• NASCUS 2026 Connecticut Executive Forum

    Rocky Hill, CT

    We're heading to the NASCUS 2026 Connecticut Executive Forum on February 5, 2026, at the Sheraton Hartford South in Rocky Hill, CT. As the opening speaker, we'll deliver timely insights on the latest fraud trends impacting credit unions. Attendees—including executives, board members, and industry leaders—will gain actionable intelligence on emerging threats, real-world patterns, and proven strategies to strengthen defenses. Hosted by NASCUS, the Connecticut Department of Banking, and The Credit Union League of Connecticut, this one-day in-person event focuses on collaboration, networking, and addressing key challenges in the evolving credit union landscape. Join us to stay ahead—register today!

  • Ohio Chamber 30th Annual Energy Symposium

    Columbus, OH

    Join us as we lead the breakout session on Critical Infrastructure Considerations from 3:00–4:00 PM at the Ohio Chamber's 30th Annual Energy Symposium. This session dives into essential considerations for protecting and modernizing critical energy infrastructure amid evolving challenges, technologies, regulations, and risks. The symposium gathers energy professionals to discuss Ohio's energy landscape, innovation, and future needs. Don't miss this opportunity to gain actionable perspectives - register via the Ohio Chamber website today!

  • Supplier Innovation Summit 2026

    Elyria, OH

    Critical Ops proudly serves as program partner and emcee for the Supplier Innovation Summit 2026 on February 12, 2026, at Lorain County Community College in Elyria, Ohio—playing a central role in shaping the day's success through strategic planning, hosting, and thought leadership. Our team will share expertise on the 2:15 PM Emerging Markets panel, exploring opportunities in Air Mobility, Aerospace, Advanced & Additive Manufacturing alongside industry peers. The full-day summit unites OEMs, suppliers, and the ManuFuture community for keynotes, interactive workshops, panels on defense and growth trends, networking, and action planning to tackle workforce challenges, adopt next-gen technologies, and build resilient supply chains. Join us!

  • International Carding Fraud Webinar

    Virtual

    In this exclusive webinar on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET, we partnered with Q6 Cyber to explore proactive threat intelligence strategies for financial institutions. Discover the "Digital Criminal Underground" (including the Dark Web and carding infrastructure), identify key threat actors targeting banks nationwide, and learn how to recover actionable stolen payment card data from merchant breaches, ATM/gas pump skimmers, and other sources. Leading FIs leverage this intelligence to shift from reactive defense to prevention, stopping payment card fraud before it causes damage. Gain practical insights to enhance your cybercrime combat efforts—register today!

  • How Credit Unions Are Confronting Fraud and Cyber Threats

    Washington D.C.

    Credit unions face unprecedented fraud and cyber threats in 2026. At America's Credit Unions Governmental Affairs Conference, our team proudly moderates the timely panel "The New Front Line: How Credit Unions Are Confronting Fraud and Cyber Threats" on Tuesday, March 3, from 3:15–4:00 p.m. Industry leaders discuss real-world trends, emerging risks, practical defenses, and policy implications to protect members and institutions.

  • TN League Fraud Prevention Summit 2026

    Nashville, TN

    Fraud losses in Tennessee exceeded $160 million in internet scams alone in 2023—credit unions must act now. At the TN League Fraud Prevention Summit 2026 (March 18–19, Nashville), our expert serves as Emcee, guiding attendees through actionable sessions on emerging threats like check fraud resurgence, AI risks, psychology of scams, and elder financial exploitation to strengthen defenses and protect members.

  • JA Career Walk at JA Inspire 2026

    Lorain County Community College

    Not all students get career guidance at home - JA Inspire changes that. At the JA Career Walk on March 18 (8th graders) & March 19 (high school), our exhibitor booth brings interactive drone demonstrations and real talk about becoming a drone pilot. Students explore exciting STEM careers, see drones in action, and plan high school paths toward high-demand tech roles.

  • Interactive Cybersecurity Tabletop Simulation & Live Expert Panel

    Cleveland, OH

    Hosted by Fortress Security Risk Management in collaboration with Critical Ops and others, this in-person event features a hands-on tabletop simulation to test decision-making under pressure, plus a live expert panel including Chelsea Treboniak. Explore evolving cyber threats, common preparedness gaps, and practical steps for stronger prevention, response, and recovery, with insights from security, risk, insurance, legal, and potential FBI perspectives. Space is limited.

  • Regulatory Compliance Certification School 2026

    Tampa, FL

    Stay ahead of evolving fraud threats at the Regulatory Compliance Certification School 2026. Our expert serves as Speaker for Certification track sessions on fraud trends, alerts, AI noise, detection/response/recovery, and investigations, plus Speaker/Panel Moderator for Recertification including an AMA session. Earn or renew your CUCO designation while gaining actionable insights into BSA/AML, financial crimes, and compliance strategies.

  • COSI: Big Science Celebration

    Columbus, OH

    Join the Critical Ops at the COSI Big Science Celebration on May 2, 2026 (11 AM–5 PM) at the Scioto Peninsula in Columbus, OH. Visit our Drone Zone for interactive demonstrations and discover how drone technology powers real-world innovation in safety, infrastructure, and beyond. This free, family-friendly event features over 100 hands-on STEAM exhibits — perfect for curious minds of all ages!

  • Cybersecurity Conference 2026

    Austin, Texas

    With cyberattacks surging, America's Credit Unions' Cybersecurity Conference 2026 (May 13-15, Austin, TX) is a must-attend for IT leaders, compliance pros, risk managers, CIOs/CTOs, and security practitioners. We're excited to support this vital event by serving as the official conference emcee, guiding dynamic sessions on regulatory expectations, advanced controls, AI threat mitigation, and innovative strategies. We'll also lead the incident response across the credit union ecosystem tabletop exercise—a hands-on simulation on Day 3 to test and refine real-world response capabilities. Attendees gain actionable insights for smarter governance, modern tech adoption, and resilient operations. Join us in person or virtually to safeguard your credit union.

  • Credit Union Management School 2026

    Virtual

    Elevate your leadership at Credit Union Management School 2026, the credit union movement's premier three-year executive program. Our expert speaks on Cybersecurity & Fraud Prevention in Year 2 and Future-Proofing Credit Unions: Leveraging Technology in Year 3. Virtual sessions on May 19 & 20 provide focused insights ahead of the intensive in-person week in Madison, WI (July 19-25), helping professionals advance toward the prestigious CCUE designation.