Advia Credit Union united over 500 team members in Grand Rapids, Michigan for Camp Advia, an energizing two-day experience centered around a bold theme — Level Up! This signature event served as a powerful moment to celebrate Advia’s growth, embrace future ambitions, and align for the collective journey ahead. Throughout Camp Advia, employees were inspired by dynamic speakers, connected across departments and branches, and engaged in activities designed to spark motivation and personal empowerment. The event reinforced that leveling up isn’t just an organizational goal—it’s a personal commitment to growth, innovation, and shared success.
Speakers included Alex Weber—an award-winning speaker, Champion Coach, and TV host for NBC’s American Ninja Warrior. Alex has positively impacted over 5.5 million people worldwide by helping them overcome challenges and achieve breakthrough success. Additionally, Camp Advia hosted the Improv Group featuring Megan Grano and Katie Nahnsen. Megan began her comedy career as a resident cast member at The Second City Comedy Theater in Chicago. From there, she went on to write for Jimmy Kimmel Live, tour with Jim Belushi, and perform on TV shows such as Veep, Parks and Recreation, and Love. She now helps people develop their public speaking skills. Katie Nahnsen is an award-winning writer with extensive experience in the entertainment and advertising industries. Her background in comedy and improv has made her an expert at matching a brand’s voice while creating original and engaging content. Her experience in directing and performing improv has also made her highly skilled at leading creative teams and fostering collaboration.
Speaker Alex Weber
Pictured from left to right: Tre Davis, Katie Nahnsen, Christyn Snell, and Megan Grano.
At Advia, employee enrichment is more than a value—it's a commitment. Through robust learning and development initiatives—including access to Predictive Index tools and personalized training resources—team members are empowered to grow professionally and collaborate more effectively. Camp Advia exemplifies this culture of care and connection by blending leadership development, team bonding, and high-energy activities like lip sync battles and improv workshops—all designed to foster confidence and communication. Advia’s dedication to employee engagement is reflected in consistently strong survey results, with feedback channels like the Manager Effectiveness Survey helping to shape a workplace where voices are heard and growth is prioritized. From onboarding to ongoing development, Advia continues to invest in its people—because when employees thrive, so does the organization.
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Advia Credit Union: Advia Credit Union’s mission is to provide financial advantages to its members. With $3.7 billion in assets, Advia seeks to provide quick and easy access to money and time-saving financial tools to nearly 200,000 members in Michigan, Wisconsin and Illinois. Advia’s team of over 600 professionals delivers excellent service and innovative products at 34 locations and via digital and mobile platforms. Advia is guided by its core values: driving progress, acting with integrity, building and strengthening relationships, and keeping people at the core. Visit adviacu.org to learn more about how Advia provides Real Advantages for Real People™.
