Let’s convene this fall in Charleston, South Carolina at the Charleston Marriott! Hear from engaging speakers, share resources and ideas, and network with colleagues and friends. Mark September 16-17 on your calendar — Historic charm meets modern culture and creativity in Charleston!
But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light.
1 Peter 2:9 (NIV)
View Prices & RegisterSunday, Sept. 15
4:00 p.m.
Welcome to Charleston!
Check in at the Charleston Marriott. Experience true southern hospitality and modern accommodations at its finest with easy access to charming downtown Charleston.
Sunday, Sept. 15
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Exhibit Setup
Exhibitors set up display table(s) outside the main ballroom at the Charleston Marriott.
Sunday, Sept. 15
7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Registration
Conference registration opens with a soft opening for those early birds among us.
Sunday, Sept. 15
8:30 p.m. & Beyond
Free Time On Your Own!
Stroll the historic streets of Charleston, SC, where time stands still and southern hospitality has no bounds. Why not stand on the site of the first shot in the Civil War? Take a tour of a grandiose, pre-Civil War mansion. Climb aboard a WWII aircraft carrier and more…
Monday, Sept. 16
7:30 a.m.
Registration & Breakfast
Conference registration opens for you to pick up your name badge and materials. Breakfast is catered and provided by DILA.
Monday, Sept. 16
8:30 a.m.
Opening Session
DILA 2024 Conference kicks off with our emcee providing a program overview. Hear a morning devotion that will excite you for the days ahead!
Monday, Sept. 16
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Breakouts by
Fund Size
Fund sizes include:
$0-99 Million, $100-249 Million, $250-499 Million, $500-999 Million, $1B+.
Monday, Sept. 16
10:30 a.m.
Plenary Session
ft. Chris Goulard
Partake in a powerful and passionate message from DILA Plenary Speaker Chris Goulard, Saddleback Church.
Monday, Sept. 16
11:45 a.m.
Lunch
Delight in a delectable, tasteful lunch provided by DILA to sustain you through the rest of your day.
Monday, Sept. 16
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Breakouts by Topic
Topics include:
Trends in the Industry, Economy & Markets, Construction Consulting, Risk Management & Cybersecurity, Real Estate, Legal.
Monday, Sept. 16
2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Breakouts by Function
Functions include:
Marketing, Investment Operations, Lending Operations, Finance & Accounting, Senior Management, Relationship Management & Sales.
Monday, Sept. 16
3:45 - 4:45 p.m.
Breakouts by Function
(Repeat)
Functions include:
Marketing, Investment Operations, Lending Operations, Finance & Accounting, Senior Management, Relationship Management & Sales.
Monday, Sept. 16
4:45 p.m. & Beyond
Free Time On Your Own!
Enjoy an evening of timeless grandeur in Charleston, SC! Engage with sponsors, partners, and colleagues for hosted dinners, indulging in award-winning Southern fare. Roam one of many blossoming gardens, and take a ride through the historic district in a horse-drawn carriage… or a 1928 Model A Ford Sport Coupe.
Tuesday, Sept. 17
7:30 a.m.
Breakfast
Start off the day with a delicious catered breakfast, the most important meal of the day.
Tuesday, Sept. 17
8:30 a.m.
Morning Session
Recap the first day and hear a morning devotion that will motivate your life’s mission in your daily work.
Tuesday, Sept. 17
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Breakouts by Topic
Topics include:
Stewardship, Economy & Markets, Construction Consulting, Risk Management & Cybersecurity, Real Estate, Legal.
Tuesday, Sept. 17
10:30 a.m.
Plenary Session
ft. Tom Eggebrecht
Hear from DILA Plenary Speaker Tom Eggebrecht, LCEF, as he shares a positive, encouraging message.
Tuesday, Sept. 17
11:45 a.m.
Conclusion of DILA
DILA Conference comes to a close, and we conclude another great year together!
DILA is an informal fellowship which meets to help maximize the effectiveness of not-for-profit entities organized to provide loans to various affiliated churches and related religious organizations within their Denomination by providing networking opportunities and educational resources.
View Sponsorship PackagesFund representatives may register for $200, and everyone else registers at $300. DILA Conference registration includes devotions, breakout sessions, networking, plenary sessions, and three meals.
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Experience true southern hospitality and modern accommodations at its finest with easy access to charming downtown Charleston. Whether you’re looking to immerse yourself in a rich coastal culture, hop on a tour, splash in the waves or find historic bliss, you’ll find what you are looking for in Charleston at DILA 2024.
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In 2004, Chris Goulard left a successful career in the financial services industry and joined the staff of Saddleback Church as the Pastor of Financial Stewardship. Over the past 18 years, Chris has started and led Saddleback’s ministries focusing on discipling people in biblical financial stewardship, including the Financial Freedom Workshop, Estate Planning, Financial Coaching, Compass, Financial Peace University, and all other financial workshops and curriculum.
Now, Chris is focusing his efforts on discipling those to whom God has given a surplus and have the spiritual gift of giving. He runs the Estate Planning Ministry and Kingdom Builders and loves to talk with people about growing in generosity. Chris is also passionate about helping other churches start and build healthy stewardship ministries and serves as the Chairman of the Christian Stewardship Network, a network of Stewardship Pastors and leaders who serve in congregations around the world.
Chris and his wife Jenifer have been married for 30 years and have two adult sons. He graduated from Dartmouth College in 1989 with a BA in Economics, received his CFP designation in 1992, and completed seminary in 2006.
Tom Eggebrecht is an experienced Senior Pastor and Writer with a demonstrated history of working in the religious institutions industry, in academic settings, and publishing. Skilled in writing, visioning, coaching, nonprofits, and conflict resolution, Tom is also a social services professional with a M.Div. focused in Theology from Concordia Seminary.
He has served the community in leadership roles of various organizations, including The Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee, Acacia Theatre Company, Adult Day Services of Lutheran Living Services, Common Ground (a community organizing group in Milwaukee), and as Circuit Counselor for the west side Milwaukee churches of the Lutheran Church — Missouri Synod.
Tom and his wife Tammy enjoy writing, music, biking, concerts, reading, traveling, the Milwaukee Brewers, and the Green Bay Packers. Their adult daughter Ashlyn works for Ascension Lutheran Church in a suburb of Orlando, and their adult son Benjamin is a singer-songwriter and Brand Manager/COO at Consider the Wldflwrs in Nashville.
Let’s convene this fall in Charleston, South Carolina at the Charleston Marriott! Hear from engaging speakers, share resources and ideas, and network with colleagues and friends. Mark September 16-17 on your calendar — Historic charm meets modern culture and creativity in Charleston!
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