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It Is “Credit Union Forward” at the 2025 Small Credit Union Conference
More than 100 leaders from 60 credit unions from across the country came together in Spokane, Wash., this week for the 2025 Small Credit Union Conference, co-hosted by GoWest Credit Union Association and America’s Credit Unions.

Honoring the Heart of Credit Unions: GoWest Award Nominations Are Open Now!
Nominations for GoWest’s annual awards, celebrating credit union excellence across the region, are being accepted through May 30.

GoWest’s CU4Kids Benefit Auction Declared “Event of the Year” by Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
Children’s Miracle Network hospitals bestowed “Event of the Year” honors on GoWest Credit Union Association and its member credit unions for the CU4Kids Diamond Roundup Benefit Auction.

Compliance Clarity Starts Here: Join GoWest’s 2025 Compliance Legal Update Seminar on May 6
The 2025 GoWest Compliance Legal Update Seminar is designed for credit union professionals to connect with peers, hear from legal experts on the latest industry trends and breaking updates, and gain insights into ever-changing compliance requirements.

The Regulation Pendulum Shouldn’t Deter Credit Unions from Open Banking: A Path to Gaining Share from Larger Rivals
Credit unions — regardless of their size or membership base — face no shortage of priorities demanding attention and may have distanced themselves from an open banking strategy, citing their exemption from the final rule or preferring to wait for clarity from the courts or the administration. However, allowing this regulatory pendulum to set the direction may not be in their best interest.

Momentum in the Media: Credit Union Voices Driving Change
GOWEST CREDIT UNION ASSOCIATION PRESS RELEASE
Recent media coverage highlights credit unions’ advocacy, impact, and leadership across the GoWest region.

Shining Bright: GoWest Credit Unions Earn Diamond Award Honors
A look at the 2025 Diamond Award-winning campaigns from across our six-state region.

Level Up Your Leadership with GoWest’s 2025 Young Professional Programs
Join the Movement at YP Summit and YP Leads at MAXX.

Why Treating Home Equity Loans Like Mortgages Are Holding You Back
Discover how community lenders can transform home equity lending by moving beyond traditional mortgage workflows.

Heart & Hustle: Credit Unions Step Up Big at the 2025 Phoenix Heart Walk
Credit unions show up in full force to support heart health, raising funds and awareness at one of Arizona’s largest community events.

MAXX Spring Registration Discount – April 7-11!
Register between April 7-11 for a discount on MAXX 2025 Full Badges!

Shout Out to Colorado Credit Unions Fighting the Good Fight Against Interchange Bill
Colorado credit unions deserve props for responding urgently when the Call to Action went out about HB 1282; they quickly engaged a deeper team beyond their executive leadership.

Shape Your Future! Apply Now for YP Leads at MAXX 2025
If you are ready to elevate your skills, engage with industry leaders, and shape your future, the YP Leads program […]

Compliance Just Got Easier – InfoSight360 Is Live!
InfoSight360 is now live and available for all GoWest member credit unions. This FREE resource provides access to 14 major compliance areas containing […]

America’s Credit Unions and TruStage Reinforce 90-Year Commitment to Advancing Credit Unions
America’s Credit Unions and TruStage have officially reinforced their storied 90+ years of commitment to advancing the well-being of credit unions and their members, recommitting to their mutual cooperation agreement.

GoWest Solutions Announces the Advanced Leadership Program Scholarship Winner Katie Beaver
GoWest Solutions is proud to announce that Katie Beaver, Director of Marketing at MountainCrest Credit Union, has been awarded the scholarship for the 2025 Advanced Leadership Program.

Securing Credit Unions: Beyond Compliance, Keeping Members’ Trust
Like any financial institution, credit unions handle a wealth of sensitive data, making them attractive targets for hackers. However, as […]

Vantage West Credit Union Celebrates 70 Years with Open House and Davis-Monthan Air Show Sponsorship
Vantage West Credit Union celebrated 70 years of financial service, community impact, and member dedication with open house events at […]

Colorado Credit Union Partners with Littleton VITA to Provide Free Tax Education and Preparation to Non-Profit Program Participants
This tax season, Colorado Credit Union collaborated with Littleton VITA to provide free tax education and preparation to several of their nonprofit partners.

GoWest Foundation Grants Help With Innovative Solutions for Workforce Housing Challenges – Apply Today!
Through its Workforce Housing Grants, the GoWest Foundation provides credit unions with opportunities to launch initiatives that meet the unique needs within local communities.

Catalyst Partners with Neural Payments to Enhance Peer-to-Peer and Digital Payment Capabilities
Catalyst, a leading provider of payment solutions for credit unions, is dramatically improving the digital payment experience for credit unions and their members through a partnership with Neural Payments, a financial technology solutions provider dedicated to easing the way consumers make payments and move money.