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SAN DIEGO – May 21, 2026: Corelation, Inc. convened 1269 attendees from across the United States for their 15th Annual Client Conference, a record for in-person attendance. The Corelation Dreamin’- themed event, held May 13-15, 2026, was a KeyStone core deep dive and a chance for participants to collaborate and network, reinforcing the company’s emphasis on relationships and community support.
“The Corelation Client Conference offers content-rich general and breakout sessions that provide practical solutions for all credit unions, regardless of where they are in their journey,” said Randy D. Thompson, Chief Information Officer of the Neches Federal Credit Union. “It’s a valuable opportunity to learn, collaborate, and connect with peers across the industry.”
During the two days of sessions, attendees engaged with industry thought leaders and discussed the latest product innovations, conversational AI, credit union financial health, cybersecurity, and services for cryptocurrencies and other digital assets.
Keynote speaker Brian Carter, CEO of The Brian Carter Group, energized the crowd as he outlined strategies for credit unions to compete with fintech giants in his session “The One Second Advantage: How Credit Unions Win the Digital Banking Wars”.
In an impactful talk, Jim Stickley, CEO of Stickley on Security and Mahalo Banking, urged credit unions to stay on their toes when it comes to cybersecurity and not be lulled into a false sense of safety. Stickley gave a peek into the latest scams threatening security, while providing actionable tips to avoid falling victim to cyber criminals.
One of the conference’s major high points was the KeyStone client showcase, the “Coolness of Corelation.” Client partners presented creative solutions for the core in order to offer the best service and benefits to members. Another major draw was the opportunity to engage with a wide variety of third-party providers; Those fresh ideas were on display during the Vendor Showcase and Vendor Speed Rounds. Those segments allowed participants to explore new approaches and discover tools that seamlessly integrate with KeyStone to take advantage of the platform’s full capabilities. The ongoing KeyLab was also a popular offering, as attendees received personalized support, hands-on experience, and the chance to collaborate in person with KeyStone experts. Because collaboration is central to Corelation’s mission, opportunities to connect were woven throughout the event. To maximize value, the agenda was tailored to individual needs with sessions organized by attendee type as well as experience levels. Targeted tracks were available for operational, technical, and executive audiences – and sessions focused on conversion best practices for new clients. Executive talks focused on innovation mindset, merger strategies, and member service. The operations track addressed training and best practices, while the technical track covered payments, lending, fraud, and more.
“This conference exists because of the strength and passion of the KeyStone community,” said Corelation CEO Rob Landis. “Everywhere we turn, we’re seeing ideas come to life and dreams turn into real progress, including reaching the incredible milestone of 300 credit unions choosing KeyStone.”
The annual conference strengthened relationships and set participants up for success by combining timely industry conversations, growth strategies, and innovation, while maintaining a fun, supportive and engaging atmosphere.
About Corelation, Inc.
Based in San Diego, CA, Corelation is the innovative core processor for today’s credit union. This solution is a person-centric system that empowers credit unions to offer the best member service possible, enhancing their value for member attraction and retention. In terms of industry experience, Corelation’s staff has dedicated their careers to creating core systems and providing unparalleled client service. For more information, visit www.corelationinc.com.
