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A Better Way to Lead: Kim Scott Brings Radical Candor to the MAXX Mainstage
Leadership and culture expert Kim Scott is bringing Radical Candor to the MAXX 2026 mainstage this October, and with it, one of today’s most influential approaches to building stronger, more resilient teams at a time when leadership has never mattered more.
The Big Reveal: This Year’s CU4Kids Auction Theme
The MAXX CU4Kids auction theme is designed to inspire, celebrate, and shine.
Your MAXX, Your Way: Explore New Breakout Tracks for 2026
Breakout sessions at MAXX 2026 are going to the next level. This year at MAXX, sessions will be organized into audience-based tracks, giving you the opportunity to follow the topics that matter most to you and are aligned with your role.
MAXX 2026: Invest in Your Growth — Scholarships Available to Help You Get There
The GoWest Foundation is committed to ensuring that every credit union professional has access to the education, connections, and inspiration MAXX provides — regardless of budget.
GoWest Board of Directors Spotlight: Jeff Adams, President and CEO of Horizon Credit Union
After 42 years with Horizon Credit Union, Jeff Adams remains energized by the work ahead and hopes credit unions continue gaining relevance and impact in their communities.
OneAZ Shines a Light on Financial Inequality Through Documentary Film
OneAZ Credit Union is expanding its commitment to financial access and economic opportunity in a powerful new way — through storytelling.
Your Invitation to Connect: Credit Union Community Events in June Across the Region
Credit Union Communities continue to bring the spirit of collaboration to life through events across the GoWest region that connect, […]
GoWest Solutions Partners with Saris AI to Expand Back-Office Automation for Credit Unions
GoWest Solutions announces a new partnership with Saris AI, a leading provider of agentic workflow automation for financial institutions.
GoWest Completes 2026 Board Election Cycle
The GoWest Credit Union Association has concluded its 2026 Board election cycle, reaffirming strong and steady leadership for the organization.
What’s Being Asked (and Answered) Across Credit Union Conversations
Available on the GoWest website, Credit Union Conversations are free, members-only online forums designed for credit union professionals
Catalyst Waives April Service Fees To Share 2025 Success With Members
Catalyst is waiving all recurring monthly service fees for the April 2026 billing period for its member credit unions, leagues and CUSOs, returning approximately $2.9 million in value
Four PNW Educators Have Mortgage or Rent Paid for One Year Through OnPoint’s Prize for Excellence in Education
OnPoint Community Credit Union has announced the four winners of the 2026 OnPoint Prize for Excellence in Education Educator of the Year awards, who will each have their mortgage or rent paid for a year.
Employee Giving in Action: Credit Union West Supports Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates
Credit Union West employees, in partnership with the CU West CARES Charitable Foundation, donated $9,638.04 to Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates (JAG) as part of the credit union’s EmployeesCARE Program.
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.
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.