Bring Your Expertise to a GoWest Committee in 2027

Posted by Alyse Knudsen on September 9, 2026

Oregon GAC meeting at MAXX 2025

The passion, expertise and influence of credit union advocates help drive the Movement forward and keep credit unions prepared for what’s next. Now is your opportunity to add your voice.

GoWest is now accepting nominations for its 2027 committees, advisory groups and working groups, inviting credit union leaders and professionals from across the region to get involved, collaborate with peers and help shape the future of the Movement.

These groups provide opportunities to influence priorities and guide initiatives that strengthen credit unions throughout the region and across the country. Together, members identify challenges, share solutions and shape strategies that keep credit unions strong, elevate the voices of members and help communities thrive.

Nominations Open Through Friday, Oct. 16

Find Your Opportunity to Serve

State Governmental Affairs Committees (AZ, CO, ID, OR, WA, WY) are dedicated to identifying and advancing the best current and future operating environment for credit unions at the federal and state levels. Committee members ensure credit unions have the tools they need to remain distinctive, relevant and trusted partners, serving consumers with dedication.

Idaho GAC meeting at MAXX 2025

Small Credit Union Advisory Council is comprised of dedicated credit union CEOs passionate about the ongoing success of small credit unions. The Advisory Council guides resource and content development for programs aimed at credit unions with assets of $250 million or less.

Regulatory Advisory Committee plays a proactive role in influencing regulatory efforts as part of the comprehensive GoWest advocacy strategy. Working in close collaboration with GoWest staff, committee members are dedicated to shaping responsible rules and regulations that impact credit unions, ensuring their relevance and appeal to consumers seeking not-for-profit credit unions as their trusted financial partners.

Grassroots & Political Engagement Committee advances and powers GoWest’s advocacy programs. Its mission is to inform and empower credit union leaders, fostering a culture of active engagement in grassroots and political initiatives. By evaluating and developing modern grassroots advocacy tools, the committee strengthens participation in the legislative and political process, elevating the influence of the Credit Union Movement in the six states.

Defense Fund Oversight Subcommittee plays a crucial role in the Association’s advocacy strategy by providing diligent oversight of a robust and strategic defense fund. As a sub-committee, its primary responsibility is to offer expert guidance on defense fund expenditures in strict accordance with the fund’s covenants. These covenants center on appropriate and effective fund utilization and fundraising strategies, dedicated to special-purpose advocacy funding for extraordinary circumstances.

Innovation Acceleration Committee works to find solutions that deliver measurable, tangible value across the six-state ecosystem. This committee works with GoWest staff to connect innovative solutions with credit unions to advance solutions, products and resources that deliver tangible value to consumers.

PR Influence and Proactive Storytelling Working Group brings together the best and brightest minds across credit union public relations and communications teams to brainstorm and develop proactive messaging plans for the GoWest credit union community.

Recognition Advisory Group is responsible for helping align recognition efforts that shine a light on the credit unions and people who have significantly raised the bar on achievable outputs and results in sustaining and advancing the charter and operating environments, the value generated and delivered to members, and the collective impact in communities.

Fraud Prevention & Cyber Resilience Task Force identifies opportunities to better protect credit union members and institutions by improving industry collaboration, workforce readiness, and public awareness. Members will map existing organizations, networks, and initiatives focused on fraud and cybersecurity, assess where gaps remain, and prioritize areas for collective action. The task force will serve as a catalyst for solutions that no single organization can effectively address alone.

Help Shape What’s Next

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

Whether you’re a seasoned industry leader or someone ready to bring a fresh perspective to the table, your experience and ideas can make a difference.

Nominations for 2027 committees, advisory groups and working groups are open through Friday, Oct. 16.

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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