Join us for the TRGroup Women’s Leadership Conference, a two-day event dedicated to empowering, inspiring, and celebrating women in credit unions and all stages of life. This dynamic event brings together influential speakers, thought leaders, and trailblazers for insightful conversations, skill-building workshops, and meaningful networking opportunities.
What to Expect
- Inspiring Speakers: Hear from empowering speakers sharing their stories and insights.
- Skill-Building Workshops: Participate in hands-on sessions to enhance leadership, communication, and personal growth.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded women and build relationships that last.
- Empowerment Panels: Join dynamic discussions on breaking barriers, achieving work-life balance, and redefining success.
Whether you’re a CEO, C-Suite, or a young professional, this event is for you! Let’s unite to inspire change, foster leadership, and create a brighter future.
Reserve your spot today and be part of a transformative experience!
Sponsors
Schedule – All times CT
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
12:00 – 1:00 pm
Registration Social Hour
1:00 – 1:15 pm
Welcome
1:15 – 1:45 pm
From Mom to the Music Biz: A Conversation with Brittany Schaffer, Dean, Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business
1:45 – 2:30 pm
Game On!
Teresa Freeborn, Smash + Tee
2:30 – 2:45 pm
Break
2:45 – 3:30 pm
EmpowerHER Roundtable: Elevating Women Through Shared Wisdom
3:30 – 4:00 pm
Opportunity Knocks
5:00 – 6:00 pm
Reception and Margarita Mixology
6:00 pm
Dinner on your own!
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 am
Breakfast
9:00 – 9:15 am
Welcome — Thistle Farms
9:15 – 10:15 am
The Personal Finance Journey of Female Leaders — Christine Johnson, TruStage
10:15 – 10:45 am
Networking Break
10:45 – 11:30 am
I’m not Going to Wear a Girdle: A Story of Determination and Overcoming Obstacles — Debbie Jones, former CEO of UT Federal Credit Union
11:30 am
Closing Remarks
Speakers
From Mom to the Music Biz: A Conversation with Brittany Schaffer, Dean, Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business
Dean of Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business at Belmont University. Prior to joining Belmont, Brittany spent more than a decade in the music and broader entertainment industry, most recently at Spotify, in some way touching most every discipline within the Curb College.
Brittany is passionate about Nashville’s critical role in the entertainment ecosystem. She is an active member of the Board of Directors for both the Country Music Association and the Academy of Country Music. Brittany also serves on the St. Jude Country Cares Advisory Board.
Brittany and her husband, T.J., are blessed with two adorable young children who bring them a lot of joy and perspective!
Christine Johnson
Christine Johnson is director, retirement solutions – credit union sales at TruStage. In this role, she is responsible for executive benefit specialists and retirement relationship managers in the credit union channel.
Prior to joining the organization, Christine served as a senior national accounts manager for Lincoln Financial Distributors. With more than 28 years of experience in the financial services industry, her primary focus is partnering with internal and external clients to drive product sales strategy.
EmpowerHER Roundtable: Elevating Women Through Shared Wisdom
Join us for an engaging and dynamic roundtable discussion designed to empower, inspire, and connect women who have lived the credit union mission. This session is an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations about leadership, career growth, personal development, and overcoming challenges unique to women.
Through guided discussions and open dialogue, participants will share experiences, strategies, and insights to support and uplift one another. Whether you’re a seasoned professional, or just beginning your journey, this session will provide valuable takeaways and new connections.
Come ready to contribute, listen, and leave with a renewed sense of purpose and a network of like-minded women dedicated to making an impact. Let’s break barriers, shatter glass ceilings, and build a stronger future—together.
I’m Not Going to Wear a Girdle: A Story of Determination and Overcoming Obstacles
Debbie Jones has over 45 years of working in the financial services industry. Most recently, Debbie served as President/CEO of UT Federal Credit Union in Knoxville, TN. She joined UT Federal in July 1996 as its Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and became CEO in 2005.
Over the past 10 years, Debbie has run a small boutique shop, Paris to Rome, in Knoxville that she says helps with her creative side. She and her husband, David, have had the opportunity to travel extensively with his 21-year Army career, and they now spend their time between Knoxville and their house in France. Debbie has two sons, two grandsons living in Knoxville, and two spoiled Westie dogs.
Hotel Info
The Margaritaville Hotel
**Update June 19, 2025 the hotel block is sold out**
425 Rep. John Lewis Way S.
Nashville, TN 37203
Special Conference Rate $275 + taxes
This hotel offers valet parking only – $57 overnight and $27 daily
Cutoff: June 21, 2025
