NJ/ Metro NY CUES Council - In Person Event
Schedule
Fri Apr 17 2026 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Maggiano's Little Italy | Bridgewater, NJ
Join us for an insightful discussion on how credit unions can navigate compliance, mitigate risk, and capture a new revenue stream.About this Event
As cannabis legalization expands across the Northeast, financial institutions are evaluating how to safely and responsibly serve this rapidly growing industry. Join us for an insightful discussion on how credit unions can navigate compliance, mitigate risk, and capture a new revenue stream while supporting legitimate businesses in their communities.
It's a great chance to connect with fellow CUES Council members from the NJ and Metro NY area. Don’t miss out on good food, great conversations, and networking in person. See you there!
Agenda
Agenda
Info: 10:00 -10:15 Opening of the Meeting Council Board
I. Call to order II. Approval of minutes from last meeting. III. Financials.
IV. New Business.
10:15 -10:45 Case Study: Serving Emerging Markets in Financial Services Affinity FCU
• Overview of Affinity’s experience in cannabis banking
• Key lessons learned and operational considerations
• Opportunities for credit unions
10:45 – 11:00 Industry Partner Insights Sponsor
• Solutions and strategies to support new revenue streams
• Tools that help credit unions expand business services
11:00- 12:00 Networking and Brunch
A space for fostering greater connections between council members. By making
space for these connections, we create a foundation for more productive
discussions and decisions during the formal parts of the meeting.
12:00 -12:30 Understanding the New Jersey Cannabis Market
Where is it happening?
Maggiano's Little Italy, 600 Commons Way, Bridgewater, United StatesUSD 55.00





