Management & Leadership Institute 2026
Management & Leadership Institute 2026
Overview
Advance your career as a credit union leader faster
This four-day intensive program prepares you to lead your credit union into the future confidently. Through hands-on group projects and classroom-style sessions, you'll gain the tools, insights, and real-world experience needed to thrive as a successful leader.
Hear directly from the most successful credit union CEOs and industry experts. Apply your new knowledge to case studies in a format that’s convenient and affordable.
By attending this conference, you will
- Gain insight into your leadership style, explore career growth opportunities, and learn practical strategies for managing change effectively.
- Receive valuable tools to build and navigate relationships with peers.
- Discover proven communication techniques to move projects forward and stand out as a credit union leader.
- Expand your network of fellow credit union professionals and future leaders.
Who should attend
- Vice presidents and C-suite credit union executives
- Mid- to senior-level credit union management
- Credit union professionals across all areas, including branch and operations
- All credit unions are welcome!
This event frequently sells out, so we recommend early registration.
| Kindly note: Board and Supervisory Committee members should not attend. Limiting attendance is an important part of the conference experience, allowing emerging leaders to expand their skills and discuss challenges in an open environment. |
Schedule
Stay tuned! The 2026 schedule will feature sessions designed to strengthen your decision-making, enhance strategic planning, and help you discover your leadership style.
Pricing & Registration
Early bird price until February 20, 2026
Members in multiple categories receive the lowest price.
Scholarship opportunities
Financial assistance is available for this event. Eligible credit union professionals can apply for scholarships that typically cover one-half of the early bird registration fee.
To qualify, applicants must be affiliated with America's Credit Unions, demonstrate financial need, stay at the designated conference hotel, and submit a complete application at least 90 days before the program start date.
Questions? Email membership@americascreditunions.org.
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 hello@americascreditunions.org.
Hotel & Travel
Recommended TravelArrive: Sunday, April 19; sessions begin Monday morning at 8:00 a.m. ET, April 20. Nearest airport: Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) |
Graduate by Hilton Annapolis immerses you in local history and Navy traditions with creative interiors and college nostalgia. Located in the Arts District, a short stroll from the U.S. Naval Academy and Chesapeake Bay, your conference hotel is the ideal base for exploring.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Graduate Annapolis
126 West Street
Annapolis, MD 21401
(410) 263-7777
Hotel Reservation
(410) 263-7777
Room Rate
$209 + taxes & fees
Hotel reservation deadline
Tuesday, March 24, 2026*
*Room rates and availability cannot be guaranteed. Rooms may sell out before the reservation deadline, so make your reservations early! Room reservations and fees are the responsibility of the registrant. To claim this room rate, call to make a reservation and reference America's Credit Unions.
BOOK YOUR FLIGHT
Discounted airfare through our airline partners:
Delta Airlines
- Book your Delta flight online
- Call to book: (800) 328-1111
- Use code NY3XT
- Mon – Fri | 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. ET
*Please note there are no service fees for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.
United Airlines
- Book your United flight online
- Call to book: (800) 426-1122
- Use code ZR7G651311
- Mon – Fri | 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. ET
Attendee Info
Code of Conduct
We want everyone's event experience to be welcoming, respectful, and safe.
Cancellations
All cancellations must be received in writing. Please explain the cancellation briefly and submit it via email to hello@americascreditunions.org. Cancellations received more than 30 days before the event are subject to a 25% administrative fee on the order total. 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 costs may apply. Please provide the event name, current participant name, and new participant name to hello@americascreditunions.org.
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