CU Times' 11th Annual Trailbalzer Awards reception at the Reanissance Washington was once again one of the must-attend events of CUNA's Governmental Affairs Conference. 

In addition to enjoying good food and making valuable conections, attendees gathered to honor the credit union's best and brightest stars.  

Here's a glimpse of the winners and attendees:

 CEO of the Year Tom Gryp, Notre Dame FCU.

CFO of the Year Tom Marquardt, MAX Credit Union.

Volunteer of the Year John Richards and The Partnership FCU President/CEO Theresa Mann.

Lending Officer of the Year Kenny Leonard, ECCU. 

It was a good night for the team at The Partnership FCU. Bonnie Ortiz (second from right) was named IT Executive of the Year, which meant the credit union wrapped the night with two Trailblazer awards.

The Redwood Credit Union team joined CEO Brett Martinez (second from left) in celebrating the institutional award for Outstanding Political Action.

Mendo Lake Credit Union CFO David Rhoades and board chairman Robert L. Scott represented their credit union in accepting the institutional award for Outstanding Service to the Underserved.

Marketer of the Year Mark Andrews, chief marketing officer at Clark County Credit Union (left), got a show of support from his CEO, Matt Kershaw.

CU Times' Trailblazer Awards reception offered a great opportunity for fun and networking. 

The Cooperative Trust's GAC Crashers joined in the fun and mingled with the seasoned executives.