Author: Alyse Knudsen
OCCU Honors 70 Years of Service Through Community-Wide Giving Effort
OCCU is celebrating its 70th anniversary through 70 Days of Giving, a branch-led effort that turns a milestone birthday into a community-wide act of gratitude.
Fibre Federal Celebrates Juntos Avanzamos Designation with Proclamation Ceremony
Fibre Federal Credit Union’s Juntos Avanzamos proclamation ceremony brought together employees, community partners, and guests to recognize this important milestone and the work that led to the designation.
Tucson Federal Credit Union’s Q2 Giving Reaches Education, Housing Access, Workforce Readiness, Youth Programs, and Financial Education
Tucson Federal Credit Union continued its community investment work in the second quarter of 2026, committing more than $216,200 in grants, sponsorships, and programmatic support for organizations advancing education, housing access, workforce readiness, youth development, financial education, and community-based programming across Arizona.
InRoads Urges Members to “Stand Ready” During National Preparedness Month
InRoads Credit Union has shared tips to help “Americans Stand Ready” with proactive steps local households can take before a disaster strikes.
Climb Credit Union Earns “Best of the West” Recognition for Fourth Consecutive Year
Climb Credit Union was recognized again in The Daily Sentinel’s Best of the West awards, a community-driven initiative that invites Colorado’s Western Slope residents to nominate and vote for their favorite businesses and organizations.
Red Canoe Credit Union “Filled the Canoe” With $130,000 for Local Schools
The 2026 campaign produced the strongest results in the program’s history. Through Red Canoe’s generous matching commitment, a total of over $130,000 was donated in cash and supplies to schools in four counties throughout the Northwest.
Tucson Federal Credit Union Helps Bring Joy to Little Heroes at Tucson Comic-Con
Tucson Federal Credit Union was the official sponsor of ucson Comic-Con’s Little Heroes, a special event that welcomes children and families facing serious illness for a morning of connection, comfort, and fun.
Bring Your Expertise to a GoWest Committee in 2027
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.
Start 2027 With Fresh Perspectives at CEO Co-Lab
Returning to Mountain Shadows Resort in Phoenix Jan. 6-8, 2027, CEO Co-Lab brings together credit union CEOs from across the country for a distinctly different leadership experience.
Street Talk: Newly Merged Credit Union Sits on the “Launchpad” of Future Innovation
First Tech Federal Credit Union President and CEO Shruti Miyashiro said in a recent “Street Talk” podcast episode that work of integrating two institutions of First Tech’s and Digital Credit Union’s size and scope will amount to “the hardest” thing that many of the credit union’s employees will need to do in their professional careers.
Your MAXX 2026 Get Ready Guide
From what to pack to what to do when you get home, here’s your MAXX 2026 Get-Ready Guide with tips to help you prepare for the experience ahead.
Investing in Port Orchard: Sound Credit Union Starts Construction on New Branch
This location will be Sound Credit Union’s 27th full-service branch in the Puget Sound region.
NW Priority Credit Union Names Christine Torland as Chief Executive Officer
NW Priority Credit Union has named Christine Torland as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective May 1, 2026, having served as interim CEO since December 2025, following the departure of former CEO Julie Guerin.
Minnequa Works Credit Union and Wings Credit Union Sponsor Record-Breaking 2026 Legislative Barbecue
Minnequa Works Credit Union and Wings Credit Union collaborated as sponsors of the 2026 Legislative BBQ, hosted by the Greater Pueblo Chamber of Commerce during the Colorado State Fair.
What the Economic Skies Ahead Mean for Credit Unions: Neil Irwin Joins the MAXX Mainstage
At MAXX 2026, Neil Irwin will help attendees make sense of those forces with an analysis of the trends influencing the economy and financial system.
Curious About the MAXX 2026 Agenda? Check Out These Don’t Miss Sessions
With more than 40 sessions on the agenda, MAXX 2026 offers something for every role, experience level, and stage of a credit union career.
Map Out Your MAXX Experience: Dates, Details, and Things to Do Now
With full days of education, networking, the GoWest Solutions Marketplace, and plenty of opportunities for fun, a little advance planning can go a long way.
Make One Last Stop at the MAXX Block Party
After three days of learning, networking, and traveling through credit union history, there’s one final stop to make before heading home: the MAXX Block Party on Friday, Oct. 9.
Support That Changes Lives: GoWest Awards 2026 Member Impact Finalists
The Member Impact award recognizes credit unions that have demonstrated exceptional, measurable member impact through intentional actions, programs, or strategies that produce tangible benefits for members.
Your Invitation to Connect: Credit Union Community Events in September Across the Region
Credit union communities gatherings offer a chance to meet like‑minded peers, share ideas, and strengthen the relationships that fuel the Credit Union Movement.
GoWest Solutions Partners with Cyder to Bring Enterprise Loyalty to Credit Unions
New partnership expands access to modern loyalty technology designed to strengthen member engagement, deepen relationships, and help credit unions compete in a rapidly advancing financial landscape.