DATCU is a local credit union here in Flower Mound, and if you’re looking to step away from the big banks and into a world that focuses on supporting the local community - Mary Jacoby encourages you to become a member!

Mary has been in banking for 33 years, and a DATCU employee for the past 12. Her favorite part of the job as Community Relations Coordinator is all the wonderful friendships she’s made across Denton County. DATCU currently serves more than 100,000 members, and they have assets of more than a billion dollars. 

DATCU offers all the financial services its members need, from free checking and savings accounts to loans and financial planning. As a credit union, Mary wants everyone to know that they are dedicated to making the best choices not just for their employees, but also for their members. 

And that focus on the community goes far beyond banking. Mary explains that serving is part of the DNA at DATCU. Even at her interview, the DATCU CEO explained to Mary that joining a service organization is part of the expectations for her position, and she was more than happy to do so! She’s volunteered countless hours with Rotary, the Chamber of Commerce, Communities in Schools of North Texas, served on the Board of the Lewisville ISD Education Foundation, and others.

Although DATCU began as a teachers credit union back in 1936, these days anyone can join who lives, works, or worships in Denton County, or an adjacent county. Almost anywhere in the North Texas area qualifies! You can start the process of opening an account online, but will need to stop by a branch to complete the process and so they can meet you. 

Looking for a way to serve the Flower Mound Community yourself? As someone very involved in the volunteer scene, Mary has some suggestions. First, look for opportunities through your place of worship, the Rotary Club, or (for small businesses) the Chamber of Commerce. Aligning your skills and interests with your volunteer role helps you to be more purposeful about where you spend your time. Maybe you want to mentor in schools or help a food pantry? Just raise your hand and these organizations will be so happy for your help! 

Takeaways from this episode:

1. DATCU Credit Union serves members across North Texas, and Mary Jacoby is the  Community Relations Coordinator in Denton County. 
2. They offer a wide range of financial services and make choices that ensure the best outcome for their members. 
3. DATCU & Mary are committed to serving the community and encourage you to look for opportunities to serve aligns with your skills and interests.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Connect to Mary Jacoby on LinkedIn:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-jacoby-689b903b/

DATCU, Texas Credit Union:

https://www.datcu.org/

Taste: My Life Through Food, Stanley Tucci:

https://www.amazon.com/Taste-My-Life-Through-Food/dp/B08K9CCK65/ref=sr_1_1?crid=9N75FIXRDEJ0&keywords=taste&qid=1649090865&s=audible&sprefix=taste+%2Caudible%2C85&sr=1-1

The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek: A Novel

https://www.amazon.com/Book-Woman-Troublesome-Creek-Novel/dp/B07QYCGYKN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QF1W729J0WFU&keywords=the+woman+of+troublesome+creek&qid=1649091159&s=audible&sprefix=the+women+of+trouble%2Caudible%2C87&sr=1-1

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