Resource One Credit Union of Dallas Selects Jared Guynes as its First MyLifeMyMoney Spokesperson - Vigorous Campaign Concludes with Unprecedented 12,0

Dallas, Texas (PRWEB) November 6, 2008 -- In addition to Tuesday's historic presidential election, Resource One Credit Union (https://www.r1cu.org/index.php) completed its own historic election. Receiving over 12,000 online votes, the election has positioned Jared Guynes as its first MyLifeMyMoney spokesperson. The spokesperson competition concluded at midnight on October 31st. Through spirited campaigning, Guynes secured 1st place with 6,488 votes, narrowly beating out finalist Jamie Lath who received 6,031 votes.

"Both candidates proved they are fully capable of creating product buzz using a combination of creativity, humor and enthusiasm," said Resource One Credit Union President Jim Brisendine.     

"I'd like to personally thank each finalist for their hard work during the competition, and congratulate Jared Guynes for being selected as our MyLifeMyMoney spokesperson," Brisendine said. "Moreover, we're delighted that our winner has been a Resource One member/owner for years."

Currently living in Plano, Guynes works as a graphic artist, web designer and event promoter. Jared describes himself as outspoken and an entrepreneur. As MyLifeMyMoney spokesperson, Guynes will receive use of the following perks for one year; MyLifeMyMoney Scion, gas allowance, iPhone & service, Hi-def video camera, Apple iBook, and part-time salary.

"I am honored to be chosen by my peers to be an ambassador for such a fresh and exciting new program," said Guynes. "I hope to usher in a new era of growth for Resource One and help add new members to the 'family' I have enjoyed being a part for a number of years."

MyLifeMyMoney provides relevant financial products (http://www.mylifemymoney.org/myloanproducts/) to give 18 - 34 year olds the necessary tools (first time home and auto loans, custom accounts (http://www.mylifemymoney.org/myaccounts/), online banking, special loans with lower rates, higher interest rates, etc.) and education (http://www.mylifemymoney.org/cool-links/) to better manage their money, allowing them to build their credit history in a responsible manner.

"MyLifeMyMoney was designed by and for this vital target market, and our peer-to-peer spokesperson will utilize web video, blogging and event marketing in order to relevantly communicate to the marketplace," said Andrew Szabo.

"We're excited to have Jared representing the MyLifeMyMoney brand," added Szabo.

For more information about Resource One Credit Union's MyLifeMyMoney, please visit www.mylifemymoney.org

ABOUT Resource One Credit Union

Resource One, formerly Sears Employees Credit Union is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Founded in 1936, Resource One Credit Union currently serves over 270 employer groups and also serves the communities of Dallas and Northwest Harris County with over 40,000 members nationwide. Visit Resource One Credit Union's homepage at www.r1cu.org.

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