Board of Directors
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Jay Curtis, First Credit Union President & CEO
For Jay Curtis, President and CEO of First Credit Union and GoWest’s Board Chair, the Credit Union Movement is more than a career — it’s a calling rooted in stewardship, service, and a deep respect for the cooperative difference.
Who Will Be Honored in 2026? GoWest Awards Nominations Due May 22
At the 2026 GoWest Awards and Gala, held on Oct. 9 during MAXX 2026 in Denver, we’ll honor nine outstanding winners.
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Dan Thurman, Frontier Credit Union CEO
What began 24 years ago as a role as a loan officer quickly became a lifelong commitment to a movement Dan Thurman now champions as CEO of Frontier Credit Union.
Connect. Learn. Lead. GoWest’s Signature Events Are Calling
From boardrooms to breakout sessions, GoWest’s signature events bring credit union leaders together to learn, connect, and move the movement forward.
Nominations Now Open: 2026 GoWest Board of Directors
The GoWest Board of Directors is comprised of at-large Directors elected from Regular Member credit unions. Nominations are being accepted now through March 27, 2026
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Don Clark, Sound Credit Union President & CEO
Don Clark’s leadership journey reflects both deep institutional knowledge and enduring commitment to the credit union mission.
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Stephanie Propps, Blue Federal Credit Union President & CEO
Over her 26-year career at Blue Federal Credit Union, including 21 years as President and CEO, Stephanie Propps has helped shape not only her own organization, but the broader credit union movement.
Credit Union West Welcomes Sonya Watkins to Board of Directors
Credit Union West, which serves nearly 95,000 members in Arizona, has appointed Sonya Watkins, Director of Recruiting Services at Humanidei, to its Board of Directors as an Associate Board Member.
From Board Resilience to Regulatory Readiness: VisionBoard’s Spring Lineup
This spring, VisionBoard is delivering that value in two key ways: an upcoming free, virtual governance-focused webinar on Feb. 25 and the must-attend VisionBoard conference, April 9-11.
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Matt Stephenson, Rogue Credit Union President & CEO
For more than two decades, Matt Stephenson has been a steady and influential voice in the Credit Union Movement — one grounded in service, collaboration, and an unwavering commitment to advocacy.
The Future of Credit Union Board Governance: A Conversation with Mike Williams
In a recent conversation with Mike Williams, President and CEO of Colorado Credit Union, we explored how he has built engaged, forward-thinking boards and why strong governance remains a top priority for today’s credit union leaders.
VisionBoard 2026: Where Board Leadership Meets Strategic Impact
VisionBoard Powered by GoWest is the new, premier national event designed specifically for forward-thinking credit union boards and their executive partners.
A Legacy of Advocacy: TruWest Credit Union Board Marks 32 Years of 100% PAC Participation
Thirty-two consecutive years of 100% Board participation is not accidental — it is the result of intentional leadership, shared values, and a deep understanding that advocacy is not optional, but essential to protecting the credit union mission.
Building Boards That Move Credit Unions Forward: A Conversation with Dan Stanton, Trona Valley FCU’s Board Chair
In recent conversations with Dan Stanton, Trona Valley Federal Credit Union Board Chairman, we explored how he has cultivated engaged, forward-thinking boards and what lessons he’s learned along the way.
Tools to Prepare Boards for the Future of Credit Union Leadership
Resources designed to equip members of boards of directors with what they need to serve effectively and stay ahead of emerging expectations.