Washington D.C. | Feb 26–Mar 4
Application deadline: November 30, 2026, at 11:59pm CT
CRASH® THE GAC is the Cooperative Trust's flagship Crash® opportunity! 2027 marks the 18th year of this annual tradition where we bring emerging credit union leaders from all over the country to crash the Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC) in partnership with America's Credit Unions. The GAC is our chance to spotlight the work credit unions do to improve the financial well-being of their members and communities.
Here's what to expect:
- Hear from world-class keynote speakers
- Join the Leagues for Hill Hikes, meeting with lawmakers to show them the credit union difference
- Explore the latest industry offerings in the largest exhibit hall in the credit union space
- Network with peers and thought leaders across credit unions, politics, and business
- Experience Washington, D.C. through standout receptions, meals, and accommodations
📍 Walter E. Washington Convention Center, 801 Allen Y. Lew Place NW, Washington, DC 20001
✈️ Suggested Airport: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
- Arrive: Friday, February 26, 2027, at any time
- Conference: February 28–March 4, 2027
- Depart: Thursday, March 4, 2027, anytime after 3:00 PM
Selected Crashers will:
- Receive FREE registration to the event
- Be responsible for all hotel and travel costs + food/entertainment outside of the provided programming.
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