MONTGOMERY, AL – The 2025 Alabama Advocacy Conference, hosted by the Alabama Credit Union Association, a subsidiary of The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates, attracted 133 attendees from across the state.

According to the ACUA, the conference featured two days of sessions, with presentations on key legislative priorities. Topics included protecting members from financial fraud, enhancing credit union operations, and fostering better engagement with lawmakers.

“The Alabama Advocacy Conference serves as a vital platform for credit unions to unite and understand the legislative issues that affect their members in securing financial wellness,” said VP-Advocacy Michelle Roth in a statement. “With hands on education about these issues, credit unions remain informed and ready to meet with lawmakers to enact change.”

The association said credit unions had the opportunity to participate in engaging panel discussions and breakout sessions, including an “informative conversation “by Amanda Senn, director of the Alabama Securities Commission, on protecting members from fraud. Todd Stacy and Mary Sell of Alabama Daily News also gave credit unions an in-depth look at the state’s political environment from a journalistic perspective, the ACUA said.

Staying ‘Connected’ 

“I always appreciate attending the Alabama Advocacy Conference because it helps me stay connected to important legislative and regulatory issues and keeps me informed of the political climate,” said Whitney Oswalt, CEO of Alabama ONE Credit Union. “The connections we’ve built with lawmakers and regulators this week will help us continue advocating effectively on behalf of our members’ interests.”

The title sponsor for the event was TruStage.