Development

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At Cornerstone, we strive to be the preferred provider of learning and education for credit unions, their staff, and volunteers. With a wide range of topics and venues, we offer a variety of industry related educational opportunities.

Cornerstone promises to deliver value priced training for your credit union with quality content and applicable solutions, presented by industry experts to enable the success of your credit union.

Development News

Council Day 2025: Culture, Risk, and Resilience—All in One Day

Cornerstone’s annual Council Day explores the real challenges facing credit unions. Don’t miss this free virtual event featuring expert speakers, council-specific sessions, and practical insights.


Finding My Voice as a Young Professional on the ELEVATE Stage

For one young professional, ELEVATE was a reminder of what makes credit unions, along with the entire credit union movement, so special.


Smarter Loan Protection for a Better Member Experience

Learn how real-time, in-app payment protection can boost adoption and streamline lending—register for the October 2 TruStage webinar.


ELEVATE: Leadership, Innovation, YP Energy, and More

From high-energy keynotes to a record-setting SYNG fundraiser, ELEVATE: Credit Union Leadership Summit delivered fresh ideas and shared wins for leaders across the Cornerstone region.


cuLEAD Academy Celebrates Class of 2025

Meet the cuLEAD Academy Class of 2025—emerging leaders with actionable plans, cooperative focus, and a clear path to lasting impact.

Upcoming Events

  • Branch Manager Bootcamp: Fall Session 2

    Online
    This enhanced four-part series will focus on the next generation of branch managers.
  • Webinar: 2026 Insurance Basics

    Online
    In this practical, scenario-driven session, Brian Beasley, a Consumer Access Specialist with the National Credit Union Administration, will walk through the fundamentals of NCUA share insurance and how it applies to real-life account situations.
  • Council Conference Day

    Online
    Join Cornerstone for a virtual showcase of our Council program and hear from industry leaders about hot topics.
  • CEO Roundtable - Oklahoma City

    Oklahoma City, OK
    Opportunity for CEOs to engage in discussions with colleagues from around the region.
  • New Manager Bootcamp: Session One

    Online
    This three-part bootcamp series gives credit union members practical, ready-to-use leadership tools to confidently step into (or grow in) a management role.

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View the 2026 Professional Development Brochure to learn about our upcoming offerings.

2026 Professional Development Brochure

On-Demand Training Opportunities



Live and on-demand webinar options from our partner.

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Extended Education

The credit union movement has unique programs designed to develop professionals in the industry. Learn more about in-depth training opportunities.

Information for Vendors

When you exhibit or sponsor with us, you become a part of the excitement that our credit union members and attendees experience while at an event.

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