Transform Your Top Team Into a Dynamic Duo
CUES Symposium is a unique conference that fortifies the partnership between your credit union’s CEO and board chair. By attending together, the pair shares learning experiences and team-building opportunities, resulting in a powerful team that works well together, ultimately strengthening and advancing your credit union.
This specialized event is highly interactive, providing opportunities for your CEO and chair to collaborate, share ideas, problem solve, and develop plans ready to take home and implement immediately.
Join the conversation: #CUESSymposium
Dive into the Full CUES Symposium Experience
Pricing
CEOs and board chairs must attend this event together, so please register at the same time. If your board chair is unable to attend, you may bring your vice chair.
| United States | Canada* | |
| CUES Member — Unlimited/Unlimited+ Level | $6,410 | $8,650 |
| CUES Member — Individual Level | $6,810 | $9,190 |
*All Canadian pricing is listed in Canadian Dollars (CAD).
Price for Each Additional Attendee:
| United States | Canada* | |
| CUES Member — Unlimited/Unlimited+ Level | $3,205 | $4,325 |
| CUES Member — Individual Level | $3,405 | $4,595 |
*All Canadian pricing is listed in Canadian Dollars (CAD).
Maui Food Bank Donation
Support the Maui community by adding a little extra to make a big impact! When you register for Symposium, you can round up your registration fee to help provide food and essentials to those in need through the Maui Food Bank. Join us in giving back—every dollar makes a difference!
Why Attend CUES Symposium
This specialized event is highly interactive, providing opportunities for your CEO and chair to collaborate, share ideas, problem solve, and develop plans ready to take home and implement immediately.
The CEO and Board Chair will:
- Enjoy shared learning from world-class speakers and educators both in- and outside the CU movement for a full cross-industry perspective
- Network and participate in breakout sessions with CUs of similar asset size
- Learn to work together as true partners, benefiting the credit union for years to come
- Follow a flexible agenda that allows time for networking with like-minded CUs and island exploration
- Enjoy a bucket-list location, designed to help them get away from the day-to-day and focus on team building
Sponsorship Opportunities
Forge new relationships with credit union directors and executives as they strengthen their skills and hear from expert speakers.
Snapshots from Symposium
Relive some favorite moments from Symposium 2025!
We are currently working on details for our 2026 event. Below is a sample agenda for reference. Please check back for more information.
Symposium Registration & Welcome Reception
4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Breakfast Buffet
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Welcome to Symposium & General Session
8:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Lunch
On your own
Optional Events – separate registrations required
Breakfast Buffet
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Networking Break
9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Breakout Sessions Continue
9:45 – 11:00 a.m.
Travel Time
11:00 – 11:05 a.m.
Bonus Sessions (3)
11:05 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lunch
On your own
Optional Events – separate registrations required
Breakfast Buffet
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Networking Break
9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Breakout Sessions Continue
9:45 – 11:00 a.m.
Travel Time
11:00 – 11:05 a.m.
Bonus Sessions (3)
11:05 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lunch
On your own
Optional Events – separate registration required
Aloha Closing Reception
5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Breakfast Buffet
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Networking Break
9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Breakout Sessions Continue
9:45 – 11:00 a.m.
General Session
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
CUES Symposium Concludes
12:00 p.m.
We are currently working on securing speakers for our 2026 event. Please check back for more information.
Hotel
Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
3850 Wailea Alanui Drive
Wailea, HI 96753
CUES has reserved a limited number of rooms at the Grand Wailea. The hotel offers great amenities, discounted rates, and networking opportunities. Staying within the CUES room block will help keep registration prices down.
We are excited to announce that the link to book hotel reservations is now available. To ensure a smooth and organized process, we are sending the hotel reservation link in waves based on your registration date. If you have already registered for the conference, please keep an eye on your email in the coming weeks for your hotel booking link. We appreciate your patience!
The discounted CUES rate will expire when the block is full or on Monday, December 29, 2025, whichever happens first.
Hotel rates in the CUES block are as follows:
- Terrace View with 2 Queen Beds: $570/night, or King: $585/night
- Deluxe Garden View with 2 Queen Beds: $580/night, or King: $595/night
- Ocean View with 2 Queen Beds: $625/night, or King: $640/night
- Deluxe Ocean View with 2 Queen Beds: $690/night, or King: $705/night
In addition to the group rates, there is a discounted $35/night resort fee. The resort fee includes:
- Two refillable bottles of PATH water
- 45-minute photography session with on-property photography company
- One Body Composition Analysis by the biostation
- Fitness Classes such as Beach Yoga, Pilates, Corefit, Sculpt and Run Club. Reservations required
- SCUBA and snorkel lesson. Reservations required
- Culturally immersive activities such as hula and ukelele lessons
- Use of Beach Cruiser bikes (based on availability)
- Use of folding beach chairs on Wailea beach (based on availability)
- Wi-Fi guestroom Internet access
- Unlimited local, toll-free and credit card calls
A deposit of 2 nights is required to hold a room reservation and is refundable if the room is canceled more than 14 days prior to the individual’s arrival date.
*Please remember that all hotel arrangements are strictly between you and the hotel. If you have accessibility needs for your stay, please request those directly with the hotel. If you are no longer able to attend or your flight is canceled, you are responsible for calling to cancel your room reservation.
Check-in time is 4:00 p.m., and check-out is 12:00 p.m.
CUES has negotiated a discount when you book with Enterprise and National for this meeting. You can take advantage of our discounted rates by booking online using the below links. Be sure to reference account number SMB3601 when making all reservations.
Enterprise Reservations | National Reservations
We also invite you to enroll in the Emerald Club loyalty program. As an Emerald Club member, you can bypass the counter and choose your own vehicle, earn free rental days, receive arrival & return alerts, receive e-receipts, and maximize benefits while still enjoying our CUES corporate discount. Click here to enroll in Emerald Club (Emerald Club benefits applicable to both Enterprise & National reservations).
Your companion is welcome to join you at the Welcome Reception and Aloha Closing Reception, as well as register for any of the optional activities. We also offer a companion meal program, which includes breakfast Monday through Thursday for $495 USD /$670 CAD.
Optional Events
Support the Maui community by adding a little extra to make a big impact! When you register for Symposium, you can round up your registration fee to help provide food and essentials to those in need through the Maui Food Bank. Join us in giving back—every dollar makes a difference!
Monday, February 2; Tuesday, February 3; Wednesday, February 4
Price: $295
See the Valley Island from a fish's point of view as you travel along Maui's gorgeous coastline. Scan the waves for the Humpback's signature spouting or playful breaching behavior. Get a rare up-close glimpse into their fascinating behavior through an informative talk by the on-board naturalist. Snacks and beverages will be available during the cruise.
Agenda:
Depart Grand Wailea
1:00 p.m.
Check-in and boarding
1:30 p.m.
Whale Watch Cruise
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Return to Hotel
4:45 p.m.
We want everyone to enjoy the magic of the ocean with us! The Ocean Guardian features ADA-accessible restrooms, and the main deck and cabin area offer enough space for wheelchair maneuvering.
Please note: the boarding ramp is narrow and includes a small step, followed by a couple of steps down to the main deck. Guests must be able to walk on board or be assisted or carried onto the vessel. Most electric wheelchairs may not fit on the ramp due to its width.
Wheelchairs are welcome on the main deck, and for safety, we kindly ask that guests sit in a fixed seat during the cruise if possible.
Your registration includes:
- All educational sessions and all their materials
- A welcome reception on Sunday for attendees and their guest
- Breakfast and refreshment breaks on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
You can find your information sheet here soon! It will contain everything you need to know about attending this event, including:
- Where to stay
- What airport to fly into, and other transportation information
- When to arrive
- What to pack
- Spouse/guest information, if applicable
ALL CANCELLATIONS MUST BE IN WRITING. (cues@cues.org)
- Prior to 60 days – full refund
- 31-60 days before start of event – 50% refund
- 0-30 days before start of event – no refunds or credits for future events given
Due to financial obligations incurred by CUES, no refunds or credits will be issued on cancellation requests less than 30 days prior to the start of the event. Substitute attendees are welcome, subject to eligibility.
CUES reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event due to unforeseen circumstances, and will refund fees if the event is rescheduled or location is changed and you are unable to attend.
Yes! This conference meets the following standards:
- CPE credits earned: up to 16
- Program Level: Overview
- Delivery Method: Group-Live
- Advanced Preparation: No advance preparation is required
- Prerequisites: Not required for this program
CUES is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA), as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, through its website linked above.
CUES Symposium is for CEO and board chair pairs; your team must attend this event together, so be sure to register them at the same time.
Your vice chair may attend CUES Symposium with the CEO and board chair for succession planning purposes, or if the board chair is unable to attend.
The comfort and well-being of our attendees is of utmost importance to us; we will make every effort to make sure you are comfortable at our events!
Please email events@cues.org as soon as you know you’re attending a CUES event. Be sure to include your name, credit union, the CUES event you are registered for, and everything we need to know to accommodate your request.
We’ll be in touch with any questions we have, and let you know how we can help.
Plan on resort casual attire. We suggest you bring a sweater or jacket along in case you find the meeting room temperature chilly.
Your companion is welcome to join you at the Welcome Reception and Aloha Closing Reception, as well as register for any of the optional activities. We also offer a companion meal program, which includes breakfast Monday through Thursday for $495 USD /$670 CAD.
Transform Your Top Team Into a Dynamic Duo
CUES Symposium is a unique conference that fortifies the partnership between your credit union’s CEO and board chair. By attending together, the pair shares learning experiences and team-building opportunities, resulting in a powerful team that works well together, ultimately strengthening and advancing your credit union.
This specialized event is highly interactive, providing opportunities for your CEO and chair to collaborate, share ideas, problem solve, and develop plans ready to take home and implement immediately.
Join the conversation: #CUESSymposium
Dive into the Full CUES Symposium Experience
Pricing
CEOs and board chairs must attend this event together, so please register at the same time. If your board chair is unable to attend, you may bring your vice chair.
| United States | Canada* | |
| CUES Member — Unlimited/Unlimited+ Level | $6,410 | $8,650 |
| CUES Member — Individual Level | $6,810 | $9,190 |
*All Canadian pricing is listed in Canadian Dollars (CAD).
Price for Each Additional Attendee:
| United States | Canada* | |
| CUES Member — Unlimited/Unlimited+ Level | $3,205 | $4,325 |
| CUES Member — Individual Level | $3,405 | $4,595 |
*All Canadian pricing is listed in Canadian Dollars (CAD).
Maui Food Bank Donation
Support the Maui community by adding a little extra to make a big impact! When you register for Symposium, you can round up your registration fee to help provide food and essentials to those in need through the Maui Food Bank. Join us in giving back—every dollar makes a difference!
Why Attend CUES Symposium
This specialized event is highly interactive, providing opportunities for your CEO and chair to collaborate, share ideas, problem solve, and develop plans ready to take home and implement immediately.
The CEO and Board Chair will:
- Enjoy shared learning from world-class speakers and educators both in- and outside the CU movement for a full cross-industry perspective
- Network and participate in breakout sessions with CUs of similar asset size
- Learn to work together as true partners, benefiting the credit union for years to come
- Follow a flexible agenda that allows time for networking with like-minded CUs and island exploration
- Enjoy a bucket-list location, designed to help them get away from the day-to-day and focus on team building
Sponsorship Opportunities
Forge new relationships with credit union directors and executives as they strengthen their skills and hear from expert speakers.
Snapshots from Symposium
Relive some favorite moments from Symposium 2025!
We are currently working on details for our 2026 event. Below is a sample agenda for reference. Please check back for more information.
Symposium Registration & Welcome Reception
4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
Breakfast Buffet
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Welcome to Symposium & General Session
8:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Lunch
On your own
Optional Events – separate registrations required
Breakfast Buffet
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Networking Break
9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Breakout Sessions Continue
9:45 – 11:00 a.m.
Travel Time
11:00 – 11:05 a.m.
Bonus Sessions (3)
11:05 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lunch
On your own
Optional Events – separate registrations required
Breakfast Buffet
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Networking Break
9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Breakout Sessions Continue
9:45 – 11:00 a.m.
Travel Time
11:00 – 11:05 a.m.
Bonus Sessions (3)
11:05 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lunch
On your own
Optional Events – separate registration required
Aloha Closing Reception
5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Breakfast Buffet
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Breakout Sessions
8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Networking Break
9:30 – 9:45 a.m.
Breakout Sessions Continue
9:45 – 11:00 a.m.
General Session
11:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
CUES Symposium Concludes
12:00 p.m.
We are currently working on securing speakers for our 2026 event. Please check back for more information.
Hotel
Grand Wailea, A Waldorf Astoria Resort
3850 Wailea Alanui Drive
Wailea, HI 96753
CUES has reserved a limited number of rooms at the Grand Wailea. The hotel offers great amenities, discounted rates, and networking opportunities. Staying within the CUES room block will help keep registration prices down.
We are excited to announce that the link to book hotel reservations is now available. To ensure a smooth and organized process, we are sending the hotel reservation link in waves based on your registration date. If you have already registered for the conference, please keep an eye on your email in the coming weeks for your hotel booking link. We appreciate your patience!
The discounted CUES rate will expire when the block is full or on Monday, December 29, 2025, whichever happens first.
Hotel rates in the CUES block are as follows:
- Terrace View with 2 Queen Beds: $570/night, or King: $585/night
- Deluxe Garden View with 2 Queen Beds: $580/night, or King: $595/night
- Ocean View with 2 Queen Beds: $625/night, or King: $640/night
- Deluxe Ocean View with 2 Queen Beds: $690/night, or King: $705/night
In addition to the group rates, there is a discounted $35/night resort fee. The resort fee includes:
- Two refillable bottles of PATH water
- 45-minute photography session with on-property photography company
- One Body Composition Analysis by the biostation
- Fitness Classes such as Beach Yoga, Pilates, Corefit, Sculpt and Run Club. Reservations required
- SCUBA and snorkel lesson. Reservations required
- Culturally immersive activities such as hula and ukelele lessons
- Use of Beach Cruiser bikes (based on availability)
- Use of folding beach chairs on Wailea beach (based on availability)
- Wi-Fi guestroom Internet access
- Unlimited local, toll-free and credit card calls
A deposit of 2 nights is required to hold a room reservation and is refundable if the room is canceled more than 14 days prior to the individual’s arrival date.
*Please remember that all hotel arrangements are strictly between you and the hotel. If you have accessibility needs for your stay, please request those directly with the hotel. If you are no longer able to attend or your flight is canceled, you are responsible for calling to cancel your room reservation.
Check-in time is 4:00 p.m., and check-out is 12:00 p.m.
CUES has negotiated a discount when you book with Enterprise and National for this meeting. You can take advantage of our discounted rates by booking online using the below links. Be sure to reference account number SMB3601 when making all reservations.
Enterprise Reservations | National Reservations
We also invite you to enroll in the Emerald Club loyalty program. As an Emerald Club member, you can bypass the counter and choose your own vehicle, earn free rental days, receive arrival & return alerts, receive e-receipts, and maximize benefits while still enjoying our CUES corporate discount. Click here to enroll in Emerald Club (Emerald Club benefits applicable to both Enterprise & National reservations).
Your companion is welcome to join you at the Welcome Reception and Aloha Closing Reception, as well as register for any of the optional activities. We also offer a companion meal program, which includes breakfast Monday through Thursday for $495 USD /$670 CAD.
Optional Events
Support the Maui community by adding a little extra to make a big impact! When you register for Symposium, you can round up your registration fee to help provide food and essentials to those in need through the Maui Food Bank. Join us in giving back—every dollar makes a difference!
Monday, February 2; Tuesday, February 3; Wednesday, February 4
Price: $295
See the Valley Island from a fish's point of view as you travel along Maui's gorgeous coastline. Scan the waves for the Humpback's signature spouting or playful breaching behavior. Get a rare up-close glimpse into their fascinating behavior through an informative talk by the on-board naturalist. Snacks and beverages will be available during the cruise.
Agenda:
Depart Grand Wailea
1:00 p.m.
Check-in and boarding
1:30 p.m.
Whale Watch Cruise
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Return to Hotel
4:45 p.m.
We want everyone to enjoy the magic of the ocean with us! The Ocean Guardian features ADA-accessible restrooms, and the main deck and cabin area offer enough space for wheelchair maneuvering.
Please note: the boarding ramp is narrow and includes a small step, followed by a couple of steps down to the main deck. Guests must be able to walk on board or be assisted or carried onto the vessel. Most electric wheelchairs may not fit on the ramp due to its width.
Wheelchairs are welcome on the main deck, and for safety, we kindly ask that guests sit in a fixed seat during the cruise if possible.
Your registration includes:
- All educational sessions and all their materials
- A welcome reception on Sunday for attendees and their guest
- Breakfast and refreshment breaks on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
You can find your information sheet here soon! It will contain everything you need to know about attending this event, including:
- Where to stay
- What airport to fly into, and other transportation information
- When to arrive
- What to pack
- Spouse/guest information, if applicable
ALL CANCELLATIONS MUST BE IN WRITING. (cues@cues.org)
- Prior to 60 days – full refund
- 31-60 days before start of event – 50% refund
- 0-30 days before start of event – no refunds or credits for future events given
Due to financial obligations incurred by CUES, no refunds or credits will be issued on cancellation requests less than 30 days prior to the start of the event. Substitute attendees are welcome, subject to eligibility.
CUES reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event due to unforeseen circumstances, and will refund fees if the event is rescheduled or location is changed and you are unable to attend.
Yes! This conference meets the following standards:
- CPE credits earned: up to 16
- Program Level: Overview
- Delivery Method: Group-Live
- Advanced Preparation: No advance preparation is required
- Prerequisites: Not required for this program
CUES is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA), as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, through its website linked above.
CUES Symposium is for CEO and board chair pairs; your team must attend this event together, so be sure to register them at the same time.
Your vice chair may attend CUES Symposium with the CEO and board chair for succession planning purposes, or if the board chair is unable to attend.
The comfort and well-being of our attendees is of utmost importance to us; we will make every effort to make sure you are comfortable at our events!
Please email events@cues.org as soon as you know you’re attending a CUES event. Be sure to include your name, credit union, the CUES event you are registered for, and everything we need to know to accommodate your request.
We’ll be in touch with any questions we have, and let you know how we can help.
Plan on resort casual attire. We suggest you bring a sweater or jacket along in case you find the meeting room temperature chilly.
Your companion is welcome to join you at the Welcome Reception and Aloha Closing Reception, as well as register for any of the optional activities. We also offer a companion meal program, which includes breakfast Monday through Thursday for $495 USD /$670 CAD.
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