Network with Your Peers
Director Development Seminar Attendees by Title
Collaborate with Peers. Learn from Experts. Lead with Clarity.
Directors—join your colleagues for this two-day seminar to take a deep dive into governance best practices. This highly-interactive seminar will give you the opportunity to explore the four pillars of good governance—strategy setting, board process, board makeup and fiduciary oversight—and learn how to transition your board’s mindset from oversight to futurist.
The role you play is critical to your credit union’s long-term strength. Learn more by visiting our “Agenda” tab. Questions? Contact us or email events@cues.org.
Also, you can plan a full-board retreat at our director seminars! Contact CUES, and we’ll help you arrange meeting space before or after the event.
Jacqueline Blackwell
Director
Indiana Members CU
asset size — $1.9 billion
Meeting directors from across the country was an exciting aspect of this seminar. Small group discussions led to excellent networking.
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14
Attendees will spend 14 hours learning with their peers.
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15.5
You will earn up to 15.5 Continuing Professional Education credits for attending Director Development Seminar.
Why Attend?
Board Members:
- Your role as a board member, and the decisions you make, are vitally important to the health and well-being of your CU. Attend and head home confident in your responsibilities.
- Walk away with practical tips and tools you can use right away.
- You’ll benefit from a two and a half day look at high-performing governance practices.
- This seminar is highly interactive; you’ll have plenty of time to get your questions answered, and discuss issues in-depth.
- You’ll have the opportunity to challenge common assumptions, and stretch your own ways of thinking about governance philosophy.
- You’ll meet other directors, and develop a network of colleagues you can reach out to after the seminar is over.
CEOs: Why Send Your Board Members to this Event?
- High performing boards lead to high performing credit unions. Your board members will learn strong governance practices that will improve functionality.
- The seminar focuses on the practical rather than the theoretical. Your board members head home with tools and ideas ready to implement.
- The board and the decisions it makes are vital to the health of your CU; sending your directors is an investment in your credit union’s future.
- Keeping up with the ever-changing governance environment is imperative; this seminar is a must attend for new and veteran board members alike.
- You can be confident knowing your board is functioning at its best.
- Plus, your board members will:
- Walk away with practical tips and tools they can use right away.
- Meet others in the same role, and develop a network of colleagues they can reach out to after the seminar is over.
Jeffrey Aubuchon
Board of Directors
IC Federal Credit Union
asset size — $504 million
Several topics were very pertinent and current to our CU environment. Les was entertaining and thought-provoking. Well done!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Putting your organization in front of the credit union movement's top executives, directors, and future leaders will accelerate your sales performance. Explore all CUES' sponsorship opportunities.
We are currently working on details for our 2026 event. Please check back later for more information.
Breakfast & Registration
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Session
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Networking Break
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Morning Session Continued
10:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lunch
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Afternoon Session
1:00 – 2:15 p.m.
Networking Break
2:15 – 2:30 p.m.
Afternoon Session Continued
2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Breakfast & Registration
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Session
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Networking Break
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Morning Session Continued
10:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lunch
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Afternoon Session
1:00 – 2:15 p.m.
Networking Break
2:15 – 2:30 p.m.
Wrap Up Session
2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Post Session Workshop
Separate Registration Required
Registration & Breakfast
7:30 – 8:00 a.m.
Session
8:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Networking Break
9:45 – 10:00 a.m.
Session
10:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Lunch
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Session
12:45 – 2:00 p.m.
Networking Break
2:00 – 2:15 p.m.
Session
2:15 – 3:30 p.m.
We are currently working on details for our 2026 event. Please check back later for more information.
Hotel
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach
21500 Pacific Coast Hwy
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
We are currently working on details for our 2026 event. Please check back later for more information.
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).
FAQ
Director Development Seminar offers ways for your board to function at its best. Send every member of your board, including your chair, officers, new and veteran directors, supervisory committee members, and CEO.
Your registration fee includes:
- All educational sessions and materials
- Breakfast, lunch and breaks on Monday and Tuesday
Right here! We are currently working on an information sheet for our 2026 event. It will contain everything you need to know about attend 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
Yes! CUES Director Development Seminar meets the following standards:
- CPE credits earned: up to 15.5
- 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.
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 business casual attire. We suggest you bring a sweater or jacket along in case you find the meeting room temperature chilly.
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.
Collaborate with Peers. Learn from Experts. Lead with Clarity.
Directors—join your colleagues for this two-day seminar to take a deep dive into governance best practices. This highly-interactive seminar will give you the opportunity to explore the four pillars of good governance—strategy setting, board process, board makeup and fiduciary oversight—and learn how to transition your board’s mindset from oversight to futurist.
The role you play is critical to your credit union’s long-term strength. Learn more by visiting our “Agenda” tab. Questions? Contact us or email events@cues.org.
Also, you can plan a full-board retreat at our director seminars! Contact CUES, and we’ll help you arrange meeting space before or after the event.
Jacqueline Blackwell
Director
Indiana Members CU
asset size — $1.9 billion
Meeting directors from across the country was an exciting aspect of this seminar. Small group discussions led to excellent networking.
Network with Your Peers
Director Development Seminar Attendees by Title
-
14
Attendees will spend 14 hours learning with their peers.
-
15.5
You will earn up to 15.5 Continuing Professional Education credits for attending Director Development Seminar.
Why Attend?
Board Members:
- Your role as a board member, and the decisions you make, are vitally important to the health and well-being of your CU. Attend and head home confident in your responsibilities.
- Walk away with practical tips and tools you can use right away.
- You’ll benefit from a two and a half day look at high-performing governance practices.
- This seminar is highly interactive; you’ll have plenty of time to get your questions answered, and discuss issues in-depth.
- You’ll have the opportunity to challenge common assumptions, and stretch your own ways of thinking about governance philosophy.
- You’ll meet other directors, and develop a network of colleagues you can reach out to after the seminar is over.
CEOs: Why Send Your Board Members to this Event?
- High performing boards lead to high performing credit unions. Your board members will learn strong governance practices that will improve functionality.
- The seminar focuses on the practical rather than the theoretical. Your board members head home with tools and ideas ready to implement.
- The board and the decisions it makes are vital to the health of your CU; sending your directors is an investment in your credit union’s future.
- Keeping up with the ever-changing governance environment is imperative; this seminar is a must attend for new and veteran board members alike.
- You can be confident knowing your board is functioning at its best.
- Plus, your board members will:
- Walk away with practical tips and tools they can use right away.
- Meet others in the same role, and develop a network of colleagues they can reach out to after the seminar is over.
Jeffrey Aubuchon
Board of Directors
IC Federal Credit Union
asset size — $504 million
Several topics were very pertinent and current to our CU environment. Les was entertaining and thought-provoking. Well done!
Sponsorship Opportunities
Putting your organization in front of the credit union movement's top executives, directors, and future leaders will accelerate your sales performance. Explore all CUES' sponsorship opportunities.
We are currently working on details for our 2026 event. Please check back later for more information.
Breakfast & Registration
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Session
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Networking Break
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Morning Session Continued
10:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lunch
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Afternoon Session
1:00 – 2:15 p.m.
Networking Break
2:15 – 2:30 p.m.
Afternoon Session Continued
2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Breakfast & Registration
7:00 – 8:00 a.m.
Session
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Networking Break
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Morning Session Continued
10:15 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lunch
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Afternoon Session
1:00 – 2:15 p.m.
Networking Break
2:15 – 2:30 p.m.
Wrap Up Session
2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Post Session Workshop
Separate Registration Required
Registration & Breakfast
7:30 – 8:00 a.m.
Session
8:00 – 9:45 a.m.
Networking Break
9:45 – 10:00 a.m.
Session
10:00 – 11:45 a.m.
Lunch
11:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Session
12:45 – 2:00 p.m.
Networking Break
2:00 – 2:15 p.m.
Session
2:15 – 3:30 p.m.
We are currently working on details for our 2026 event. Please check back later for more information.
Hotel
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach
21500 Pacific Coast Hwy
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
We are currently working on details for our 2026 event. Please check back later for more information.
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).
FAQ
Director Development Seminar offers ways for your board to function at its best. Send every member of your board, including your chair, officers, new and veteran directors, supervisory committee members, and CEO.
Your registration fee includes:
- All educational sessions and materials
- Breakfast, lunch and breaks on Monday and Tuesday
Right here! We are currently working on an information sheet for our 2026 event. It will contain everything you need to know about attend 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
Yes! CUES Director Development Seminar meets the following standards:
- CPE credits earned: up to 15.5
- 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.
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 business casual attire. We suggest you bring a sweater or jacket along in case you find the meeting room temperature chilly.
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.
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