Colorado
Elevations wins 2024 Mortgage Bankers Association DE&I award
The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) recently announced Colo.-based Elevations Credit Union as one of six winners of the 2024 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Residential Leadership award.
Elevations Credit Union Appoints Ann Schmiesing to Board of Directors
Elevations Credit Union announces the appointment of Ann Schmiesing, PhD, to the Elevations Credit Union Board of Directors.
Minnequa Works Credit Union Supports the Fight Against Breast Cancer
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Colo.-based Minnequa Works Credit Union launched a special community initiative to support local breast cancer patients and their families.
Premier Members Credit Union Opens New Branch in Longmont with Technology Upgrades
The 1,669-square-foot redesigned space in Longmont is the second within PMCU’s network to feature fully electronic kiosks.
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 […]
Ent Credit Union Recruits Bo Nix and Dave Logan to Elevate Broncos Partnership
Ent Credit Union announced on Oct. 10 new brand partnerships with Bo Nix, the starting quarterback for the Denver Broncos, and Dave Logan, the iconic Voice of the Broncos.
Premier Members Credit Union and Meritrust Credit Union Announce Intent to Merge
The Board of Directors and leadership teams of Colo.-based Premier Members Credit Union and Kan.-based Meritrust Credit Union announced on Oct. 10 their agreement to merge and unite two healthy credit unions for the benefit of their members and employees.
GoWest Congratulations the 2024 Advanced Leadship Program Graduates
GoWest proudly announces the 2024 graduates of the Advanced Leadership Program. This year’s class of 21 credit union professionals graduated with sustainable leadership practices, new thinking, and a clear understanding of their unique development path moving forward, as well as a network of industry peers.
First Tech Federal Credit Union and Digital Federal Credit Union Announce Intent to Merge
Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU) and First Tech Federal Credit Union (First Tech) announced on Sept. 30 their intent to combine through a merger of equals for the benefit of members, employees, and communities.
Congratulations to the 2024 Graduates of GoWest’s Leadership Institute
GoWest Credit Union Association is proud to announce the graduates of the 2024 Leadership Institute. The 37 graduates, who represent 27 credit unions from across the GoWest six-state region, have demonstrated their commitment to building the talent pipeline and advancing the priorities of credit unions.
Ent Credit Union Announces Amy Nigrelli as New Chief Marketing Officer and Chris Chippindale’s Promotion to Chief Experience Officer
Ent Credit Union announced on Sept. 9 the appointment of Amy Nigrelli as its new Chief Marketing Officer and Chris Chippindale as Chief Experience Officer.
Colorado Girl Scouts Gain Financial and Leadership Skills With New Junior Financial Counselor Patch
Colorado Credit Union and Girl Scouts of Colorado recently introduced an exciting new patch program – the Junior Financial Counselor patch. This innovative patch program is designed to equip girls with essential financial management skills to become leaders in their community.
Pints With Purpose – Join In the Fun at a Special CU4Kids Fundraiser at MAXX!
Credit union chapter leaders from across Colorado are coming together to raise money for Credit Unions for Kids and Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals by hosting Pints with Purpose, an event designed to kick off the GoWest MAXX Conference on Sunday, Oct. 13.
NCUA Awards Over $3.5 Million in Community Development Revolving Loan Fund Grants
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) announced awards of more than $3.5 million in Community Development Revolving Loan Fund grants to 135 low-income-designated credit unions, including six in the GoWest region.
Elevations Credit Union Teams Up With Coach Deion “Prime” Sanders to Support Financial Wellness for Student-Athletes’ Families
Elevations Credit Union, in collaboration with Coach Deion “Prime” Sanders and the 5430 Alliance, is proud to announce a special initiative to establish accounts to create a financial foundation for the young families of seven student-athletes.
Elevations Credit Union CFS* wealth management program awarded Gold Pacesetter
The CUSO Financial Services, LP team at Colo.-based Elevations Credit Union was awarded the Gold Pacesetter award, as they ranked within the top 15 of all programs across the company.
Canvas Credit Union CFO and Interim CEO Colleen Knoll Named Outstanding Woman in Business
Canvas Credit Union’s CFO and Interim CEO Colleen Knoll was named a 2024 Outstanding Woman in Business by the Denver Business Journal.
Elevations’ Certified Financial Counselors Enrich Members’ Lives
Fifteen Elevations Credit Union employees recently became Certified Credit Union Financial Counselors (CCUFCs), bringing the credit union’s total to 24. These employees, who offer members free advice about their personal financial decisions.
Elevations Foundation’s New Name Reflects Mission to Create Local Change
Colorado-based Elevations Foundation has rebranded as the Local Change Foundation. The new name and accompanying branding showcase the foundation’s commitment to affecting change in communities across Colorado’s Front Range.
Fitzsimons Credit Union Awards $5,000 in Scholarships to Denver-Area Students
Fitzsimons Credit Union, which serves the Colorado communities of the Denver metro area, believes that education has the power to transform communities and is pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of the Sandra B. Neves Scholarship.
Meet the Newest Graduates of Western CUNA Management School
On July 25, the newest graduates of the Western CUNA Management School (WCMS) were honored at the 62nd graduation ceremony held in Bridges Hall of Music at Pomona College in Claremont, Calif. The “Phi” class of 2024 had 108 graduates, including 45 from the GoWest region.