Engage with industry and academic thought-leaders during this exclusive session tied to the In the Cellar fundraiser.

This event is reserved for credit union CEO's and all guests of Founder level sponsors.

Session Agenda:

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. - Breakfast & Welcome

9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. - Leader Insights brought to you by In the Cellar's founding partner TruStage

• Join the conversation as we hear from industry leaders Terrance Williams, President & CEO of TruStage and Jim Nussle, President & CEO of CUNA on recent mergers, updates, and trends impacting credit unions.

9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - The CEO Side Hustle

• Presenters Jeff Russell, President & CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska and Mark Zook, President & CEO of MAPS Credit Union will share their journey on going outside the boardroom to foster innovation and spark joy.

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - The Future of Work

• Dr. Sekou Bermiss, Associate Professor of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at UNC's Kenan-Flager Business School and Doug Leighton, Founding Partner at Tahoma Advisors and former VISA executive will tackle the big question on every leader's mind, what does the future of work look like?

11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. - Lunch & Laugh

• Over lunch we will have the opportunity to learn and laugh with Kirk Drake, Author and Founder of CU 2.0.

12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Empowering Members: Reimagining Financial Wellness

• With finances ranking as the second-leading cause of stress among Americans, your members need–and want–help. Join Financial Therapist, Social Worker, and Author Lindsay Bryan-Podvin in this financial empowerment session. By prioritizing financial flexibility, adopting empowerment-driven approaches, and dismantling the shame associated with traditional financial advice, you can help your members thrive financially. 

1:00 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. - A Generation in Crisis

• Margaret Meagher, Chief Impact Officer at the Crisis Text Line, shares why the support of programs focused on mental health are crucial. We'll wrap the afternoon with impact stories and usher in the importance for the evening's fundraising for In the Cellar.

1:45 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Closing Remarks

Guests are invited to raise a glass and celebrate the amazing impact of their generous commitment to In the Cellar during the pre-dinner VIP Reception. Witness first-hand what happens when creativity, chocolate, and wine all come together to create a decadent work of art in the VIP Lounge. 

Invitations to the VIP Reception are limited to Grand Reserve and above level sponsors.

Start the bidding! We welcome you to grab a welcome beverage of choice as you stroll among the Presidential limousines and start bidding on the coveted silent auction items. 

Dinner will be served starting at 7:00 p.m. with brief welcome remarks. Dinner will conclude with a short program and the evening's main event, the live auction! 

The silent auction will close at the conclusion of dinner, approximately 8:30 p.m.

Join us for After Glow, the can't miss after party to celebrate your amazing generosity and impact for CU4Kids and our communities. Kick-off your shoes and meet us on the dance floor as we party the night away with The Dan Rafferty Band, one of Detroit's best kept secrets. 

After Glow is open to all guests.