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BSA Officer Training: A Not-to-Be Missed In-Person OR Virtual Event
GoWest’s Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering Rules Update, on Sept. 12 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. MT (8 a.m.-3 p.m. PT), is designed to provide BSA officers, credit union compliance officers, and CEOs/managers with important information, updates, and best practices related to the Bank Secrecy Act and other anti-money laundering rules and regulations.
Dive Deep in the Desert at the 2025 CEO Co-Lab
GoWest’s CEO Co-Lab has quickly become a “can’t miss” event among the region’s most forward-thinking and innovative CEOs. GoWest’s inaugural CEO-exclusive gathering in 2024 featured industry leaders, deep-dive collaboration roundtables, and plenty of networking – and the 2025 event promises to be even better!
GoWest 2024 Awards: Employee Experience Finalists Find Meaningful Ways to Foster Engagement
With a record number of nominations submitted for the eight award categories for the GoWest Awards at MAXX 2024, the Recognition Advisory Group had their work cut out for them as they evaluated the many outstanding submissions received. Learn about the finalists in the Employee Experience category.
Industrial Credit Union Branch Receives an Artistic Upgrade
DRIFT Mural Co. of Ottawa, recently completed a colorful update to Industrial Credit Union’s State Street branch in Bellingham, Wash. […]
Drumroll, please… Announcing the 2024 GoWest Award Finalists!
This October, GoWest will bring hundreds of credit union professionals together at the second annual GoWest Awards Dinner and Gala […]
Celebrating Chris Loseth’s 35-Year Tenure as P1FCU’s President and CEO
Lewiston, Idaho-based P1FCU is honored to celebrate Chris Loseth’s 35th anniversary as President and CEO. Since joining P1FCU on July 31, 1989, Loseth has been a driving force behind the credit union’s growth, community engagement, and member-focused initiatives.
People Helping People Goes Next Level in Wyoming: Atlantic City Federal Credit Union Leader Donates Kidney
Khrystyn Lutz, Chief Risk Officer at Atlantic City Federal Credit Union in Lander, Wyo., donated a kidney to a recipient she didn’t know in order to help her good friend.
Origence Announces New Associate Board Members
Origence, the leading lending technology solutions provider for credit unions, announced the appointment of three new associate Board of Directors […]
Credit Unions Raise Over $1.5 Million To Help Move Kids Out of Hospitals and Onto Playgrounds
First Tech Federal Credit Union led the annual Northwest Classic Credit Unions for Kids fundraising campaign, uniting First Tech employees and members, business leaders, and 26 credit unions across the nation to raise more than $1.5 million in support of children and families at Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
Get Ahead with MAXX Keynote Speaker: AI Champion Zack Kass
The GoWest team is harnessing the future with MAXX 2024 Main Stage speakers! On Tuesday, Oct. 15, AI optimist Zack Kass will take the stage to discuss the power of AI for innovation and impact.
Join Special Guest Brian Knight for a DEI Discussion at the CDFI Roundtable on Aug. 26
GoWest’s next CDFI Roundtable is Aug. 26 at 2 p.m. PT (1 p.m. MT). This quarter’s special guest is Brian Knight, President and CEO of The National Association of State Credit Union Supervisors (NASCUS). He will share thoughts on the DEI landscape and what DEI means for a CDFI.
Credit Union Data Drives Advocacy Across the Finish Line – Every Time
Next month, we will again ask credit unions to share their economic and community impact data. The more credit unions that participate, the more robust our data will be. It will demonstrate beyond a doubt that credit unions are essential to the economy.
TruStage Releases Credit Union Trends Report
TruStage recently released its June Credit Union Trends Report which shares trends of lending volume and credit quality. Check out highlights of this month’s report.
Jim Morrell Appointed to World Council of Credit Unions Board of Directors
President and CEO Jim Morrell of Washington-based Peninsula Credit Union has been appointed to the Word Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) board of directors. WOCCU is a global trade association and development agency for non-profit financial institutions.
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.
National Credit Union Foundation Is Accepting Applications for Foster Youth Education Grants Through August 20
The National Credit Union Foundation is now accepting applications from credit unions for the Foster Youth Education grants, a program that supports credit unions in fostering financial security and independence for children in foster care.
2024 U.S. Economic Outlook and Its Impact on Credit Unions
Recent economic and market data tells us 2024 will bring slow but steady economic growth and possible interest rate reductions. The Fed will continue to battle inflation with a balanced approach to interest rates in hopes of staving off a recession and bringing inflation rates to an acceptable standard.
Premier Members Credit Union Launches Partnership with Wompost to Expand Compost Access for Colorado Front Range
Premier Members Credit Union (PMCU) has become the first credit union in Colorado to join regional business Wompost’s Community Compost Drop-Off Program, expanding compost access in many cities of the Front Range Metro.
Begin Your Advocacy Journey – Advocacy 101 Training Begins in August
Join GoWest Credit Union Association on Aug. 13-14 for a complimentary, two-part virtual Advocacy Training workshop, where participants will learn how the impact stories created at your credit union and Advocacy go hand in hand. This program will help credit union professionals at all levels hone their advocacy skills and deepen their understanding of the Credit Union Movement.
Minnequa Works Credit Union Is Fueling Future Business
Fuel Kitchens and Minnequa Works Credit Union (MWCU) are thrilled to announce a grant program for up-and-coming food businesses in Southeastern Colorado. This grant, funded by MWCU, is designed to support individuals looking to offset the costs of entrepreneurship with Fuel Kitchens in Pueblo, Colo.
Credit Union West Named a “Top Company to Work for in Arizona” for 12 Years in a Row
Credit Union West has been recognized as a “Top Company to Work for in Arizona” by Arizona Capitol Times and BestCompaniesAZ. This marks the 12th straight year the credit union has received the prestigious award based on employee survey results.