--- title: Engage & Lead | AZYCUP description: Engage & Lead offers young professionals opportunities to develop leadership skills, advocate for change, and connect with peers through impactful events and workshops. --- [Skip to content](https://www.azycup.org/lead-azycup#main-content) [![photo pea ycup](https://www.azycup.org/hs-fs/hubfs/photo%20pea%20ycup.webp?width=992&height=1056&name=photo%20pea%20ycup.webp "photo pea ycup")](https://www.azycup.org/?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://www.azycup.org) - [About Us](https://www.azycup.org/about-us) - [Executives](https://www.azycup.org/azycup-executives) - [Newsletter](https://www.azycup.org/newsletter-azycup) - [Events](https://www.azycup.org/events) - [Engage & Lead](https://www.azycup.org/lead-azycup) - [Volunteer Events](https://www.azycup.org/volunteer-azycup) - [Next Gen Hub](https://www.azycup.org/resources) - [Sponsorship](https://www.azycup.org/sponsorship) Serve. Support. Strengthen Our Community. ## Step Into Service Engage & Lead offers young professionals unique opportunities to grow as leaders, make an impact in the community, and develop their professional skills. From advocacy events and Day at the Capitol to leadership workshops, these programs are designed to challenge, inspire, and connect you with like-minded peers. Sign up for events that align with your passions and take your influence to the next level. ### Day at The Capitol Meet with lawmakers, learn about the legislative process, and represent your credit union. Day at the Capitol gives you the chance to engage directly with policymakers, advocate for your community, and see how your voice can influence meaningful change.   Next Event: **February 10, 2027**! Open registration coming soon.      ### Leadership Develop your skills, grow your influence, and connect with like-minded young professionals. Our leadership workshops provide hands-on opportunities to strengthen your professional capabilities, tackle real-world challenges, and step confidently into leadership roles.   2026 Registration **closed.**  New Date to come 2027! ### Executive Round Table   Connect directly with executive leaders in a setting designed for real conversation—not just listening, but engaging! Gain honest insight into leadership journeys, career growth, and industry perspective, all while building meaningful connections that can support your path forward.    2026 Registration **closed.**    New Date to come 2027!   ### Together We Thrive: A Toast to Credit Unions A year-end celebration honoring the people, partnerships, and purpose that strengthen Arizona's credit union community. Connect with leaders, young professionals, executives, and advocates from across the state as we celebrate our collective impact, recognize outstanding contributions, and support a meaningful community cause.   Event: **5 November 2026**! [Register Here!](https://share-na2.hsforms.com/1SVcl4HE7RLSkHlKC2tJn-g419jnm?utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9fdwvsMuhoRieVhmSWItzdNFNakdwrRE8ogHUaAPG55v1e6hsstOJ1Q_U_AuuFf4GLWvQuLFRYwH8tvKqUu1lsgbeFyA&_hsmi=39420952&utm_content=39420952&utm_source=hs_email) ![Leadership 25](https://243989698.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na2.net/hub/243989698/hubfs/leadership%2025.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=leadership%2025.png) C-suite leaders shared their journeys, inspired growth, and made everyone feel empowered to reach higher — approachable, down-to-earth, and full of insight. ![kim yee event](https://243989698.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na2.net/hub/243989698/hubfs/kim%20yee%20event.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=kim%20yee%20event.png) Treasurer Kimberly Yee joined us to share her passion for credit unions, inspiring advocacy and highlighting the impact we can make when we engage and raise our voices. ![24 main event](https://243989698.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na2.net/hub/243989698/hubfs/24%20main%20event.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=24%20main%20event.png) Executives joined us at Main Event to share their leadership journeys, offering insights, inspiration, and practical advice for aspiring leaders. ![csuite](https://243989698.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na2.net/hub/243989698/hubfs/csuite.png?width=1200&length=1200&name=csuite.png) A gathering of Y-CUP Board members and C-Suite leaders from across the credit union community, united in leadership, collaboration, and commitment to developing the next generation of industry professionals. ![resume building.jpg 2](https://243989698.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na2.net/hub/243989698/hubfs/resume%20building.jpg%202.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=resume%20building.jpg%202.jpg) An HR executive joined us to share expert tips on resume building, empowering attendees to stand out and advance their careers. ![cookie volunteer](https://243989698.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na2.net/hub/243989698/hubfs/cookie%20volunteer.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=cookie%20volunteer.jpg) At Main Event Advocacy, credit union advocates Brooke Parent, Jordan Olstead, and Kimber Landing shared why credit unions matter — while attendees rolled up their sleeves and packaged cookies to give back to the community. ![YCUP](https://243989698.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na2.net/hub/243989698/hubfs/YCUP.jpg?width=1200&length=1200&name=YCUP.jpg) **2026 Y-CUP Round Table Discussion** Attendees engaging in meaningful conversation and gaining valuable insights from credit union leaders during the round table session—fostering collaboration, shared learning, and professional growth across the industry. ![csuites](https://243989698.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na2.net/hub/243989698/hubfs/csuites.jpeg?width=1200&length=1200&name=csuites.jpeg) **2026 C-Suite Leaders** Karen Roch, CEO — Credit Union West Brian Lee, CEO — Arizona Central Credit Union Jake Hutchins, CIO — Landings Credit Union Christina Lamar, VP of Member Services — Copper State Credit Union Laura Worzella, COO — OneAZ Credit Union ### Pages - [Home](https://www.azycup.org) - [About](https://www.azycup.org/about-us) - [News Letter](https://www.azycup.org/newsletter-azycup) #### Contact - [Contact Us](https://share-na2.hsforms.com/1bmwbb3oLRRmdy14DyumxUw419jnm) --- - Terms and Services - Privacy Policy Powered by HubSnacks [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.instagram.com/arizonaycup/) [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.azycup.org/www.linkedin.com/in/az-ycup?hsLang=en) [Follow us on Twitter](https://www.facebook.com/AZYCUP/) [Follow us on Facebook](https://youtube.com/@azycup?si=0UOtD3uZa-YYUa7V) [Follow us on Facebook](https://open.spotify.com/show/502CKWigACISu0LxjM19Ib?si=65033fdecf134739&nd=1&dlsi=f72cab49b2854d4b) [Follow us on Facebook](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/a6YuCM8N6Pi6mG9qiwfKf8E8PJ?domain=tiktok.com)