WHO WE ARE

Member Service Solutions, LLC is the culmination of over 50 years of experience offering products and services within the financial services industry.  Rick Hargis, President/CEO of Member Service Corporation and Tom Gray, President/CEO of Tom Gray Solutions have teamed to form Member Service Solutions, LLC (MSS).

 

The goal of MSS is to offer products and services that provide the maximum benefits to your credit union members at the least possible cost.  Our products provide value to your members while driving revenue to your bottom line, yet they are low maintenance for your staff.  As your partner, we understand the importance of putting the “needs of your members first”.  We provide non-interest fee income solutions that enhance your existing product offerings.

ABOUT US

Tom Gray:

Tom is an award-winning trainer, consultant, speaker and presenter.  He has recently turned his proven talents and successful motivational techniques to the task of helping your credit union increase profits in the form of fee income—quickly and easily! –without adding to the burden your MSRs or loan officers already bear.

 

Gray, an AFIP Certified Finance and Insurance Professional since 2004, has received numerous awards and recognition in addition to the prestigious National Sales Trainer of the Year Award.  His credits include numerous educational certifications from the Wilson Learning Corporation and Dale Carnegie Training Institute.

 

His expertise in the field of banking, credit, and finance is based on firsthand product knowledge as well as years of professional training and consulting.  He has spent nearly 20 years working, learning, observing and testing his own original concepts within the sales and financial industries, attending as many training courses as possible in order to add to his arsenal of knowledge and understanding of consumer behavior and motivation.  As hundreds of satisfied clients can attest, his methods and ideas work.

 

 

Rick Hargis:

Rick began his career in credit unions in 1976 and obtained his life, health and accident insurance license at age 19.  After attending Murray State University, Rick went to work full time with his father, Bob Hargis, selling cancer insurance and conducting membership drives for credit unions.

 

In 1980, Rick and his father started the first DHMO dental program in the state of Tennessee.  Rick spent two years as Director of Dental Operations for the company and recruited a dental provider network in eight states.  Member Service Corporation was chartered in 1985 with Rick appointed company President in 1986.

 

Member Service Corporation (MSC) continued to expand its product offerings to include AD&D, Long Term Care, fixed annuities, Dental /Vision coverage, Life insurance, identity theft protection and more.  In the 1990’s, Rick and MSC were involved in the formation of 11 Credit Union Services Organizations (CUSO’s) across the nation.  MSC was an early member of NACUSO as well as PROCU (Product Research Organization for Credit Unions).

 

A few words from our clients…

PRODUCTS & SERVICES

MOBILE SOLUTIONS

MSS Mobile Solutions include mobile banking apps, mobile RDC, P2P Payment solutions and more. As an owner-partner of CU Mobile Apps (CUMA LLC), MSS can provide a variety of mobile solutions for your credit union at a price you can afford. When it comes to mobile technology, Credit Unions of all sizes rely on the mobile app team at CUMA.

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SECURE CHECKING SOLUTIONS

FREE CHECKING? Free checking has become an everyday commodity for both credit unions and community banks. The challenge has become “how do we pay for free checking?” There is an old saying, “you get what you pay for.” MSS can enhance your checking account strategy and help you convert your “free checking accounts” to a “Secure Checking Account”.

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AUTO WARRANTY SOLUTIONS

We all realize auto lending is a staple at most credit unions. Whether you provide direct or indirect lending, members will look to your credit union for great auto loan rates. When a vehicle is no longer covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, how will your members pay for unexpected and expensive auto repairs?

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AUTO GAP SOLUTIONS

Our focus and commitment is to provide our credit union clients with the highest quality GAP Products and Services in the Lender market. Our administrator currently works with over 1,000 lenders nationwide. Visual GAP provides the broadest coverage possible including: • 150% LTV coverage is standard • Covers any type of Debt rolled into the vehicle loan • 2 Late Payments and 2 Skip Payments are standard • 365 Day Claim Filing Period

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RELEVANT SOLUTIONS

MSS provides services that make your credit union more relevant in your member’s everyday lives. When members see the value of credit union membership, they will tell others about their experience. Mobile to Mortar coupons provide instant gratification when your members save money at over 1000 national retailers.

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INSURANCE SOLUTIONS

Members rely on your credit union to provide more than just banking. When it comes to offering valuable insurance protection for your members, MSS delivers! MSS takes a lifestyle approach by offering a diverse insurance portfolio utilizing the latest technology for enrollment and customer support. Our products are among the most competitive in the nation.

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OUR CLIENTS

Member Service Solutions products and services are available to millions of credit union members and their families in all 50 states.  Our team is committed to “Helping You Help People”!