Origence 30 Year Anniversary

Origence Celebrates 30th Anniversary with Fundraiser Supporting Children’s Miracle Network

Origence’s “30 Years of Impact” fundraiser will match donations made under the campaign at Lending Tech Live ‘24.

MAXX 2024 Chaunte Lowe

Get Pumped for MAXX Keynote Speaker: 4-Time Olympian Chaunte Lowe

Get ready for compelling and thought-provoking MAXX 2024 Main Stage speakers, including four-time Olympian, three-time world championship medalist, and 12-time U.S. national champion, Chaunte Lowe!

Maxx 2023 Auction Paddles Up

Russle Up a Cowboy Hat for This Year’s CU4Kids Diamond RoundUp

On October 15, we’re busting out our rhinestone-studded cowboy hats for the most anticipated event this side of the Rockies – the CU4Kids Diamond Roundup Benefit Auction at MAXX 2024!

Dolphin Debit Access

ATM Crime and Best Practices for Prevention

Skimming, vandalism, and physical attacks on ATMs, armored car and cash-in-transit (CIT) personnel, ATM technicians, and other ATM crimes are all on the rise throughout the U.S.

Spokane Chapter Second Harvest event

Volunteerism Meets Advocacy at Spokane Chapter Event

The Spokane Chapter of Credit Unions hosted “Service & Advocacy Night,” an innovative event that blended advocacy, collaboration, and giving back to the community.

Frontier Credit Union

Frontier Credit Union Makes an Impact on Idaho Small Businesses

Frontier Credit Union began a lending program specifically for start-up businesses after seeing that the economic challenges from the pandemic were still weighing heavily on their local small business community. Since then, with the help of a grant from the GoWest Foundation, Frontier has helped 12 local start-ups with their quest for funding.  

Kendra Galloway Climb Credit Union

GoWest Solutions Announces Executives@Skamania Scholarship Winner Kendra Galloway

GoWest Solutions is pleased to announce the scholarship winner to the 2024 Executives@Skamania: Kendra Galloway, VP, Process & Partner Innovation, Climb Credit Union.

Colorado YCUP Loveland

Colorado YCUP Supports Food Banks During Annual Giveback Day

The Colorado Young Credit Union Professionals (CYCUP) spearheaded a regional food drive on May 15, making a significant impact across the state.

MAXX Award Nominations

Time Is Almost Up! Submit Your Nominations for the 2024 GoWest Awards by Friday!

Now is the time to nominate a credit union or credit union professional for one of the GoWest Awards categories so they can hear their name called at the MAXX 2024 Awards Dinner and Gala in October! Submit your nominations by May 31.

CU Pride

Celebrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with CU Pride

As an industry that prides itself on having a philosophy of People Helping People, it is no surprise that the Credit Union Movement has its own organization dedicated to promoting the visibility and voice of LGBTQ+ individuals within its ranks – CU Pride.  

Unitus Promotions

Unitus Community Credit Union Announces Organizational Changes and Promotions

In April 2024, Unitus Community Credit Union promoted three leaders to vice president roles within the organization and elevated one to an assistant vice president position. These promotions are part of the credit union’s ongoing efforts to ensure its structure positions it for future growth and expansion.

GoWest Announces 2024-2025 Board of Directors

GoWest Association has completed its 2024 election cycle, and a slate of candidates was elected to the Board by acclamation for three-year terms beginning September 2024.

Skamania Lodge

Don’t Hesitate! Register for Executives@Skamania Today

Join credit union executives from across the region at GoWest’s Executives@Skamania for two days of learning, networking, and fun!

Learn How the GoWest Foundation Can Support Your Credit Union Housing Initiatives

GoWest Foundation is hosting a virtual session on June 13 from 1-2:30 p.m. PT / 2-3:30 p.m. MT to discuss solutions to workforce housing initiatives.

Vericast

How Financial Institutions Can Craft Compelling Content on Social Media

Social media reigns supreme these days, which means financial institutions have with a unique opportunity to engage with their audience where they spend most of their time – online. However, many institutions are daunted by the task of creating meaningful content that not only resonates with their audience but also complies with regulatory standards.

Small Business Resiliency Loan Program

GoWest Announces Credit Union Partners for Exciting, New Small Business Resiliency Loan Program

In a collaborative effort between the GoWest Foundation, 13 credit unions, and 30 nonprofits, the SBRL program officially launched, kicking off a first-of-its-kind partnership to support small businesses in Washington.

Envisant

The Impact of Rising Debit Card Fraud and How to Defend Against It

Taking a closer look at the trending tactics for collecting card information and using it for fraud attacks can help credit unions take more effective, proactive steps to guard against it.

GoWest Award Nominations

It’s Time to Submit Your Nominations for the 2024 GoWest Awards!

The deadline to submit your nominations for the 2024 GoWest Awards is fast approaching, and we want to hear from you! Submit your nominations by May 31.

Credit Union Advocate Spotlight: Rafael Saucedo and the NLCUP

Rafael Saucedo has spent his career advancing the Credit Union Movement and fully-activating his positions to give back and support diversity, equity, and inclusion in the region and the credit union industry.

Neda Milani Advanced Leadership Scholarship Winner

GoWest Solutions Announces Advanced Leadership Program Scholarship Winner Neda Milani

GoWest Solutions announces the scholarship winner to the 2024 Advanced Leadership Program: Neda Milani, Lending/Collections Manager, Credit Union of the Rockies.

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Five Steps Credit Unions Can Take to Find the Right Fintechs Today

Fintechs have disrupted the status quo by offering streamlined digital solutions that challenge traditional banking models, empowering individuals and businesses with greater control over their finances and democratizing access to financial services.