Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Event Schedule:
5:30-8:00 pm
Dinner: 6:00 pm
Meeting & Speaker to Follow
Event Location:
The Barn
2510 East 54th St N,
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Empowerment Starts Here
Empowerment begins with having the right knowledge and support to make confident decisions about your finances and personal security. At the Bluestone Federal Credit Union, we will stand alongside you, our members—offering tools, guidance, and protection that help make everyday banking simpler and safer in an increasingly digital world.
This evening is an opportunity to continue that conversation together. Along with information on Bluestone Federal Credit Union’s year, we’ll hear from a cybersecurity expert who will share practical insights on protecting personal information and navigating today’s connected environment.
It’s all about sharing knowledge, strengthening awareness, and helping our members feel empowered in the choices they make every day.
FEATURED SPEAKER
Dr. Ashley Podhradsky
Dr. Podhradsky is the Vice President for Research & Economic Development at Dakota State University. She is also a member of the First Bank & Trust Board of Directors. Dr. Podhradsky is a sought-after speaker and keynote for cybersecurity events around the country. Her research teams have received over $25 million in competitive grants from the National Security Agency, National Science Foundation, Small Business Administration, and others.
In addition to her academic and professional work, she has a strong passion for increasing gender diversity in cybersecurity. She is the co-founder of CybHER, a cyber outreach program which has reached thousands of people from K-12 to college age and beyond. As a fundraiser, she has received nearly $2 million in gifts for CybHER. Dr. Podhradsky was the recipient of the EmBe 2017 “Young Woman of Achievement,” the 2017 Merrill Hunter Award for Excellence in Research, was a 2017 and 2018 New America Cybersecurity Fellow. She was also named an American Association for the Advancement of Science IF/THEN Ambassador in 2019. Through this program, she is one of 120 women in STEM featured around the country with a life-size statue.
EVENT FAQ
TICKET PRICING & INFORMATION
Ticket Pricing:
- Members (adults and children 4 & older) $5 or 1,000 Points
- Non-Members (adults and all children) $20
- Children 3 & younger free with paying member and require no ticket
Ticket Information:
- The last day to purchase tickets is Tuesday, May 26 at 4:00 pm so we are able to provide the correct headcount for meals.
- Online ticket purchases are only available to current members of Bluestone Federal Credit Union. A non-member wishing to attend and purchase their own tickets must do so at a Bluestone Federal Credit Union branch. Find those locations here.
- During registration, you must include the number of gluten-free meals your group needs so the proper amount of gluten-free noodles can be prepared.
No Physical Tickets Will Be Issued:
- No physical tickets are given. You must check-in at the registration table before the event by giving your name.
- Members using the online form to order tickets will receive a confirmation email once processed.
EVENT PARKING
There is a large parking lot onsite at The Barn with direct access to the banquet hall from the front doors. The star below indicates the annual meeting location.
If you are in need of assistance, we will have staff onsite to provide support.
MEAL INFORMATION
The meal includes two pasta options with your choice of beef meat balls or grilled chicken as well as alfredo or marinara sauce. Each are separate so you can mix and match to create your dish.
If you need a gluten-free pasta option, you must note this during the ticket purchases process. If you do not register this option, we cannot guarantee their availability for you on the day of the event.
Each meal also comes with a salad and dressing, garlic toast, and a selection of beverages and cookies for dessert.
TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets sales have closed for the 2026 Annual Meeting in order to finalize the event meal with our vendors.