda Griffith | Credit Union of New Jersey

Social Media Channels for the Lancaster Chapter

Ashley Goss | Penlanco Federal Credit Union
Top Three Finalist

Historical Preservation of Penlanco FCU Records Proposal

Sadie Koller | Penlanco Federal Credit Union

Wealth Within Reach

Anna Laquintano | American Heritage Credit Union
Top Three Finalist

Empowering the Next Generation Through Financial Education

Indira Morawski | Merck Sharp & Dohme Federal Credit Union

Hope Recovery Loan Program

Jennifer Shields | PSECU

Bee the Change: CityMark’s Green Banking Initiative

Hannah Simerson | CityMark Federal Credit Union
2026 CU Ambassador Winner

Second Chance Program

Kayla Weaver | First Capital Federal Credit Union