ARA Convention
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Join your fellow members on Tuesday, October 21st and Wednesday, October 22nd at the Silver Legacy Resort & Casino in Reno, Nevada for ARA’s 61st Convention sponsored by Harding Brooks Insurance Agency.
This year, we’re partnering with CCUCC for a joint reception on Wednesday evening and members are invited to attend their annual convention on Thursday, October 23rd and Friday, October 24th at the same hotel.
HOTEL RESERVATIONS
Take advantage of ARA’s room block/rate and book your room today!
Here are five reasons you should attend the annual convention:
#1
Participate in our lenders round table to discuss issues impacting the recovery industry.
#2
Get a deep dive into everything ARA is working on and how it impacts you.
#3
Election of new board members. New board positions will be voted on at the convention. You must be present to vote.
#4
Your participation at the annual convention makes the association stronger.
#5
Network exclusively with other ARA members and clients.
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ARA Convention Agenda
Monday, October 20, 2025
| TIME | EVENT | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Closed Board of Directors Meeting | TBD |
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
| TIME | EVENT | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
| 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | General Session | Todd Squires to MC |
| 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. | Welcome / Pledge / Prayer | Vaughn Clemmons |
| 9:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | New Member Swearing in Ceremony & Meet and Greet | Amy Bednar & Todd Squires |
| 10:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Financial Report | Jeremy Cross |
| 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Break | |
| 11:00 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. | President’s Address / Appointment of Nominating Committee | Vaughn Clemmons |
| 11:15 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | Home Office Report | Todd Squires |
| 11:30 a.m. – Noon | Bylaws Discussion & Vote | Starr Sawalqah |
| Noon – 1:30 p.m. | Lunch & ARA Awards Ceremony | |
| 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Nominating Committee Report, Election Speeches, Election of Officers | Wayne Ray & Home Office Staff |
| 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. |
ARA Showcase and Q&A: Elevate Your Business & Maximize Your Membership Description: Discover the tools, resources, and innovations designed to grow your business and unlock the full value of your ARA membership. The ARA Showcase offers live demos, expert highlights, and actionable insights to help you thrive in today’s competitive landscape. |
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| 3:30 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. | Insurance Update & Need to Know | Mike Peplinski with Harding Brooks |
| 3:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Break | |
| 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Royal Key Supply Key Training | |
| 5:00 p.m. | Wrap-Up | |
| 5:00 p.m. | Board Meeting to Elect Officers | |
| 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | ARA Social Sponsored by RDN Located at Novi in Eldorado |
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
| TIME | EVENT | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
| 8:45 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Welcome & Announcement of Board Positions | Announce BOD positions |
| 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Lender, Vendor & Agent Forum Sponsored by MBSi | |
| 11:00 a.m. | Wrap-Up & Close | |
| 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | ARA & CCUCC Joint Mixer |
