Author: Alyse Knudsen
Tucson Federal Credit Union Helps Families Save Smarter While Finding Fur-Ever Friends at #LovePup Family Fest
Tucson Federal Credit Union sponsored the 7th annual #LovePup Family Fest, which took place Oct. 4 at Rancho Sahuarita in Sahuarita, Ariz.
Stay Protected Against the Latest Digital Threats with OnPoint Community Credit Union’s 2025 Cybersecurity eBook
OnPoint Community Credit Union released its 2025 “The OnPoint Guide to Personal Cybersecurity” eBook to help consumers protect themselves and stay informed about the latest online threats.
STCU Reaches a Milestone with Opening of Its 50th Branch
In a year of significant milestones, STCU is poised to reach another with the opening of its 50th branch location.
Mid Oregon Credit Union Honored with a 2025 Top Workplaces Award
Mid Oregon Credit Union has been awarded a 2025 Top Workplaces honor by The Oregonian Top Workplaces — the fourth consecutive year the financial institution has received this award.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Partners with Portland State University’s School of Business
OnPoint Community Credit Union announced a new partnership with The School of Business at Portland State University, designed to help prepare students for a successful career.
Local Support, Real Impact: Credit Unions Step Up During Shutdown
With the federal government shutdown heading into its second week, credit unions across the region are showing up with programs and services to support their members who may be impacted.
Finish Strong: Final GoWest Councils of 2025 Kick Off in October
The final round of GoWest Councils for 2025 kicks off in late October—and there’s still time to jump in!
GoWest Solutions Partners with Mastercard to Empower Credit Unions Through Innovation, Security, and Strategic Engagement
GoWest Solutions has announced a strategic partnership with Mastercard, a global technology leader in the payments industry, to deliver next-generation payment solutions, cybersecurity tools, and real-time data capabilities to credit union.
Sound Credit Union and UW Tacoma to Host HuskyHack Hackathon to Spark Financial Innovation
Sound Credit Union and the University of Washington Tacoma launched HuskyHack, a 24-hour challenge for college students to design innovative digital tools that empower people to take control of their finances.
What To Know Before You Arrive: Fast Check-In + the MAXX App
New this year! A streamlined badge printing process and expanded features in the MAXX app to help you stay organized and connected.
Tips & Tricks to Make the Most of MAXX 2025
To help you plan ahead and avoid last-minute surprises, here are a few important reminders and insider tips to keep in mind before you arrive.
Join the GoWest Foundation at MAXX to Explore Bold Ideas & Lasting Impact
At MAXX 2025, the GoWest Foundation is spotlighting the many powerful ways credit unions create impact across GoWest’s six-state region.
GoWest’s Lynn Heider Recognized in National Nonprofit Communications Awards
Longtime Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs, Lynn Heider, has been recognized with an Honorable Mention in PR Daily’s 2025 Nonprofit Communications Awards.
Credit Unions Bet on Stablecoins to Keep Members…and Liquidity
The point isn’t to turn community institutions into crypto startups. It’s to make digital asset capabilities feel like just another account type or collateral class in the core system.
Climb Credit Union Celebrates Grand Opening of Colorado Springs Branch
Climb Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of its new Colorado Springs Branch with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Sept. 23.
Tucson Federal Credit Union Receives Boxcar Capital Award at Vail Chamber Golden Spike Awards
Tucson Federal Credit Union was honored with the Boxcar Capital Award in the Financial Services category at the Vail Chamber of Commerce’s Golden Spike Awards.
Clarity Credit Union’s Golf Tournament Raises Over $50,000 for St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital
Clarity Credit Union hosted its 25th Annual Credit Unions For Kids Charity Golf Classic and raised over $50,000 with the help of local credit unions and sponsors.
Westerra Credit Union Names Sarah Llewellyn VP of Consumer Lending and Contact Center Sales
Westerra Credit Union welcomed Sarah Llewellyn as the new Vice President of Consumer Lending and Contact Center Sales.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Welcomes Jason Buchanan as Its New Chief Credit Officer
OnPoint Community Credit Union has appointed credit and operations expert Jason Buchanan as its new Chief Credit Officer.
GoWest’s Board of Directors for 2025-26 Announced
The GoWest Credit Union Association Board of Directors met for its annual reorganization meeting. During the meeting, the Board held elections and appointed new leadership for the 2025-2026 term
Creating Connections: Meritrust Credit Union’s Latest Investment in Arvada, Colo.
Meritrust Credit Union (formally Premier Members Credit Union) recently opened its newest branch in the heart of Arvada, Colo.