REACH 2021 is over, but the spirit of cooperation and innovation among California and Nevada credit union leaders is moving forward as they set their sights on 2022 and everything the world of technology and disruption has to offer.
This year’s annual conference from Nov. 1 – 4 in Palm Desert, CA — hosted by the California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues — is one of the industry’s exclusive events, drawing leaders and system partners from across California, Nevada, and the entire nation. New relationships were forged and existing bonds strengthened as professionals found collaborative ground to champion credit union members’ lifestyle, banking, and financial education needs.
More than 600 attendees gathered to engage in the following discussions, riveting presentations, networking opportunities, and other premier experiences:
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
- Joel & Paxson: Great Compression, Lifestyle Banking, & More
- Andrew Davis: ‘Craft Experiences’ to Show Your CU is Different
- Ryan Patel: Today’s Crossroads is the Biggest Ever for CUs
- Cassandra Worthy: The ‘Change Enthusiasm Growth Cycle’
OTHER EVENTS
- Cheney Honored for Lifetime Achievement; Others Recognized
- Dykstra, League Chairs Applaud CUs; Discuss Industry's Future
- 2021 ‘Chapter Forum’ Inspires Participants to Reach Deeper
- 2021 PAC Reception Celebrates PAC Contributors
- RMJ Donor Gala Celebrates Supporters and ‘Bite of Reality’
- Leaders Foster Friendship, Networking & Collaboration Over Golf
EXCITING HIGHLIGHTS
- Star One CU Wins CU4Kids Social Media Challenge at REACH
- ‘REACHtalks’ Engage CU Professionals with Innovative Pathways
- ‘Fintech Showcase’ Inspires and Engages REACH Attendees
- Cassandra Worthy Applauds GWLN Supporters During Luncheon
Attendees and League staff shared photos, comments, and memories through Twitter (@CUatREACH) and Instagram (cuatreach). Additionally, all League-taken photos are on the REACH Photo Galleries.
The Leagues would like to thank all REACH attendees, special guests, and credit union sponsors for coming together in 2021 to make the annual convention a success! We look forward to next year’s conference (REACH 2022), taking place once again in beautiful Palm Desert, CA!
(L-R) Keynote Speaker and Global Executive/Board Director Ryan Patel on stage with Nader Moghaddam, CEO of Financial Partners CU; Erin Mendez, CEO of Patelco CU; and Joan Opp, CEO of Stanford FCU.