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Help Shape What’s Next: 2027 Committee Nominations Extended to Oct. 23

Posted by on October 7, 2026

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The work of strengthening the Credit Union Movement takes many voices — and the perspectives of credit union professionals across the GoWest region are essential to that work.

As GoWest looks ahead to 2027, there are opportunities for leaders and professionals to contribute their expertise through committees, advisory groups and working groups. These groups bring credit union peers together to tackle emerging challenges, share ideas and help inform the priorities and initiatives that will shape the year ahead.

GoWest is now accepting nominations for its 2027 committees, advisory groups and working groups, with opportunities spanning advocacy, regulation, innovation, communications, recognition, fraud prevention and more.

Deadline for nominations has been extended hrough Friday, Oct. 23

Find Your Opportunity to Serve

  • State Governmental Affairs Committees (AZ, CO, ID, OR, WA, WY)
  • Small Credit Union Advisory Council
  • Regulatory Advisory Committee
  • Grassroots & Political Engagement Committee
  • Defense Fund Oversight Subcommittee
  • Innovation Acceleration Committee
  • PR Influence and Proactive Storytelling Working Group
  • Recognition Advisory Group
  • Fraud Prevention & Cyber Resilience Task Force

Learn more about each committee.

By collaborating with credit union peers from across the region, committee and advisory group members help shape the future of the 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

The strength of these groups comes from the people around the table. Whether you bring years of industry experience, specialized expertise or a fresh perspective, your insight can help GoWest better serve credit unions and advance priorities across the region.

If you or someone on your team has the knowledge, perspective or interest to contribute, consider stepping forward for a 2027 committee, advisory group or working group.

Nominations for 2027 committees, advisory groups and working groups are now open through Friday, Oct. 23.

Don’t miss your opportunity to make an impact. Nominate yourself or someone on your team who would be an excellent candidate.

Learn more and submit a nomination today.

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