The CUPP | Episode 1: Lobbying 101 with NAFCU’s Greg Mesack

Released July 6, 2022

About this episode

Learn more about lobbying and what exactly NAFCU does when we’re advocating to level the playing field on behalf of credit unions. We’ll also talk about key substantive advocacy issues NAFCU is focused on today that promote credit union growth.

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Key Takeaways

  • The basics of lobbying lawmakers and regulators
  • How NAFCU works to share the credit union story and mission when lobbying on your behalf
  • A discussion of fintech competition and how the NCUA can help credit unions partner with fintechs

Presented By

Ann Petros, Vice President of Regulatory Affairs, NAFCU

Ann Petros, Director of Regulatory Affairs Ann Petros was named Vice President of Regulatory Affairs in October 2021. In her role, Petros oversees NAFCU’s advocacy on various regulatory developments from federal agencies, including the National Credit Union Administration, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, and the Federal Housing Finance Agency.

Greg Mesack, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, NAFCU

Greg Mesak, NAFCU Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs

As the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs, Mesack leads the association’s legislative, political, regulatory, compliance assistance, research and economic divisions. In the past, Mesack has been named one of the top lobbyists by The Hill newspaper.