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Join Us for ACCELERATE 26 — The Minnesota Credit Union Event of the Year!
April 27–29, 2026 • Mystic Lake Center • Prior Lake, MN Get ready for three unforgettable days packed with inspiration, innovation, and incredible connections. From dynamic speakers to hands‑on learning to the state’s largest credit union tradeshow, ACCELERATE 26 is where Minnesota’s credit union community comes alive. You won’t want to miss a moment! Register Early & Save
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ACCELERATE 26: Agenda Highlights
Monday, April 27 — Pre‑Conference Kickoff: 4:00-6:30 PM
Tuesday, April 28 — Big Ideas, Big Connections: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
Wednesday, April 29 — Innovation to Take Home: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM
Tuesday Evening Event options:
CUPAC Indoor Golf Fundraiser at LaunchPad
Join us for a fun, casual indoor golf experience Tuesday evening from 7:30-9:30 PM —no green fees, just good company and a great cause. This new event is an opportunity to connect with fellow credit union leaders while supporting our PAC and the important advocacy work that protects and advances credit union issues. While there is no cost to attend, attendees are asked to RSVP on their registration and commit to making a PAC contribution. Your donation helps ensure credit unions have a strong, unified voice on the issues that matter most to our movement.
* CUPAC is the state political action committee of the Minnesota Credit Union Network. Donations to CUPAC are used to support credit union-friendly candidates who are running for state office.
Contributions to CUPAC are not tax deductible for federal or state income tax purposes.
Contributions are strictly voluntary and you have the right to refuse to contribute without reprisal. State election law requires us to report the name, address, occupation and name of employer for individuals who contribute more than $20 or more in a calendar year.
No purchase or contribution is required to participate. Offer void where prohibited.
Accelerate 26 Networking Mixer
Join us for the Accelerate 26 Networking Mixer at Mystic’s new Hop House Sports Bar. Tues. April 28 from 7:30-10:00 pm. Enjoy a fun, new casual atmosphere with complementary appetizers, cash bar, and relaxed networking with conference attendees.
Monday, April 27 — Pre‑Conference Kickoff: 4:00-6:30 PM
- Pre-Registration
- CEO and Executive Team Roundtables
- CEO, Executive Team, and Exhibitor/Sponsor Networking Reception
Tuesday, April 28 — Big Ideas, Big Connections: 8:00 AM-6:00 PM
- Morning networking coffees with: Director and Supervisory Committee members, Women's Leadership Network, Fraud Task Force (New!), Grassroot Coordinators, Credit Union Development Educators, Current and Alumni Trailblazers
- Exhibit Hall open all day
- FSC Silent Auction, CREW meet‑up space, and CU Law and AHP mini‑sessions
- Afternoon Breakout sessions
- General Session & Business Meeting featuring Scott Simpson, President/CEO of America’s Credit Unions
- General Session: The Future of Payments Panel Discussion
- General Session: Recoded — Upgrade Your Business DNA with AI featuring Susan Frew
- New! Evening event options: CUPAC Indoor Golf Fundraiser* at LaunchPad or Accelerate Networking Mixer at Hop House. See more details below!
Wednesday, April 29 — Innovation to Take Home: 8:30 AM-12:00 PM
- Networking breakfast
- Mini‑session with Trulync Medicare Advisors
- Breakout sessions
- Closing Keynote: Connect the Dots: Unleash Your Credit Union Innovation with Bill Stainton
- Conference concludes at noon
Tuesday Evening Event options:
CUPAC Indoor Golf Fundraiser at LaunchPad
Join us for a fun, casual indoor golf experience Tuesday evening from 7:30-9:30 PM —no green fees, just good company and a great cause. This new event is an opportunity to connect with fellow credit union leaders while supporting our PAC and the important advocacy work that protects and advances credit union issues. While there is no cost to attend, attendees are asked to RSVP on their registration and commit to making a PAC contribution. Your donation helps ensure credit unions have a strong, unified voice on the issues that matter most to our movement.
* CUPAC is the state political action committee of the Minnesota Credit Union Network. Donations to CUPAC are used to support credit union-friendly candidates who are running for state office.
Contributions to CUPAC are not tax deductible for federal or state income tax purposes.
Contributions are strictly voluntary and you have the right to refuse to contribute without reprisal. State election law requires us to report the name, address, occupation and name of employer for individuals who contribute more than $20 or more in a calendar year.
No purchase or contribution is required to participate. Offer void where prohibited.
Accelerate 26 Networking Mixer
Join us for the Accelerate 26 Networking Mixer at Mystic’s new Hop House Sports Bar. Tues. April 28 from 7:30-10:00 pm. Enjoy a fun, new casual atmosphere with complementary appetizers, cash bar, and relaxed networking with conference attendees.
