Annual Convention & Expo
Gatlinburg Convention Center
April 16 – 18, 2024
NEW MEETING SCHEDULE IN 2024!
2024 Highlights
Check out some of the exciting offerings at this year’s event!
golf Tournament April 16
Exhibit Hall April 16-17
Awards April 16
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
Schedule – All times ET
| Tuesday, April 16 | |
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8:30 a.m. |
Golf Tournament |
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1:00 – 5:00 p.m. |
Attendee and Exhibitor Registration |
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5:00 – 6:30 p.m. |
Tennessee League Business Meeting Hall of Fame Awards Presentation |
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6:30 – 10:00 p.m. |
Welcome Party and Casino Night in Exhibit Hall |
| Wednesday, April 17 | |
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7:30 – 9:00 a.m. |
Breakfast in Exhibit Hall |
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9:00 – 11:30 a.m. |
Opening General Sessions Young Professional Breakout Sessions |
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11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. |
Networking and Lunch in the Exhibit Hall |
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1:00 – 3:00 p.m. |
General Sessions Young Professional Breakout Sessions |
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3:00 – 4:00 p.m. |
Happy Hour in the Exhibit Hall Exhibitor prizes awarded |
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4:00 p.m. |
Explore Gatlinburg! |
| Thursday, April 18 | |
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7:30 – 8:45 a.m. |
Morning Breakfast Mixer |
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8:45 – 9:30 a.m. |
Emerging Technology Panel Discussion with Young Professionals – Facilitated by Visa |
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9:30 – 9:45 a.m. |
Networking Break |
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9:45 – 10:45 a.m. |
Concluding Session |
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10:45 – 11:00 a.m. |
Closing Remarks and Grand Prizes |
Speaker Sessions
Opening Keynote
Hoan Do
Hoan Do is an award-winning inspirational speaker, author of Succeeding in the Real World, and city finalist in NBC’s hit show, American Ninja Warrior. He has been featured on Good Morning America, NBC, Yahoo Finance, The Chicago Tribune, and Lay’s chip bags nationwide. The Seattle Magazine recognized Hoan as one of the top 25 influential people in Seattle. His engaging style and ability to share important life lessons in a way that people resonate with has earned him the Verizon Wireless Motivator Award.
Alain Nan-Sinkam
Alain Nana-Sinkam, Principal of Triple Double Auto Consulting, shares his insights on what’s currently taking place in the car industry and what the auto buying experience will look like in the near future, including:
- Will the touchless car-buying experience stick?
- How are consumer experiences with other online commerce options affecting the auto business?
- What’s the future of the car — especially with delivery services like Amazon, DoorDash, Instacart thriving?
- How will all this affect credit unions?
Ancin Cooley
Founder/Principal
Synergy Credit Union Consulting, Inc.
Closing Session
Andy Janning
Erika Romenesko
Boost Your Member Engagement Strategy
Join TruStage Member Experience Strategists to unveil the latest findings from extensive credit union member and consumer research. Acquire a new understanding of credit union members’ foremost concerns and preferences in making informed financial decisions. Explore how techniques like user testing and cohort analysis can identify the moments and what matters to members. Discover how these insights have helped transform credit unions’ approaches to enhance member experiences. Leave with actionable insights to boost your member engagement initiatives and empower members to navigate financial decisions confidently.
Young Professionals Session
Maximizing Your Professional Growth: “Your Network Is Your Net Worth” in the Credit Union World
In the dynamic realm of the credit union industry, where innovation and collaboration are keys to success, the maxim “Your Network is Your Net Worth” truly embodies the essence of professional growth. This engaging breakout session is tailored for forward-thinking professionals eager to harness the full potential of their networks for career advancement. By focusing on the symbiotic relationship between networking, mentorship, technical skill development, and personal accountability, we provide a comprehensive roadmap for achieving professional excellence within the credit union community.
- Strategic Networking and Mentorship: Learn how to forge valuable connections with industry leaders and peers and how to establish or become part of mentorship programs that facilitate mutual growth and learning within the credit union sector.
- Technical Skill Advancement: Dive into the ways continuous learning and technical skill development can position you as a valuable asset within your network and the broader credit union industry, including emerging technologies and industry best practices.
- Personal Branding and Accountability: Understand the critical role of personal branding in networking and how personal accountability in your professional journey can lead to trust and respect within your network, opening doors to new opportunities.
Tennessee Credit Union League
CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
Proceeds of the tournament support the
Credit Unions Inspire Hope Family Retreat
October 25-27, 2024 Nashville
| LOCATION | 520 Dollywood Lane |
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| TIME | Registration/Breakfast 7:30 – 8:30 am ET Shotgun Start 8:30 am |
| FORMAT | 4 Person Scramble with Shotgun Start |
| FEES | $149 per golfer / $750 per foursome Fee includes: Breakfast Green and cart fees Range balls Lunch Additional goodies |
Registration is available through the event registration link.
Proceeds from the Tournament benefit Inheritance of Hope
Thank you to our 2024 Sponsors
Premier
Elite
Welcome Reception, Casino Night and Entertainment
Casino Tables
Roulette
VISA
Black Jack
Trellance, VolCorp, SRM and Envisant
Casino Night Beverages and Door Prizes
Trellance
Happy Hour Refreshment Break
Envisant
Young Professionals Dinner
VolCorp
GWLN TN Sister Society Reception
Trellance
Wi-Fi
Financial Standards Group
Exhibit Hall Lunch
MBL Solutions
Bag Sponsor
PSCU Co-op
CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORS
All funds from the golf tournament will benefit Inheritance for Hope
Works24
Longest Drive Sponsor
Construction Consultants
Hole Sponsor
ASG Results
Hole Sponsor
Evans, Simpson, and Associates
Hole Sponsor
ISI
Hole Sponsor
Old Hickory Credit Union
Hole Sponsor
Protective
Hole Sponsor
PSCU/Co-op Solutions
Hole Sponsor
Bankpak
Hole Sponsor
Unitas
Hole Sponsor
2024 Exhibitor Registration
Exhibition Hall – April 16 – 17, 2024
The Annual Convention & Expo is the premier opportunity to meet and connect with CEOs and leadership decision-makers from Tennessee’s credit unions.
Held in the heart of Gatlinburg, this event includes more than 4 hours of dedicated exhibit hall time with additional opportunities to connect and network with attendees during breakfast and lunch.
New in 2024, we will open the exhibit hall with a Welcome Party and Casino Night!
| Tuesday, April 16, 2024 | |
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7:30 – 8:30 a.m. |
Golf Tournament Registration and Breakfast |
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8:30 a.m. |
Golf Tournament Shotgun Start with lunch following |
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1:00 – 5:00 p.m. |
Exhibitor Registration and Booth Set Up |
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5:00 – 6:30 p.m. |
Opening Session for Attendees – Tennessee League Business Meeting |
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6:30 – 10:00 p.m. |
Welcome Party and Casino Night – Exhibit Hall |
| Wednesday, April 17, 2024 | |
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7:30 – 9:00 a.m. |
Networking Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall |
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9:00 – 11:30 a.m. |
Attendee Sessions |
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11:30 – 1:00 p.m. |
Exhibit Hall open and lunch is served |
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1:00 – 3:00 p.m. |
Attendee Sessions |
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3:00 – 4:00 p.m. |
Happy Hour in the Exhibit Hall |
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4:00 – 7:00 p.m. |
Exhibit Hall Closed to Attendees – Booth Breakdown and Removal |
PLEASE REGISTER BELOW
Exhibitor registration is required to attend any function.
*SOLD OUT*
Please contact Laura Parrish to join the waitlist — lparrish@yourleague.org
Standard Exhibit Hall Booth 8x10 — $2,500
Standard 8×10 booth includes registration for up to 2 representatives (booth map below). Additional staff can be registered for $200 each. (Sponsorships available in the registration form below.)
Important Reminders
The exhibit hall usually sells out early, so please register soon to guarantee your spot.
March 15 | Cancellation Deadline: Cancellations after this date less than 30 days before the show will be subject to 100% of the booth fee forfeited
PLEASE REGISTER BELOW
*SOLD OUT*
Please contact Laura Parrish to join the waitlist — lparrish@yourleague.org
Hotel Information
**As of 1/29/2024 both conference hotels are sold out on peak nights**
There are plenty of hotels very close by to the Gatlinburg Convention Center. Check the map above for suggestions.
Marriott Courtyard
315 Airport Road
Gatlinburg, TN 37738