Wellness, Connection & CrossState
Taking care of ourselves isn’t always top of mind when we’re away from home, which is why CrossState is aiming to help make it easy for members to prioritize their well-being at our events. Launched in fall of 2025, CU Wellness is our new way of supporting the well-being of our members. It’s all about feeling good, staying connected, and bringing your whole self to the credit union movement.
What does that look like in practice? A top focus of CU Wellness is movement. We’re offering an accessible activity at each event to get you ready for a full day of productivity—and the one at CrossState Connect Annual Convention may be the most invigorating yet.
Fun for the Whole Crowd
When it comes to supporting our members’ health, we aim for options that anyone can participate in and enjoy. At CrossState Drive this past September, we launched CU Wellness with a historic walking tour of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sharing fun facts about landmarks as we ventured down to the Allegheny River. We then hosted Rise & Shine Morning Yoga at CU Reality Check in October, where participants learned simple poses and breathing techniques to start the day off right.
During Connect 2026, we’ll be holding another walk on the last day of the conference, taking interested attendees down the Waterfront Sculpture Walk in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Beginning bright and early at 7 a.m., this 2.2-mile walk will meander along a level, paved trail and offer an array of stunning sights, including sculptures, birds, and observation points of the back bay. Participants will also receive a unique souvenir to commemorate the hourlong stroll.
We’re even bringing back historic talking points. If you’re interested in learning about the first Miss America competition, the history of the Atlantic City Boardwalk, or who became Atlantic City’s unofficial mascot in 1921, then this is an activity you won’t want to miss!
Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Community
While you may be hesitant about waking up so early, there’s a reason this walk should stay on your radar—the many benefits you’ll get from going! Studies show that starting the day with movement will boost your energy and mental clarity due to an increase in blood flow to the brain, which helps enhance cognitive performance. Walking has also been found to promote positive emotions.
Not only is a morning walk the perfect way to get in the right mindset for a busy day, but it’s also a great opportunity to network in a casual setting. Some of the best connections come from shared experiences and mutual interests, and between the historical fun facts and interesting artwork, this walk will certainly give you plenty to talk about!
The Quiet Zone: Taking a Breather
As valuable as walking can be, CrossState understands that moving is only one side of the wellness coin. Sometimes it’s the slow, quiet moments in the middle of a busy, fast-paced day that matter most. That’s why we’re committed to providing a quiet zone for attendees to retreat to during the conference. Here you’ll find no phone calls, no socializing, and no learning—just time for yourself whenever it’s needed.
CU There!
Your health and well-being matter, and CU Wellness is dedicated to helping you feel your best so you can lead your best—both during and after Connect. Take advantage of Early Bird Pricing now through February 2 to save on registration and sign up for the waterfront walk. And stay on the lookout for more CU Wellness features as our team finalizes plans for Connect!