Large Credit Union Roundtable
The Large Credit Union Roundtable is exclusively for CEOs and will bring together peers with similar challenges and goals in a relaxed setting. The Large Credit Union Roundtable will begin with an evening reception on Monday. This meeting will be an opportunity to:
- Network with peer credit unions
- Establish connectivity between your credit union and the Tennessee Credit Union League
- Engage in open discussion of our credit union system nationwide
- Hear from industry leaders and experts
The Omni Grove Park Inn & Spa has welcomed travelers for over a century. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, close to Blue Ridge Parkway – America’s Favorite Drive, this historic Asheville resort provides a serene, meaningful escape. Recalibrate and reconnect with colleagues at the resort.
Amenities include:
- A 43,000 square foot subterranean spa.
Golf on a Donald Ross-designed championship course. - More than eleven different dining and bar options on the property. The restaurants and bars cater to every taste, offering a variety of culinary experiences.
- Guest rooms are family, ADA, and pet-friendly, decorated with romantic charm and modern touches.
- The 2025 National Gingerbread House Competition is back!
We welcome credit unions affiliated with the Tennessee League to participate in this informative, educational event. If you have questions or need more information about this event, please contact the Events Team.
Schedule – All Times ET
Monday, December 7
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Welcome Reception
Sponsored by TruStage
7:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Dinner for Attendees and Guests
Tuesday, December 8— Skyline Room
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast Buffet
9:00 a.m.
Welcome
Fred Robinson: President & CEO
Conversation Starter
Jeff Carpenter: CEO – Weokie Federal Credit Union
10:15 a.m.
Networking Break
10:30 a.m.
Best Practices Session
11:00 a.m.
Strategic Discussions
Steve Rick, TruStage
12:00 – 1:15 p.m.
Networking Lunch Provided
1:15 p.m.
Conversation Starter
Jeff Carpenter: CEO-Weokie Federal Credit Union
2:30 p.m.
Networking Break
2:45 p.m.
Stablecoin & Digital Assets
Soumya Johar, Visa
3:45 p.m.
Evening on your own to enjoy Asheville!
Wednesday, December 9 – Skyline Room
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Breakfast Buffet
9:00 a.m.
Conversation Starter Hot Topic
Jeff Carpenter: CEO, Weokie Federal Credit Union
10:00 – 10:15 a.m.
Networking Break
10:15 a.m.
Advocacy Update Session
John McKechnie: Principal, McKechnie LLC
Sarah Waters: Chief Advocacy Officer
Jennifer Kelly, ASI
11:00 a.m.
Concluding Remarks
Grove Park Inn
Grove Park Inn
290 Macon Avenue
Asheville, NC 28804
- Special conference rates starting at $389++
- The Grove Park Inn’s cancellation policy is 3 days before the arrival date. The deposit will be forfeited if reservations are cancelled less than 7 days before arrival.
- Reserve your room by Monday, November 16th, 2026. Reservations received after this date, or after the block is filled, are subject to prevailing rates and availability.
- Accessible and pet rooms are limited; please submit these requests immediately. Reserving a pet-friendly room incurs an additional charge of $250.
- There is a One Night’s Room & Tax Early Departure Fee for rooms checking out prior to the departure date.
- Daily resort charge is $35 per night. The resort charge includes: toll free and local calling, in-room high speed Internet access, entrance to the Sports Complex, in-room coffee and tea, self-guided history tour of the Grove Park Inn and on property shuttle.
- Guaranteed Connecting Room Fee is $30.00 per night.
- A one-night room and tax deposit are required to confirm the reservation.
- Check-in is 4:00 p.m. Check out is 11:00 a.m.
- The current self-parking rate is $30.00 per night, and overnight valet parking is $40.00 per night. The hotel parking rates in effect on the dates of the meeting will be the prevailing rates.
The Grove Park Inn recommends that you make any Spa Treatment reservations at the same time you make room reservation, to ensure the best selection and times. Guests can book spa treatments by calling 1-800-438-5800. A confirmed room reservation is required for treatments before they will make an appointment.
We welcome credit unions associated with the Tennessee League or their respective leagues to participate in this informative, educational event.
If you have questions or need more information about this event, please contact the events team.
