Aurora Advantage Amplified 2025
Multiple Cities. One Powerful Experience.
We’re beyond excited to reconnect with our amazing credit union clients—this time, with a twist!
What’s New for 2025?
We know life in a credit union is non-stop, and you wear a lot of hats. That’s why we’re switching things up to make your conference experience more convenient and impactful than ever before.
Instead of one large, national event, Aurora Advantage Amplified 2025 will take place across three regional locations this October and November—each offering the same great content in a more accessible format. This new structure means lower travel costs, reduced time away from the office, and more opportunities to engage with peers and our team in a meaningful way.
Three Convenient Locations
Pick the city and dates that works best for you:
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Charlotte, NC | October 20-21
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New Orleans, LA | October 23-24
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Nashville, TN | November 6-7
What to Expect at Each Event:
Each Amplified stop includes:
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Welcome Reception + Dinner 6:30 pm
Unwind, network, and enjoy time with peers and our team. -
One Full Day of Power-Packed Sessions
Focused on helping your credit union thrive:-
Core platform updates & enhancements
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Regulatory insights you need to know
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Smarter Document Management tools & strategies
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Why Attend?
Whether you’re focused on improving member experiences, staying ahead of compliance, or streamlining daily operations, Aurora Advantage Amplified 2025 delivers actionable insights you can take back to your team—without the overwhelm.
We can’t wait to see you there. Let’s make 2025 your most amplified year yet!
Registration
Registration will be open through July 31st at a rate of $300 per attendee. Additional guests are welcome to join the Welcome Reception for $50. Review the Meeting Destinations section and then click here to complete the user registration form and select the destination of your choice!
Agenda
Check your email for the agenda and session summaries.
Meeting Destinations
Charlotte, North Carolina | October 20-21
Hotel Reservations
Hampton Inn & Suites Charlotte-Arrowood
9110 Southern Pine Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28273
Please use the following link to reserve your discounted stay of $129 per night + tax, parking is included. Reservations can be booked through Monday, September 22, 2025 or until room block fills.
Monday Evening Welcome Reception | 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm | 4001-A Yancey Rd.
Taps & Connections at Brewers at 4001 Yancey!
Join us for an unforgettable evening of craft beer, great food, and even better company at Brewers at 4001 Yancey, Charlotte’s premier craft brewery located in the heart of Lower South End! Don’t miss your chance to connect, unwind, and celebrate with fellow credit union leaders. Whether you’re a craft beer connoisseur or just looking for a fun night out, this is the perfect opportunity to relax and enjoy the best of Charlotte’s brewing scene.
4001-A Yancey Rd. Charlotte, NC 28217
Meeting Space for Tuesday
Pinebrook Plaza – Suite 310
9101 Southern Pine Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28273
Just a quick walk or drive from the hotel, .29 miles.
New Orleans, Louisiana | October 23-24
Hotel Reservations
Hilton New Orleans Riverside
Two Poydras Street New Orleans, LA 70130
Reserve your discounted stay of $289 per night (16.75% tax, $3 occupancy tax, $25 Urban Destination fee, and $50 self parking). Reservation link is good through September 29th or until room block fills.
For those who prefer to reserve a room by phone they can call 1-800-445-8667 asking for a room with CSPI or Group Code: CPI.
Thursday Evening Welcome Reception | 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm | 600 Fulton Street
Strike up the Fun at Fulton Alley!
Join us for a lively evening of strikes, snacks, and socializing! We’ve reserved multiple lanes at Fulton Alley so you and your crew can get a little competitive—or just kick back and enjoy the vibe.
Whether you’re bowling a perfect game or just here for the fun, this is your chance to unwind, connect, and make some memories. Come ready to roll!
Located only 3 blocks from hotel or less than .5 miles. 2 minute- car ride or 10 minute walk.
Meeting Space for Friday | 8:00 am – 4:00 pm | 2000 Lakeshore Dr.
University of New Orleans – Homer L. Hitt Alumni & Visitors Center
Homer Hitt – Geoghegan Grand Ballroom
2000 Laskeshore Dr. New Orleans, LA 70148
Nashville, Tennessee | November 6-7
Hotel Reservations
Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown
708 Demonbreun St. Nashville, TN 37203
Register to reserve your discounted stay of $289 per night + tax (parking garage nearby, $65 for valet). Reservations can be booked through Friday, August 1, 2025. Reserve your room now!
Thursday Evening Welcome Reception | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm | The Overlook
Nashville Nights, Elevated
See Nashville from new heights at The Overlook — the rooftop restaurant and bar at Embassy Suites. Enjoy appetizers, dinner, and drinks with a view, all paired with great conversation and unforgettable vibes!
Meeting Space for Tuesday
Embassy Suites Nashville Downtown – Vista Room
708 Demonbreun St. Nashville, TN 37203
Event Sponsors
Gold Sponsors:
Different Starts Here is our motto – but what exactly does that mean? It means we think differently, act differently and treat our members differently with a common goal – to truly add value to your organization. Founded in 1982 and based in Irondale, Alabama, Corporate America Credit Union is a dedicated, not-for-profit financial cooperative governed by a board of directors elected from and by our member-owner credit unions. With nearly 500 credit unions across the nation we boast a comprehensive list of products and services including investments, liquidity solutions, and correspondent services such as ACH, item processing, and remote deposit capture. Our priority is our members’ future success. Let us pay you a visit – we know a partnership with CACU will be beneficial – (800) 292-6242 or visit www.corpam.org.
Invo Solutions was founded in 2012 to develop the industry’s first in-branch video banking experience. Their staff combined more than 75 years of experience to solve a unique problem in the industry. Since, Invo has added features such as SMS texting, co-browsing, appointment scheduling, and chatbot, as well as web and mobile video banking. Invo’s customer engagement platform created continues to bridge the gap between physical and digital channels, creating even more ways for customers to reach their financial institutions, solving for staffing shortages, and decreasing lobby wait times. https://www.invosolutions.com/
Silver Sponsors:
Sage Direct combines data processing and marketing expertise with the latest technology to provide credit unions with cost effective, flexible statement processing and marketing support services. The company produces mailed, electronic, credit card and mortgage statements. Supplemental services include daily notices and alerts, tax forms and target marketing. https://www.sagedirect.com/
SHAZAM is a national member-owned debit network, processor and core provider delivering choice and flexibility to community financial institutions throughout the U.S. since 1976. SHAZAM is a single-source provider of the following services: debit card, core, fraud, marketing, merchant and more. Follow @SHAZAMNetwork or learn more at https://www.shazam.net/
