Across the Region
Three Oregon Classrooms Get Makeovers Thanks to SELCO Community Credit Union
The three winners receive as much as $15,000 apiece to transform their learning spaces from SELCO Community Credit Union’s regional Classroom Makeover program.
Credit Union Chapters Inspire, Empower, and Have Fun in 2024
In 2024, Credit Union Chapters played a pivotal role in fostering collaboration, leadership, and innovation within the six-state GoWest region.
$1.87 Billion Green Lending Grant Program Open for Credit Unions: Deadline Dec. 18
Credit unions are invited to submit a pre-qualification form for the Inclusiv Center for Resiliency and Clean Energy’s new Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) Clean Communities Investment Accelerator (CCIA) green lending grant program by Dec. 18.
Pathways to Empowerment: Register for GWLN Sister Societies’ December Virtual Summit
The GoWest Global Women’s Leadership Network Sister Societies invite you to join Pathways to Empowerment, a virtual summit, on Thursday, Dec. 5 featuring interactive breakout sessions led by inspiring female leaders in Data/IT, Fraud, Lending & Collections, HR, and Digital Experience.
I’m a Credit Union Advocate: Share Your Stories!
We are excited to offer a new way for you and your teams to share your stories of impact with the Association.
Voting Opens for SELCO Community Credit Union’s Classroom Makeovers: Up to $45,000 in Awards Available
SELCO is inviting Oregonians to cast a vote of a different kind — for their favorite classroom makeover project among nine finalists. The online public vote will decide three winning educators for a Regional Classroom Makeover.
Credit Unions Across the Region Make a Difference in Their Communities on ICU Day
International Credit Union (ICU) Day, on Oct. 17, was a day reflect upon the credit union movement’s history, promote its […]
Last Call! Nominations Extended to Nov. 1 for GoWest Committee & Advisory Groups
GoWest invites you to be a part of its 2025 Committees, Advisory Groups, and Working Groups because your knowledge, passion, and expertise are invaluable to advancing the Credit Union Movement across the region.
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: How to Be Cybersecurity Smart
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month which makes this the ideal time for sharing resources and cybersecurity best practice recommendations.
Cybersecurity Resources: Keep Your Credit Union & Members Secure
Your members’ trust and data security are of the utmost importance to your credit union, and preparation builds their confidence in your services. Here are some resources to help you keep your credit union and members safe and secure.
Ransomware Attacks Raise Concerns for Credit Unions
Ransomware is a form of malware designed to encrypt files on a device, rendering any files and the systems that rely on them unusable.
Last Chance for 2025 GoWest Committee & Advisory Group Nominations: Answer the Call to the Shape the Future of the Credit Union Movement
Nominations for the 2025 GoWest Committee and Advisory Groups are open through Friday, Oct. 25. Engagement by credit union leaders is critical to the success of the movement.
MAXX 2024 Mainstage: Together, We Can Summit Life’s Highest Peaks
The theme for MAXX’s day one mainstage was “Together We Can Summit Life’s Highest Peaks.”
MAXX 2024 Mainstage: Rudy Soto Encourages CUs to Partner with USDA to Serve Rural Communities
Rudy Soto remains passionate about meeting the needs of rural communities and says credit unions should leverage the USDA for partnership potential.
First Tech Credit Union Becomes “Game Changing” Partner of Portland WNBA & Portland Thorns
RAJ Sports announced on Oct. 10 First Tech Federal Credit Union as the inaugural partner and Official Credit Union of […]
Shape the Future of the Credit Union Movement : It’s Time for 2025 GoWest Committee & Advisory Group Nominations
Nominations are open for 2025 GoWest committee, advisory group, and working group nominations.
Wildfire Season Is Here: GoWest Foundation Disaster Relief Fund Can Help In Times of Crisis
The GoWest Foundation Disaster Relief Fund was created to provide support for credit unions, employees, and volunteers impacted by natural disasters across Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming.
Local GWLN Sister Societies Foster Personal and Professional Development
The Global Women’s Leadership Network (GWLN) was established in 2009 by the World Council of Credit Unions with a mission to narrow inequality gaps for women, grow the pipeline of leaders, and engage with colleagues to address issues that are locally, nationally, and globally impacting women.
Celebrating 36 Years of Dedication: Employee Retires, New Chapter Begins
After an incredible journey spanning over 44 years in the credit union movement, Sue Greenshields, Chief Operations Officer of NW Priority Credit Union bids farewell as she embarks on a well-deserved retirement.
Announcing the 2023 MAXX YP Leads Cohort
Nineteen passionate credit union Young Professionals have been named 2023 YP Leads, earning their ticket to MAXX 2023 this fall. They will benefit from a yearlong mentorship program.
Vantage West Promotes Keysha Webb to SVP Strategy and Market Development
Previously, Webb was a financial auditor for a publicly traded healthcare company and a local CPA firm specializing in governmental and nonprofits.
