TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The 2025 Florida Advocacy Conference, hosted by the Florida Credit Union Association, a subsidiary of The League of Credit Unions & Affiliates, attracted 87 attendees from across the Sunshine State, the organization said.

According to the Florida CU Association, the conference featured an engaging lineup of speakers, including:

• Attorney General James Uthmeier, who shared brief remarks about the impact credit unions have on Florida’s economy.
• Michael Yaworsky, Florida’s Insurance Commissioner, who provided an in-depth analysis of the state’s evolving insurance market. 
• Ben Brinkley, Florida Office of Financial Regulation’s Director of the Division of Financial Institutions, who spoke on the latest regulatory developments impacting credit unions.

“The Florida Advocacy Conference is a critical platform for credit union leaders to directly connect with policymakers and advocate for the needs of our industry,” Christopher Hodge, senior director of Governmental Affairs in Florida at The League, said in a statement. “We are committed to ensuring that credit unions have a strong voice in Tallahassee, and this event is another steppingstone towards that dedication.”

 According to the League, a “significant announcement” about its new initiative, F.I.G.H.T. (Financial Institutions Against Human Trafficking) was also made during this conference. The initiative will focus on industry commitment, frontline staff training, law enforcement partnerships, and trauma-informed survivor support. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier commended The League’s efforts and pledged his office’s continued collaboration.

“The Florida Advocacy Conference was an inspiring experience that reinforced the power of collective action,” Aaron Logue, CEO of Alive Credit Union, said in a statement. “The F.I.G.H.T. initiative is more than just a call to action—it’s a well thought out plan for ensuring credit unions remain at the forefront of financial advocacy. Connecting with lawmakers and industry peers reminded me why our voice is so crucial in shaping policies that benefit our members and communities.”