With nearly every industry in the world transforming and going digital, the Credit Union industry is one of the hottest spaces today. Digitalization has completely transformed the world of CUs, and 21st century finance is not like anything we have seen before. Keeping up with the credit union industry is crucial for the growth of any financial institution or for any of the industry ‘disruptors’. This is a compendium of the best trade shows and conferences to keep on top of the CU trends and help member experience satisfaction increase.
When is the event: May 22-25, 2023, Nashville, TN
What does it entail: The MAC Conference has it all: top-tier general sessions, breakout workshops, exhibitor-partnership opportunities, a networking reception, MAC’s legendary Booth Crawl—and, of course, some great breakfast and lunch grub, capped off with the MAC Awards dinner!
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: May 1-3, 2023, Memphis, TN
What does it entail: Join the largest gathering of credit unions and financial institutions with a mission of financial inclusion and learn how, together, we can build more sustainable, resilient, and equitable communities.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: March 26-29, 2023, Orlando, FL
What does it entail: CUNA Marketing & Business Development Council Conference is the perfect environment to reconnect with other credit union marketing and business development peers who understand challenges you face. Conference content is driven by the CUNA Marketing & Business Development Council, so you can be sure we are hitting relevant and trending impacting your role. We will also celebrate and honor the winners of the prestigious Diamond Awards, as well as the 2023 Recognition Awards. Return to your credit union with a fresh perspective, new insights and enthusiasm for the industry and movement.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: April 23 - 26, 2023, San Diego, CA
What does it entail: Reconnect and grow with your credit union industry peers during CUNA HR & Organizational Development Council Conference. Collaborate with credit union professionals facing similar challenges while exploring relevant and trending topics curated by the CUNA HR & Organizational Development Council conference committee. Celebrate and honor the winners of the CUNA HR & Organizational Development Council Awards. Return to your credit union with a fresh perspective, new insights and enthusiasm for the industry and movement.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: February 26 – March 2, 2023, Washington, D.C., and online
What does it entail: Join thousands of your peers in Washington to show lawmakers the credit union difference. CUNA GAC is our opportunity to highlight the meaningful work credit unions are doing to improve the financial well-being of their members and communities.
Here’s what to expect:
- Hear from world-class keynote speakers
- Participate in Hill Hikes to show lawmakers the credit union difference
- Discover the latest offerings in the industry's largest exhibit hall
- Network with and learn from peers and thought leaders in credit unions, politics, business and more
- Experience Washington in a unique environment with legendary receptions, meals, tours and accommodations
- Don’t miss the credit union advocacy event of the year.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: September 10-12, 2023, Savannah, Georgia
What does it entail: Reconnect and grow with your credit union industry peers during CUNA Finance Council Conference. Collaborate with credit union professionals facing similar challenges while exploring relevant and trending topics curated by CUNA Finance Council. Celebrate and honor recipients of the 2023 Recognition Awards. Return to your credit union with a fresh perspective, new insights and enthusiasm for the industry and movement.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: September 10-12, 2023, Savannah, Georgia
What does it entail: Take a laser-focused look at your credit union’s people strategy and discover the latest trends in talent development with your executive team.
As you know, people strategy is every leader's responsibility, and we know you are facing extraordinary challenges in predicting the future skills needed to take your credit union to the next level. Changes in the modern work environment are staggering. From managing hybrid/remote teams to defining future workforce needs and attracting and retaining the right talent, the alignment of CEOs and their senior executive teams are crucial.
TalentNEXT is an event designed to unite your credit unions senior leaders around a common vision for your most valuable asset—your people. Learn from experts in talent management and renowned faculty.
Your people are essential to achieving your CU’s goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to focus on talent strategies and performance management, ensuring your credit union’s greatest asset—its people—can execute upon your strategic plan.
Who should attend: This event is for credit union executives only.
When is the event: March 5-10, 2023, Sun Valley, Idaho
What does it entail: Achieve Peak Performance
CUES Execu/Summit® is a truly unique, can’t-miss event for those wanting to set themselves and their CU up for success!
Execu/Summit’s distinctive schedule bookends educational sessions around free time, giving you plenty of time to learn, network and explore beautiful scenery—a perfect combination.
Topics are selected to give you what you need to take your organization’s performance to the next level. We'll take a deep dive into:
Using Collective Intelligence to Build Teams of Problem Solvers
Leadership Effectiveness
Shifts Impacting Lending, What We Can Do to Prepare
Emerging Digital and Fintech Trends
Becoming a Digital Disruptor
Who should attend: CEOs & Directors
When is the event: August 20-23, 2023, Vail, Colorado
What does it entail: Set your credit union up for a successful future.
“Business as usual” stops here. Reflect on your credit union’s goals and direction in a setting that’s uniquely suited to high-level thinking.
This one-of-a-kind conference combines an innovative agenda, expert speakers, phenomenal networking opportunities and a spectacular location…all working together to create a transformative experience. Your day will begin with morning sessions, and the afternoons will provide plenty of time to explore and take part in an endless number of outdoor activities.
Who should attend: CEOs & Directors
When is the event: June 25-28, Las Vegas
What does it entail: CU relEVENT 2023 is back for more.
More illuminating sessions.
More incredible networking events.
More credit union-saving takeaways.
The best credit union conference in the universe is back for more. Are you?
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: December 10-13, 2023, Lahaina, Hawaii
What does it entail: This must-attend event allows you to join your colleagues for an in-depth look at relevant governance and strategy issues affecting your board, credit union, and the movement as a whole.
You’ll gain a deeper and broader understanding of industry trends, and walk away with enhanced skills and new approaches to governance—all critical competencies for today’s strong leaders.
Governance and Leadership
Strategy
Innovation and Change
And more!
Who should attend: CEOs & Directors
When is the event: July 25-28, Las Vegas, NV
What does it entail: Join us to explore credit unions’ role in improving people’s financial well-being. Now in its seventh year, CU FinHealth brings industry leaders together to examine how credit unions are measuring financial health, working to strengthen it, and documenting and sharing the results.
Attendees will discuss multi-sector solutions to address the drivers of financial well-being, explore strategies for engaging new partners, understand how to leverage technology to track and improve financial health, and share best practices.
Who should attend:
CEOs
Directors
Board Chairs
Supervisory Committee Members
Chief/VP of Operations
Chief/VP of Marketing
Chief/VP of Lending
Chief/VP of Technology
Chief/VP of HR
Chief/VP of Finance
Chief/VP of Member Business Lending
When is the event: April 18-20, Las Vegas, NV
What does it entail: Join us to explore credit unions’ role in improving people’s financial well-being. Now in its seventh year, CU FinHealth brings industry leaders together to examine how credit unions are measuring financial health, working to strengthen it, and documenting and sharing the results.
Attendees will discuss multi-sector solutions to address the drivers of financial well-being, explore strategies for engaging new partners, understand how to leverage technology to track and improve financial health, and share best practices.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: September 18-20, Savannah, GA / (August 7-9 for the west coast.)
What does it entail: Please stay tuned to the CUBG for upcoming information about this event.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: May 4-6, New Castle, NH
What does it entail: Please stay tuned to the CU Accelerate for upcoming information about this event.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: July 25, Virtual Marketing Conference
What does it entail: Join the CrossState team for the premier conference for credit union marketers across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. The day will be highlighted by the MIC Awards’ announcement ceremony, and keynote speakers that will be both educate and entertain you. Please check in with the CrossState Daily for updates as we get closer to the event.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: October 23-25, Atlantic City, NJ
What does it entail: Invigorate your innovative side at CU Reality Check. Thought leaders and industry experts join us October 23-25 in Atlantic City, NJ, to challenge the ways you’ve always done things, rethink the future of the movement, and spark ideas that will move your credit union forward.
Please stay tuned to the CrossState Daily for more information about this event.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: May 18-20, Hershey, PA
What does it entail: CrossState’s Annual Convention is back. The Association’s marquee event moves to Hershey, PA this year and will be hosted from May 18-20. We hope you join us to Connect with your credit union friends, enjoy engaging keynote speakers, and an array of learning opportunities. Please stay tuned tuned to the CrossState Daily for more upcoming information about this event.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: April 11-14, Tuscon, AZ
What does it entail: Each day you can choose to IMPACT the life of others through your work. It is through professional development that you can influence your growth, that of your credit union and the industry as a whole. By investing in yourself and team, you will gain new insights that will allow you to Reach beyond your current limits.
Who should attend: CEOs, C-Suites, Board Chairs, Board Volunteers, Supervisory Committee Members, Compliance & Audit Professionals, Finance & Accounting Professionals, HR & Talent Development Professionals, Lending & Collections Professionals, Marketing & Business Development Professionals, Operations Professionals, Payments Professionals, Technology Professionals
When is the event: May 2-4, Tuscon, AZ
What does it entail: For 15+ years, Co-op THINK has been connecting thousands of the nation’s most forward-thinking credit union executives with divergent thought leaders from around the world to ignite change and growth in the credit union movement. Often copied, but never duplicated, Co-op THINK is the credit union event of the year.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: December 6-7, Phoenix, AZ
What does it entail: We'll bring you big ideas from renowned speakers and a chance to see bright innovations in action during our famous day-away field trips. Activate ideas and grow your minds for the future.
Who should attend: All levels in the credit union space
When is the event: March 26-29, Dallas, TX
What does it entail: The financial world is constantly changing, and your ability to keep up with those changes – everything from asset liability management to the latest regulations – can have a direct impact on the success of your financial institution.
That’s why ALM First hosts the Financial Institute. This industry-leading, three-day workshop provides key education and timely insights designed to benefit your institution’s performance by giving you tools and resources to develop clear goals and strategies.
Who should attend: CEOs, CFOs, Senior Management, Controllers, Treasury Staff, Financial Analysts, Accountants, ALCO and Board Members
When is the event: October 1-4, National Harbor, MD
What does it entail: These two-day subject-intensive events enable select groups of participants to take deep dives into critical issues affecting the credit union mortgage lending industry.
Who should attend: Credit union mortgage lenders at all levels of the profession
When is the event: November 4 - 7, Orlando, FL
What does it entail: FinTech-Aviv is an inclusive innovation community founded by a diverse team of well-connected Financial Technology enthusiasts.
Who should attend: Credit union directors, board chairs, CEOs, supervisory committee members, IT managers, business development and marketing managers and other credit union professionals from across the country.
