85TH ANNUAL CONVENTION
CONVENTION
ANNOUNCEMENT
As required by the Illinois Credit Union League bylaws, all member credit unions are
hereby given official notice of the League’s 85th Annual Convention, April 16-18, 2015
at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center in Schaumburg, Illinois. The
delegates meeting will take place on Thursday, April 16, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. at the
Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel.
Respectfully Submitted,
Sean Rathjen, Secretary-Treasurer
NEW!
WE’VE GOT AN APP FOR THAT!
Do you have a smart phone? You can keep up
with all the convention details by downloading
our new Annual Convention App complete
with handouts, hotel info, daily agendas, local
dining info, hotel floor plans and more! You’ll
love the interactive features that allow you to
customize your Annual Convention experience.
Check the ICUL website for details.
NEW!
ELECTRONIC HANDOUTS
Break-out session handouts will only be available
in an electronic format for this year’s Annual
Convention. You can bring them with you on
your phone, tablet, laptop or on paper. We will
have them ready to download by April 10.
NEW!
OPTIONAL CUPAC RED,
WHITE & BREW FUNDRAISER
Join us Thursday from 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. for a wine,
cheese and beer reception that benefits CUPAC.
See the enclosed registration form for more details.
FREE QUICKBITE
($100 SAVINGS)
Every registered credit union will receive one
certificate for a free 2015 ICUL QuickBite audio
session, which includes a 60-day audio replay.
UNDER 40? CRASH ICUL AC!
A select group of first-time convention attendees,
who are under age 40, will be selected to crash
the convention. This is an opportunity to develop
our future leaders who will participate in a unique
program designed by their CU Reach peers.
Complete the enclosed application and return
it by March 13, 2015.
CLOSING SESSION DRAWING
Attendees at our closing session on Saturday
at 10:30 a.m. will be eligible for a “must-bepresent to win” drawing where two people will
each receive a $100 gift card from LSC.
FRIDAY-ONLY OPTION
Want to bring some extra staff? Now you can
get a Friday-only rate of $130 per attendee
which includes admission to the general session
and the break-out education sessions as well as
access to the exhibit hall and lunch.
(Note: Friday-only registrations do not include the
Chairman’s Reception.)
CUPAC CORNER
Visit the CUPAC Corner for information on how
you can support CUPAC. Become a CUPAC
Advocate and immediately receive your invitation
to the exclusive Advocates/Capital Club/VIP
Recognition breakfast held on Saturday. For
your convenience, a membership application is
included with this brochure (separate form).
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@ILLINOISLEAGUE
Use the hashtag, #ILCUCONV, to tweet about
your Convention experiences and be part of the
conversation!
CALL HOTEL DIRECTLY AT: 847-303-4100
Mention “Illinois Credit Union League’s Annual Convention”
to obtain the special discounted group rates.
RESERVE ONLINE:
http://resweb.passkey.com/go/85thAnnualConvention
Modern and spacious deluxe accommodations and each room
includes a mini refrigerator, 32 inch flat screen TV and in mirror
bathroom TV!
85TH ANNUAL CONVENTION
STANDARD SPACIOUS ROOMS
$151.00 per night plus tax
HOTEL
RESERVATIONS
CLUB LEVEL DELUXE ROOMS
Renaissance Schaumburg
Convention Center
Contact the hotel directly for their reservation, cancellation and
1551 N. Thoreau Drive
Schaumburg, Illinois
$176.00 per night plus tax (supply is limited)
JR KING SUITE
$201.00 per night plus tax
check in/out policies or any special medical/physical needs.
Suites are available upon request by contacting
Melanie Murphy at the Illinois Credit Union League
630-983-3414 for a suite request form.
Suite rates: 1 BR + parlor is $328 plus tax
2 BR + parlor is $472 plus tax
All suite requests must have prior approval
of the Illinois Credit Union League.
AMPLE FREE PARKING!
NO RESORT FEES!
ANNUAL CONVENTION PROGRAM
SCHEDULE AT-A-GLANCE
THURSDAY, APRIL 16
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Registration Open
12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
ICU Foundation Annual Meeting
1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.
Pre-conference session – Supervisory/Board Training
Free, Open to All Attendees
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
ICUL Annual Delegates Meeting
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Opening Reception - Sponsored by LSC
Early Bird Drawing for those who arrive 4:00 – 4:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
CUPAC Red, White & Brew Fundraiser
See separate registration form for event details and to purchase tickets
FRIDAY, APRIL 17
7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Registration Open
7:45 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
Attendee Continental Breakfast - Hosted by Federal Home Loan Bank
9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
NEW FORMAT! GENERAL SESSION - Sponsored by ASI
11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
EXHIBIT HALL OPEN - Light Lunch Sponsored by CUNA Mutual Group
12:15 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
CUES Networking Lunch
Separate event ticket required
2:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
ICU Foundation Raffle & LSC Drawings in Exhibit Hall
2:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
4:15 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
CUPAC Annual Meeting
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
ICUL Chairman’s Reception
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
CUPAC Advocates/Capitol Club Recognition Breakfast
(by invitation only)
8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Registration Open
9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS
10:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
CLOSING SESSION
FRIDAY
APRIL 17, 2015
NEW FORMAT!
GENERAL SESSION & AWARDS
85TH ANNUAL CONVENTION
CONVENTION
HIGHLIGHTS
THURSDAY
APRIL 16, 2015
COMPLIMENTARY
PRE-CONVENTION SESSION
SUPERVISORY/BOARD TRAINING
SPEAKER: Bob Glynn, McGladrey
We are offering a free pre-convention session
which is intended for board members or
supervisory committee members and will
fulfill the annual training requirement. No
advance registration or tickets are required.
DELEGATES MEETING
The Annual Delegates meeting will be held
Thursday April 16, 2015 from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
EXHIBIT HALL RECEPTION &
EARLY BIRD DRAWING
Visit with vendors and business partners
at their booths while you enjoy refreshing
beverages and snacks during the Exhibit Hall
Reception sponsored by LSC, on Thursday
from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Early birds who arrive
between 4:00 – 4:30 p.m. will have a chance
to enter a drawing to win one of four $50 gift
cards from LSC.
Friday morning will feature an entertaining
and informative general session for all
attendees. The new format is filled with a
variety of segments including educational
ones on hot-topics like EMV, tokenization
& fraud. We’re taking the most in-demand
breakout sessions and bringing them to all the
attendees. In between, we will announce new
programs and initiatives as well as showcase
awards which honor individuals and credit
unions for their accomplishments in the credit
union movement. Sponsored by ASI.
EXHIBIT HALL
LUNCH & PRIZE DRAWINGS
FORMING A “PARTNERSHIP”
SPEAKERS: Mary Ann E. Pusateri (Niles
Township Schools CU), Bonnie Soltesz
(BAE CU), Ed Uhrik, (New Trier FCU),
Les Willerth (VAMCO CU)
Learn how four successful credit unions
combined – a first in Illinois--using a three year
strategic plan to form Partnership Financial
CU while maintaining each ones individuality,
and providing growth opportunities, enhanced
member services, and a solid succession plan.
ICUL CHAIRMAN’S RECEPTION
Nibble on hors d’oeuvres and desserts
while enjoying the entertaining sounds of
SongBlast – Dueling Guitars.
SATURDAY
APRIL 18, 2015
Join us in the Exhibit Hall for a light lunch,
sponsored by CUNA Mutual Group. LSC’s
traditional “must be present to win” drawings
will take place as well as the ICU Foundation
Raffle drawing on Friday from 2:00 – 2:30 p.m.
SAT. BREAKOUT SESSIONS
CUES ILLINOIS COUNCIL
LUNCHEON
Come to this session for a roundtable Q&A
discussion about the unique issues facing small
credit unions.
GIFT OF GAB!
SPEAKER: Conor Cunneen
CUES Illinois Council will hold a networking
luncheon on Friday from 12:15 – 1:45 p.m.
After lunch, Conor Cunneen shows that everyone
can adopt and adapt the Gift of GAB to create
an excellent environment and improved
workplace as he illustrates the power of Goals,
Attitude, Behavior. Tickets are required.
See convention registration form for details.
FRI. BREAKOUT SESSIONS
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
SPEAKERS: Steve Olson, Keith Sias,
Patrick Smith & Ashley Niebur
Find out the latest developments and priorities
for credit union legislation and regulations.
WHAT DOES BIG DATA
MEAN FOR CUs?
SPEAKER: Fabio Biasella,
Raddon Financial Group
Big Data contains a wealth of information. Find
out how CUs can use Big Data and why it matters.
HOT TOPICS - NEW FORMAT
Convention attendees will receive an email
in early April asking to help choose the
latest, up-to-date topics for roundtable-style
discussions. It’s your chance to customize
your learning menu!
SMALL CU FORUM
SPEAKER: Pam Williams, NCUA
FRESH IDEAS FOR LENDING
SPEAKERS: Robert Israelite, CUNA Mutual
Group & Jason Osterhage, Alliant CU
Learn about the latest mobile technologies that
can make loan processes quick and easy for both
your member and your staff, and hear how one
credit union is using journey maps to improve
the borrowing experience for its members.
THE CO-OP TO CO-OP
CONNECTION
MODERATOR: Mike Beall, National
Cooperative Business Association (NCBA)
Examine traditional ways and discover new
methods that connect credit unions and co-ops
from all sectors from a panel of co-op leaders.
CLOSING SESSION
THE BUSINESS IN
COOPERATIVE BUSINESS
SPEAKER: Mike Beal, NCBA
Explore the business side of the cooperative
movement and find out how to grow
memberships, grow revenue, and grow
consumer awareness together.
85th ANNUAL CONVENTION
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