ELTROPY LEADERSHIP SUMMIT 2025
Level up Your Leadership Bar
The Eltropy Leadership Summit is an exclusive gathering designed for C-suite and executive leaders in the Credit Union and Community Bank sectors. This premier gathering is a unique opportunity for high-level networking, knowledge exchange, and collaborative learning, all aimed at driving growth and innovation within community financial institutions.
Held at the stunning Hotel Terra Jackson Hole and Teton Mountain Lodge in Teton Village, Wyoming, this summit combines the serene beauty of the mountains with top-tier amenities, creating the perfect setting for leadership development and strategic networking. Join us for this unique experience.
Registration fee includes hotel stay & one activity of choice.
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Aug 25, 2025
Aug 26, 2025
Aug 27, 2025
Aug 25, 2025
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | |
4:00 pm Onwards | Check in at the Resort |
6:00 pm Onwards | Welcome Reception & Dinner |
Aug 26, 2025
7:30 am – 8:40 am | Breakfast |
8:50 am – 9:00 am | Welcome Remarks |
9:00 am – 10:00 am | [Opening Keynote] From Cooperative to Catalyst: Redefining CFI Role in National Prosperity Community Banks and Credit Unions are uniquely positioned to shape the next chapter of America’s financial future. This keynote explores how purpose-driven scale can influence national outcomes. |
10:00 am – 11:00 am | Seismic Shifts: What Trends Reveals About the Future of Community Finance Member behavior, market dynamics, and institutional models are evolving fast. What signals matter most—and how should leaders respond? |
11:00 am – 11:30 am | Break |
11:30 am – 12:15 pm | Intelligence Advantage: Who Controls the Data, Shapes the Future AI and data-driven decisions are now core to competitive strategy. The future belongs to institutions that embed intelligence across every layer of operations. |
12:15 pm – 1:00 pm | Lunch |
1:00 pm – 1:45 pm | Redesigning the Member Lifecycle: From Insight to Impact Member journeys are fragmented—but full of opportunity. How can CFIs drive personalized, proactive engagement from Contact Center and beyond? |
1:45 pm – 2:30 pm | Growth at a Crossroads: Mergers, Mutuality, or Organic Scale? Growth is no longer optional, but the path forward isn’t one-size-fits-all. This session explores bold strategies for resilience without losing identity. |
2:30 pm – 3:00 pm | Break |
3:00 pm – 3:45 pm | Tech Sovereignty: Owning Your Digital Future in a Platform World Digital agility demands more than integrations. How can CFIs regain control of their tech stack without compromising speed or scale? |
3:45 pm – 4:30 pm | Time On Your Own |
4:30 pm – 8:30 pm | Sunset Safari |
8:30 pm onwards | Dinner |
Aug 27, 2025
7:30 am – 8:40 am | Breakfast |
9:00 am – 9:45 am | Strategic Relevance: Competing For Deposits and Lending To stay essential, CFIs must reimagine the core pillars of profitability. What does competitiveness look like in a trust-first economy? |
9:45 am – 10:30 am | The Talent Shift: Leading in an Age of Workforce and Demographic Disruption A new generation of workers and members is here. How should leaders evolve to attract, retain, and energize mission-aligned talent? |
10:30 am – 11:00 am | Break |
11:00 am – 11:45 am | Modern Collections & Payments: Designing Systems of Trust, Speed, and Accountability Collections and payments are becoming strategic levers. The winners will combine intelligence, empathy, and operational precision. |
11:45 am | Closing Remarks |
12:00 am – 1:00 pm | Lunch |
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Choose Your Adventure |
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT

SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT

Kent Lugrand
President & CEO

Mike Schenk
Deputy Chief Advocacy Officer for Policy Analysis and Chief Economist

Mike McWethy
Executive Vice President

Joseph Zito
Principal & Shareholder

Rodney Hood
National Credit Union Administration

Herb White
Principal and CEO

Jay Curtis
CEO

Eryka Ragsdale
VP of Member Services

Chris Howard
Senior Vice President

Karen Kourndourakis
SVP, Member Experience Officer

Brad Shafton
EVP, IT & Digital

Sachin Kundra
EVP, Chief Information Officer

Sierra Sorensen
VP of Branch Technology and Innovation and Retail Development
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT


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ONWARD TO THE SUMMIT
August 25-27, Hotel Terra Jackson Hole in Teton Village Wyoming