New-generation technologies and emerging trends have been transforming the functioning and management of credit unions. Credit union professionals and members gain actionable insights by attending credit union conferences regularly. In addition to discussing trends and challenges, credit union conferences create opportunities for attendees to connect, collaborate, and network. In this blog, we highlight upcoming credit union conferences where professionals exchange ideas and foster trust.
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Details of Upcoming Credit Union Conferences
Annual CUSO Conference
Schedule: 12th December 2024 – 15th December 2024
Venue: Tradewinds Island Grand Resort, St. Petersburg, Florida
This informative conference creates opportunities for fellow credit union members to communicate, collaborate, and cooperate. Industry leaders will discuss important concepts like “The Best Kept ‘Growth Vehicle’ Secret for Credit Unions”, “Making a Powerful Impact with an Insightful 2025 Strategy”, “The State of CUSO Regulation and the Threat of CUSO Examination”, and “Simplify and Accelerate Your CUSO Start Up with a CUSO Growth Sponsor!”. At the same time, attendees can foster professional relationships during networking and refreshment breaks.
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National CU Supervisory Committee Conference
Schedule: 15th January 2025 – 19th January 2025
Venue: The Royal Sonesta San Juan, San Juan, Puerto Rico
The conference aims to discuss the risks and liabilities members of credit unions face regularly. CEOs and COOs will make presentations on trending topics like “Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti Money Laundering (AML) for Supervisory Committee Members and Board Members”, “Credit Union Compensation Philosophy & Retaining Key Executives”, “New Reg – CECL for Small and Simple Credit Unions – How to Comply Without Going Broke”, and “Fight Fraud with Zero Trust”. The refreshment and networking breaks help attendees collaborate with members from various credit unions.
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Governmental Affair Conference
Schedule: 2nd March 2025 – 6th March 2025
Venue: 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC
This important credit union conference creates opportunities for participants to engage with lawmakers and industry leaders. The premiere conference for credit union professionals will showcase innovative products, services, and technologies in the sector. Speakers will highlight the initiatives credit unions take to improve the financial well-being of members and communities. In addition to collaborating with professionals in various sectors, participants will gain insights and inspiration that will influence policies and result in positive changes.
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CU Finhealth
Schedule: 1st April 2025– 3rd April 2025
Venue: JW Marriott Anaheim Resort, Anaheim, California
The upcoming conference creates opportunities for credit union members to network and collaborate with financial well-being practitioners across the country. Keynote speakers will discuss problems impacting credit union growth and help attendees solve crucial problems by suggesting innovative approaches, discussing ideas, and sharing insights. Attendees can solve various issues and challenges by accessing case studies, how-tos, and new research.
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Credit Union BSA (Bank Secrecy Act) Conference
Schedule: 28th April 2025 – 1st May 2025
Venue: Omni La Mansion del Rio Hotel, San Antonio, Texas
The in-depth conference covers the changes in the BSA/AML and highlights the importance of BSA/AML training for members of credit unions. Barry Lynch, Senior Compliance Officer, Co-founder, and CEO of Waypoint Advisory Services will discuss important topics and concepts like “The Five Pillars of BSA”, “BSA Risk Assessments & Policy Needs”, “Alphabet Soup: CIP/CDD/MSB/MRB, “SAR’s and CTRS: Common Errors & Confidentiality”, and “BSA Jeopardy”. Registered guests can explore Texas while visiting popular sites and experiencing the local food culture.
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Directors Strategy and CU Performance Conference
Schedule: 28th April 2025 – 1st May 2025
Venue: Omni La Mansion del Rio Hotel, San Antonio, Texas
New technologies, payment methods, and communication channels keep credit unions changing regularly. In addition to creating new trends, these technologies increase the risk of cyber risks. This credit union conference covers these trends impacting credit unions across the country. Eminent speakers will discuss trendy topics like “Reading and Understanding Financial Statements”, “Creating an Impactful Five-Year Strategy Plan”, “Leadership Risk Types and Attitudes”, and “Credit Union Health and Performance”.
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National Credit Union Conference for Directors & Senior Management
Schedule: 15th May 2025 – 18th May 2025
Venue: Royal Sonesta New Orleans, New Orleans, Louisiana
The upcoming credit union conference focuses on the biggest challenges credit unions face. In addition to discussing these challenges, keynote speakers will resolve them by sharing fresh ideas and innovative solutions. Attendees can hone their risk management skills by attending insightful sessions like “Breaking Down the Basics of Executive Benefits & Compensation”, “Understanding Risk Management for Board Members”, “Growing Market Share Through Marketing & Technology Innovation”, and “The Heart of Leadership: Harnessing the Power of Emotional Intelligence”.
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Alaska Credit Union Cruise Conference
Schedule: 13th June 2025 – 20th June 2025
Venue: Aboard Celebrity’s Edge
Along with entertaining attendees, this credit union educational conference enables them to attend educational sessions and workshops. Attendees will enhance their knowledge and skills by attending sessions on “Artificial Intelligence – What is the Impact on Credit Union Boards”, “Creating a Culture of Trust in a Fraud-filled World”, “Asking the Right Questions: The Most Important Job You Have”, “Fraud and Current Regulatory Issues”, and “How to Attract and Retain Board and Committee Members”. At the same time, they can network with credit union professionals across the country.
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CU Leadership Conference
Schedule: 12th August 2025 – 15th August 2025
Venue: Caesars Palace Las Vegas
It is one of the prominent conferences for credit union executives and directors. The organizers expect over 50 solution providers and 1200 CU professionals to attend the CU Leadership Conference this summer. Keynote speakers will discuss the hottest credit union trends and topics like artificial intelligence (AI), fintech, liquidity, DEI lending, and leadership. Participants can discuss ideas and gain insights by attending 63 sessions. At the same time, the extended breakfast for champions enables them to discuss ideas with directors, CEOs, and other leading CU professionals.
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Conclusion
Upcoming credit union conferences create opportunities for members and professionals to share insights and gain trust. Seasoned credit union service organizations (CUSO) like AVANA CUSO use credit union conferences as a robust platform to discuss ideas, share insights, and strengthen connections. Our executives attend credit union conferences regularly to expand our credit union lending programs across communities while mitigating concentrated risks.
About AVANA CUSO
Established in 1998, AVANA CUSO is one of the most seasoned credit union service organizations (CUSO) with a focus on commercial real estate lending. Driving excellence through end-to-end customer service and our investments in technology, AVANA CUSO connects credit unions with commercial real estate entrepreneurs, brokers, and small business owners through participation lending.
Our mission is to help credit unions diversify their lending portfolios by expanding their lending programs beyond local communities, mitigating concentration risk while enhancing loan-to-share ratios.
Part of the AVANA Family of Companies, AVANA CUSO is an ESG lending organization that strives to improve communities by funding socially responsible projects that boost economic growth and foster job creation. AVANA CUSO is headquartered in Glendale, Arizona.
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References
https://www.cuconferences.com/all-conferences
https://www.thecreditunionconnection.com/credit-union-events
https://www.americascreditunions.org/events-training
https://www.ncuf.coop/events-engagements/cufinhealth-conference/
https://avanacuso.com/about/