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  1. More Big Ideas at Mazuma CU

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    Mazuma Credit Union, Kansas City, MO recently announced that their “Big Idea” program has rewarded a local entrepreneur who’s experience in the health care industry encouraged her to start a home health assisted-living company. Click here for the press release on Mazuma’s program, and also be sure to check out complete information about Filene i3’s “What’s the Big Idea” innovation idea.

    Lisa Renner, i3 member and president/CEO, CU Holding Company, LLC, an aggregation of Mazuma Credit Union CUSOs said, ”’What’s the Big Idea Challenge’ is an opportunity for credit unions to provide business-friendly services that promise significant rewards in future business deposit and lending services.

    “It’s just one tool credit unions can use to attract entrepreneurs and provide services that contribute significantly to the bottom line,” Renner said.

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