Anticipate disruption. Navigate risk complexity. Lead with foresight.
August 25-27, 2026
Gain insight and knowledge into today and tomorrow’s credit, audit, appraisal, and risk environments
Risk 360 Conference: This conference centers on managing emerging risks through collaboration, innovation, and foresight, tackling key challenges like cybersecurity, climate change, and building adaptive risk frameworks.
In a risk-filled environment, no one leads alone. Collaboration, communication, and collective foresight are essential to staying ahead of change.
The risk environment is evolving at an unprecedented pace, driven by technological advancements, shifting agricultural dynamics, and emerging environmental challenges. The Farm Credit System must adapt to these new realities, integrating innovative approaches to manage risks effectively and strategically. In 2026, this changes everything — new technologies, new risks, and new leadership perspectives are reshaping the landscape.
This annual conference hosted and developed by the Farm Credit System Review, Audit and Appraisal Workgroup (RAAW) is known for providing current industry information, insightful credit environment assessment and valuable networking. Join your Farm Credit System colleagues and risk management experts for exceptional keynotes, hot-topic discussions, and highly productive breakout sessions.
Join us at the 2026 RISK 360 Conference, where you’ll explore the new possibilities arising from evolving industries and technologies, discover new thinking to transform your approach to risk management, and develop a new vision for the future of your organization and the Farm Credit System.
In a world of constant change, risk management is no longer just about managing the present — it’s about anticipating the future and leading with foresight. This is your opportunity to break free from traditional frameworks, gain fresh perspectives, and reimagine how your organization can respond to tomorrow’s risks today.
Standard Rate: $2250 (Register by August 1, 2026)
Final Rate: $2450 (Register by August 26, 2026)
Registration as an attendee for the RISK 360 Conference is limited to Farm Credit System employees. If you are a business service provider and would like to attend, you would need to serve as a sponsor.
Contact Information:
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Staci Brown
Chief Audit Executive
Yosemite Farm Credit, ACA
Joe Burns (Conference Vice Chair)
Chief Risk Officer
First South Farm Credit
Jim Dunne
Chief Risk Officer
Farm Credit Illinois
Lee Folsom
Chief Appraiser
Southwest Georgia Farm Credit
Ben Godbey, TAF Rep-Advisory Council
Executive Head of Evaluation Services
American AgCredit
Timothy Green
SVP, Asset Review
CoBank
Aaron Herrema
Appraisal Manager
AgWest Farm Credit
Ryan Hrobuchak
Chief Risk Officer
Farm Credit East
Eric Kingdon
VP Audit Services
Compeer Financial
Tyler Mullins
Chief Appraiser
Mississippi Land Bank
Pete Nguyen
IT Internal Audit Manager
Farm Credit Bank of Texas
Kim Pekar (Conference Chair)
SVP, Risk
Capital Farm Credit, ACA
Curtis Rea
Credit Review Manager
AgFirst Farm Credit Bank
Joe Valladares
Chief Strategy & Innovation Officer
Texas Farm Credit Services
Ray Wagester, Appraisal Foundation Representative
Lead Relationship Manager, Farm Credit Banking
CoBank, ACB
Andrew Warner
VP & Chief Appraiser
GreenStone Farm Credit Services
Michael Wilson
Manager Wholesale Lending & Appraisal
AgriBank