Tennessee Advocacy Conference
February 1 – 2, 2027
Nashville, TN
Please note the new location for this meeting:
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
623 Union St
Nashville, TN 37219
Legislative and Regulatory Forum is the premier annual event designed to bring credit union leaders together with state and federal lawmakers, regulators, state leaders, and industry experts. Always held in Nashville, just a short walk from the Tennessee State Capitol, this event allows credit unions to hear the most current information affecting our industry.
Exclusive Access to Policymakers
Engage directly with state and federal lawmakers, regulators, and state leaders. This is your chance to voice your concerns, gain insider perspectives, and influence policy that impacts your credit union.
Expert Insights
Hear from a handpicked roster of industry experts. These thought leaders will provide the latest information and forward-thinking strategies, ensuring you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving financial landscape.
Actionable Takeaways
Return to your credit union armed with new ideas, strategies, and a deeper understanding of the legislative environment, empowering you to make informed decisions and drive success.
Limited Space
Availability for the Legislative and Regulatory Forum is deliberately limited to ensure an intimate, high-impact experience. This exclusivity fosters more meaningful interactions, personalized discussions, and deeper networking opportunities.
Schedule – All times CST
Monday, February 1, 2027 | |
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12:00 - 1:00 pm | Registration |
1:00 - 4:00 pm | Sessions |
5:00 - 6:15 pm | Networking Reception |
Tuesday, February 2, 2027 | |
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8:00 - 9:00 am | Networking Breakfast |
9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Sessions |
12:00 pm | Concluding Remarks |
Sessions
The Cost of Advocacy
Cost of Advocacy: Everything is more expensive these days, and advocacy is no exception. But do you really know what it takes to move the needle in the modern era? Behind every legislative win is an extensive ground game spanning Washington, Jackson, Nashville, and everywhere in between—fueled by dedicated staff, coordinated state and federal fundraising, relentless strategic grit, and countless late nights. Join the Anchorpoint CU Association and America’s Credit Unions teams for an insider conversation that goes beyond top-line PAC figures to reveal how the sausage, before it gets made, actually gets funded.
John McKechnie
John McKechnie serves as Senior Partner for Total Spectrum, having been with the firm since 2011. In this role, McKechnie represents a wide variety of credit union and financial services providers on Capitol Hill. This follows five years in government as a Presidential appointee at the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), where he served three Chairmen in the capacity of Director of Public and Congressional Affairs.
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
Location
Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown
623 Union St
Nashville, TN 37219
Reservation deadline: January 13, 2027
Special discounted rate of $199 ++
Valet parking $65 – self park $55 plus applicable tax. Parking charges are not controlled by the hotel and subject to change without notice and will be at the prevailing rates.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
