Welcome Reception – SOLD OUT
Join us as we kick off the Advocacy on Track event with an exclusive reception at Angel’s Envy on Thursday, June 4. Connect with fellow industry leaders while enjoying world-class bourbon in a unique and intimate setting. Don’t miss this opportunity to network and set the stage for an impactful event!
Thursday, June 4, 6:00pm
500 E. Main Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Reception Sponsor
Distillery Sponsors
Advocacy on Track Event
Guaranteed to be a day of thought-provoking discussion with fellow Credit Union leaders and industry keynote speakers, followed by prime access to viewing the races.
This event is presented free of charge to staff and volunteers of all League Member Credit Unions in Kentucky, Indiana, Tennessee, and Mississippi with special thanks to all our sponsors.
Friday, June 5, 2026
Churchill Downs Club SI
700 Central Ave. Louisville, KY, 40208
Agenda
Times are Eastern Standard
8:20 a.m. – Doors Open
9:00 a.m. – Fireside Chat with Senator Rand Paul (R-KY), Chair of Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
10:00 a.m. – Panel Discussion: Messaging, Advocacy and Cutting through the Noise (Including experts from the credit union system, professional sports, advocacy, and journalism)
11:00 a.m. – Speaker: Ashley Sharp
11:45 a.m. – Lunch
12:45 p.m. – Commencement of Horse Racing & Networking Reception
Lunch Sponsor
Racing Sponsor
Session Descriptions
Fireside Chat with Senator Rand Paul
We’re excited to announce that Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) has been confirmed as a featured speaker for the 4th Annual Advocacy on Track on Friday, June 5, 2026, at the historic Churchill Downs. Senator Paul will join us for an off-the-record fireside chat that you won’t want to miss. As Chair of the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, Senator Paul brings a unique perspective on the issues shaping our nation and the financial services landscape.
Panel Discussion: Messaging Advocacy
Panelists:
Rick Redman – VP Corporate Communications – Hillerich & Bradsby Co., Wilson Baseball/Softball Public Relations
Josh Thomas – President, Parthenon Strategies
Amy McClard – Director of Advocacy Communications, America’s Credit Unions
Shayna Sangster – Vice President of Marketing, Indiana Fever at Pacers Sports & Entertainment
Ashley Sharp – Chief Legal Officer, SVP State Advocacy – Illinois Credit Union League
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