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Thousands Gather To Celebrate Area Cooperatives With Summit Credit Union

October 8, 2019 Madison-based financial cooperative highlights local co-ops with annual celebration**MADISON, Wis.****—**Summit Credit Union’s ninth annual took place over the weekend on Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, next to the farmers’ market. Over 2,200 attendees took part in the free event, which celebrates cooperatives from across the state.“Co-op Connection is a great moment to educate our neighbors on the importance of cooperatives in their communities,” said Summit Credit Union CEO & President Kim Sponem. “We’re glad so many joined us to learn about the ways co-ops impact and invest in their communities while helping to push local economies forward.”Co-op Connection began as a way to celebrate cooperatives and the economic effect they have on their communities. The gathering not only allows participants to discover and learn about cooperatives in their community, but also provides an opportunity for the co-ops to develop strong and lasting relationships with one another.This year’s attendees enjoyed a variety of family-fun activities, prize drawings and samples from participating co-ops.The event was hosted by Summit Credit Union and sponsored in part by CUNA Mutual Group, UW Center for Cooperatives and Union Cab of Madison, among others. Local participating co-ops included Organic Valley, Group Health Cooperative of South Central Wisconsin and Willy Street Co-op. You might also be interested in Summit Credit Union shares simple ways to spot imposter scams, recognize warning signs and protect your money and personal information... Summit Credit Union earns a 2026 Woman-Led Top Workplace award for its strong leadership, employee experience and workplace culture... Summit Credit Union invests $1 million in the Live Local Development Fund to expand attainable housing in Jefferson County... Summit Credit Union retains its ranking as Wisconsin's #1 mortgage lender, helping more members achieve homeownership... Summit and TriUnity Foundation offer grants up to $10,000 for members facing terminal or life-threatening illness... Forbes named Summit Credit Union Wisconsin’s #1 credit union and one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions for 2026... Summit Credit Union named Top Workplace in Madison, Milwaukee, and U.S., recognized for strong culture, engagement, and employee benefits... Summit Credit Union helps Wisconsin families achieve homeownership with up to $10K in down payment assistance... Summit Credit Union’s President and CEO Kim Sponem was recently featured on the Women of Community Banking podcast...