Councils Conference

Marketing, PR & Development Council Conference 2027

Councils Conference

Marketing, PR & Development Council Conference 2027

March 23 - 26, 2027
Chula Vista, CA
Gaylord Pacific Resort and Convention Center
1000 H St
In Person

Overview

Explore. Engage. Elevate. Transform your credit union’s marketing

Marketing, PR & Development Council Conference is your one-stop shop for empowering and advancing your marketing through the latest strategies and tactics. Learn how to better amplify your credit union storytelling, discuss need-to-know hot topics and trends, gain innovative perspectives, and network with hundreds of peers from the credit union digital marketing and business development world. 

Stay tuned for upcoming details on next year’s conference. Sign up for updates here. 

Who should attend

  • Marketing, PR & Development Council members
    • Note: This conference is open to Council and non-Council members, though Council members enjoy discounted pricing.
  • Credit union marketing professionals
  • Credit union PR professionals
  • Credit union business development professionals
  • Credit union community development professionals
  • Credit Union Certified Marketing Executive (CUCME)™ designees
  • Certified Credit Union Business Development Professional (CBDP)™ designees
  • Past attendees of CUNA Marketing & Business Development Council Conference

What attendees are saying

 

Schedule

Stay tuned for this year’s schedule! In the meantime, check out last year’s lineup for inspiration.


*The full event schedule is available as a PDF and can be downloaded from your browser.
**Schedule is subject to change

Hotel & Travel

Nestled on the picturesque Chula Vista bayfront, Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center offers an unparalleled Southern California escape just minutes from downtown San Diego. Enjoy breathtaking waterfront views, indulge in a treatment at the Relâche Spa, or experience the resort's exceptional dining, recreation, and entertainment offerings.

Recommended travel

Arrive: Monday evening, March 22, to participate in Tuesday morning's networking event that kicks off the conference. If you do not plan to attend the networking event, please arrive by 1:00 p.m. PT on Tuesday, March 23.
Depart: Friday, March 26. The conference concludes with a mid-morning general session, so plan your return travel for the afternoon.

Nearest airport: San Diego International Airport (SAN) 

Nearby attractions

Explore some of Southern California’s most iconic attractions, including Coronado Beach, the San Diego Zoo, and Balboa Park. Guests can stroll the Chula Vista Bayfront, discover marine life at the Living Coast Discovery Center, and enjoy dining and nightlife in the nearby Gaslamp Quarter. 

ACCOMMODATIONS

Gaylord Pacific Resort & Convention Center
1000 H St
Chula Vista, CA 91910 
(619) 310-9800

Hotel reservation deadline
November 14, 2026

Room rate
$349  + taxes & fees

*Room rates and availability cannot be guaranteed. Rooms may be sold out prior to the reservation deadline, so make your reservations early! Room reservations and fees are the responsibility of the registrant. To claim this room rate, call for reservations and reference America's Credit Unions.

BOOK YOUR FLIGHT

Delta Airlines

United Airlines

*Note: There are no service fees for reservations booked via the reservation numbers. 

Attendee Info

 

Code of Conduct

We are committed to making every event experience welcoming, respectful, and safe.

View Code of Conduct


Cancellations and substitutions

  • Cancellations must be submitted in writing to [email protected] with a brief explanation. Cancellations received more than 30 days before the event are subject to a 25% administrative fee. No refunds will be granted for cancellations received on or after 30 days before the event.
  • Substitutions are accepted before the start of the program. Additional fees may apply. Please include the event name, current participant, and new participant name when requesting a substitution to [email protected].
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