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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.
How Many Members Can You Afford to Lose?
As new financial technologies emerge and go mainstream, higher consumer expectations will emerge as well. I often think back to the rise of online banking. At one point, that was a nice-to-have convenience. Now, it’s widely considered a non-negotiable service. So, what technology of today is a nice-to-have now, yet likely a must-have later?
Get Ready for MAXX Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Journalist John Harwood
The GoWest team hasn’t missed a beat when it comes to MAXX 2024 Main Stage speakers! On Tuesday, Oct. 15, award-winning journalist John Harwood will grace the stage with a compelling keynote address.
#ILoveMyCreditUnion Day Is July 26 – Get Ready for the Worldwide CU Social Media Takeover
#ILoveMyCreditUnion Day on Friday, July 26 is the day to bring the Credit Union Movement together to inspire authentic and high energy conversations about why we love our credit unions. Use the hashtag #ILoveMyCreditUnion across social media platforms to share why you love your credit union.
Credit Union Fraud Symposium – Free Virtual Event in August
League InfoSight, in collaboration with its League/Association Partners, is excited to announce a two-day virtual Fraud Symposium on Aug. 14-15 to provide member credit unions with valuable insight on fraud trends that touch every aspect of your operations.
How Fintech Collaboration Can Be a Strategy for Success
One third of credit unions see fintech firms as their primary market competitor. Indeed, the innovative, digital nature of fintechs has helped them keep pace with changing consumer demands and provide convenient financial services people want.
Northwest Plus Credit Union Donates $10,000 for Emergency Student Housing
Washington-based Northwest Plus Credit Union recently donated $10,000 to the Everett Community College Foundation for emergency housing for students.
Celebrating GoWest’s Two-Year Anniversary + MAXX Giveaway!
It’s been two years since credit unions and leaders from six states joined forces to become the GoWest Credit Union Association. Enter to win a registration to MAXX 2024!
Don’t Miss GoWest’s HR Update Seminar
On Aug. 1, GoWest’s HR Update Seminar will offer current and evergreen, relevant, and useful information to our members regarding Human Resources and People Management. This is a not-to-be-missed virtual event for those in credit union human resources.
OneAZ Awards $30,000 to Young & Empowered Women
OneAZ Credit Union and the OneAZ Community Foundation awarded a $30,000 Legacy Grant in June to Young & Empowered Women, a trailblazing organization dedicated to inspiring and uplifting female leaders in Arizona.
Numerica wins “Champion of Diversity” Award
Numerica Credit Union, headquartered in Washington’s Spokane Valley, was named the 2024 Champion of Diversity on June 26 at the Tri-Cities Diversity Summit.
Local GWLN Sister Societies Foster Personal and Professional Development
The Global Women’s Leadership Network (GWLN) was established in 2009 by the World Council of Credit Unions with a mission to narrow inequality gaps for women, grow the pipeline of leaders, and engage with colleagues to address issues that are locally, nationally, and globally impacting women.
Automotive Lenders Are Overlooking the Value of Alternative Data and Instant Decisioning
Open Lending Corporation, an industry trailblazer in automotive lending enablement and risk analytics solutions for financial institutions, released on May 23 its second annual Lending Enablement Benchmark Report.
Workforce Housing Info Session Offers Valuable Insights
GoWest Foundation hosted a Workforce Housing Information Session to highlight foundation grants and current credit union collaborations focused on meeting housing needs in communities across the region.
Numerica Charitable Fund Grants $372,000 to Nonprofits
With grants for 21 regional nonprofits, Numerica Credit Union, which serves members in Washington and North Idaho, distributed more than $372,000 through the 2024 Numerica Charitable Fund.
Don’t Miss Executives@Skamania August 6-8 in the Beautiful Columbia River Gorge
GoWest’s Executives@Skamania is less than two months away, and there is still time to register for this premier retreat that brings together CEOs and their executive teams to engage in powerful conversations on what it takes to succeed in today’s world.
How Agile Is Your Credit Union’s Compensation Strategy?
The legacy organizations that are thriving in the Experience Age are those that have mastered strategic pivots. From reengineering conventional products to reconfiguring entire business models, the changes these winners are making are all in the name of relevancy with stakeholders.
Credit Union West Donates More Than $9,000 to Soldier’s Best Friend
Employees at Glendale, Ariz.-based Credit Union West partnered with the CU West CARES Charitable Foundation to donate $9,489.04 to Soldier’s Best Friend, an Arizona-based nonprofit organization dedicated to pairing and training service dogs with eligible veterans at no cost to the veteran.
YP Summit Delivers on High Energy Learning & Fun
A group of 56 young credit union professionals from GoWest’s six-state region gathered in Boise, Idaho, on June 5 and 6, to connect, network, and elevate their skills and knowledge at GoWest’s annual YP Summit, the signature YP event that fosters personal and professional growth within the Credit Union Movement.
Connecting with GoWest – What You Need, When You Need It
GoWest offers a wide array of information channels and resources for members. Here is where you can find the information you need from GoWest.
SELCO Community Credit Union Awards $200,000 Grant for Development of Affordable Homes
SquareOne Villages recently received a $200,000 grant from Springfield, Ore.-based SELCO Community Credit Union to aid in building the nonprofit’s Rosa Village Co-op affordable housing project.