Yearly Archives: 2024
Credit Unions Support Withers, SD 6
Bill Willingham, President and CEO WyHy FCU and Wyoming Government Affairs Co-Chair, Bill Yates, President & CEO First Education FCU, and Brian Thomas, President & CEO of Meridian Trust FCU presented Kim Withers, candidate for Wyoming legislative Senate District 6 with a campaign support check from Wyoming’s Credit Union Political Action Committee.
YP Summit Delivers on High Energy Learning & Fun
A group of 56 young credit union professionals from GoWest’s six-state region gathered in Boise, Idaho, on June 5 and 6, to connect, network, and elevate their skills and knowledge at GoWest’s annual YP Summit, the signature YP event that fosters personal and professional growth within the Credit Union Movement.
Connecting with GoWest – What You Need, When You Need It
GoWest offers a wide array of information channels and resources for members. Here is where you can find the information you need from GoWest.
InRoads Credit Union Awards More Than $100,000 to Local Columbia County High Schools
InRoads Credit Union based in St. Helens, Ore., is proud to announce the continued success of its Team Up for Schools program, which awarded $103,550 to Columbia County high schools this 2023-2024 school year.
Care About Transportation Policy in Oregon?
The Joint Committee on Transportation has announced a 12-stop Transportation Safety and Sustainability Outreach Tour to hear from Oregonians about how the Legislature can ensure Oregon has a safe, functional, and efficient multimodal transportation system now and for years to come.
iQ Credit Union Furthers High School Financial Education with Campus Branches and Scholarships
At iQ, a focus is placed on ensuring high school students have what they need to become financially responsible adults. They do this in many ways including offering Bite of Reality financial education fairs, having high school branches, and offering scholarships to students who are furthering their education at colleges, universities, or trade schools.
SELCO Community Credit Union Awards $200,000 Grant for Development of Affordable Homes
SquareOne Villages recently received a $200,000 grant from Springfield, Ore.-based SELCO Community Credit Union to aid in building the nonprofit’s Rosa Village Co-op affordable housing project.
Origence Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Fundraiser Supporting Children’s Miracle Network
Origence’s “30 Years of Impact” fundraiser will match donations made under the campaign at Lending Tech Live ‘24.
Governor Polis Directs Legislature to Bring Bank Asset Purchase Bill in 2025 Session
On Thursday, Governor Jared Polis signed HB 1351, the “Sunset Division Banking & Board” bill into law. He followed up with a signing statement outlining the Sunset process and the essential function the process provides for regulated industries in Colorado.
Fibre Federal Credit Union Restoring Historic Daily News Building to Create Digital Member Experience Center
Fibre Federal Credit Union has purchased the iconic Longview Daily News building in Longview, Wash., with plans to restore the building and establish a state-of-the-art Member Experience Center.
Advance Your CU Journey Through YP Leads at MAXX 2024
If you are a young professional who is passionate about the Credit Union Movement and looking to elevate your career through networking, mentoring, and education opportunities, YP Leads is for you. The deadline to apply is June 14.
A Stunning Location Awaits for MAXX 2024
GoWest is bringing MAXX to Denver for the first time and hosting the signature event at the luxurious Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center.
Get Pumped for MAXX Keynote Speaker: 4-Time Olympian Chaunte Lowe
Get ready for compelling and thought-provoking MAXX 2024 Main Stage speakers, including four-time Olympian, three-time world championship medalist, and 12-time U.S. national champion, Chaunte Lowe!
Update: CFPB’s New Rule on Open Banking Standards
This rule is crucial for the implementation of the upcoming Personal Financial Data Rights Rule which was proposed in October of 2023 and could be finalized later this year.
Russle Up a Cowboy Hat for This Year’s CU4Kids Diamond RoundUp
On October 15, we’re busting out our rhinestone-studded cowboy hats for the most anticipated event this side of the Rockies – the CU4Kids Diamond Roundup Benefit Auction at MAXX 2024!
The Foundation Breakfast at MAXX 2024: Rise & Shine for a Morning Celebration
On Oct. 16, the GoWest Foundation will be hosting the annual Foundation Breakfast at MAXX 2024. During this signature MAXX event, we will honor the incredible work that credit unions and the foundation have accomplished together over the past year.
OCCU Adds New Vice President of Retail Operations
Oregon-based OCCU is excited to announce that Cheleana Stafflund has been promoted to Vice President of Retail Operations.
ATM Crime and Best Practices for Prevention
Skimming, vandalism, and physical attacks on ATMs, armored car and cash-in-transit (CIT) personnel, ATM technicians, and other ATM crimes are all on the rise throughout the U.S.
Pima Federal and RBAZ Bancorp, Inc. Announce Acquisition Agreement for Republic Bank of Arizona
Tucson, Ariz.-based Pima Federal Credit Union and RBAZ Bancorp, Inc., the holding company of Republic Bank of Arizona, announced on May 16 that they have entered into a definitive agreement whereby Pima will purchase substantially all of the assets and assume substantially all of the liabilities of Republic Bank in an all-cash transaction.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Promotes Holly McHugh to General Counsel
First Tech Federal Credit Union announced the promotion of Holly McHugh to General Counsel, where she will lead the credit union’s Enterprise Governance & Legal Affairs (EGLA), Vendor Management, and Compliance teams.