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Upcoming Events
MAY
26
deadline6 days away
📍 Federal Register 📅 May 26, 2026 NCUA
Updates 12 CFR 701.21(h) governing third-party servicing of indirect vehicle loans, modernizing requirements to reduce burden on FCUs while maintaining safety/soundness standards.
MAY
31
conference11 days away
📍 Ocean City, MD 📅 May 31 – Jun 2, 2026 MD|DC Credit Union Association
Annual convention of the Maryland and DC Credit Union Association at the Ocean City Convention Center.
JUN
1
conference12 days away
📍 Austin, TX 📅 Jun 1–3, 2026 Q2
Q2's annual digital-banking client conference at JW Marriott Austin.
JUN
1
deadline12 days away
📍 Federal Register 📅 Jun 1, 2026 NCUA
Regulatory publication and voluntary review as contemplated by the Economic Growth and Regulatory Paperwork Reduction Act of 1996 (EGRPRA). NCUA is soliciting comments on its entire Chapter VII of 12 CFR to identify outdated, unnecessary, or unduly burdensome regulations affecting credit unions.
JUN
2
conference13 days away
📍 Palm Desert, CA 📅 Jun 2–4, 2026 Origence
The credit union industry's premier lending technology conference, covering origination platforms, AI in underwriting, indirect lending, and digital member experience. Keynote: Daymond John.
JUN
4
conference15 days away
📍 Grand Rapids, MI 📅 Jun 4–6, 2026 Michigan Credit Union League
Michigan CU League annual convention at DeVos Place / Amway Grand Plaza. Education, exhibition, and league business.
JUN
8
deadline19 days away
📍 Federal Register 📅 Jun 8, 2026 NCUA
Removes automatic disqualification of associational groups that require purchase of a product or service as a condition of membership. Provides regulatory relief to single associational and multiple common bond FCUs.
JUN
9
conference20 days away
📍 Orlando, FL 📅 Jun 9–12, 2026 The League of Southeastern Credit Unions
The League of Southeastern Credit Unions' flagship annual convention drawing CU leaders from across the Southeast and beyond.
JUN
9
deadline20 days away
📍 Federal Register 📅 Jun 9, 2026 NCUA
Joint NCUA/FDIC/OCC proposed rule amending requirements for risk-based AML/CFT programs at supervised institutions. Aligns with FinCEN's modernization of the BSA framework.
JUN
10
conference21 days away
📍 Lincoln, NE 📅 Jun 10–11, 2026 Nebraska Credit Union League
Annual convention of the Nebraska Credit Union League at the Lincoln Embassy Suites.
JUN
11
conference22 days away
📍 Portland, ME 📅 Jun 11–12, 2026 Maine Credit Union League
Annual convention of the Maine Credit Union League at the Holiday Inn by the Bay.
JUN
11
conference22 days away
📍 Saratoga Springs, NY 📅 Jun 11–14, 2026 New York Credit Union Association
NYCUA's annual meeting and convention.
JUN
13
conference24 days away
📍 Cleveland, OH 📅 Jun 13–14, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Peer-to-peer roundtable for CU directors and board chairs preceding the Strategic Growth Conference. Governance, oversight, and board effectiveness.
JUN
14
conference25 days away
📍 Cleveland, OH 📅 Jun 14–17, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Conference focused on CU growth strategy, M&A, charter expansion, and field-of-membership innovation.
JUN
22
deadline
📍 Federal Register 📅 Jun 22, 2026 NCUA
Amends 12 CFR 708a Subpart C to eliminate prescriptive procedural, disclosure, and member-communication requirements for credit-union-to-bank mergers. Gives boards greater latitude on disclosure and process while preserving member-vote requirements.
JUN
23
deadline
📍 Federal Register 📅 Jun 23, 2026 NCUA
Request for Information seeking public input on simplifying NCUA data-collection processes, including the 5300 Call Report and the FPR. Could reshape quarterly reporting burden.
JUL
19
conference
📍 Sydney, Australia 📅 Jul 19–22, 2026 World Council of Credit Unions
The global gathering of credit union and cooperative finance leaders, bringing together professionals from over 60 countries to share innovations and best practices.
JUL
19
school
📍 Madison, WI 📅 Jul 19–25, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Multi-year certification program for senior CU managers. Year-1, Year-2, and Year-3 cohorts convene at UW-Madison for the in-person session.
JUL
20
school
📍 Madison, WI 📅 Jul 20–23, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Certification school for CU commercial lenders. Underwriting, structure, portfolio management, and CRE.
AUG
3
conference
📍 Aventura, FL 📅 Aug 3–6, 2026 Defense Credit Union Council
Annual conference for credit unions serving the U.S. military and defense community, covering advocacy, MWR partnerships, and serving members in uniform.
AUG
3
conference
📍 Alpharetta, GA 📅 Aug 3–6, 2026 African-American Credit Union Coalition
AACUC's annual conference advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion across the credit union movement, with leadership development and Hall of Fame recognition.
AUG
16
conference
📍 Jackson, WY 📅 Aug 16–19, 2026 CUES
Premier peer-to-peer networking event for credit union CEOs in an intimate mountain setting.
AUG
24
school
📍 Chicago, IL 📅 Aug 24–28, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Investment portfolio management certification for CU finance staff. ALM, fixed income, and risk-based decision making.
SEP
13
conference
📍 Washington, DC 📅 Sep 13–15, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Mid-year advocacy event on Capitol Hill for credit union leaders to meet with legislators on key policy issues.
SEP
14
conference
📍 Scottsdale, AZ 📅 Sep 14–16, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Conference for credit union compliance officers and risk management professionals covering regulatory updates, exam prep, and best practices.
SEP
14
school
📍 Fort Worth, TX 📅 Sep 14–17, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Certification school covering CU collections, charge-offs, and bankruptcy proceedings.
SEP
15
conference
📍 Scottsdale, AZ 📅 Sep 15–17, 2026 Marketing Association of Credit Unions
The credit union industry's flagship marketing conference, covering brand strategy, member acquisition, content, and digital growth tactics for CU marketers.
SEP
20
conference
📍 Las Vegas, NV 📅 Sep 20–23, 2026 American Credit Union Mortgage Association
The premier mortgage lending conference for credit unions, covering rate environment, secondary markets, technology, and competing with bank/non-bank originators.
SEP
21
conference
📍 Las Vegas, NV 📅 Sep 21–24, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Joint operations and technology conference covering digital transformation, cybersecurity, core processing, and operational efficiency.
SEP
23
conference
📍 Bettendorf, IA 📅 Sep 23–25, 2026 Iowa Credit Union League
Annual conference and exhibit of the Iowa Credit Union League.
SEP
24
conference
📍 Las Vegas, NV 📅 Sep 24–25, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Two-day summit on physical and cyber security for CU operations leaders. Held adjacent to Operations & Technology Councils' Conference.
SEP
28
school
📍 Savannah, GA 📅 Sep 28 – Oct 1, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Certification school for CU marketing and business development staff. Strategy, segmentation, and campaign measurement.
SEP
29
conference
📍 Gatlinburg, TN 📅 Sep 29 – Oct 1, 2026 Tennessee Credit Union League
Annual convention and expo at the Gatlinburg Convention Center.
SEP
30
conference
📍 Indianapolis, IN 📅 Sep 30 – Oct 2, 2026 Indiana Credit Union League
Annual convention of the Indiana Credit Union League.
OCT
5
school
📍 Charlotte, NC 📅 Oct 5–8, 2026 America's Credit Unions
ERM certification school for CU risk officers. Risk taxonomy, KRIs, scenario analysis, and board reporting. Available in-person or virtual.
OCT
5
school
📍 Charlotte, NC 📅 Oct 5–8, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Internal audit certification school covering CU-specific audit programs, NCUA exam preparation, and Sarbanes-style controls testing.
OCT
6
conference
📍 Denver, CO 📅 Oct 6–9, 2026 GoWest Credit Union Association
GoWest's flagship annual convention serving credit unions across Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming — one of the largest regional CU events in the country.
OCT
13
conference
📍 Uncasville, CT 📅 Oct 13–16, 2026 Cooperative Credit Union Association
Annual convention of CCUA serving CT, DE, MA, NH, RI credit unions. Held at Mohegan Sun Resort.
OCT
18
conference
📍 Las Vegas, NV 📅 Oct 18–21, 2026 Money 20/20
Premier global fintech and payments conference. Significant CU presence; CU-focused tracks and side events. Held at Venetian Expo and Caesars Forum.
OCT
19
conference
📍 Nashville, TN 📅 Oct 19–21, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Annual conference for in-house and outside counsel serving the CU industry. Regulatory, compliance, and litigation updates.
OCT
19
conference
📍 Kansas City, MO 📅 Oct 19–21, 2026 Jack Henry
Jack Henry's flagship annual user conference covering Symitar, jXchange, SilverLake, and the JHA cloud platform.
OCT
20
conference
📍 Palm Springs, CA 📅 Oct 20–22, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Exclusive conference for credit union CEOs focused on strategic leadership, industry outlook, and peer networking.
OCT
22
conference
📍 Chicago, IL 📅 Oct 22–24, 2026 Illinois Credit Union League
ICUL's annual meeting and convention. Education, governance, and member-business updates.
OCT
25
conference
📍 Baltimore, MD 📅 Oct 25–27, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Fall edition of the small credit union conference addressing year-end planning, budgeting, and strategic priorities.
OCT
26
conference
📍 Savannah, GA 📅 Oct 26–28, 2026 The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates / Carolinas Credit Union League
Joint annual convention of The League (FL/AL/GA) and Carolinas Credit Union League. Held at JW Marriott Savannah Plant Riverside District.
OCT
26
conference
📍 Atlantic City, NJ 📅 Oct 26–28, 2026 CrossState Credit Union Association
CrossState's fall reality-check conference for executives.
NOV
2
conference
📍 Palm Desert, CA 📅 Nov 2–5, 2026 California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues
Annual convention of the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues. The west coast's largest CU industry gathering.
NOV
3
conference
📍 Las Vegas, NV 📅 Nov 3–6, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Conference for credit union lending professionals covering auto lending, mortgage, commercial lending, and consumer loan trends.
NOV
3
school
📍 Indianapolis, IN 📅 Nov 3–5, 2026 America's Credit Unions
BSA/AML certification school. CTRs, SARs, OFAC, beneficial ownership, and FinCEN modernization. Available in-person or virtual.
NOV
16
conference
📍 Fort Worth, TX 📅 Nov 16–18, 2026 VentureTech
Invitation-driven gathering connecting credit unions with fintech founders and CUSO investors — focused on emerging tech, partnerships, and industry investment opportunities.
Past Events
MAY
19
conference
📍 Atlantic City, NJ 📅 May 19–21, 2026 CrossState Credit Union Association
Annual convention of CrossState (NJ/PA leagues) at Harrah's Atlantic City. 2026 theme: 'reimagine, innovate, and lead'. Five tracks: Strategy & Leadership, Advocacy, Compliance & Fraud, Membership & Marketing, Operations & Technology.
MAY
17
conference
📍 San Diego, CA 📅 May 17–20, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Annual gathering of CU CFOs and finance executives. ALM, investment strategy, capital planning, and balance-sheet management.
MAY
13
conference
📍 Madison, WI 📅 May 13–15, 2026 The Wisconsin Credit Union League
Annual convention and expo of the Wisconsin Credit Union League.
MAY
13
conference
📍 Austin, TX 📅 May 13–15, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Annual cybersecurity conference for CU IT leaders, CISOs, and risk officers — covering threats, NIST framework, vendor management, and incident response.
MAY
12
conference
📍 Dallas, TX 📅 May 12–14, 2026 Filene Research Institute / Trellance
Annual Filene/Trellance research and innovation conference. Filene's i3 Wave 22 cohort begins their year here.
MAY
12
conference
📍 Oklahoma City, OK 📅 May 12–14, 2026 Cornerstone League
Annual meeting of the Cornerstone League serving AR, OK, and TX credit unions. Education, advocacy updates, and league business.
MAY
12
conference
📍 Portland, OR 📅 May 12–14, 2026 Inclusiv
Annual gathering of community development credit unions and partners advancing financial inclusion in low-income and underserved communities.
MAY
11
deadline
📍 Federal Register 📅 May 11, 2026 NCUA
Proposed update to 12 CFR Part 749 governing the Records Preservation Program and Appendices, including Record Retention Guidelines and Catastrophic Act Preparedness Guidelines for federally insured credit unions.
MAY
11
conference
📍 San Diego, CA 📅 May 11–14, 2026 MeridianLink
MeridianLink's annual user conference for CU/bank loan-origination, account-opening, and consumer-reporting clients.
MAY
6
conference
📍 Salt Lake City, UT 📅 May 6–8, 2026 Jack Henry / Symitar
Symitar Episys user group regional conference at Salt Lake City Downtown City Creek Marriott.
MAY
6
conference
📍 Charleston, SC 📅 May 6–8, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Invitation-only roundtable bringing CU CEOs together for peer dialogue on strategy, growth, and industry trends.
MAY
4
conference
📍 Austin, TX 📅 May 4–6, 2026 Abrigo
Abrigo's annual conference for CU and community-bank lending and BSA/AML staff. Held at Fairmont Austin.
MAY
3
conference
📍 New Orleans, LA 📅 May 3–5, 2026 America's Credit Unions
Tailored conference for small credit unions covering unique challenges in operations, compliance, and growth at smaller asset sizes.
MAY
1
conference
📍 Boston, MA 📅 May 1–3, 2026 CU Accelerate
Conference focused on accelerating credit union digital transformation and member experience innovation.
APR
27
deadline
📍 Federal Register 📅 Apr 27, 2026 NCUA
Proposes changes to 12 CFR Part 701.39 governing statutory liens. Simplifies the regulatory framework around how federal credit unions exercise statutory lien rights on member shares.
APR
27
deadline
📍 Federal Register 📅 Apr 27, 2026 NCUA
Proposes changes to 12 CFR Part 701.26 governing credit union service contracts. Reduces prescriptive requirements for how credit unions enter into and manage service agreements with vendors and third parties.
APR
27
deadline
📍 Federal Register 📅 Apr 27, 2026 NCUA
Proposes changes to 12 CFR Part 701.24 governing the refund of interest by federal credit unions. Streamlines requirements around interest refund policies and procedures.
APR
27
deadline
📍 Federal Register 📅 Apr 27, 2026 NCUA
Proposes changes to 12 CFR Part 701.23 governing the purchase, sale, and pledge of eligible obligations by federal credit unions. Aims to modernize and streamline requirements for these transactions.
APR
27
deadline
📍 Federal Register 📅 Apr 27, 2026 NCUA
Proposes changes to 12 CFR Part 701.21 governing compensation in connection with loans to members and lines of credit to members. Aims to reduce prescriptive requirements around loan-related compensation practices.
APR
27
deadline
📍 Federal Register 📅 Apr 27, 2026 NCUA
Proposes changes to 12 CFR Part 701.4 governing post-election training requirements for new federal credit union board members. Part of the sixth round of NCUA's Deregulation Project.
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