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Deadline Extended to Nov. 5 for 2026 Committee Nominations

Posted by on October 29, 2025

Your role in the Credit Union Movement is more than a day job — it’s a calling. Every day, you help members build brighter financial futures and strengthen the communities you serve. Now, it’s time to take that passion even further.

This is your final chance to lend your expertise and leadership by serving on a GoWest 2026 Committee, Advisory Group, or Working Group.

Submit your nomination by Wednesday, Nov. 5.

2026 Committees, Advisory and Working Groups include:

  • Arizona Governmental Affairs Committee
  • Colorado Governmental Affairs Committee
  • Idaho Governmental Affairs Committee
  • Oregon Governmental Affairs Committee
  • Washington Governmental Affairs Committee
  • Wyoming Governmental Affairs Committee
  • Regulatory Advisory Committee
  • Grassroots & Political Programs Committee
  • Defense Fund Oversight Subcommittee
  • State Issues Working Groups*
  • Innovation Acceleration Committee
  • Talent Development Advisory Group
  • PR Influence and Proactive Storytelling Working Group
  • Recognition Advisory Group
  • Strategic Messaging & PR Taskforce*
  • Data & Impact Documentation Taskforce*

* These committees are limited in scope and duration and not currently accepting nominations.

By collaborating with credit union peers from across the region, you’ll help shape the future of our Movement through work that:

  • Strengthens advocacy and regulatory agendas,
  • Elevates public awareness and grassroots engagement,
  • Inspires innovation in credit union products and services,
  • Advances professional development across the industry, and more.

Don’t miss your chance to make an impact. Nominate yourself or someone on your team who would make an excellent candidate. Nominations for 2026 Committees are open through Nov. 5. Visit GoWest’s Committees webpage to learn more and submit your nomination today.

Posted in Advocacy, Arizona, Colorado, GoWest Association, Idaho, Leadership, Oregon, Regional Member News, Small Credit Unions, Thought Leadership, Top Headlines, Washington, Wyoming, Young Professionals.

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