Business Lending Certification School 2026
Business Lending Certification School 2026
Overview
Year 1 is sold out. Years 2 and 3 have limited space remaining. To be notified of future Year 1 availability, fill out this form. |
Master credit union business lending strategies
Business Lending Certification School provides comprehensive knowledge and skill-building opportunities to help you become a confident, reliable leader for your credit union's business lending program.
This is a structured, three-year certification program in which each year builds on the last. Participants must complete all three years to earn the Certified Credit Union Business Lending Professional (CBLP)™ designation.
- Year 1 introduces key areas within the commercial lending department, including credit analysis and NCUA regulations.
- Year 2 is divided into two tracks: the Credit Administration and Credit Analyst track. Choose the track that best suits your role's needs.
- Year 3 brings together insights gained in the first two years, culminating in the chance to earn your Certified Credit Union Business Lending Professional (CBLP) designation.
Earning the Business Lending designation
This comprehensive, three-year school builds your knowledge and expertise, equipping you to excel in business lending strategies. The Certified Credit Union Business Lending Professional (CBLP) designation reflects your advanced skillset and professional commitment.
What you'll learn
- Expand your knowledge of business and commercial lending essentials and best practices.
- Hear real-world scenarios to help you understand how to effectively serve businesses.
- Connect with other business lending leaders and expert speakers.
- Return to your credit union with strategies you can apply to fully develop your business lending program.
Who should attend
- Lending officers
- Credit analysts
- Credit administrators
- Business development officers
- Both newer and more experienced business lending professionals looking to deepen their knowledge
Designations
Schedule
Whether you're a new or returning student, you will build upon your business and commercial lending knowledge through the school's comprehensive curriculum, homework assignments, and exams.
Pricing & Registration
Members in multiple categories receive the lowest price.
| Pricing is shown per year. Participants must complete all three years of the school to earn their designation. |
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Member discounts
All credit unions are invited to register for this event. Members receive a significant discount.
Additional discounts available to member credit unions:
- Less than $50 million in assets save 20%
- Council members save 25%
- League staff save 20%
- Multi-Attendee discount - Register four attendees and get the 5th free
Please include all registrations in the same order for the discount to apply
Only one discount can be applied per registration. If a registration qualifies for more than one discount, the highest-value discount will be applied.
Other non-credit union attendees should contact us to confirm eligibility.
Need help accessing member pricing? Contact 800-356-9655 or [email protected].
Hotel & Travel
Recommended travelArrive: Sunday, July 19, 2026. Classes begin on Monday, July 20, 2026. *If attending the optional pre-conference on Sunday, July 19, 2026, arrive on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Nearest airport: Dane County Regional Airport (MSN) |
Both the DoubleTree by Hilton Madison and Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown are located in the heart of Downtown Madison, just west of the State Capitol and on the eastern edge of the University of Wisconsin campus.
ACCOMMODATIONS
DoubleTree by Hilton Madison (limited availability)
525 West Johnson St
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 251-5511
Hotel Reservation: (608) 251-5511
Room Rate: $269.15 (tax included)
Hotel Reservation Deadline: June 17, 2026
(Rooms may sell out before this deadline.)
*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.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Hampton Inn & Suites Madison Downtown
440 West Johnson St
Madison, WI 53703
(608) 255-0360
Hotel Reservation: (608) 255-0360
Room Rate: $247.17 (tax included)
Hotel Reservation Deadline: June 19, 2026
(Rooms may sell out before this deadline.)
*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
Discounted airfare through our airline partners:
Delta Airlines
- Book online here
- Call to book: (800) 328-1111 (Mon. through Fri. from 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. ET) and use code NY3XT
*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.
United Airlines
- To make flight reservations online please click on discount code ZR7G651311
- Call to book: (800) 426-1122 (Mon. through Fri. from 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. ET) and use code ZR7G651311
Attendee Info
Code of Conduct
We are committed to making every event experience welcoming, respectful, and safe.
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].
Pre-Conference Workshop
Join your peers on Sunday, July 19, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. CT for the pre-conference workshop, Commercial Lending Practices for Non-Real Estate Loans.
Credit union commercial lending portfolios often heavily focus on commercial real estate, but how familiar are you with other types of commercial lending products? In this workshop, focused on non-real estate loans, you will:
- Discover primary causes for business borrowing in addition to real estate acquisition and refinance
- Explore tools and analysis tips that will assist you in understanding borrowing cause
- Learn which loan products pair well with a non-CRE business borrower’s needs.
To register for the pre-conference workshop, look for the additional checkbox during the registration process.Note: If you’re already registered for the conference and want to add the pre-conference workshop, you’ll go through the registration process again and select ONLY the pre-conference workshop option. |
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