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Stablecoins on the Horizon: What Credit Unions Need to Know Now
Whether you’re still wrapping your head around stablecoins or already watching your state take action, this forward-focused session offers strategic insight and practical takeaways for credit union leaders and advocates.
Evolving Your Credit Union in the Fintech Era: Adapting, Partnering, and Thriving
Join us to gain real-world examples of how credit unions are leveraging fintech innovation to drive growth, enhance member experience, and stay competitive in an increasingly digital world.
Leading with Purpose: CEO Insights on Leadership, Succession, and the Future of Credit Unions
This session offers a rare opportunity to hear directly from CEOs who have led through change and growth. You will leave inspired with insights that you can apply to your own leadership journey, regardless of title or tenure.
Understanding Stablecoins: The Bridge Between Digital Assets and Traditional Finance
Join this session to examine their role in bridging digital assets with traditional finance and to discover how these innovations are unlocking faster, more inclusive remittance and cross-border payment solutions for communities around the world.
Exhibitor & Sponsor Move Out
Exhibitors and sponsors can begin moving out of the Exhibit Hall approximately 2 p.m. and have until 5 p.m. to complete the move-out. Early takedown will incur a $1,000 fine; see exhibitor terms and conditions for more information.
Exhibitor & Sponsor Move-In Begins
Exhibitors & sponsors can begin moving into the Oregon Convention Center at 9 a.m. and have until 3 p.m. to complete their setup.
Finance, Regulation, and Digital Assets: What Every CU Leader Needs to Know for 2025 and Beyond
This 2-hour masterclass is designed for leaders at every level — emerging, executive, and board — who need actionable insights to navigate the complex intersection of finance, regulation, and technology in 2025.
Session qualifies for CPE Credit.
Strategic Thinking at Every Level: Building a Culture of Forward-Looking Leadership
This interactive 2-hour masterclass, led by DDJ Myers, goes beyond theory to explore the practical practices that foster strategic acumen across your credit union, while also tying in the critical role of succession planning in sustaining that growth.
Session qualifies for CPE Credit.
Securing the Future: Defending Credit Unions Against Cyber, Physical, Fraud, and AI-Driven Threats
This 2-hour masterclass will explore the most pressing threats facing credit unions today. Attendees will gain actionable strategies to strengthen defenses, foster cross-functional collaboration, and build a culture of security that protects members and preserves trust.
Session qualifies for CPE Credit.
GoWest Awards Dinner & Gala*
GoWest Credit Union Association is proud to celebrate the professionals, volunteers, and credit unions that have made outstanding contributions to the development and growth of the Credit Union Movement.
*This is a separate ticketed item.
GoWest Foundation Reception*
Before the awards ceremony begins, join us for an exclusive reception that sets the stage for an evening celebrating credit unions across the region.
*This is a separate ticketed item.
A Night of Wonder — 2025 CU4Kids Benefit Auction*
Raise your paddle high as we bring the magic of the circus to life. Imagine an enchanting evening where carnival lights dance, ringmasters lead the show, and the spirit of giving takes center stage – all in support of the 11 Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals in the GoWest region!
*This is a separate ticketed item.