Idaho
GoWest Congratulations the 2024 Advanced Leadship Program Graduates
GoWest proudly announces the 2024 graduates of the Advanced Leadership Program. This year’s class of 21 credit union professionals graduated with sustainable leadership practices, new thinking, and a clear understanding of their unique development path moving forward, as well as a network of industry peers.
First Tech Federal Credit Union and Digital Federal Credit Union Announce Intent to Merge
Digital Federal Credit Union (DCU) and First Tech Federal Credit Union (First Tech) announced on Sept. 30 their intent to combine through a merger of equals for the benefit of members, employees, and communities.
GoWest CDFI Credit Unions Awarded $9.775 Million in U.S. Treasury Financial Assistance Awards
On Sept. 26, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Community Development Financial Institutions Fund (CDFI Fund) awarded 357 Community Development […]
Congratulations to the 2024 Graduates of GoWest’s Leadership Institute
GoWest Credit Union Association is proud to announce the graduates of the 2024 Leadership Institute. The 37 graduates, who represent 27 credit unions from across the GoWest six-state region, have demonstrated their commitment to building the talent pipeline and advancing the priorities of credit unions.
Clarity Credit Union Wins Finopotamus Tekki Award for Medical Payment Loan Program
Clarity Credit Union won the Tekkie Award from Finopotamus in the category of Revenue Growth. Finopotamus provides “fintech news for […]
Numerica Hires Sam Bishop as Private Banking Relationship Officer
Numerica Credit Union recently announced that Sam Bishop has been hired as a Private Banking Relationship Officer.
Horizon Credit Union Gives 1,400 Hours of Community Service in Just One Afternoon
On Sept. 17, Horizon Credit Union Go-Givers ditched the office to finish the workday volunteering in their local communities during their seventh annual Go.Give.Grow. event.
Numerica Awards $20,000 in Scholarships Students
In June, $20,000 in scholarships were distributed to 16 students through Numerica Credit Union’s $tarting Off Right Scholarship. The annual scholarship program assists graduating high school seniors pursuing higher education in a trade, vocational, certificate, associate, or bachelor’s degree program.
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.
Meet the Newest Graduates of Western CUNA Management School
On July 25, the newest graduates of the Western CUNA Management School (WCMS) were honored at the 62nd graduation ceremony held in Bridges Hall of Music at Pomona College in Claremont, Calif. The “Phi” class of 2024 had 108 graduates, including 45 from the GoWest region.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Appoints Evelyn Prime-MacAdam to SVP, Digital Products
First Tech Federal Credit Union announced on July 9 the appointment of Evelyn Prime-MacAdam to the SVP of Digital Products, where she will drive digital innovation to deliver an exceptional member experience.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Names Kalyan Rajamani as Chief Technology Officer
First Tech Federal Credit Union announced in June the appointment of Kalyan Rajamani to Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Rajamani will utilize his background in building high-performing teams while designing and delivering innovative, relevant and secure technology solutions that enrich the lives of the credit union’s members.
Numerica Credit Union Readies a New Branch in Liberty Lake, Wash.
A new, full-service Numerica Credit Union branch is coming to Liberty Lake, Wash., in early fall 2024. This will be Numerica’s first branch in Liberty Lake and 15th branch in the Spokane and Coeur d’Alene region.
Gesa Credit Union Announces Addition of Two New Industry Experts to Executive Leadership Team
Gesa Credit Union recently announced the hiring of two new team members to its Executive Leadership team. Kurt Johnson and Steve Tagnolli bring several decades of experience to their new roles as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President of Home Loans, respectively.
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.
Clarity Credit Union Accepts $4 Million CDFI Deposit from Micron
On June 10, Micron Technology, Inc. announced it had made a $4 million deposit with Clarity Credit Union to boost access to capital for local Idaho communities.
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.
First Tech Federal Credit Union Promotes Holly McHugh to General Counsel
First Tech Federal Credit Union announced the promotion of Holly McHugh to General Counsel, where she will lead the credit union’s Enterprise Governance & Legal Affairs (EGLA), Vendor Management, and Compliance teams.
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.
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.
Idaho CapEd Foundation Gives More Than $44,000 in Grants to Idaho Teachers
In May, the Idaho CapEd Foundation wrapped up its grant award cycle for the 2023-2024 school year by awarding 67 grants, totaling $44,545, to Idaho educators in 35 school districts.