Past Recipient Update: Meet Madison Greenough

Meet Madison Greenough! She was a two-time recipient of the CU Succeed Youth Bursary 7 years ago. We are so glad to have received an update on her journey, following her support from us!  

Madison did two simultaneous undergraduate degrees, one at the University of Waterloo in mathematics with a focus in statistics, and the other at Wilfrid Laurier University in Business with a finance option and economics minor. Following that, she did a master’s in data science at the University of British Columbia. During her time at the University of Waterloo, she was a member of two varsity teams, cross country and track and field. She was the captain of both teams for two years! 

She is currently working as a Data Engineer for the St. Louis Blues in Hockey Operations! What an amazing career. Following university, she moved to British Columbia where she now lives on a forest service road in an off-grid tiny home. She explores the beautiful backcountry every chance she gets! She spends time skiing, hiking, and camping in all seasons. We asked Madison to answer a few questions for us. Read up on her responses below! 

What is your favorite movie, and why? 

“I think I should probably say Moneyball, because I’ve been asked several times since I started my role with the Blues if my job is like the movie. I do credit the movie for opening my eyes to the possibility of combining my talents for math with my love for hockey. I was 12 when I first saw Moneyball and decided it would be a dream job to work in hockey analytics. Fast forward 12 more years, and I’m working in a 21st century Moneyball-like job, only in hockey, and with a lot more technology!” 

How do you feel the CU Succeed Youth Bursary contributed to where you are today? 

“I was lucky enough to receive this bursary twice, in my first and second years of undergrad. It was a huge help to fund my studies, allowing me to focus on completing two degrees simultaneously while also competing on two varsity teams. It also helped me feel more confident in my financial situation when I decided to pursue further education and complete my master’s degree afterwards.” 

What is your best advice for our incoming students, starting their university journeys? 

“There is a lot to learn outside of the classroom! Everyone probably says this, but it goes by quick. Right from the beginning, try to learn new things, join intramurals or clubs, and step outside of your comfort zone to be a part of the university community outside of academics. Your fondest memories and closest friends will have been from those events and activities outside of studying.” 

We are so happy to see Madison thriving with the help of OCUF. We sincerely thank Madison for sharing her story and wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors!  

Let’s Make Payroll Fun! OCUF and Wagepoint Join Forces

Wagepoint is excited to partner with the Ontario Credit Union Foundation (OCUF), joining
forces because of a shared understanding – juggling academics with all the added
expenses can be tough for students.

Built on the alignment of values, this partnership is about making a collective difference.
Wagepoint is thrilled to extend the benefits of its payroll solution to both credit unions
and their members, supporting small businesses by simplifying payroll processes,
offering an intuitive experience with transparent pricing and personalized support.
These features empower small business owners to focus on their core operations while
entrusting their payroll needs are efficiently managed by Wagepoint.

Maximize your credit union’s potential
Currently, Wagepoint is collaborating with several credit unions, including a member CU
of the OCUF, as a referral partner. Through Wagepoint’s Credit Union referral program
credit union members can enjoy preferred pricing, dedicated support from the world’s
friendliest team, and additional solutions for Time and People management. Most
importantly, members can relax knowing they’ve paid everyone accurately and on time,
while also staying on top of their payroll taxes.

Credit unions also get to reap the rewards as they strengthen their product offerings to
increase member attraction and retention, while partnering with an organization that
shares values of diversity, inclusion, and sustainability. On top of that, successful
referrals bring in extra revenue for credit unions. It’s a win-win for everyone!

Simplify your payroll journey with Wagepoint
Imagine a world where tax calculations, deductions, and compliance filings are no
longer a headache. With Wagepoint, small businesses can say goodbye to those
worries, saving valuable time through streamlined processes while ensuring accuracy in
every payroll run.

But that’s not all. Wagepoint was designed with user-friendliness in mind, catered to
both seasoned payroll pros and those who are just getting started in their payroll
journey. With its intuitive interface and straightforward navigation, processing payroll is
as simple as clicking a button.

Transparency is at the heart of Wagepoint’s ethos. Say goodbye to hidden fees and
surprises – what you see is what you get. With clear and affordable pricing plans, small
businesses can budget effectively, promoting financial stability and peace of mind.

Grow with the world’s friendliest payroll
Wagepoint’s Canadian-grown customer support is the payroll best friend you’ve always
wanted. Have a payroll question? They’re ready to answer. Need help with onboarding?
They’ve got your back. Whether you’ve got an issue, or just want to chat, Wagepoint
customer support is there with you every step of the way.

As small businesses grow and evolve, so does Wagepoint, delivering a consistent and
reliable payroll experience. With a scalable platform, Wagepoint accommodates growth
seamlessly without compromising on efficiency.

If you’re ready to experience the magic of Wagepoint and take the stress out of payroll
for your small business members please reach out to Jeff De Carlo, Partner Specialist at
jdecarlo@wagepoint.com or at 613.301.1720.