At GoWest, we come together and GO! We take the initiative to be change leaders for the betterment of the people in our communities.
2024 is the year we take it up a notch and take full advantage of this amazing community. We are taking our stories of impact to the steps of the capitol buildings, prioritizing the professional development of our very own teams, and leveraging the unparalleled value of coming together as peers, experts, and mentors across our GoWest region.
Check out all 2024 has to offer for you and your colleagues – and get involved today!
The specific events & programs below appear in order by the time and date that they occur in 2024.
CEO CO-LAB
The CEO-Exclusive Event of the Year
Join us in the desert oasis of Arizona and experience a rich community of peers and conversations that will challenge your way of thinking. This is an opportunity for you to glean wisdom from the collective experience of CEOs across our six-state region – a truly one-of-a-kind gathering!
Jan. 10 - 12, 2024
Scottsdale, AZ
PRICING INFO
Early bird pricing until Oct. 31.$1,185 for small CUs and $1,400 for regular CUs. See fees for more details.
AZ CU DAY AT THE CAPITOL
Support hyper-local advocacy
Join the effort to support our advocacy agenda both to protect and advance the operating environment for credit unions in Arizona. This is your opportunity to get involved and bring credit union team members from across your organization to share the incredible work credit unions are doing throughout the state and, most importantly, share it with your elected leaders at the Capitol.
Jan. 16, 2024
Warehouse215
Phoenix, AZ
Make this vital event a priority for you and your team in Q1.
ID CU DAY AT THE CAPITOL
Support hyper-local advocacy
Come join the effort to support our advocacy agenda both to protect and advance the operating environment for credit unions in Idaho. This is your opportunity to get involved and bring credit union team members from across your organization to share the incredible work credit unions are doing throughout the state, and most importantly share it with your elected leaders at the Capitol.
Jan. 23 - 24, 2024
Boise Centre
Boise, ID
Make this vital event a priority for you and your team in Q1.
WA CU DAY AT THE CAPITOL
Support hyper-local advocacy
Join the effort to support our advocacy agenda both to protect and advance the operating environment for credit unions in Washington. This is your opportunity to get involved and bring credit union team members from across your organization to share the incredible work credit unions are doing throughout the state, and most importantly, share it with your elected leaders at the Capitol.
Jan. 30, 2024
The Heritage Room
Olympia, WA
Make this vital event a priority for you and your team in Q1.
OR LEGISLATIVE LUNCHEON
Support hyper-local advocacy
Come join the effort to support our advocacy agenda both to protect and advance the operating environment for credit unions in Oregon. This is your opportunity to get involved and bring credit union team members from across your organization to share the incredible work credit unions are doing throughout the state, and most importantly share it with your elected leaders at the Capitol.
Feb. 7, 2024
Willamette Heritage Center
Salem, OR
Make this vital event a priority for you and your team in Q1.
WY CU DAY AT THE CAPITOL
Support hyper-local advocacy
Come join the effort to support our advocacy agenda both to protect and advance the operating environment for credit unions in Wyoming. This is your opportunity to get involved and bring credit union team members from across your organization to share the incredible work credit unions are doing throughout the state and, most importantly, share it with your elected leaders at the Capitol.
Feb. 14, 2024
Little America Hotel & Resort
Cheyenne, WY
Make this vital event a priority for you and your team in Q1.
CO CU DAY AT THE CAPITOL
Support hyper-local advocacy
Join the effort to support our advocacy agenda both to protect and advance the operating environment for credit unions in Colorado. This is your opportunity to get involved and bring credit union team members from across your organization to share the incredible work credit unions are doing throughout the state, and most importantly share it with your elected leaders at the Capitol.
Feb. 22, 2024
The Denver Athletic Club
Denver, CO
Make this vital event a priority for you and your team in Q1.
CUNA GAC
GoWest Rendition
CUNA Governmental Affairs Conference is the credit union industry’s premier event bringing together leaders from across the movement to rally around a united case—tell policymakers how their lawmaking affects credit unions and their more than 130 million members. Credit unions advance communities and improve financial well-being for all consumers.
March 3 - 7, 2024
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Washington, D.C.
PRICING INFO
Pricing is $1,295. See CUNA site for details.
YP SUMMIT
Fostering Relationships with Peers
YP Summit is a signature event designed exclusively for young professionals. At YP Summit, you will have the opportunity to connect with like-minded peers and industry leaders through dedicated networking sessions, elevate your skills and knowledge through a range of workshops, and gain fresh perspectives from industry experts.
June 5 - 6, 2024
Boise, ID
PRICING INFO
Early bird pricing until March 1.$425 early bird pricing and $475 regular pricing. See fees for details.
EXECUTIVES@SKAMANIA
Where Leaders Build The Future
Located in the Columbia River Gorge, Skamania Lodge provides a picturesque backdrop for strategic conversations, networking, and development with peers. You will glean practical solutions and business strategies from the high-caliber guest speakers and network of credit union leaders who collectively boast hundreds of years of experience.
Aug. 5 - 7, 2024
Skamania, WA
PRICING INFO
Early bird pricing until April 30.$999 for small CUs and $1,299 for reg. CUs. See fees for details.
MAXX CONVENTION
Top-Level Training & Networking
We are headed to Denver for the biggest credit union event in the West! Join us and over a thousand credit union professionals to network like you can only do at MAXX, learn from renowned industry leaders, engage with cutting-edge solutions, and experience the must-attend signature event that inspires and elevates you! Please save the date for MAXX 2024!
Oct. 13 - 16, 2024
Denver, CO
PRICING INFO
Pricing will be available in the coming weeks. Check back soon!COUNCILS
Where Peers Share, Engage & Connect
Engage with peers through empowering initiatives that guarantee you remain well-informed in our ever-evolving landscape. The Councils not only provide a vibrant platform for the exchange of best practices, engaging dialogues, and fostering connections with colleagues but also promise insightful discussions led by speakers who are experts in the most critical topics within your field.
Dates Available in Dec.
Councils will be held over Zoom.
PRICING INFO
Power User Memberships from $1,349 to $1,679, individual memberships from $419 to $489, & $125 single sessions. Assets less than $125M qualify for small CU pricing. View memberships for details.
LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
Leaders Are Made, Not Born
An in-depth series of hybrid workshops designed to improve credit union employee perception of leadership and increase their relationship management skills with the goal of assuming greater roles and responsibilities. Get ready to be the leader people want to follow!
March to Sept. 2024
Phoenix, AZ
Fort Collins, CO
Seattle, WA
PRICING INFO
Pricing is $3,600. See fees for details.
ADVANCED LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
Equipping Next-Gen Leaders
This hybrid program equips the next generation of leaders with the tools, skills, and leadership practices to increase their strategic impact and to experience personal transformative change. With a new sense of critical self-awareness, this is where you become a champion of your credit union.
April to Sept. 2024
Denver, CO
Portland, OR
Seattle, WA
PRICING INFO
Early bird pricing until Nov 18.$3,450 early bird pricing and $3,600 regular pricing. See fees for details.
EXECUTIVE READY
Building High-Performing Exec Teams
This hybrid leadership development program gives strategic leaders the roadmap to build high-performing, connected, and innovative teams. You’ll walk away understanding how to bring comprehensive and harmonious direction to your team.