From Board Resilience to Regulatory Readiness: VisionBoard’s Spring Lineup

Posted by Alyse Knudsen on February 11, 2026

In today’s rapidly evolving financial services environment, the strength of a credit union depends more than ever on the effectiveness of its board of directors. Increased regulatory scrutiny, accelerating technological change, and growing member expectations demand governance leaders who are informed, engaged, and prepared to guide their organizations with confidence and clarity.

That’s exactly why VisionBoard, designed by GoWest in collaboration with our CEO Consulting Group, exists. VisionBoard is built specifically for board members and chairs, CEOs, and supervisory and audit committee members and offers year-round opportunities to strengthen governance, deepen strategic insight, and foster resilient leadership — both in the boardroom and beyond.

This spring, VisionBoard is delivering that value in two key ways: an upcoming free, virtual governance-focused webinar on Feb. 25 and the must-attend VisionBoard conference, April 9-11 in Scottsdale, Ariz.

VisionBoard Webinar

Board Resilience: Transforming Onboarding, Development, and Succession

Wednesday, Feb. 25
12 p.m. PT / 1 p.m. MT

The future viability of a credit union rests squarely on its board’s ability to cultivate strong, capable leadership over time. Yet many boards struggle with recruitment, onboarding, and succession planning.

This free VisionBoard webinar tackles these challenges head-on. Designed for board members and CEOs who are committed to long-term leadership excellence, the webinar will explore how boards can move beyond passive recruitment to actively develop a diverse, skilled, and engaged leadership pipeline.

GoWest, joined by board governance and development experts from Curtis Strategy, will share best practices and practical frameworks to help boards:

Strategically recruit directors with the right skills and perspectives
Onboard new members for immediate and meaningful impact
Continuously assess and develop the full board
Build a strong, sustainable succession pipeline

This webinar is an essential opportunity for boards seeking to strengthen governance today while preparing for the leadership needs of tomorrow.

VisionBoard Conference Spotlight: Navigating Regulation, Compliance, and Advocacy Breakout Session

One of the most anticipated breakout sessions at the VisionBoard Conference will focus on how boards can navigate regulatory change while continuing to innovate and advocate effectively.

This high-impact panel will feature:

Brian Knight, CEO, NASCUS
Julie Cayse, Western Region Director, NCUA
Hal Scoggins, Shareholder & Legal Expert, Farleigh Wada Witt
Jennifer Wagner, EVP & Chief Advocacy Officer, GoWest

Panelists will share insights on preparing boards for rapid regulatory shifts and mergers, strengthening relationships with state and federal regulators, and aligning compliance with long-term strategy. The discussion will also address emerging challenges in cybersecurity and digital assets, including fintech partnerships, stablecoins, and the growing role of AI.

Attendees will leave with actionable strategies to help boards balance compliance, innovation, and advocacy — while maintaining strong governance in an increasingly complex environment.

Be Part of the VisionBoard Experience

VisionBoard is more than a conference — it’s a community built to support governance leaders at every stage. From timely webinars to in-depth conference sessions, VisionBoard equips board member and chairs, CEOs, and supervisory and audit committee members with the insight, tools, and connections needed to lead with confidence.

Whether you’re strengthening your board today or preparing for what’s ahead, now is the time to engage.

Register for VisionBoard conference and join GoWest in shaping strong, resilient governance for the future of the credit union movement.

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