Supervisory/Audit Committee Development Seminar
Duration
2 days
Format
In person
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Supervisory & Audit Committee Members
Experience
Williamsburg, VA
Turn your supervisory/audit committee into a strategic asset.
Under the guidance of an expert, take a deeper look into the impact your committee’s actions have on your credit union.
You and your fellow committee members act as a watchdog for your financial institution. The lessons you’ll learn at this CUES event are vitally important to your credit union’s bottom line and its future. Attend and explore:
- Your Role as a Supervisory/Audit Committee Member
- Understanding Your Audit Universe and Priorities
- The Month-to-Month Work
- Your Relationship with the Auditors and Consultants
- Reviewing Your Audit Reports
Make sure you are up to the task, and fully understand your roles and responsibilities. Learn more by visiting our “Agenda” tab. Questions? Contact us or email events@cues.org.
Enhance Your Experience!
Consider joining us for the CUES Supervisory/Audit Committee Fundamentals Workshop before this seminar for even more valuable insights and networking opportunities.
*Separate registration is required.
HOURS OF LEARNING
Attendees will spend 14 hours learning with their peers
CPE CREDITS
Attendees earn up to 15.5 Continuing Professional Education Credits
Network with Your Peers
Supervisory Committee Development Seminar Attendees by Title
Thank You to Our 2025 Sponsors
Why Attend?
Supervisory/Audit Committee and Board Members
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Your role as part of the supervisory or audit committee, and the decisions you make, are vitally important to the health and well-being of your credit union. Attend and walk away with practical tips and tools you can use right away.
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Gain an understanding of the current regulatory environment, including the NCUA’s supervisory committee rules.
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Take a deep dive into your audit universe and priorities.
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Explore your CU’s strategic objectives.
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Discover new ways to organize your committee’s agenda.
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Learn to reallocate resources based on current events.
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Create a comprehensive audit plan.
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Meet other supervisory and audit committee members, and develop a network of colleagues you can reach out to after the seminar is over.
CEOs: Why Send Your Supervisory/Audit Committee Members to this Event?
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High performing boards lead to high performing credit unions. Your supervisory committee members will learn best practices that will ultimately improve your board's functionality and in turn your credit union as a whole.
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The seminar focuses on the practical rather than the theoretical. Your supervisory/audit committee members head home with tools and ideas ready to implement.
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The supervisory/audit committee and the decisions it makes are vital to the health of your CU; sending your committee members is an investment in your credit union's future.
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Keeping up with the ever-changing CU environment is imperative; the seminar is a must attend for new and veteran board members alike.
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You can be confident knowing your supervisory or audit committee is functioning at its best.
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Plus, your supervisory/audit committee members will:
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Walk away with practical tips and tools they can use right away.
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Meet others in the same role, and develop a network of colleagues they can reach out to after the seminar is over.
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Sponsorship Opportunities
This seminar is designed for supervisory committee members seeking to become more effective in fulfilling their duties in “the new normal” of ever-increasing regulatory scrutiny and a challenging economic environment. If you’re looking to connect with dedicated, responsible credit union directors you will find them here. CUES Supervisory Committee Development Seminar has an average of 86 attendees from 56 credit unions.
Sponsorship Benefits
Seminar Sponsorship
CUES Supporting and Premier Supplier Members: $4,000
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Display space in event area
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5 minute product demo/company introduction
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Sponsorship of refreshment break
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Signage in event area
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Company brochure in attendee materials
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Conference attendee list
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Sponsor recognition on name badge
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Logo and link on cues.org
For nonmember pricing, or more information on membership, contact Rina Salverson at sales@cues.org.
Additional & Non-Attending Sponsorship Opportunities
You'll be there, even if you can't attend! Or, enhance your onsite sponsorship for maximum results.
CUES Supporting and Premier Supplier Member pricing
- Badge lanyards: $1,000
- Pens and notepads: $1,000
For nonmember pricing, or more information on membership, contact contact Rina Salverson at sales@cues.org.
Become a sponsor today!
For more sponsorship information, contact contact Rina Salverson at sales@cues.org or 608.288.5326.
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Seminar Speaker
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Agenda
Below is the 2024 program agenda for reference.
Pre-Seminar Workshop: Tuesday, September 16
Building an Adaptable Structure
*Separate registration required.
Breakfast & Registration
8:00–8:30 a.m.
Session
8:30–9:45 a.m.
Laying the Foundation – The Role & Impact of the Supervisory/Audit Committee
Ancin Cooley, Principal, Synergy Credit Union Consulting
It is important to understand the core purpose of the Supervisory Committee, recognizing its fundamental role within the organization. Examining its historical evolution and modern-day relevance provides valuable context for how the committee has adapted over time. Additionally, learning how committees can shift from passive oversight to proactive governance is key to maximizing their effectiveness and ensuring they add meaningful value in today’s dynamic environment.
Skills Developed:
- Clarity on the committee’s mission
- Understanding of how governance failures impact institutions
- Knowledge of how successful committees drive credit union performance
Morning Networking Break
9:45–10:00 a.m.
Session
10:00–11:45 a.m.
Constructing the Framework – Key Responsibilities of Supervisory/Audit Committee Members
Ancin Cooley, Principal, Synergy Credit Union Consulting
It is essential to identify and differentiate between the committee’s strategic and operational responsibilities to ensure clarity in its role and focus. Additionally, understanding the fiduciary, legal, and ethical obligations of committee members is critical to fulfilling their duties with integrity and accountability. Equally important is the ability to anticipate and manage regulatory expectations, allowing the committee to stay ahead of compliance requirements and support the organization's long-term success.
Skills Developed:
- Recognizing audit & risk oversight responsibilities
- Understanding NCUA expectations for Supervisory Committees
- Applying practical decision-making skills
Lunch
11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
Session
12:45–2:00 p.m.
Strengthening the Beams – The Practical Work of a Supervisory/Audit Committee
Ancin Cooley, Principal, Synergy Credit Union Consulting
Learning how to conduct effective meetings with focused agendas is essential to ensuring productive discussions and meaningful outcomes. Mastering time management and prioritization helps committee members stay organized and efficiently handle their responsibilities. Additionally, developing skills for clear and actionable reporting is crucial for communicating insights, decisions, and progress in a way that drives informed action and supports overall governance effectiveness.
Skills Developed:
- Running high-impact meetings
- Understanding the audit process and key deliverables
- Improving communication between the committee and management
Afternoon Networking Break
2:00–2:15 p.m.
Session
2:15–4:00 p.m.
Reinforcing the Structure – Deep Dive into Key Responsibilities
Ancin Cooley, Principal, Synergy Credit Union Consulting
Gaining a deeper understanding of the committee’s duties in risk management is key to ensuring strong organizational oversight. Learning how to review and challenge audit findings effectively further strengthens the committee’s ability to safeguard the organization’s integrity. Additionally, understanding how to apply oversight through real-world case studies provides practical insights and helps translate knowledge into effective governance practices.
Skills Developed:
- Proactive risk management techniques
- Reviewing audit reports with confidence
- Navigating compliance challenges
Wednesday, September 17
Breakfast & Registration
7:30–8:00 a.m.
Opening Session
8:00–10:00 a.m.
Understanding Risk & the Role of the Supervisory Committee
Ancin Cooley, Principal, Synergy Credit Union Consulting
Develop a comprehensive understanding of how various types of risks such as credit risk, operational risk, compliance risk, and reputational risk—manifest within credit unions and impact their overall safety and soundness. Explore how these risks can arise from lending practices, internal processes, regulatory requirements, and member services. Additionally, gain insight into how audits are designed to assess and test the effectiveness of internal controls, policies, and procedures put in place to mitigate these risks. This includes learning how auditors identify potential vulnerabilities, evaluate the adequacy of risk management strategies, and provide recommendations to strengthen the credit union’s control environment and ensure long-term stability.
Morning Networking Break
10:00–10:15 a.m.
Session
10:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Workshop Session 1
Ancin Cooley, Principal, Synergy Credit Union Consulting
The Risk Landscape – Why Supervisory Committees Must Lead on Risk Oversight
- Lessons from past financial failures
- Identifying key risk areas
Credit Risk – Ensuring Strong Lending & Underwriting Controls
- The Universe of Consumer Lending Audits
- Your MBL and Consumer Lending Participation portfolios
Interest Rate Risk (IRR) – Understanding the Role of ALM Audits
- How rate changes impact the balance sheet
- ALM audits
- Model Validation Reviews
Lunch
12:00–1:00 p.m.
Session
1:00–2:15 p.m.
Workshop Session 2
Ancin Cooley, Principal, Synergy Credit Union Consulting
Liquidity Risk – Ensuring Access to Funds in a Crisis
- Contingency Funding Plan Audits & Stress Testing
Transactional Risk – Strengthening Operational Controls
- Cybersecurity, ACH, wire transfer, & fraud audits
Fraud Risk – Strengthening Internal Controls & Fraud Prevention
- Employee fraud, branch operations, & vendor risk audits
Afternoon Networking Break
2:15–2:30 p.m.
Session
2:30–4:00 p.m.
Auditing Enterprise Risk Management & Governance Structure
Ancin Cooley, Principal, Synergy Credit Union Consulting
Understanding how enterprise risk management frameworks align with governance is essential to ensure that risk management practices support the credit union’s strategic objectives and regulatory obligations. The Supervisory Committee plays a key role in evaluating the effectiveness of the ERM framework by assessing whether risks are properly identified, monitored, and managed across the organization. As part of this responsibility, the committee is also involved in testing controls during risk oversight audits to verify that appropriate safeguards are in place and function as intended. Additionally, auditing governance processes helps ensure that leadership structures, decision-making procedures, and accountability measures align with best practices and regulatory expectations, further strengthening the overall risk management environment.
Thursday, September 18
Breakfast
7:30–8:00 a.m.
Session
8:00–10:00 a.m.
The Year-Round Supervisory Committee Cycle – From Fourth Quarter to Fourth Quarter
Ancin Cooley, Principal, Synergy Credit Union Consulting
We will recap the previous day as well as start discussions on the workshops to take place on day 2.
Networking Break
10:00–10:15 a.m.
General Session
10:15 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Workshop Session
Ancin Cooley, Principal, Synergy Credit Union Consulting
Q4 (Oct-Dec): Year-End Wrap-Up & Next Year Planning
- Annual audit wrap-up, third-party evaluations, risk universe updates
Q1 (Jan-Mar): Laying the Foundation for a Strong Year
- Launching the audit plan, regulatory filings, internal control assessments
Q2 (Apr-Jun): Mid-Year Risk Monitoring & Adjustments
- Audit follow-ups, emerging risk reviews, training needs assessment’
Q3 (Jul-Sep): Preparing for Year-End & Future Risk Planning
- Budgeting for audits, board & ALCO collaboration, regulatory readiness
Lunch
12:00–1:00 p.m.
Session
1:00–2:15 p.m.
Preparing for Board Leadership
Ancin Cooley, Principal, Synergy Credit Union Consulting
Transitioning from Supervisory Committee to ALCO, Risk, and Board roles
Networking Break
2:15–2:30 p.m.
Session
2:30–4:00 p.m.
Supervisory Committee Jeopardy and Wrap-Up
- Review of key learnings
- Interactive governance and risk-based quiz
Supervisory Committee Development Seminar Concludes
4:00 p.m.
Travel & Lodging
We are working to finalize travel & lodging details for 2025. Check back soon for more details!
Information You Should Know
CUES Supervisory/Audit Committee Development Seminar is for credit union directors, board chairs, board officers, supervisory committee members, CEOs, and past attendees of CUES Director Development Seminar.
Your registration includes:
- All educational sessions & materials
- Breakfast, lunch and breaks on Wednesday and Thursday
*subject to change
Cancellation Policy
- ALL CANCELLATIONS MUST BE IN WRITING (cues@cues.org)
- Prior to 60 days – full refund
- 31-60 days before start of event – 50% refund
- 0-30 days before start of event – no refund
Your spot will be secured when payment is received. Due to financial obligations incurred by CUES, no refunds or credits will be issued on cancellation requests less than 30 days prior to the start of the event. Substitute attendees are welcome, subject to eligibility.
CUES reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event due to unforeseen circumstances, and will refund fees if the event is rescheduled or location is changed and you are unable to attend.
Accommodations for diet, mobility, or other needs
CUES will make every effort to make sure you are comfortable at our events. Email events@cues.org with your name, credit union, the event you are registered for, and everything we need to know to accommodate your request. We will follow up with you on how we can help.
This conference meets the following standards:
- CPE credits earned: up to 15.5
- Program Level: Overview
- Delivery Method: Group-Live
- Advanced Preparation: No advance preparation is required
- Prerequisites: None
CUES is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA), as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors, through its website linked above.
Attire Recommendations
Plan on business casual attire. We suggest you bring a sweater or jacket along in case you find the meeting room temperature chilly.
Guest Considerations
Meal Plan Option (separate registration required): Your companion is welcome to join you for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon breaks. The cost for the meal plan is TBD. A badge is required for these meal functions.
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LOCATION
Williamsburg, VA
DATES
September 17-18, 2025
UNLIMITED/
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$1,595
INDIVIDUAL
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$1,995
NON-MEMBER PRICE
$2,395
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