General Info

Event Registration & Information Hours

Sunday, June 8 | 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Monday, June 9 | 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, June 10 | 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

CPE Credits for CPAs

Stop by the registration desk for details on earning CPE credits for this conference.

Attendee & Guest Assistance

If you have questions about the hotel, meeting agenda, directions to an event, educational sessions, or the exhibit hall, don’t hesitate to reach out to any available League staff member.

Lost & Found: If you misplace an item while in the meeting space area, visit the event registration desk located in the pre-function hallway just outside the Grand Ballroom to see if it’s been found.

Directions & Parking

The Omni Grove Park Inn
290 Macon Avenue
Asheville, North Carolina  28804

Parking Fee: Self – $15+Tax/Night; Valet – $22+Tax/Night

See hotel website for additional directions & parking details »

Attire

We want you to be relaxed and comfortable! Business casual is suitable for most conference functions, and you may want to bring a light jacket or sweater into meeting rooms. Those attending the Summer Soiree on June 8 (Sun) are encouraged to wear relaxed soiree attire.

Name Badges

When you check in onsite for the conference, you’ll receive your name badge—please wear it throughout the event so we can help foster a welcoming and secure environment for all attendees. Your badge includes a pocket agenda and drink tickets for use at the opening Summer Soiree.

Meal Information by Date

• June 8: Board of Directors Workshop and Small CU Roundtable refreshments, C-Suite Reception (invite only) and Summer Soiree heavy hors d’oeuvres & drinks.
• June 9: Breakfast & lunch for all attendees, light refreshments during exhibit hall hours, and hors d’oeuvres and refreshments during the closing Exhibitor Showcase reception.
• June 10: Breakfast for all attendees.

On-Site Dining: Indulge in the dining options available at the Grove Park Inn.

Support MANNA FoodBank 🥫💚✨
Join the Foundation in supporting MANNA FoodBank and families in Asheville still recovering from Hurricane Helene. Bring non-perishable food donations to event check-in—canned fruits and vegetables, protein like chicken or tuna (pouches preferred), and staples such as dried beans and rice. Every item helps make a local impact.

Also at the Foundation Booth:
Support scholarships and grants by participating in the popular wine pull and raffle! Bottles are valued at $30+, and details on how to donate and pull your raffle number will be available at the booth.

Our Emcee

Emceeing the program is Steve Gilliland, a renowned speaker, comedian, and author, inducted into the Speaker Hall of Fame. He is a best-selling author, top motivational speaker, and successful entrepreneur. Gilliland is also involved in the credit union industry, serving on the Board of Directors for Piedmont Advantage Credit Union and leading the Piedmont Advantage Credit Union Foundation Board.

Golf Outing & Prizes

Breaking from tradition, play will begin on Monday afternoon with a shotgun start. Those who pre-registered for this event, please meet at the Grove Park Inn Country Club by 1:00 p.m., and you will have the opportunity to win prizes for a hole-in-one, longest drive, and closest to the pin! Winners will be announced at the Exhibitor Showcase closing reception.

Leisure Activities

Advance registration was required for leisure activities, but limited onsite seats remain! Stop by event check-in to purchase a ticket for one of two featured experiences open to credit union employees and guests:

• Hop aboard a private trolley tour of Asheville’s historic districts on June 9 at 2 p.m.—departing from the 7th floor sliding doors (one floor down from the Grand Ballroom) at 1:45 p.m.
• Tap into your creative side at a guided painting party on June 9 at 2 p.m. at the Mountain View Terrace/Skyline area.

Don’t miss this chance to unwind and explore Asheville with fellow attendees!

Exhibitor Showcase

Games & Prizes

All credit union attendees will be eligible to enter to win available vendor booth door prizes starting Sunday, June 8 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. during the Exhibitor Showcase Preview, and again on Monday, June 9 from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. during designated Exhibitor Showcase hours on the schedule. Door prize winners will be announced at participating vendor booths no later than 6:30 PM on Monday. Vendors are responsible for notifying their winners.

Additionally, the League is hosting a Grand Gamble raffle, tying in with the casino-themed Exhibitor Showcase Closing Reception!

How to play: At the 2025 Exhibitor Showcase, every conversation counts. Visit participating
exhibitors on June 9 to earn your Grand Gamble tickets—each one is a shot at the Grand Prize sponsored by Visa. The price includes 4 tickets to Disney World, 4 tickets to Universal Studios, assorted Disney merch, and $500 gift card! Must be present to win. Note: This game is for credit union employees only. Guests excluded.

Closing Reception (Casino Style!)

Wrap up the Exhibitor Showcase in style at our casino-themed closing reception! Try your luck at blackjack, roulette, and more—no real money needed, just real fun. Enjoy premium refreshments, a live DJ, and game dealers who keep the energy high 🎲♠️. The exhibit hall stays open, so keep connecting with vendors to earn entries for door prizes and our grand Grand Gamble prize!

Mark your calendar for June 1 – 3, 2026 and meet us at the Westin Resort & Spa in Hilton Head Island for next year’s Annual Meeting!