Credit Union Economic Strategies Symposium

'The Hawaiian Islands Adventure'

February 27 - March 6, 2010

Norwegian Cruise Line ... "Pride of America"

Explore the islands of Maui, Hilo, Kona, Kauai & Honolulu

While Participating in this Valuable, Timely Credit Union Cruise/Conference

Hawaii & Tahiti Cruises - Ports of Call

Cruise Info Hotline:

1. Contact "ADTRAV Meetings & Incentives" ... ask for Lisa Townsend !
Phone toll free: 1-888-225-2885

2. Email Questions or Requests to: educruises@adtrav.com

3. Register Online, CLICK HERE , and Receive a $50 Registration Fee Discount

Note: A planned cruise/conference may be canceled at any time if the minimum number of attendees is not met

Discuss the Latest Economic Issues Facing Credit Unions:

Board this relaxing, yet content-packed EduCruise to attend one of the most interesting educational events you have experienced. Board this EduCruise to benchmark your strategic thinking, examine new leadership strategies, and prepare for those seen and unseen risks that threaten our very existence. This EduCruise is ideal for your entire board, supervisory committee, and senior management team. Take advantage of this valuable credit union educational cruise by registering today! This is not your typical credit union conference!

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"He lawai`a no ke kai papa`u, he pôkole ke aho;
he lawai`a no ke kai hohonu he loa ke aho."

"A fisherman of the shallow sea
uses only a short line;
a fisherman of the deep sea has a long line."

A person
whose knowledge is shallow
does not have much,
but he, whose knowledge is deep, does.

Strategic Issues We Will Navigate:

Mapping Your Future in an Uncertain Economy
Board and Management Succession Strategies
Strategic Thinking Concepts
How Other Countries Decisions will Impact You
The Effective Use of Strategic Visioning
Secrets of Economic Survival & Growth
A Discussion about How Other Credit Unions Tackled Some Common Problems
How to Help Our Members Financially Survive This Economy
Outside the Box CU Thrival Strategies
Downsizing versus Supersizing
Where Are Tomorrow's Volunteers Coming From?
Your Credit Union's Scorecard
What the Competition Is Really Up To
Open Forum At Sea: Let's Talk Critical Issues and Trends

Discussion Leaders To Help Us Stay the Course:

TOM FARANDA, Global Entrepreneur and Speaker

Tom Faranda was named one of the most exciting speakers in America by "Meetings & Conventions Magazine" due to his high content, 'bottom-line' programs packed with examples, stories and global humor. He is the former President of The Hospital Corporation of Chicago, the former National Accounts Sales Manager for The Masonite Corporation and a former candidate for the United States Senate.

His books include “The Global Sales Professional” and "Uncommon Sense Leadership", and he has published over one hundred business articles. Tom Faranda has the credibility and experience audiences respect and demand in a featured speaker. He has earned a BS, an MBA in International Business and a Doctorate( abd). He has been a guest lecturer for universities in South Africa, the UK, Australia and was an adjunct professor at the University of Minnesota.

Few speakers know the global world as well as Tom Faranda. His clients have included Siemen's Engineering Germany, IBM Europe, Siemens Medical South Africa, Thermo-King Japan, Ford Canada, GE, Prudential Singapore, Creative Communications India, St. Tom USVI, INTEL, Motorola, 3M, IBM, Honeywell and other corporations. He has presented countless sessions for CUNA, CUES and other credit union associations worldwide.

JOHN VARDALLAS, International Credit Union Consultant and Speaker

John is the founder of The American Boomer, an international Credit Union business consulting organization. He conducts and facilitates leadership, management development, marketing and strategic planning seminar training for credit union staff and volunteer leaders.

John is one of the most requested speakers in the credit union industry and has spoken before thousands of credit union volunteers and management teams during his 20-year career. He has facilitated countless credit union strategic planning sessions around the world.

An international trend watcher,John also helps leaders synthesize credit union industry trends into strategic organizational directions. He is the author of Leadership Thoughts for Prospering in the 21st Century.

Benefits To You and Your Credit Union:

Participate in over 14 hours of educational sessions
Free consultation with our on-board industry leader
Discover new credit union success strategies
See what's happenning with the credit union movement
Hear about new strategic thinking concepts
Learn how other credit unions have effectively dealt with common issues and problems
Share with other CU volunteers and management staff
Create a success strategy that you can immediately implement
Discuss new methods for dealing with a changing economic environment
Find solutions to problems your CU faces
Compared to other cruise/conferences, you'll save money ... and learn more !!

Explore Tropical Ports While Preparing for Tomorrow:

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If you plan on arriving a few days early, or staying over a few days after our cruise/conference ... simply let the travel experts at ADTRAV Meetings & Incentives know. They will be happy to book you a great room on the beach or wherever you desire. Also, speak with these travel industry pros about booking your roundtrip air and optional tours as well. Their toll free number is listed below.

Here's a taste of these islands that await you:

Honolulu, Hawaii

Home to nearly half a million people, Honolulu is Hawaii's state capital and only major city. The city of Honolulu and the island of Oahu offer a wealth of historic, cultural and scenic attractions. Beyond the city lie tropical rain forests, the lush Pali Lookout and the North Shore known for its excellent surfing beaches.

Maui (Lahaina), Hawaii

Maui is the second largest of the Hawaiian Islands and it holds a special place in Hawaiian history. The great warrior, King Kamehameha, who united the islands under his rule, chose to make Lahaina his capital. And no wonder, Maui boasts some of the world's most superb beaches and dramatic mountain landscapes. In Maui, you can witness humpback whales navigating the warm blue waters off the coast, go snorkeling alongside green sea turtles and rainbow-colored fish in the bay or shop 'til you drop in Old Lahaina — there's always something to do on Maui.

Hilo, Hawaii

The "Big Island" of Hawaii is the youngest and largest of the Hawaiian Islands, and the most varied in landscape—with striking black sand beaches and green sand beaches, tropical rain forests, ancient Hawaii heiau ruins, alpine terrain, and surreal lava rock landscapes. Hilo, the eastern side's port city is where the seat of the Big Island's government resides and it is a launching point for the myriad of Big Island attractions.

Kona, Hawaii

Youngest and largest by far of the Hawaiian Islands, the "Big Island," is still growing, with active Kilauea Volcano belting out molten lava into the sea. The lava rock landscapes of the countryside are eerily beautiful, as are the resulting black-sand beaches and green-sand beaches. Hawaii's terrain ranges from tropical beaches to the alpine crags and basalt heights of an active volcano. The Kona Coast, on the western side of the island, is a land of infinite variety, ranging from pristine beaches to rolling uplands that are home to coffee plantations, macadamia groves and the largest privately owned cattle ranch in the United States. To the southeast lies Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, home to Mauna Loa, Mauna Kea, and Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes in the world.

Kauai (Nawiliwili), Hawaii

The fourth largest and oldest island in the Hawaiian group, Kauai is known as the "Garden Isle" simply due to its incredible lushness. Kauai's terrain ranges from the volcanic slopes of Mt. Waialeale and the desert-like beauty of Waimea Canyon to the Wailua River's lush Fern Grotto. Explore Kauai from its lush green valleys, cascading waterfalls and geological wonders, such as the dramatic Nã Pali Coastline. The natural beauty doesn't stop at the shoreline, the Garden Isle's white-sand beaches and aquamarine waters are showstoppers as well.

About Our Floating Conference Center ... "Pride of America"

Pride of America - home of the free. Designed to celebrate her arrival as the first new U.S.-flagged cruise ship in nearly 50 years, this vibrant Americana themed ship is full of choices to occupy your time aboard your Freestyle Cruise. Void of schedules, you'll have ample opportunities to venture about, scoping out the décor, spacious staterooms and regional dishes served in 11 restaurants - or whatever else you feel like doing. Plus, we've got a warm and friendly American crew ready to assist you on your Hawaiian island adventure and make sure your cruise is just that, yours.

CU Economic Strategies Symposium

'The Hawaiian Islands Adventure 2010'

Our Tropical Itinerary

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Saturday February 27 Set Sail from Honolulu

Sunday February 28
Maui - overnight

Private CU Welcome Reception

Monday March 1
Maui

Educational Sessions

Tuesday March 2
Hilo

Educational Sessions

Wednesday March 3
Kona

Educational Sessions

Thursday March 4
Kauai - overnight

Educational Sessions

Friday March 5
Kauai

Educational Sessions

Saturday March 6
Honolulu

Depart for Home

ALOHA! ALOHA!
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Beautiful Staterooms to Select From

Category Participant Rate (1st Person) Companion Rate (2nd Person) Single Rate

(BC) Balcony Staterooms starting

$ 2,567

$ 1,667

Price Available on Request

(AE) Suites starting from

$ 3,903

$ 3,003

Suites Based on Availablity

(AD) Suites starting from

$ 4,107

$ 3,207

Suites Based on Availability

If you plan on arriving a few days early, or staying over a few days after our cruise/conference ... simply let the travel experts at ADTRAV Meetings & Incentives know. They will be happy to book you a great room and schedule some fantastic optional tours. Also, speak with these travel industry pros about booking your roundtrip air and optional tours as well.

Their toll free number is listed below.

Are you a past Norwegian Cruise Line passenger ? If so, you may be entitled to even better pricing and benefits. Let us know ... we will get you the very best prices available !

Above rates include stateroom, most meals, fabulous entertainment, conference registration fee, conference materials, top industry speakers, Private Credit Union Reception, Certificate of Course Completion, free consultation time with our industry leader while onboard, port charges, transfers and trip cancellation insurance. Rates are based on double occupancy, except when noted. Cabins are subject to availability. Rates do not include airfare. Air travel available from most cities. Will quote price upon request.

To attend conference and/or to take advantage of these low group rates, all cabin reservations must be booked through "ADTRAV Meetings & Incentives", our travel affiliate. Only those travel arrangements that are booked through "ADTRAV" will be covered by the included insurance premium. The cabin deposit and Conference Registration Fee is immediately payable upon first booking this cruise/conference. Cruise Rates subject to change by cruise line. Credit Cards are NOT ACCEPTED for payment.

NOTE: To make sure that you receive the stateroom of your choice ... it is extremely important that you make your initial deposit immediately because this cruise sells out fast! Don't miss the boat by waiting too long ... RESERVE YOUR STATEROOM NOW.

"I ku ka makemake e hele mai,
hele no me ka malo`elo`e."

"If the wish to come arises, walk firmly."

If you wish to come do not be hesitant,
for you are welcome.

CLICK HERE to Register Now & Receive a $50 Discount

Cabins will sell out quickly because of the popularity of this cruise!

EduCruise Hotline: "ADTRAV Meetings & Incentives" ... our Travel Affiliate !
Phone toll free: 1-888-225-2885

If you wish to be mailed a conference brochure, please contact Lisa at:

educruises@adtrav.com

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Photos Courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Lines