Breaking: Proposed Interchange Rule introduced by the Federal Reserve

Learn more in our analysis of the potential impact on credit unions.

The First Arizona Credit Union Week Sets Tone for Credit Union Cooperation

Four credit unions teamed up for several days of activities that culminated with International Credit Union Day.

SW Washington Credit Unions Host Local Lawmakers

In September, the Southwest Washington Chapter of Credit Unions hosted its annual legislative night in Ridgefield, WA, which saw tremendous […]

TruWest Credit Union Promotes Chris Kearney to President and Chief Information Officer

Kearney will assume the role of chief executive officer in October 2024.

Vantage West Credit Union Names New Vice President of Community Impact

Jon Bruflat has been with Vantage West since 2010.

OCCU Announces Second Auto-Loan Securitization Sale

The transaction offers $258 million of fixed-rate notes and follows a $275 million offering in October 2022.

Unitus Community Credit Union Wins Two Prestigious Awards

Unitus will now be considered for national-level awards through the Credit Union National Association.

CDFI Fund

Small Dollar Loan Fund Program Now Open for Applications

The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund opened the 2024 funding round for the SDL Program on Friday.

OCCU Foundation’s Contributions Topped $900,000 in 2022

It’s the largest annual total in the Foundation’s five-year history.

GoWest Congratulates the 2023 Executive Ready Graduates

Sixteen credit union professionals complete GoWest’s executive-level leadership development program. 

Blue Federal Credit Union, Aventa Credit Union Announce Plan to Merge

The merger is expected to be completed in the first half of 2024, according to both credit unions.

Civic Center in Idaho Falls Now Named After Frontier Credit Union

The newly renamed “Frontier Center for the Performing Arts” has been a pillar of the Idaho Falls community for over 70 years.

Life Insurance Helps Ensure Tomorrow’s Certainty Today

As society continues to grapple with the ripple effects of the pandemic, credit unions tend to play a vital role in helping members get access to life insurance coverage.

MAXX Keynote Speakers Present Science, Songs, and a Vision for the Future

An economist, a neuroscientist, and a Broadway “King” were featured at the MAXX main stage.

Compliance Newsletter – Oct. 24, 2023

Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.

Gearing up for 2024 WY legislative elections

During their October 3 meeting at MAXX, the Wyoming Government Affairs Committee set a goal to raise $25,000 for the […]

NCUA

NCUA October Board Meeting Analysis

As always, GoWest’s Regulatory Advocacy team provides a same-day analysis.

Supreme Court Expected to hear Interchange Case while Fed Looks at Possible Rate Rule

The Supreme Court is expected to hear a case filed by Corner Post a convenience store located in North Dakota […]

Two Unitus Community Credit Union Leaders Elected to Board Chair Positions at Nonprofits

President and CEO Steven Stapp, and Senior Vice President and Chief Retail Officer Corlinda Wooden, are donating their time and expertise to WorldOregon and Sunshine Division, respectively.

Gesa Credit Union’s ‘Day of Service’ Assists More than 30 Local Organizations

Gesa team members united on Indigenous Peoples’ Day and dedicated over 2,400 hours of service to 31 community organizations across Washington.