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Posted by on March 11, 2026

MAXX 2025 Attendees

From boardrooms to breakout sessions, GoWest’s signature events bring credit union leaders together to learn, connect, and move the movement forward. Whether you’re shaping strategy at VisionBoard, building your network at YP Summit, engaging in candid executive dialogue at Executives@Coeur d’Alene or CEO Co-Lab, or experiencing the energy of MAXX 2026, each event offers a unique opportunity to grow your impact and strengthen your leadership. Explore what’s ahead and find the experience that’s right for you.

VisionBoard

April 9-11, 2026
Phoenix, Arizona

This immersive learning experience is focused on forward-thinking board performance. Through expert-led sessions, scenario-based workshops, and peer roundtables, attendees will cover strategic finance, performance and change management, succession planning, regulatory and advocacy readiness, and evolving strategy.

Who should attend? Board chairs, directors, supervisory leaders, and CEOs

Register by March 12 to save $100 per attendee!

Group discounts are available for credit unions registering 5+ participants.

 

YP Summit

June 2-3, 2026
Spokane, Washington

At YP Summit, connect with like-minded peers and industry leaders during dedicated networking sessions, elevate your skills and knowledge through a range of workshops, and gain fresh perspectives from industry experts. YP Summit fosters personal and professional growth within the Credit Union Movement by embodying the spirit of collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

Who should attend? Credit union professionals who are under 40 years of age and passionate about advancing their careers within credit unions

 

Executives@Coeur d’Alene

Aug. 4-6, 2026
Coeur d’Alene, Idaho

GoWest’s annual executive retreat brings together top credit union leaders for a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, learn from industry experts and peers, and build lasting relationships. You’ll have more ways than ever to engage in candid conversations about the most pressing issues facing credit unions today. There’s no substitute for gathering in person with fellow executives to candidly discuss top-of-mind opportunities and challenges, share insights, explore solutions, and strengthen your professional network.

Who should attend? Executive teams and CEOs

Register by March 27 to save $300 per attendee ($200 for small credit union attendees)!

 

MAXX 2026

Oct. 6-9, 2026
Denver, Colorado

Join 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!

Who should attend? Credit union professionals and volunteers at all levels

Register by April 15 to save $200 per attendee!

 

CEO Co-Lab

Jan. 6-8, 2027
Phoenix, Arizona

This go-to gathering exclusively for credit union CEOs from across the country offers candid conversations, peer collaboration, and forward-focused strategies that drive impact for your members, communities, and organizations.

Who should attend? CEOs

Registration coming soon! Email the Events Team for more information.

 

 

Posted in Board of Directors, Events, GoWest Association, Leadership, MAXX, Small Credit Unions, Top Headlines, Young Professionals.

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