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Join Us For a CDFI Roundtable on Feb. 24 – Register Today!
GoWest’s first CDFI Roundtable of 2025 will be held Monday, Feb. 24. This is an opportunity to connect with professionals from other CDFIs within the GoWest region.
Gen Z and Millennial Preferences and Behaviors Drive Popularity of Payments
Velera’s 2024 Eye on Payments study gauges the current state of payment preferences for 1,850 credit union members and other financial institution customers. Results of this year’s study found that most consumers now favor credit cards over debit as their preferred payment method.
Fibre Federal Credit Union Raises More Than $62,000 for Doernbecher Children’s Hospital in 2024
Fibre Federal’s Doernbecher Days in 2024 yielded $25,100 in donations and 650 plush llamas were purchased and donated back to young patients.
The Data Credit Unions Need to Celebrate Their Impact
New Economic and Community Impact Reports are ready for credit union in the GoWest region to use to advocate for priority legislation in statehouses and in Washington, D.C.
Stay Compliant with Confidence: GoWest’s Essential Compliance Resources
GoWest provides valuable guidance and consultation on complex state and federal laws and regulations. GoWest’s full-time staff of compliance experts and a robust suite of online resources are available to provide timely assistance to member credit unions on any compliance-related issue.
Armed with Impact Data, Wyoming Advocates Kick off Credit Union Days at the Capitol in Cheyenne
Wyoming advocates kicked off “Advocacy Season” on Jan. 16 with the first Credit Union Day at the Capitol in the region. The 40 leaders from Wyoming’s credit unions that attended received updates from state officials and heard about new economic and impact reports just published
2025 U.S. Economic Outlook and Its Potential Impact on Credit Unions
Let’s explore the implications of inflation, interest rates, consumer behavior, and the labor market on the US economy and credit unions.
Turning Up the Volume on Credit Union Advocacy
While advocating for credit union priorities is ongoing throughout the year, at no time is it busier – and more opportune for your engagement – than when legislative bodies are in session.
Mid Oregon Credit Union Pioneers Workforce Housing Land Acquisition Fund
Mid Oregon Credit Union is stepping up to address the critical shortage of workforce housing in Bend, Ore., by working with local partners and partnering with the GoWest Foundation to create the Workforce Housing Land Acquisition Fund.
Eltropy Acquires Lexop to Modernize Loan Repayment and Collections
Eltropy, the leading AI-powered unified conversations platform for community financial institutions (CFIs) serving over 650 credit unions and community banks in North America, announced on Jan. 6 the acquisition of Lexop, a leading collections technology provider.
Join the GoWest Foundation in Helping Our Credit Union Community Impacted by the LA Fires
Credit unions and credit union associations are coming together across the nation to support those affected by the catastrophic wildfires sweeping Los Angeles County.
Connect and Engage: Gear Up for the New Year by Joining a GoWest Council
Start the year off right by joining one of GoWest’s eight specialized Councils – virtual peer groups that connect credit union professionals across the region to share insights and learn from each other on key topics impacting credit unions daily.
Plan Ahead and Save! Early Pricing for MAXX 2025 Ends Jan. 15
When MAXX 2025 comes to Portland, Ore., on Oct. 13-16, you’ll experience world-class keynote speakers, immersive breakout sessions, be a part of the exciting CU4Kids auction and GoWest Awards Gala, learn about new credit union solutions, and so much more!
CFPB Calls for Use of AI, Break With Traditional Credit Scoring Methods
As FIs, fintechs, and regulators move forward in policy discussions around standards for AI in the financial services industry, we will continue to advocate for transparency and the ability to create a level playing field for lenders and the communities they serve.
CU4Kids Appoints Rivermark Community Credit Union’s CIO Seth Schaefer to National Credit Union Advisory Board
Credit Unions for Kids recently announced the appointment of Seth Schaefer, EVP and Chief Impact Officer at Rivermark Community Credit Union, to its national Advisory Board.
Credit Union Chapters Inspire, Empower, and Have Fun in 2024
In 2024, Credit Union Chapters played a pivotal role in fostering collaboration, leadership, and innovation within the six-state GoWest region.
GoWest Foundation Creates Meaningful Opportunities Throughout the Region in 2024
The GoWest Foundation is dedicated to empowering and supporting credit unions and communities across GoWest’s six-state region to ensure communities […]
Elevating Member Digital Experience with Automated Loan Processing and Decisioning
Changing member expectations call for new conveniences and new technological solutions will help credit unions further their future success.
“Ent-erceptions” Add Up: Ent Credit Union and Denver Broncos Team Up to Raise $35,000 for Children’s Hospital Colorado
Through its generous “Ent-erception” program, Ent donates $1,000 for every interception and $6,000 for every interception resulting in a touchdown by the Broncos’ defense during the 2024 NFL season.
MAXX 2025 Registration Is Open! Early Pricing Through Jan. 15
MAXX is coming to Portland, Ore., on Oct. 13-16, 2025, and now is the best time to register and save on full badge pricing!
$1.87 Billion Green Lending Grant Program Open for Credit Unions: Deadline Dec. 18
Credit unions are invited to submit a pre-qualification form for the Inclusiv Center for Resiliency and Clean Energy’s new Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) Clean Communities Investment Accelerator (CCIA) green lending grant program by Dec. 18.