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With economic uncertainty still the norm, the Economic Issues Luncheon on Thursday,
June 9, will likely be a hot ticket. The lunchtime address will feature Michigan State
University economics professor Dr. Charles Ballard discussing the challenges Michigan

faces in the wake of the financial crisis, and how policies can brighten the state and
nation’s economic future.

This year’s AC&E also marks the debut of a new feature that lets credit union profes-
sionals hear from speakers addressing a wide variety of topics.

During the breakout sessions on Friday, June 10, a series of speakers will take part
in “Ignite Sessions,” five-minute presentations backed by fast-moving visuals that
aim to enlighten and entertain.

Rather than focusing exclusively on credit union-related topics, the Ignite speeches—
modeled after the popular TED Talks series—aim to capitalize on the diverse
backgrounds and personal experiences that make up the credit union community.
Speakers may address their passions, causes they believe in deeply, meaningful

moments from their personal lives or countless other subjects. And with the
mantra of “Enlighten us, but make it quick,” these sessions are sure to be
one of AC&E’s most talked about events.

Introducing Detroit—Again

It’s been three years since the AC&E was in Detroit, and to say that the
city has changed in that time would be a massive understatement.

PSCU’s Trudeau said that AC&E “is happening at a great time for the
city and it may really open up some [outsiders’] eyes to the resurgence
of the city. I’m excited about that.”

Similarly, One Detroit’s Hubbard said that the event offers attendees
the chance to hobnob and explore the city.

“Even my best friends in the industry, we just don’t take enough
time to have lunch or have a drink after work,” he said. “The
AC&E allows for that. It’s my hope that this year in Detroit we are
able to go off in small groups and experiment with the countless
new restaurants and bars in the city. I hope that people will get
off the reservation a bit with some of their peers and share in
some new experiences.”

For more information or to register, visit 2016ace.mcul.org.

The Honor Awards Breakfast will feature the much anticipated return
of The Water Coolers, an entertainment troupe with a unique take on
work and life.

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