CUNA President And CEO Dan Mica On The Death (July 11) Of Former CUNA Chairman Joe Perkowski

July 11, 2008

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Patrick Keefe -- (202) 508-6765
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Former CUNA Chairman Joe Perkowski served the national and worldwide credit union movement with commitment and dedication over four decades. His national service culminated in his chairmanship of CUNA from 1985-87, which followed a number of leadership positions with the association. On the international front, Joe helped in the formation of the Foundation for Polish Credit Unions, served as president of the World Council of Credit Unions from 1992-93, and was honored with the prestigious WOCCU Distinguished Service Award in 1997. The credit union movement around the world benefited greatly from the enduring consequences of his leadership.

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