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PenFed Credit Union
Memphis Capital

TBA

BUSINESS & BBQ 2026

CREDIT UNIONS & COMMUNITY BANKS FORUM

The Peabody Hotel

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Creating a Spark that Builds a flame of Curiosity

This event is designed to bring together credit unions and bank community bank partners, SBA loan partners, and industry colleagues in a relaxed setting that encourages meaningful engagement. Whether you are reconnecting with familiar faces or meeting new peers, the experience is centered around shared time, thoughtful programming, and a welcoming environment.

We Invite You!

PenFed Credit Union
Memphis Capital

BUSINESS & BBQ Memphis Style
Credit Unions & Community Banks Forum

Overview:

The rules of financial services are being rewritten in real time. AI is transforming B2B and client experience. Digital assets are going mainstream. New legislation is on the table. You need to be in the room where it happens.

Join us in May!

What you will experience:

  • Al Governance and Strategy

  • AI - Bringing Context to Data

  • Bringing Organization to the Chaos

  • Accelerating Lender Growth with Collaborative Fintech

  • Crypto/Stablecoin - Why is the US Secret Service Involved? 

Who should attend:

Memphis Capital Business & BBQ is for leaders who are passionate about advocacy and making real change for the industry. No other event delivers the alignment, access, and action that this event does. If you’re invested in the future of credit unions, your place is here.

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7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Breakfast & Networking

 

8:30 AM – 8:45 AM
Welcome From Memphis Capital

8:45 AM – 9:00 AM
Life Changing - PenFed Foundation -James Schenck, President/CEO PenFed Credit Union: The PenFed Foundation - For Military Heroes Making a Difference

09:00 AM - 9:45  AM

Agility - Bringing Organization to the Chaos -  Kris Kovac, Founder & National Podcaster

09:45 AM - 10:00  AM

Refreshment Break

 

10:10 AM - 10:30 AM

Accelerating Community Lender Growth with Collaborative Fintech - Omar Jordan, CEO Coviance

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Credit Union 2030 Panel - Kris Kovacs, James Schenck and Omar Jordan

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Lunch, Networking & Exhibitor Hall

 

12:30 PM - 1:10 PM

Difference in Data & Context -  Julie Esser, CEO & Tony del Fierro, Partner at IgniteFI

 

1:10 PM - 1:50 PM

Crypto/Stablecoin - Why is the Secret Service involved? - Morgan Morgan, US Secret Service

1:50 PM - 2:30 PM

AI Governance & Strategy - Tony Ferris, CEO Rochdale Paragon

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Panel AI, Governance and Protection - Julie Esser, Tony del Fierro, Tony Ferris and Morgan Morgan

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3:00 PM – 4:30  PM

Meet the Technology, Network and Private Meetings

 

5:00 PM

Transportation leaving every 30 minutes to the World Championship BBQ Contest - VIP Tent to All Guests

Subject to change*

Event Schedule

Business & BBQ - Memphis Style

PenFed Credit Union
Memphis Capital
Sponsorship Opportunities + Benefits

Get your organization involved

Explore a sponsorship to get your brand front and center with credit union decision-makers or to share your technology with other credit unions. Or reserve your spot and come ready to

learn, eat, and connect.

CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP: $5,000

WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • Social Media | Website | Save the Date

  • Event Signage | Table in the Exhibit Area

  • Logo on all conference materials produced by Memphis Capital

  • Stoke the Fire banner at the BBQ VIP Tent

  • Attendee List of Companies  and Contacts

  • 2 passes to the conference and 4 passes to the VIP BBQ Tent

  • Add marketing piece to welcome bag

HOSPITALITY TENT- BBQ FESTIVAL:
$5,000

  • Dates: May 13th, 14th or 15th

  • Invite your VIPs to the World Championship BBQ Contest

  • Provide 20 Tickets to the VIP BBQ Tent for one night

  • Multiple nights can be purchased for another Sponsorship

  • Banner at the VIP BBQ with your logo 

  • All the food and drinks available in the tent

WHAT'S INCLUDED
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Sponsorship Submission Form

If you and your team are interested in one our sponsorship packages please fill out the form below and we will reach out as soon as possible. 

What product are you interested in?
Corporate Sponsorship: $5,000
Hospitality Tent - BBQ Festival Sponsorship: $5,000

Don't forget to get you and your team a room! 

Click Here to book at the Peabody 

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Don't just keep up. Pull ahead.

Cheers to"S'More"  good business in 2026

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