Author: Alyse Knudsen
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Stacie Wyss-Schoenborn, Central Willamette Credit Union President & CEO
Stacie Wyss-Schoenborn’s motivation is grounded in impact: strengthening strategy, ensuring relevance, and helping credit unions continue to lead with both purpose and results.
When Banks Step Back, Credit Unions Step Up: New Job Resource Center and Resume Bank Available
Rather than waiting for the impacts of consolidation to unfold, credit unions acted quickly to offer a path forward. The newly launched job resource center serves as a job hub for displaced FirstBank employees.
Last Call for GoWest Award Nominations: Don’t Let Your Story Go Untold
Nominations for the 2026 GoWest Awards close May 22, and this is your final opportunity to recognize the people, programs, and partnerships making a difference across the Credit Union Movement.
Resources to Help Spot and Prevent Elder Financial Abuse: Credit Unions Take Action to Protect Older Americans
Momentum is building across the Credit Union Movement to address one of the fastest-growing threats facing members and communities: elder financial abuse.
Key Responsibilities in Strategic Credit Union CEO Search and Succession
Strategic CEO succession is a critical governance function for credit unions that requires clear delineation of roles and responsibilities between the Board of Directors and the current CEO.
Horizon Credit Union Fights Housing Instability in Missoula With $8,574 Donation
Horizon Credit Union was awarded a Member Impact Fund grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines to boost it’s grant to YWCA Missoula.
Westerra Credit Union Names Kirk Leverington as Chief Strategy and Performance Officer
Since joining the Westerra team last year, Kirk Leverington has worked closely with Marksberry and executive leadership to analyze and identify the credit union’s strategic opportunities, priorities and long-term goals.
Deepening Community Roots: Mohave Federal Credit Union Leaders Take Part in Citizens Academy
Leaders from the Kingman, Ariz.-based credit union, including CEO Carol Roby, EVP Ramona Baptista, and marketing/PR team member Amy M. Carrera, recently participated in the City of Kingman’s Citizens Academy,
OnPoint Community Credit Union Announces 2026 Prize for Excellence in Education Community Builder Winners and Educator of the Year Finalists
Five local schools have won the 2026 OnPoint Prize for Excellence in Education Community Builder awards.
Vantage West Celebrates New Branch Opening, Supporting Paradise Valley Community
This modern location replaces Vantage West’s former 32nd & Shea branch and reflects the organization’s continued investment in the Paradise Valley community.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Deepens Commitment to Region with New Branch in Downtown Portland
OnPoint Community Credit Union opened new, 17,000-square-foot branch in downtown Portland, Ore.
Elevations Credit Union Announces Board Member and Committee Changes from 73rd Annual Membership Meeting
Elevations Credit Union hosted its 73rd annual membership meeting on April 27 at Elevations’ headquarters in Boulder, Colo.
Unlock Deeper Insight into Compensation with New Member Benefit: Milliman Northwest Financial Survey
GoWest members now have access to a powerful new resource in 2026: the Milliman Northwest Financial Survey (MNFS), a dynamic, online compensation platform designed specifically for financial institutions.
Amplifying the Credit Union Voice Across the GoWest Region
Credit unions across the GoWest region continue to earn the spotlight as trusted financial voices in their communities.
Councils Are Back for Round 2: Fresh Insight, Practical Takeaways, and Peer Connections
GoWest Councils are gearing up for a strong lineup of upcoming sessions designed to tackle timely challenges and deliver real-world strategies you can take back to your credit union.
Texas Credit Union Using Smart ATM Strategy to Test Markets Before Betting Millions on Branches
For many credit unions, the question isn’t whether branches still matter. It’s whether they can still afford to build them.
Colorado Credit Union Cares Foundation Debuts, Elevating Financial Empowerment
On May 4, the Colorado Credit Union Cares Foundation officially launched as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing financial empowerment and strengthening communities throughout Colorado.
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Tracie Wilcox, On Tap Credit Union President & CEO
Tracie Wilcox describes herself as a connector — someone who enjoys bringing people together to collaborate and solve challenges.
Small Credit Union Leaders Gather for a Powerful Day of Strategy and Connection
Small credit union leaders from across the region came together for the inaugural Small Credit Union Summit in Seattle. The energy made one thing clear: there is nothing quite like being together in person.
Make Your Nomination Stand Out: Insider Tips from GoWest Awards Judges
If you missed the webinar, here’s your inside look at what judges are really looking for and how to make your GoWest Awards entry shine.
Putting Financial Services Innovation Into Practice
From banking and payments to capital markets, financial services firms stand or fall on their commitment to innovation. You can’t stop refining your systems and processes if you want to stay ahead.
