Breakouts
Explore real-life audit disasters and internal control breakdowns with Kevin Ives with Forvis Mazars. Kevin will discuss critical problem areas and common findings over the past few years. A live Q&A session will follow, so bring your questions!
Kevin Ives - Forvis
Cameron Baghvardani - Forvis
Hosted by: Accounting & Finance Council
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMDeepfakes: A Risk to Credit Unions, Their Leadership, and Their Members
This session defines and examines the emergence of deepfake technology and its impact on credit unions. We’ll explore and highlight current events, trends, and use cases, and discuss exactly who might be at risk.
A live demonstration using a popular AI text-to-speech engine will show how easy it is to create a deepfake voice impersonation, giving attendees the tools to develop their own educational deepfake voice for organizational training and awareness. Participants will leave with practical and effective strategies to identify, prevent, and combat AI threats to protect your members and strengthen your organizational resilience.
Brian Hinze - NCU-ISAO
Hosted by: Technology Council
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMEconomic Update
As economic conditions continue to evolve, credit unions must stay ahead of the curve to make informed strategic decisions. This session offers a timely and insightful economic update, with a special emphasis on trends and developments that directly impact the payments space. There will be time during this session for questions.
Curt Long - America's Credit Unions
Hosted by: Payments & Operations Council
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMElder Abuse: The Ultimate Betrayal
As credit union members age, financial institutions are increasingly facing challenges related to elder financial abuse. According to the National Council on Aging, older adults in the United States lose an estimated $2.6 to $36.5 billion each year due to financial abuse – yet only one in 44 cases of financial abuse are reported. This crisis is compounded by a growing reliance on technology, which can leave older individuals especially vulnerable to online scams and fraud schemes. Many also depend on family members for assistance with daily tasks and financial matters, placing them at risk of exploitation from those closest to them. Add social isolation and loneliness to the mix, and seniors may engage with unfamiliar individuals who may not have their best interests at heart. Under laws such as the federal Elder Justice Act and various state-level financial exploitation statutes, credit unions have both a legal and ethical obligation to detect, report, and help prevent financial abuse of vulnerable adults.
Session will include:
- Detecting and Identifying Elder Financial Abuse
- Red Flags in Member Behavior or Transactional Activity
- Handling Powers of Attorney
- Recommended Internal Procedures and Policies
- Prudent Practices to Follow
Frank Drake - Smith Debnam
Hosted by: Compliance & Audit Council
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMFinancial Wellness
While working at a credit union can carry expectations of being financially healthy, life doesn’t always align with that being a reality. Financial Health Network shares that only about 30% of people are considered financially healthy. This means statistically, employees will be navigating a host of financial decisions and to support them, it’s important to view them in a 3-dimensional way.
During this session, will take a human centered approach to human resources and learn:
- Human Centered Design methodologies for unlocking employee needs
- Real life examples for gaining deeper insights to your employee’s experience
- Strategies for creating a wage and benefit plan that aligns with the needs of employees
- Ideas for engagement creating a safe space to pursue financial health
Andy Manthei - GreenPath Financial Wellness
Hosted by: Financial Wellness Council
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMFraud Trends
Staying on top of the fraud environment can be a daunting task as fraudsters are quick to change tactics. It’s important for credit unions to understand these tactics – including the smallest of details – to craft effective risk mitigation strategies. This session will cover today’s hottest fraud trends, including account takeovers, interactive teller machine (ITM) fraud, ATM jackpotting, and check fraud.
Ken Otsuka - TruStage
Hosted by: Fraud Council
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMInterest Rate Outlook and Impact on Credit Union Balance Sheets
This session will break down the key economic indicators the Federal Reserve is monitoring and what they mean for monetary policy. We’ll explore how future interest rate shifts will impact credit union members and balance sheet profiles. You'll leave with practical takeaways and a sharper lens for the questions to better support your management team through today's evolving financial environment.
Chris Folse - Catalyst Strategic Solutions
Hosted by: Board Volunteers Council
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMLiar Liar Pants on Fire
Learn to read fraudsters like a book with renowned body language expert Traci Brown. Discover how to win the game “Two Truths and a Lie” that you play daily with clients, boss, your team and prospects. Protect your company’s hard-earned profits and catch would-be fraudsters before they strike.
In this session, you’ll learn to trust your instincts and immediately separate fact from fiction. You’ll walk away knowing the nine telltale signs someone is lying, how to quickly uncover the truth, and how to protect you and your organization from deception.
Traci Brown - Traci Brown, Inc
Hosted by: Human Resources & Training Council
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMMarketing & Business Development Session
Is "sales culture" a dirty word at your credit union? For many mission-driven organizations, the push for growth can feel at odds with the foundational philosophy of "people helping people." But what if a sales-focused mindset, when rooted in purpose, was the most powerful tool you had to advance your mission?
Dismantle the myth that a sales culture is inherently bad and join us to explore how to lean into your not-for-profit status. You’ll learn how to harness a culture that doesn’t just sell products, but actively seeks to improve the financial lives of your members. Billy Cano will guide you through a paradigm shift—moving from reluctant selling to proactive service—that empowers your team, deepens member relationships, and turns your mission into a measurable growth strategy.
In this session, you will learn to:
- Reframe the concept of "sales" from a corporate tactic to a core component of member service and mission delivery
- Inspire your staff with a positive mindset that directly connects their daily actions to the credit union's purpose
- Align your brand's vision with a practical, authentic sales strategy that builds trust and loyalty
- Cultivate a thriving culture that embraces growth as the primary means of helping more people in your community
Billy Cano - Corte Video
Hosted by: Marketing & Business Development Council
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMTBA
Hosted by: Lending & Collections Council
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMTBA
Hosted by: Diversity & Belonging Council
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM