Spring Training
March 13 – 16, 2025 | Scottsdale Plaza Resort | Scottsdale, Arizona
Conference Details
Revitalize your spirit, refresh your skills and renew your dedication at CU Conferencesʼ annual Credit Union Spring Training Conference. Held during two different weeks in March and in two invigorating & scenic locations.
And, you will have valuable networking time with fellow board of directors, board chairs, supervisory committee members, senior managers, marketing and business development managers and other credit union professionals from across the country.
Earn 10.8 CPE credits while attending this conference.
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Registration & Hotel Information
Conference Registration
We offer an excellent educational return on your conference investment. Register early for greatest savings.
On or Before January 9, 2025: $1395
January 10, 2025 – February 6, 2025: $1445
February 7, 2025, and Beyond: $1495
Guest Program: $259
Guest Program
Our guest program enables your registered guest(s) to join you during the following conference events: ($259 additional per guest)
Thursday's Welcome Reception
Friday's Breakfast
Friday's Sit-Down Luncheon
Saturday's Breakfast
Hotel Reservation
Book your room online or call the Scottsdale Plaza Resort at (800) 832-2025. Be sure to mention CU Conferences to receive rates starting at $299. The resort fee is waived when you book through CU Conferences' room block.
Rates are based on availability. If you are unable to book a room, call CU Conferences at 888-465-6010 for assistance.
Airport and Ground Transportation
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is approximately 30 minutes from the Scottsdale Plaza Resort. Self-parking at hotel is available at no additional cost.
**All rates listed are subject to change and are estimates. Please check rates with the ground transportation taxi and shuttle booth prior to departure.
Weather
The weather in Scottsdale during the month of March is rather pleasant. The average temperature reaches a high of about 76° during the day and a crisp 44° in the evenings. We suggest a light coat for the cooler evenings.
Speaker Information
Celeste Cook, CEO
cuStrategies, LLC
Bill McKenna, President
McKenna Marketing Network
Paul Robert, CEO
FI Strategies, LLC
Agenda
Thursday, March 13, 2025
The Spring Training agenda is full of timely sessions packed with fresh ideas and innovative solutions to the issues facing today’s credit unions. (Agenda subject to change)
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Conference Registration
1:00 – 1:15 p.m.
Opening Remarks
1:15 – 2:15 p.m.
Topic TBD
Paul Robert
CEO
FI Strategies, LLC
CEO
FI Strategies, LLC
2:15 – 2:25 p.m.
Premier Sponsor - PARC Street Partners
2:25 – 2:40 p.m.
Networking and Refreshment Break
2:40– 3:40 p.m.
Topic TBD
Celeste Cook
CEO
cuStrategies, LLC
CEO
cuStrategies, LLC
3:40 – 4:00 p.m.
Daily Wrap Up
5:00 – 6:00 p.m. (GP)
Welcome Reception
Join us for cocktails, light dining, and great conversation. Registered guests are welcome to attend.
CU Conferences is grateful for the support of its sponsor, PARC Street Partners, and would like to thank them for co-sponsoring the reception.
Friday, March 14, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 a.m. (GP)
Breakfast
Join us for a hearty breakfast. Registered guests are welcome to attend.
9:00 – 9:15 a.m.
Opening Remarks
9:15 – 10:15 a.m.
Topic TBD
Bill McKenna
President
McKenna Marketing Network
Bill McKenna
President
McKenna Marketing Network
10:15 – 10:30 a.m.
Networking and Refreshment Break
10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Topic TBD
Celeste Cook
CEO
cuStrategies, LLC
Celeste Cook
CEO
cuStrategies, LLC
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Topic TBD
Paul Robert
CEO
FI Strategies, LLC
Paul Robert
CEO
FI Strategies, LLC
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. (GP)
Group Luncheon
Join us for lunch. Registered guests are welcome to attend.
1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Topic TBD
Bill McKenna
President
McKenna Marketing Network
Bill McKenna
President
McKenna Marketing Network
2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Topic TBD
Celeste Cook
CEO
cuStrategies, LLC
Celeste Cook
CEO
cuStrategies, LLC
3:30– 3:45 p.m.
Daily Wrap-Up
Saturday, March 15, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 a.m. (GP)
Breakfast
Join us for a hearty sit-down breakfast. Registered guests are welcome to attend.
9:00 – 9:05 a.m.
Opening Remarks
9:05 – 10:05 a.m.
Topic TBD
Bill McKenna
President
McKenna Marketing Network
Bill McKenna
President
McKenna Marketing Network
10:05 – 10:20 a.m.
Networking and Refreshment Break
10:20 – 11:20 a.m.
Topic TBD
Paul Robert
CEO
FI Strategies, LLC
Paul Robert
CEO
FI Strategies, LLC
11:20 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
Optional Roundtable Discussion
Exchange ideas with fellow participants during a lively discussion. This roundtable will allow time for discussion on key topics followed by representatives from each table sharing thoughts and ideas discussed at their particular table.
12:20 – 12:30 p.m.
Conference Wrap-Up
Sunday, March 16, 2025
Travel Day - Have a Safe Trip Home!