Author: Katy Wagnon
Announcing Board of Directors Election Cycle
The inaugural GoWest Board’s new election timeline for the 2023-2024 cycle includes modernizing the Board roster size down to 12 seats by Sept. 2023.
Threats and Opportunities of Buy Now Pay Later Financing
The swift evolution of BNPL presents both an opportunity and a major threat to lending institutions – Here’s what you need to know.
GoWest Credit Unions are Everywhere in the Nation’s Capital
And that work is everything in advancing the priorities to help them serve 16.5 million members across the region.
Giving Members Earlier and Easier Access to Their Funds
Fundamentally, early direct deposit doesn’t change much for the member. But members perceive it as a valuable benefit, and they use it.
Compliance Newsletter – Feb. 28, 2023
Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.
Stories to Listen to – A Black History Month Spotlight with LaTrice Brewster
This Black History Month we listen to LaTrice Brewster, Marketing Director at Horizons North Credit Union, based in Westminster, Colorado, and graduate of the Advanced Leadership Program (formerly Emerging Leaders).
Oregon Credit Unions Introduce Financial Education Legislation with Bipartisan Support
Senate Bill 3 was enthusiastically received as hundreds of advocates fanned out to meet with their lawmakers last week, during the Oregon Credit Union Day at the Capitol.
Engage in the GoWest CDFI Community – Now is the Time!
Your voice is being heard as GoWest announces a big advocacy win for CDFIs and we welcome you to join the quarterly CDFI roundtables.
Expand Your Credit Union Revenue Streams with Wealth Management Services
Members want financial advisors, but most aren’t aware of credit unions offer support. Learn three ways to start adding revenue through wealth management services.
Compliance Newsletter – Feb. 21, 2023
Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Now Accepting Nominations for Outstanding Educators Schools Making an Impact
The 14th annual OnPoint Prize for Excellence in Education will recognize inspiring educators and schools with cash prizes—including paying the […]
Western Vista Credit Union Promotes Leaders, Re-Structures Executive Team To Respond To Business Growth
The credit union announces five new leadership opportunities to ensure operational efficiency and organizational effectiveness as the credit union continues expanding.
In Olympia, Credit Union Day at the Capitol is a Family Reunion
A turnout of 200 credit union advocates shared their part of credit unions’ $7.5 billion economic impact with Washington legislatures.
Romance Scams? It’s Real and Reaching Record Levels
In 2021, the most frequently reported cases of fraud to the FTC involved imposter scams. Imposters are everywhere and difficult […]
CU Opportunity: Learn About an Underutilized Homebuyer Program in “Ginnie Mae 101” on Feb. 22
Navy and Kinecta federal credit unions will discuss the benefits of working with Ginnie Mae such as mortgage-backed securities programs and partnership opportunities.
Ezra Eckhardt of STCU Appointed to Co-op Solutions Board of Directors
Service to country, community, and the Credit Union Movement is how Co-op characterizes Eckhardt’s career.
Compliance Newsletter – Feb. 14, 2023
Stay informed on the latest news and resources around compliance-related issues.
First Tech Enters Multi-Year Sponsorship of Iconic Hood To Coast Event
The annual event held in August draws over 19,000 participants from over 40 countries and across all 50 states and has sold out for 35 consecutive years.
Sooper Credit Union Announces Promotions, New Hires, and Addition of Innovation Team
Meet the new hires and promotees, learn their key functions and discover other career opportunities across the region.
Numerica Granted $1.5 Million to Support Underserved, First-Time Homebuyers
The low-income designated credit union and community-based lender was selected as a recipient because of its outreach to underserved and underbanked people in the community.